The focus of today’s George Will column is Sen. Feingold’s proposal to amend the 17th Amendment. But Will can’t avoid recalling the constitutional issues arising from Sen. Feingold’s foray into campaign finance law. By restricting the financing of political advocacy, the McCain-Feingold speech-rationing law empowers the government to regulate the quantity, timing and content of […]
Month: February 2009
Staffer E Charged
Former Senate staffer Ann Copland was charged in the latest development in the Abramoff scandal, according to this report. Court documents said the aide, Ann Copland, took gifts from Mr. Abramoff and other lobbyists, including thousands of dollars in meals and tickets to events. Prosecutors say the gifts were in exchange for her help getting […]
Fannie Mae PAC: Who Gets its $100?
With the passing of Freddie Mac’s PAC, can final foreclosure for Fannie Mae’s political fund be far behind? Fannie Mae PAC shows $100 cash on hand as of its latest report. The committee handed out refunds to donors at the end of 2008. The Post notes the latest $400 billion provided to the companies. The companies, […]