The Star Ledger looks at the campaign money race in New Jersey. An analysis of campaign finance reports released last week shows Corzine has been receiving significant backing in his bid for re-election from hundreds of state employees — from the governor’s office and state Transportation Department, to the utilities commission and New Jersey Turnpike […]
Month: October 2009
Citigroup government relations update
The Times reports on Citigroup’s relationship with Richard Hohlt. Mr. Hohlt’s role is to solve problems and help Mr. Parsons communicate more effectively, but not to lobby on Citigroup’s behalf. “I don’t bring him to meetings,” he said. “He is a useful source of information.” A spokesman said that Citigroup was paying Mr. Hohlt’s fees, […]
A new report on sustaining democracy in the digital age
The Knight Commission released a new report last week. The United States stands at what could be the beginning of a democratic renaissance, nurtured by innovative social practices and powerful technologies. With tools of communication (both old and new), dynamic institutions for promoting knowledge and the exchange of ideas, and a renewed commitment to engage […]