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Continue readingMore debate questions on campaign finance, please
While we heard fleeting mentions of Citizens United and the influence of billionaires during the debates, we’d like to hear more questions about money in politics posed to candidates of both parties.
Continue readingCharles Koch’s laughable quote on dark money
Charles Koch says his political giving isn't shady at all. But that statement is comically incorrect when you look at the facts.
Continue readingMore than the Kochs: Big donors outside the campaign finance spotlight
Though the Koch's name is usually synonymous with large political donations, there are other names Americans should be paying attention to as we enter the 2016 election cycle.
Continue readingSatirical super PACs: Don’t try this at home
Before you start advocating for a better tomorrow, tomorrow with your own super PAC, remember that there are rules to follow — and breaking them can lead to real consequences.
Continue readingIt’s been 4 years since Stephen Colbert created a super PAC — where did all that money go?
No one's followed the money trail of Stephen Colbert's super PAC, Americans for a Better Tomorrow, Tomorrow. Until now.
Continue readingWhy you’re seeing so many issue ads outside election season
Even with the 2016 election over a year away, television viewers are already seeing lots of issue ads paid for by 501(c)(4) groups across the country. We break down why.
Continue readingFEC draft opinion rules politicians can donate to foreign elections
In response to an inquiry made by Rep. Maxine Waters, D-Calif, the FEC opines that candidates can contribute personal and campaign funds to foreign elections.
Continue readingWhere are the 1% of the 1%? Big donors of elections past already fueling 2016
Earlier this year, we took a look at the biggest political donors in 2014, whom we dubbed the 1% of the 1%. As we look through campaign spending now, it’s not surprising to see those same names pop up.
Continue readingThe perplexing case of the Ted Cruz super PACs
Most presidential candidates have one or perhaps two super PACs championing their cause. Why does Ted Cruz have six?
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