The Times reports on the prospect for bold action in Citizens United. The case has also deepened a profound split among liberals, dividing those who view government regulation of political speech as an affront to the First Amendment from those who believe that unlimited corporate campaign spending is a threat to democracy.
Day: August 29, 2009
Social Media Penetration
A new survey shows that a little more than half of Americans over 18 belong to one social media site. 77.4 percent of respondents ages 18-34 used social media, and 54.8 percent belong to two or more social media sites Only 47.5 percent of Baby Boomers (ages 45-64) are online social networkers, and just 23.3 […]
Attempted Extortion and Bribery
A New York judge was found guilty of attempted extortion and soliciting a bribe, according to this Department of Justice press release.