In this editorial. After years of deliberate neglect, the Justice Department is finally beginning to enforce the federal law requiring states to provide voter registration at welfare and food stamp offices. . . . The administration will undoubtedly be accused of acting in a self-serving political way by making it easier for more Democrats to […]
Month: August 2010
The case against Rep. Maxine Waters
The Washington Times, The Washington Post (here and here), The Hill (here and here), Politico, Roll Call, and the LA Times and others cover the charges against Rep. Maxine Waters. The House Ethics Committee’s documents are here.
Express advocacy and not just another Thursday in Sacramento
The California Fair Political Practices Commission will consider moving forward on a proposal to expand the state’s definition of “express advocacy.” The agenda is here with links to some comments in response to a recent FPPC staff memorandum. (Item 29 on the agenda.) Don’t miss item 28, as well. Staff intends to seek guidance on […]