The bill would repeal “right to work” laws, prohibit employers from using common tactics to discourage employees from joining unions.
Money Politics articles on Democracy Chronicles
This Money Politics section includes news about the efforts to reduce the influence of money over the election system that has grown substantially since the Citizens United ruling. Also see our entire section on Money Politics or our articles on Political Lobbying.
Dark Money Topped $1 Billion In 2020, Largely Boosting Democrats
Over $1 billion was spent on “dark money” in the 2020 election, a massive sum fueled by secret donations bolstering Democrats.
Wall Street Firms Looking To Reopen Their Wallets For Politicians
Businesses promised to freeze political giving after rioters invaded the US Capitol. However, many are secretly planning to restart donations.
States Take The Lead To Stop Foreign Interference In Elections
The legislation proscribing foreign interference in US elections has major loopholes that international interests have manipulated.
California Judge: Giving Out Tacos At Polling Place Is Not Illegal
Judge says Councilman did not violate any election laws when he handed out free tacos at a polling place on election day.
Activists to Big Corporations: Oppose Georgia Ballot Restrictions
Oppose Georgia ballot restrictions is the message activists are sending to big Georgia businesses such as Coca-Cola, Delta Airlines.
Seattle Political Campaigns Adjust To Democracy Voucher System
Seattle’s democracy vouchers which some people call “monopoly money” actually translate into real cash for local political campaigns.
A Key Supreme Court Case on Disclosure For Nonprofit Donors
The case is on whether a California law requiring charities to report names and addresses of their major donors is unconstitutional.
Secretive Out-of-State Group Pushes Utah Bill To End Voter Initiatives
Supporters of a bill tightening the rules for ballot measures said the law would shield Utah from outside control this legislative session.
Jan 6 a Reminder We Need Transparency in Corporate Political Spending
Shareholders may be unaware of which businesses endorse which politician although money to the sedition caucus may be a risk.