Does the growing number of interest groups support Byrd’s conclusion?

Senator Byrd's conclusion is strongly supported by the rising number of interest groups. With more groups involved in lobbying and more money being spent to fund those efforts, Byrd's call for open, ethical practices will need to be enforced all the more.

Explanation:

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.