Sep 30, 2010 by Adam Smith
Today, Rep. John Boehner, wannabe-Speaker of the House, gave a speech at the American Enterprise Institute on reforming government and cleaning up the “People’s House.” Of course, he left out an important part of this: ending the toxic effect special interest campaign cash has on our political process. On September 23rd, the Committee on House Administration passed the Fair Elections Now Act, but the House adjourned before taking action on it.
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Sep 23, 2010 by mrober@publicampaign.org
Today, the American Sustainable Business Council, "a growing national coalition of business networks that supports policies leading to a vibrant, just and sustainable economy," endorsed the Fair Elections Now Act. According to ASBC, Fair Elections would, "would stop the corrupting influence of special interest donations and enable legislators to focus on the people’s business rather than on fundraising."
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Sep 16, 2010 by Adam Smith
The House Committee on Administration has announced that it will vote on the Fair Elections Now Act, next Thursday, September 23rd. This is an historic step forward for putting elections back in the hands of voters.
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Aug 30, 2010 by Adam Smith
The Washington Post reported today on the tough time that environmental groups are having getting comprehensive energy legislation across the finish line and to the president’s desk. What appeared to be their best chance in years to address climate change and push for renewable energy has been bogged down by partisan politics and, as advocates point out, the influence of Big Oil in our political process.
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Aug 11, 2010 by Adam Smith
MoveOn and many of our state partners held rallies across the country yesterday to protest corruption in Washington and to push for the Fair Elections Now Act. Below are some pictures from these events.
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