The Post looks into firms with family ties to Rep. John Murtha receiving earmarked funds. Robert Murtha said he is not at liberty to discuss in detail what his company does, but for four years it has subsisted on defense contracts, according to records and interviews. He said Murtech’s 17 employees “provide necessary logistical support” […]
Month: May 2009
Liberate CRS Reports
The Times examines the Center for Democracy and Technology’s efforts to push the Congressional Research Service to release its excellent work to the public. “We think the public should have access to the information that is shaping legislation and policy, especially since it pays for that information,” said Ari Schwartz, the organization’s chief operating officer.
Are Lobbying Restrictions Constitutional?
This morning’s event at The George Washington University will discuss constitutional issues regarding lobbying restrictions, among other topics. As presidential candidates, Barack Obama and John McCain both focused a significant amount of attention on the role of lobbyists and what they – the candidates – felt was their corrupting influence on the policy making process. […]