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Campaign Finance

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Trump Campaign Blames “Scammers” After Being Busted (Again) for Soliciting Foreign Donations
It is against the law for campaigns to receive or even seek out foreign donations.

Why Money in Politics Means More Fracking: A Cautionary Tale From North Carolina
In North Carolina, constituents and ratepayers are concerned Gov. Pat McCrory's administration is too partial to utility monopoly Duke Energy.

Stark New Evidence on How Money Shapes US Elections
Oversights of two generations of social scientists have weakened democracy.

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Clinton Fundraises With Frackers
Hillary Clinton is growing cozier with the hydraulic fracturing industry, just months after she promised to heavily regulate it.

Following the Money Behind Tim Kaine
Throughout his time in politics, Tim Kaine has certainly seen his share of campaign money — we examined the cash behind his extensive career.

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The Un-Democratic National Committee
There's more wrong with the Democratic Party than former DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz and her emails.

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Still Singing the “ActBlue” Blues
ActBlue's “donate” button should add “at your own risk” think some who feel burned by its practices.

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Leaks Show DNC Asked White House to Reward Donors With Slots on Boards and Commissions
DNC officials hoped to reward top donors with appointments to federal boards and commissions.

Four Trump Campaign Finance Violations
Donald Trump plays fast and loose with the complicated laws surrounding campaign finance.

Florida Town Proposes a Ban on Super PACs — What Could Happen?
Not only would the ordinance get big money out of St. Petersburg elections, but it could lead to a legal clash ending super PACs.