Who are the “idols of our hearts” that twain refers to in the prayer?

The enemy's leaders.

Explanation:

" O Lord our Father, our young patriots, idols of our hearts, go forth to battle-- be Thou near them! With them -- in spirit -- we also go forth from the sweet peace of our beloved firesides to smite the foe (...)"

interest groups send representatives to state capitals and to washington, d.c. to put pressure on members of congress and other policymakers. they engage in lobbying, or the organized process of influencing legislation or policy. lobbying can take many forms. interest groups can testify in congressional hearings.

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