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Anonymous campaign finance system urged

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Eric Brown

In response to Citizens United, Congress should adopt an “anonymous campaign finance system,” according to this editorial. We need a federally chartered clearinghouse for campaign donations that matches donors to designated, registered candidates and political action committees. Under such a … Continue reading →

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Lobbyist fee a tax on speech?

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Eric Brown

The Illinois lobbyist fee controversy is the topic of this editorial in The State Journal-Register (Springfield, IL). Simply put, this is not a fee; this is a tax on speech. … Continue reading →

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Rep. Meeks’ spending in the spotlight

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Eric Brown

The Times examines Rep. Meeks’ lifestyle in this article this morning.  According to ths report, “his spending habits have drawn the scrutiny of ethics watchdogs and regulators, who have questioned whether Mr. Meeks is using campaign money to support a … Continue reading →

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