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Rep. John Larson Has the Answer

Submitted by Monica Rober on Mon, 11/23/2009 - 18:57

Lead House sponsor Rep. John Larson (D-Conn.) discusses the importance of the Fair Elections Now Act in the face of the upcoming U.S. Supreme Court decision on Citizens United v. FEC in an interview with National Journal."NJ: What other options does Congress have for enacting stronger election money laws in the short term?Larson: To be honest with you, none that I'm focused on. I see this [the Fair Elections Now Act] as the crown jewel for us. I see this as a very important first step. It's grassroots-oriented. It passes constitutional tests. That's why I think it has attracted everyone from Common Cause to SEIU to former members. On both sides of the aisle. Walter Jones [R-N.C.] supports our bill and is working his caucus. It demonstrates the depth and breadth of our support."To read the full article, click here. 

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