BuzzFeed reports, with the subhead: “After a quiet change to the bylaws, every penny the group brings in will be given to its rich backers, despite claims to the contrary. No wonder they’re not advertising it.”
I had asked Larry Lessig about how he could support Americans Elect given their well known transparency problems (for example, they won’t reveal their donors based upon unsubstantiated claims of potential harassment). Larry’s explanation is here and I appreciate the… Continue reading
Lessig responds to my query about his support for an organization which does not disclose his donors. His careful post merits a careful response. Stay tuned.
Americans Elect press release (via email): “We are giving all voters a serious third choice for president in 2012. We are unencumbered by special interest and Super PAC money. We’re not influenced by the political class of consultants or guided… Continue reading
I have written this opinion piece for Politico. It begins:
When it comes to critiquing modern American politics, Stephen Colbert has been less a comedian and more a performance artist. He didn’t just joke about Super PACs — he created… Continue reading
John Lumea: “What this Board decision basically says is that as few as five people can fund the whole damned thing….It also strongly suggests that Americans Elect is not getting — and does not expect to get — significant… Continue reading
From an AE emailed press release:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
A STATEMENT BY FORMER GOVERNORS DAVID BOREN AND CHRISTINE TODD WHITMAN:
WASHINGTON, D.C., MARCH 4, 2012–Below is a statement by the former Governor of New Jersey and current board member of… Continue reading