The Chicago Tribune reports that a citizen who challenged referendum disclosure laws won his case in federal court. U.S. District Judge J.P. Stadtmueller ruled that two state laws requiring disclosures by groups advocating for or against a state or local referendum went too far in restricting free speech. He ruled in a case involving Town […]
Category: Wisconsin
“Lobbyist Leprechaun”
A lobbyist dressed as a leprechaun; the perfect ending to St. Patrick’s Day. The Seattle Times has this story from Wisconsin. Ann Rawlinson, a film scout from Pewaukee, donned a green suit, tights and a top hat as she lobbied lawmakers at the Capitol to save the industry’s generous tax credits. She even used a […]
Madison, WI: Madison to Vegas High-speed Rail?
Madison, Wisconsin city fathers are discussing the possibility of receiving stimulus funds, according to this report. Assisting the discussion is Simon and Company’s Len Simon.