The Times discusses a theme that The Washington Times noticed, as well. The Obama administration’s position on a new era of ethics rules seems to have loopholes. The Times also suggests that Tom Dashcle should withdraw his nomination to be HHS Secretary. Although Mr. Daschle was not a registered lobbyist, he offered policy advice to […]
Day: February 3, 2009
IA: New Rules?
Campaign finance reform proposals are surfacing in Iowa, according to this report. Senate Majority Leader Mike Gronstal, D-Council Bluffs, said he is open to considering campaign finance reform. “We’re not open to proposals that tie our hands behind our back but don’t tie the other side’s hands behind their back,” he said. “So in the […]
Lobbyist-Bundled Contributions
The Federal Election Commission is scheduled to consider HLOGA’s lobbyist-bundled contributions rule today.