The Times endorses a “tougher political corruption law” in this editorial. The goal of the Senate bill from Patrick Leahy, Democrat of Vermont, and John Cornyn, Republican of Texas, is to have sharper eyes follow the public money. Even with … Continue reading
Daily Archives: March 2, 2009
Two of President Obama’s prosepects to join the Food Safety Inspection Service would apparently need a waiver to deal with pressing issues, in light of the Obama administration’s position on former lobbyists working in their subject area of expertise within … Continue reading
The Argus Leader describes how some public entities in South Dakota are lobbying for federal funds. As the nation’s financial health is deteriorating, public entities are using taxpayer money to lobby for more taxpayer money. … Continue reading