Revealing Money and Power Networks in North Carolina Campaigns
A spatial analysis of campaign finance data reveals a 2020 statehouse landscape awash in cash as Democrats tried new efforts to win seats ahead of redistricting.
Donald Shaw
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Cruz and AOC Said They Would Propose a Lobbying Ban. So What Happened?
They got a lot of attention for agreeing to work together on a bill to close the revolving door, but they never actually did what they said they would.
Newsom Delivers for Energy Clients of Lobbyist He Celebrated at French Laundry
A review of public records suggests the Newsom administration's actions may have been inappropriately influenced by his lobbyist friend's firm.
BlackRock Alum Who Developed Neoliberal Policies for Obama Will Be Harris' Chief Economist
Michael Pyle is the latest member of BlackRock's "shadow government" to be hired by the Biden-Harris administration.
Rules Package Closes Witness Conflicts Loophole
For the first time, witnesses to Congress will have to disclose all entities they are affiliated with that have an interest in the topic of the hearing.
GOP Groups Go Negative After Facebook Lifts Ad Ban for Georgia
A look at the political ads Georgia voters are seeing on Facebook as they head to the polls in the runoff Senate elections.
The TV Lobby Does Not Want You to See the Sun
The broadcasters lobby’s reasoning is simple: If it’s dark out after work, you’re more likely to plop your ass on the couch and spend your evening consuming their programs.
Mysterious Dark Money Group That Backed ‘Big Oil’s Favorite Democrat’ Was Funded by Big Oil
American Workers for Progress, which spent big for Cuellar, was funded by an oil and gas industry lobbying group.
Richard Neal Got a Surprise Billing Deal for His Private Equity Donors
You’ll pay through higher insurance premiums.