Courtesy of TPM. The term “moneybomb” was ultimately coined in 2007, by online supporters of Ron Paul’s presidential campaign. In this case, Paul supporters would hype a particular date as the day to donate, collect pledges in advance where possible, … Continue reading
Daily Archives: February 13, 2010
The Times reports on the Congressional Black Caucus and its fundraising activities here. At the galas, lobbyists and executives who give to caucus charities get to mingle with lawmakers. They also get seats on committees the caucus has set up … Continue reading
The Washington Post will give the Obama administration’s “crackdown on lobbying” page one, column one treatment in tomorrow’s Sunday edition. The story is here. The success of Obama’s efforts are a subject of debate, with both sides pulling out evidence … Continue reading