Is there really a difference between lobbying and taking bribes? (legal, politicians)

[Marleinie]

Whether it is through lobbying or bribery is there really much of a difference when politicians decisions are based off of either?

[ottomobeale]

The receiver of lobbying has declared their bribes are legal.

[CrowGirl]

I believe that lobbying when done correctly does not involve the exchange of money. It involves educating and influencing without paying. Bribery involves payment of some sort (cash or kind).

[AlongTheI-5]

One is legal and the other isn't. That's it.