They take them to these events to influence them to make a decision that is favorable to a selfish interest.

FORBES: A Lobbyist's Appeal For Common Sense - The Case of Kevin Ring

We must help them achieve that goal, not out of any selfish political interest but in a spirit of friendship and respect for difference.

BBC: Unique chance for peace says Ahern

Mr Cameron overturned past Conservative rhetoric to insist he had a selfish and strategic interest in Northern Ireland.

BBC: Pact will 'empower NI electorate'

Elected governments bow to the demands of selfish factions and interest groups.

ECONOMIST: India's economy

My interest in seeing a good, tough, knowledgeable Commission mouthpiece in London is entirely selfish.

ECONOMIST: European politics