Following the money becomes even more difficult
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Weak laws, a lack of enforcement, and ethically challenged decisions add to the problem of dark money in New Mexico. Continue Reading
Liberal ‘dark money’ group rails against ‘dark money’
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The nonprofit organization, called American Family Voices, is backed by retail lobby, unions, among others. Continue Reading
Secretary of State’s Office wants to ‘bring clarity’ to campaign reporting
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In the wake of revelations that lobbyists and candidates are at times reporting donations differently — making tracking some money in state politics nearly impossible — the Secretary of State’s Office says it’s working on a new rule to clarify reporting requirements. Continue Reading
Secret donors fuel Democratic political powerhouse
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Patriot Majority USA raised $30 million in ‘dark money’ last year. Continue Reading
New tax documents show Crossroads GPS poured millions into 2014 Senate race
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Republicans won big in 2014. New tax filings prove Crossroads GPS, which was co-founded by Karl Rove, was more influential than the public knew. Continue Reading
It’s time to demand full campaign transparency and accountability
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For too long we have placed trust in politicians who promise change and reform but fail to deliver. It’s time to end the half-measures and double-talk around this issue. Continue Reading
Inconsistent reporting hurts efforts to follow political money in NM
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In response to an investigation by a TV news organization, which found discrepancies in how candidates and lobbyists are reporting campaign contributions, some legislative leaders are asking for better rules that will improve transparency. Continue Reading
Progressive group spent about $3,100 on Las Cruces election
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Meanwhile, independent groups that attempted to elect opponents of candidates backed by progressives spent lots more on their unsuccessful efforts. Continue Reading
Thank you, Las Crucens, for your faith, trust and support
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Allegations made in the final days of the campaign have been vetted. Today they remain only as a topic for ugly attacks by those who are indifferent to the effect of their actions on me, my family, and on our city as a whole. Continue Reading
New Mexico gets D- grade in 2015 State Integrity Investigation
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Behind New Mexico’s ranking: widespread and systemic weaknesses in overseeing ethics, campaign finance and lobbying. Continue Reading
Twitter <3 enhanced political #disclosure
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The social media company’s PAC will quickly reveal campaign contributions. Continue Reading
Kudos to super PAC for being transparent
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At a time when so many groups are engaged in politicking without disclosing information about their fundraising and spending, GOAL West is doing the opposite. Continue Reading
Super PAC continues barrage of negative attacks in Las Cruces
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A super PAC funded by out-of-town oil, gas, ranching and farming interests continued its barrage of negative attacks against Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima over the weekend. Here’s what you need to know about those behind the attacks and what it means. Continue Reading
Last-minute PAC and anonymous attacks color Las Cruces election
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A number of flyers arrived Friday in people’s mailboxes attacking candidates in Tuesday’s Las Cruces municipal election. That includes a mailer hitting City Council District 1 candidate Kasandra Gandara that doesn’t disclose who sent it — which violates city ordinance. Continue Reading
GOP super PACs dominate early ad spending in presidential race
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In the heaviest advertising month yet during the 2016 presidential campaign, non-candidate groups such as super PACs and politically active nonprofits have dominated the airwaves. Continue Reading