BLAGO TRIAL UPDATE. The Times. “Disgraced former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich did not want to mix fundraising and governing, a former aide said on Monday, but other witnesses said political donations and government favors were linked.” COALITION AGAINST DRAFT EO. Story here. “In a letter sent Monday to Obama, groups such as the U.S. Chamber […]
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2012 money race pace, money bombs for all, and who’s running in today’s political law links
PARTY SUES IN NV. Roll Call. “The Nevada Republican Party has filed an application for an injunction that would keep candidates who were not nominated by their party from appearing on the special election ballot in the 2nd district.” THE 2012 MONEY RACE PACE. The Times. “The fund-raising effort reflects the modern campaign cycle and […]
Political law links for Monday, April 18
THE TIMES ON THE FEC. Editorial here. DC’S LOBBYING FOR DC. The Post. “After its latest disappointment at the hands of Congress and the White House, the District of Columbia faces a difficult question: Can a city that is bursting with lobbyists do a better job lobbying for itself?” SAVING TRANSPARENCY. From The Hill. “House […]