Lobbies y grupos de poder en la literatura económica: causas, consecuencias y soluciones

Abstract

Abstract: Lobbying is an activity where interest groups and policy makers interact, playing a crucial role in the representation of various sectors of society. The links of economic powers and their influence through economic contributions in the political arena invite us to reflect on whether there is equity and transparency in the elaboration of public policies. This study has explored the current literature on lobbying, as well as analyzed and collated the findings of the main lobbying researchers. The literature explored narrates different points of view, ranging from the benefit of lobbying in inclusive representation, as well as the challenges faced by the legislative procedure due to the competition between economic groups and the dominance and impact they generate in society and its economy. Transparency and accountability are themes that are mentioned frequently and show their importance for democratic legitimacy, but also warn about the dangers of excessive regulation that could limit the effectiveness of lobbying.