A spacious area located near the entrance of hotels, theaters, or airports, designed for people to wait, relax, and engage in conversations, accessible to everyone.
A room within a legislative building where lawmakers can meet with individuals outside the assembly, serving as a space for discussion and meetings.
An open and welcoming space that combines elements of a reception area and a waiting room, facilitating social interactions and casual encounters for guests and visitors.
Activities aimed at influencing political decisions by advocating for specific interests to lawmakers, bureaucrats, or political parties, often involving efforts to shape public opinion and mobilize support outside of formal legislative sessions.
A form of advocacy that involves engaging with political figures and institutions to persuade them to adopt certain policies or decisions that benefit particular groups or causes, often seen prominently in the context of American politics.
Efforts undertaken by individuals or organizations to exert influence on governmental decision-makers and public discourse, typically focusing on achieving favorable outcomes related to specific economic, social, or political objectives.