Black type is taken from an actual lobbyist position paper used by a participant in the Montana Youth Legislature. Comments in (parentheses and Red type) explain what each section of the paper is all about. These words in red are NOT generally included in an actual paper.
(Name and Delegation of
Lobbyist):
Jane Doe
Two Dot High School
(Introduction of organization and position
of lobbyist):
I represent concerned citizens who
oppose government waste of tax dollars. We support efficient use of
tax money to help the majority of the American people and will speak
out against mismanagement and fraud.
(Facts, opinions, statistics and
arguments):
In the US economic system, private
businesses are required to balance their budgets, file accurate
reports, pay taxes to the government, minimize debt and make up for
losses as soon as possible, or they cannot compete in the economic
system. They go out of business.
On the other hand, the federal government is hypocritical, hiding excessive expenses, mismanaging cash and paying too much money for goods and services. Federal procurement offices have been known to spend $91 each for 3 cent wood screws, easily found at a local hardware store. Saving budget dollars is not considered, and losses are just added to the National Debt. Where is the accountability?
Because politicians and bureaucrats are not spending their own personal funds, they are unconcerned about mismanaging public tax revenue. American workers labor from January 1st through May 5th just to pay their taxes! Some of these funds are used to support programs that do not benefit the American Public. Some examples are:
(Summary of arguments and call to
action):
As shown by the entries on the above
list, the government seems to feel that they may use American tax
dollars any way they wish. As the American public, we should protect
ourselves against this corruption. We must start with our state and
local government. By keeping an eye on our elected officials, we will
let them know that we do not appreciate mismanagement of our hard
earned money.
(Statement of Lobbyist's position on the
issues):
I will support legislation that makes
wise use of taxpayer dollars, and oppose bills which are
wasteful.
(Disclosure statement):
This document is in compliance with the
Montana YMCA Youth Legislature Lobbyist Disclosure Policy.
(original paper written by Carrie Jo Peterson, content revised and edited for use on this web page)
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