The Post notes recent setbacks for campaign finance reform this morning. The second half of the link discusses an ethics waiver for a golf event.
Category: Senate
Sen. Collins on DISCLOSE: “concern”
The Hill tracks down where Sen. Collins stands on the DISCLOSE Act. In a statement, Collins spokesman Kevin Kelley said Collins believes the public has a right to know who is contributing to campaigns but has concerns that the bill gives an unfair political advantage to unions over corporations.
Brown letter on DISCLOSE
Roll Call reports that Sen. Brown has detailed his opposition to the DISCLOSE Act in a letter. “I understand that your five groups support this legislation, and I respect your opinion, but more than 450 other groups from across the political spectrum — ranging from such ideological opposites as the National Right to Life Committee […]