I sadly remember the "Corrupt Bastards" club scandal.  Then there was the NCLS conference in 2015, where inordinate prices were paid for hotel rooms (up to $439 per night).  

Now we have lobbyists buying lawmakers meals?  Do they not realize this makes them look like "fat cats" that don't give a darn about those they represent.  I am genuinely surprised that lawmakers can accept ANY gift from a lobbyist (a person PAID to influence THEIR vote).

It should be common practice to avoid even the appearance of impropriety!

Come on people!  This is an easy one to fix.