Turning Tide?
Submitted by Katie Schlieper on Thu, 06/05/2008 - 21:34
This article in the New Mexico Independent looks at emerging trends in the makeup of the state legislature, particularly the Democratic side, as well as a more energized electorate and how it could bode well for more progressive campaign finance legislation, including public financing of elections. Public financing has a enjoyed a few victories, but these changes could spell more momentum for expanding the Clean Elections program to include more races, and more high-profile offices.