BLOOMBERG PAC UP IN SPECIAL. Story here. “A Mike Bloomberg-funded super PAC is about to surpass $1 million in ads in a House special primary election in Illinois, lambasting former Democratic Rep. Debbie Halvorson over her high marks from the National Rifle Association.” WYDEN ON REFORMS. HuffPo. “The senior senator from Oregon will not be […]
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Political law links, 1/8/13
FAHRENKOPF LEAVING. The Hill. “The president and CEO of the American Gaming Association (AGA) will leave the trade association this year, putting a lucrative position up for grabs on K Street.” GIFFORDS LAUNCH. Politico. “Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and her husband on Tuesday unveiled a new anti-gun violence initiative – two years after she was […]
Good morning – today’s political law links
CACHET CASH. Roll Call. “Certainly some celebrities from the entertainment industry have been elected to office.” RACE FOR JACKSON SEAT. Story here. “The resignation of Rep. Jesse L. Jackson Jr. has opened a pipeline of aspiring Chicago Democrats eyeing the vacant seat.” CEO CONNECT. Story here. “In an effort find allies in the business community, […]