This Times article discusses one use for political contribution data (usually disclosed under legal requirements). If the person you’re looking for is politically active, the Federal Election Commission’s Web site (fec.gov) lists the addresses, ZIP codes and occasionally even the occupations of those who have given $250 or more to a national campaign.
Day: March 25, 2010
An editorial about Albany pork
The Times discusses Albany pork in this editorial this morning. These big slush funds have gotten some legislators into trouble. Former Assemblyman Brian McLaughlin, a Democrat from Queens, is now in prison after giving to a Little League, then stealing almost $100,000 back. The trial of the former Senate majority leader, Joseph Bruno, a Republican, […]