What happened to pushing the special interest groups out?

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On the campaign trail you heard from Obama that he was going to push lobbyist and special interest groups out of washington and our government. This was something I actually liked about Obama. But so far I am not seeing any signs of it happening. Infact he has appointed people with strong lobbyist ties to his cabinet. THen you take the fiscal responsibility summit (it surprises me lightening has not struck that building yet), invited to this event (by Obama)are a who's who list of special interest groups. 56 "community leaders and stakeholders" shows that no less than seven union chiefs, 10 organizations advancing racial and ethnic concerns, 10 progressive think tanks and advocacy groups, three universities, three health care associations and at least six interests groups for women, seniors, disabled and gay rights groups were in attendance.Six conservative think tanks and advocacy groups, two health policy organizations and four business associations along with one law firm specializing in Wall Street mergers, one retirement and financial services fund. Looks like the special interest groups get to decide what "fiscal responsibility" is instead of us the tax payers. This is exactly why we need them out of washington. They have too much influence over our countries policies and actions. Instead of being for the people and by the people we are governed for the special interest groups, by the special interest groups. What do you think of Obama and his failed promise on lobbyist and special interest groups? What is your take on what should be done about it?