2. What might make a person’s story more reliable?

(if it were told for like an interview)

Well detail would be a big part of being reliable. You also need to show them not tell them. Use a active voice. Use personal stories and a solid writing structure.

he believed that congress would be better not dealing with "lobbyists", or people who seek to influence (a politician or public official) on an issue, since historically, they had problems with these kinds of people. he thought lobbying produces benefits, but should be carefully monitored.