The issue of taxpayer-lobbyists is problematic; if they're working for government and being paid with taxpayer dollars, how can one part of a representative government petition itself for a "redress of grievances" to another part of government?
How to Ensure That Only Citizens Vote
Only citizens should vote; documentary proof of citizenship (DPOC) and voter identification are vital to this ideal. Key points: Election law and procedures should ensure that only citizens vote. Historically, inappropriately pumping up the vote has been a path to gaining power. Due to federal law, states cannot enact a higher standard for federal elections...