The board also adopted a clearer process for responding to complaints about political ads that lack the legally required notice disclosing who paid for them. Last year, board members voiced frustration about a backlog of complaints and the department’s sluggish response to them. … [Read more...] about Virginia elections board tweaks ballot design, creates new complaint process for political ads
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The amount Robert Mercer spent on politics in 2016 probably topped $30 million
In total, including money paid by the foundation, Mercer probably spent about $30 million directly on political campaigns, and gave to political PACs and nonprofit groups and through his foundation. (The foundation is directed by his daughter Rebekah Mercer, who works closely with Mercer on political issues.) … [Read more...] about The amount Robert Mercer spent on politics in 2016 probably topped $30 million
North Omaha groups plan a political convention
"This event is the kick-off of our activism to get our community informed and ready to act and vote like crazy this 2018 election season," Preston Love Jr. said in a statement. … [Read more...] about North Omaha groups plan a political convention
Rush Defends Pruitt, Says Criticisms Are Politically Motivated
Pruitt drew criticism after he rented a room from a woman whose husband is a Washington, D.C. lobbyist and over claims he broke ethics guidelines regarding airline travel. Two EPA officials received significant raises as well, although Pruitt said he stopped the raises from taking place once he heard about them. … [Read more...] about Rush Defends Pruitt, Says Criticisms Are Politically Motivated
Poll: 1 in 5 Americans Have Participated in Political Rallies
30 percent of rallygoers approve of Trump, while 70 percent disapprove. 40 percent of rallygoers are Democrats, 36 percent are independents, and 20 percent are Republicans. 29 percent of rallygoers had been to some college, and 27 percent graduated college. 23 percent had done post-grad work, while 21 percent had an education level of high school or less. 52 percent supported solely liberal causes. 12 percent supported only conservative positions. Women's rights were the issue that most marched about, the poll report said. … [Read more...] about Poll: 1 in 5 Americans Have Participated in Political Rallies
