I’m confident that this is the only Citizens United analysis referring to Isaac Asimov. Science fiction tales of human creations—be they machines or monsters—turning on their creators always describe the moment of epiphany when the creation gains self-awareness, a knowledge of themselves as being separate and apart from—and, upon reflection and consideration, superior to—their human […]
Day: February 8, 2010
McConnell lawyer on Citizens United
McDermott, Will & Emery’s Bobby Burchfield‘s comments on Citizens United are included in this Hill analysis.
Proposal for registration of placement agents in California
The Central Valley Business Times has an update on California legislation to require the registration of placement agents. Placement agents would be subject to strict gift limits, campaign contribution prohibitions, and be prohibited from receiving compensation contingent upon any California public pension investment decision. The placement agents, their firms and employers would be required to […]