Express Advocacy Earlier I noted that the California Fair Political Practices Commission was interested in hearing comments on what constitutes express advocacy under state law. Now, staff issued a memorandum on the topic and concludes that it’s all green lights and blue skies for expanding the concept to communications beyond those containing the so-called magic […]
Category: Wisconsin
Disclose lobbyist meetings quicker and online, says candidate
Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Tom Barrett has called for new lobbyist disclosure and reporting requirements in his campaign and the story is here. Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, a Democrat running for governor, said Tuesday he wants to require lobbyists to report online within 48 hours any time they meet with lawmakers or top cabinet officials.
School board campaign activity costs group $5,000
Advocates for Student Achievement agreed to pay $5,000 in a campaign finance case in Wisconsin, according to this report.