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Sunlight is a go-to resource for reporters as they use our tools for all types of stories. Check out how media outlets around the country used our data in October and November.
Continue readingIn the wake of change, Argentina has to push for more transparency
In a historic runoff, Argentina has just elected Mauricio Macri as the country's new president. In this time of change, the country must push for more transparency in its elections.
Continue readingSunlight’s ‘Political Party Time’ illuminates the secretive world of fundraising
With the 2016 elections kicking into high gear, political fundraisers will become more prevalent — and more important to track. Help us follow the money with Political Party Time.
Continue readingHigh stakes for tonight’s debate held at GOP megadonor’s casino
The fifth Republican presidential debate will be held tonight at a casino owned by one of the biggest donors to the Republican party — and he is yet to endorse a candidate.
Continue readingWhy is a Democratic media firm buying ads for a controversial Minnesota mine?
A lobbying group promoting a controversial mining project in Minnesota is working with an ad firm that primarily buys ad time for Democratic candidates.
Continue readingThere are now 8 super PACs supporting Ted Cruz’s 2016 run
With the formation of Stand ForTruth, Inc., there are now eight super PACs supporting Ted Cruz's presidential bid.
Continue readingSunlight and allies file another round of complaints against TV stations
Sunlight and our allies have filed complaints with the FCC against 18 TV stations for failing to accurately identify the true sponsor of ads run by the super PAC Independence USA.
Continue readingBeyond the NRA: The other pro-gun political spenders
The National Rifle Association (NRA) is the biggest and best-known of the gun rights groups, but there are other pro-gun players that are spending big money to influence U.S. politics.
Continue readingNew Right to Rise ad buy brings super PAC’s total spending to $39 million
With yet another multimillion dollar purchase of television ads, Jeb Bush’s super PAC has now made $39 million in independent expenditures — yet he still languishes in the polls.
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