Day: March 11, 2009

Obama Waiving

The Hill reportsĀ that a few more waivers to President Obama’s ethics executive order have been dispensed from on high (Norm Eisen). The waivers were provided for Jocelyn Frye, director of policy and projects in the Office of the First Lady, and Cecilia Munoz, director of intergovernmental affairs in the executive office of the president. The […]

Lobbying the Hands that Feed You?

The Post notes that some of the automakers receiving federal funds have disclosed recent lobbying expenditures. “It is probably the most heavily regulated industry in the country,” GM spokesman Greg Martin said. “Lobbying is legally protected speech. It’s a transparent, effective way for us to have a voice in multiple policy issues that impact our […]