Is There A Difference Between Being a Lobbyist Or an Advocate?

Overview
This assignment relates to lobbyists and advocates. Is there a difference between being a lobbyist and an advocate? Lobbyists provide support for policy, as do advocates, so what is the difference? Most nurses consider themselves patient advocates; however a political advocate is somewhat different. In this discussion, differentiate between a lobbyist and an advocate. Be sure to discuss a political advocate rather than a bedside advocate.

Topics to include:
•    Definition of a lobbyist.
•    Definition of an advocate.
•    Similarities and differences.
•    Why are they both important?
•    How does “The National League of Nursing” organization, lobby or advocate for health care policy??

No Exceptions:
?    Paper must have a proper introduction and conclusion
?    Every paragraph must be at least 4 sentences in length
?    All references bust be from within the past 5 years and must be journal article.

Is There A Difference Between Being a Lobbyist Or an Advocate?

Overview
This assignment relates to lobbyists and advocates. Is there a difference between being a lobbyist and an advocate? Lobbyists provide support for policy, as do advocates, so what is the difference? Most nurses consider themselves patient advocates; however a political advocate is somewhat different. In this discussion, differentiate between a lobbyist and an advocate. Be sure to discuss a political advocate rather than a bedside advocate.

Topics to include:
•    Definition of a lobbyist.
•    Definition of an advocate.
•    Similarities and differences.
•    Why are they both important?
•    How does “The National League of Nursing” organization, lobby or advocate for health care policy??

No Exceptions:
?    Paper must have a proper introduction and conclusion
?    Every paragraph must be at least 4 sentences in length
?    All references bust be from within the past 5 years and must be journal article.