The Times notes independent group advertising and express advocacy here. Such a direct appeal to voters might seem unremarkable, but actually it is an example of an important new tool afforded to outside interest groups that is reshaping the contours of this year’s midterm elections. TaxProf notes this story, as well.
Day: October 18, 2010
Political law-related news and viewpoints this morning
E.J. Dionne, Jr. on independent groups’ 2010 role. The Washington Post. Legal issues related to private security guards and campaigns. The Washington Post. The Ring re-trial. The Washington Post. The DeLay trial. UPI. “God Didn’t Create Corporations.” The Washington Post. Sen. Ensign is paying legal fees. Roll Call. Who’s receiving contributions from U.S. subsidiary PACs? […]