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Tag Archives: Campaign Finance
A look at Rep. Reed’s Proposed Bills
Members of congress exists in two different cultures–the Washington DC political culture, often described as ‘Inside the Beltway’ and their congressional district culture. A successful representatives satisfies the needs of both. When in DC our congressman, Tom Reed, bounces between following … Continue reading
Posted in 2016, Constituents, Legislation
Tagged Campaign Finance, GOO Agenda, GOP lack of action, Gridlock, PACs, Reed's proposed bills
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How to pocket campaign funds
The pension fund was just sitting there.–Gary Trudeau Rent office space from yourself. Both Tom Reed and Donald Trump do this. Hold campaign events at properties you own as Donald has done. Hire a ghostwriter to write a book, then … Continue reading
Source of Campaign Funds
Tom Reed writes his constituents: As you likely know, my opponent John Plumb worked for the Obama administration and is calling in every favor to help win this election. Plumb’s campaign is being flooded with out of state money being … Continue reading
Rep. Reed’s fundraising
On July 2, Tom Reed released a report on his first half fundraising to the press. On July 15, the day of the deadline, Tom filed his official second quarter report. Why would he wait? July 15 is the last day … Continue reading
Our American Values
…mostly we are dealing firmly held opinions masquerading as fact.–Mary Beard What are our American values? I suggest these: Honest day’s work for an honest day’s pay Fair elections Free quality education for all children A dignified retirement for seniors … Continue reading
Posted in Racism, Seniors, Veterans
Tagged American values, Campaign Finance, Seniors, voting rights, youth
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What Tom Reed disliked in the budget
There are many victories in this proposal. It moves the ball forward in that it continues us on a path of reducing the budget deficit and authorizes less spending in FY 2015 than the agreed upon cap in the Murray-Ryan … Continue reading
Posted in Congress, Political, Reed's Views
Tagged Campaign Finance, political contributions, social welfare, Spending, Transportation
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Reasons people give for liking Tom Reed
I certainly think bipartisanship ought to consist of Democrats coming to the Republican point of view. … If we [win the House, Senate, and White House], bipartisanship means they have to come our way, and if we’re successful in getting … Continue reading
Posted in 2014, Congress, Constituents, Political
Tagged Campaign Finance, Martha Robertson, Tom Reed
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Tom Reed’s supporters
. We know somethings about the Koch Brothers, Realtors, and others who are Tom’s largest funders and most significant supporters, but here’s another special interest: National Federation of Independent Business, NFIB. NFIB tweeted today, August 14, 2014: we’re also proud … Continue reading
Posted in 2014, Congress, Political
Tagged Campaign Finance, front group, Martha Robertson, NFIB, Tom Reed
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A Call to Action: “We the People”…not “We the Corporations”
When the Supreme Court ruled in January 2010 that Corporations had the same rights as people, many groups organized to fight back. One of those groups, Move To Amend, has been working at local levels to change state election laws (dealing … Continue reading
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