Panel to mull updating state campaign laws in California
The California Fair Political Practices Commission established a panel to propose changes to state campaign finance law. The press release is here and it lists the members of the panel.
Monthly Archives: August 2010
Union-Leader on lobbyists
In this editorial the paper discusses conflict between two candidates trading charges regarding lobbying. Hillary Clinton was right when, in the 2008 primary, she defended lobbying as a sometimes necessary and perfectly defensible way for people to get the attention … Continue reading
When social networks are too social
The Post explains. The age of social media has made it easier than ever to stay connected with the people you know, but it has also made it almost inevitable that users will come to feel overwhelmed by interruptions, updates … Continue reading
Rep. Waters’ family connection to Progressive Connections examined
Bradley Benbrook examines Rep. Waters’ campaign’s use of a firm with connections to her daughter in this CalWatchdog post.
Hawaii ethics vacancy announcement
Need a change of scenery? The Hawaii Ethics Commission is searching for a new executive director. More information here. The commission’s website has an application packet available here.