The phrase that best defines the word "lobbying" is: conserving natural resources in the environment
b. voting on new laws as a senator
running for political office
d. speaking with elected officials to try to influence their decisions

Hi I think the answer to you're question is answer D.

Explanation:

lobbying, persuasion, or interest representation is the act of lawfully attempting to influence the actions, policies, or decisions of government officials.

d. it was created with the idea that it could be easily revised if it was ineffective

i don't understand.. what's the question you're asking here? ?