Rules governing congressional campaign funds invite misconduct
Amid ethics charges, the speaker and the majority whip quit accusing rules on contributions honoraria and personal finances. The piece argues lax money rules corrupt the process, trigger scandal, and fuel PAC influence in an era of costly campaigns and low voter turnout.
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Campaign reform call for Iowa 2nd District race
A Northeast Iowa opinion urges voters to demand campaign reform in the 1990 race for Iowa's 2nd District. It proposes the Iowa Model Campaign Pact listing spending caps, PAC abstention, donor limits to Iowa citizens, and mandatory debates staged by nonpartisan groups. The author urges July 1 reporting period deadline to push candidates to sign.
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Off-budgetry mocks Gramm-Rudman
An editorial criticizes Bush administration moves to hide deficits by off-budget accounting. It cites a proposed Reconstitution Finance Corp bailout and an off-budget Postal Service, arguing such tactics undermine Gramm-Rudman-Hollings and fiscal credibility.
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Prudential Companion Policy Discount Highlight
The Prudential notes a Companion Policy Discount as part of its offerings. It outlines how customers may qualify and suggests additional discounts available from the insurer.
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