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Broadcast: Midday, 01/04/2007, 12:06 p.m.

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Members of Congress face many temptations, like lobbyist-funded trips to Wimbledon or Bermuda. But voters are demanding reform. American RadioWorks examines how the perks lawmakers enjoy make it tough to clean up government, and what happens when newcomers try to play the lobbying game.

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