Alabama’s ethics laws may be changing, according to this report. The Alabama House is considering Gov. Riley’s proposals and might take final action soon. Here’s an editorial endorsing the changes. Lawmakers have to opportunity to do something worthwhile this session, something that could change the face of Alabama politics. After all, who wants to be […]
Day: May 3, 2009
Waiver is Gold Medal for White House Advisor Valerie Jarrett
The White House Blog reports that a waiver has been issued by Norm Eisen to White House Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett for her work helping to bring the Olympics to Chicago in 2016. The President promised during the campaign that staff would not work on contracts or regulations directly related to their former employers. We […]
Lobbying Links to Rep. Murtha
The Times spotlights the activities of some of Rep. John Murtha’s family in this article. The congressman earmarked millions of federal dollars to an institution in his district, St. Vincent College, while the Rev. John F. Murtha, his cousin, was its president. He has directed millions more in earmarks to clients of a firm, KSA Consulting, […]