The Post notes the launch of Keys to the Capitol, a lobbying firm that targets small towns, humble associations and others of modest means who can’t even consider signing the $10,000-a-month retainers required by many top Washington firms. Instead, Kanitra’s company offers contracts starting at $995, month-to-month agreements and prices and other details spelled out […]
Day: April 30, 2010
DISCLOSE Act: On the floor before July 4
The Hill reports that Sen. Reid has made a comment on when the DISCLOSE Act might come to the floor. “Leader Reid has pledged this bill will be on the floor before July 4,” Schumer said Thursday, setting a timeline for the bill’s movement through the Senate. He added: “We have designed this proposal so […]
Andrew Cuomo and the swamp in Albany
The Times covers Andrew Cuomo’s choice of closest political adviser here. Jennifer Cunningham is one of this city’s most prominent lobbyists, best known for her advocacy on behalf of 1199/S.E.I.U. United Healthcare Workers East, arguably Albany’s most powerful special interest. At the same time, Ms. Cunningham is among the closest political advisers to the man […]