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| | politicalhat.com
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| | [AI summary] A news aggregation blog post summarizing miscellaneous stories from late January 2017 covering the new Trump administration's executive orders, political debates, and international events.
| | www.law.cornell.edu
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| | [AI summary] The text discusses the legal and historical context surrounding campaign finance regulations, particularly focusing on the regulation of corporate and union political speech. It highlights key Supreme Court cases such as Buckley v. Valeo, Citizens United v. FEC, and McConnell v. FEC, which have shaped the understanding of corporate expenditures in elections. The text emphasizes the distinction between direct contributions and independent expenditures, the role of PACs, and the rationale behind restrictions on corporate spending to prevent corruption and the appearance thereof. It also references the Federal Election Campaign Act (FECA) and the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act (BCRA), noting how they have been upheld by the Court as legitimate exer...
| | www.chrisritchie.org
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| | [AI summary] The article discusses the potential for voter suppression and election interference in the 2020 U.S. presidential election, particularly in the context of the coronavirus pandemic. It highlights the increased use of mail-in voting, the role of partisan strategies, and the historical precedents such as the Brooks Brothers Riot. The piece outlines a potential playbook for election interference, including organizing efforts, legal strategies, and post-election litigation. It also addresses mitigation strategies for voters, such, as voting in person, raising awareness, and documenting instances of suppression. The article emphasizes the importance of voter participation and the role of the public in ensuring the integrity of the electoral process.
| | veritas.hurty.net
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