RAVES FOR OPINION. WE. “Ho pointed out that contribution limits prohibit the exercise of protected First Amendment rights to support candidates and voice political views even when there is no corruption whatsoever. Adding a badly needed dose of realism, Ho wrote, ‘Countless Americans contribute for no other reason than to support candidates who share their […]
Author: Eric Brown
5.1.18 political law links
READINGS ON CORRUPTION. NYT. “As a corruption investigation into President Trump’s personal lawyer, Michael Cohen, is underway, here are three books that delve into the history and consequences of political misconduct in the United States.” PHILANTHROPY AND INFLUENCE. HLS. “In our own research, we have documented that—in an ironic twist—companies’ philanthropic efforts may serve at least […]
3.28.18 political law links
CA: FUNDS DONATED. SDUT. “County Board of Supervisors candidate Bonnie Dumanis has given $15,000 to a community safety fund over the past three years and is offering receipts from the charitable donations as evidence that she has unloaded any tainted money from a federal campaign-finance case.” CA: FAMILY SUPPORT. MB. “Eleni Kounalakis’ bid to become California lieutenant […]