Tuesday, February 5, 2013

U.S. groups flex their muscles in Brussels


U.S. groups flex their muscles in Brussels-politico: It’s accepted wisdom that Washington is broken. That’s why the hottest spot in the lobbying and advocacy world is suddenly Brussels.Yes, Brussels. While Congress struggles to pass a budget or pay its bills on time — let alone address copyright law, privacy standards or energy policy — activists, lobbyists and nongovernmental organizations have figured out they can get things done in the European Union instead.