The Times reports on two campaign finance cases, including the Citizens United case. The Massey Coal case is no less interesting and may develop what corruption or the appearance of corruption means in the context of judicial (and other) elections. … Continue reading
Daily Archives: November 14, 2008
CQMoneyline says the FEC “fined” John Edwards and Rev. Al Sharpton yesterday. Sharpton will have to pay $497,000 in fines to the government for accepting prohibited contributions. Edwards faced fines of $681,000 for four separate offenses involving violations of contribution … Continue reading
What aspect of internet activity qualifies as lobbying under Washington law? The Examiner reports. Forget K Street. If a citizen emails his legislator about an issue of concern, does that make him a lobbyist? If you blog about the legislative … Continue reading