The 2010 midterms are fast approaching and it looks like some senators will be out of a job by next... View Article
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The Sunlight Foundation recently sent a letter seeking cosponsors for H.R. 5258 and S. 3335, both known as the Earmark... View Article
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Continue reading2010 Top Washington Lobbying Firms Mapped
Ever wondered where the top lobbying firms are located in Washington, DC? Wonder no more. Here’s a map of the... View Article
Continue readingKey net neutrality supporters hire former government officials to lobby
Two of the biggest proponents of net neutrality rules for broadband providers involved in closed door congressional committee negotiations have... View Article
Continue readingOpponents of net neutrality attending congressional telecom meetings spend more on lobbying
Last Friday, two congressional committees held closed door discussions with 31 representatives from industry and activist groups to discuss writing... View Article
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The DISCLOSE Act passed the House today by a vote of 219-206. Below is a live-blog of the floor vote... View Article
Continue readingFormer government officials hired to lobby as Congress looks to rewrite telecom law
As leaders in Congress announced a series of hearings this June to tackle huge telecommunications issues with a focus on... View Article
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