]> http://www.publicampaign.org/pressroom/2009/03/23/2009-the-fair-elections-now-act Comments for "2009: The Fair Elections Now Act" en http://www.publicampaign.org/pressroom/2009/03/23/2009-the-fair-elections-now-act Americans understand that the core issues confronting the nation are inextricably linked to money in politics. Members of Congress who want to tackle Wall Street&#39;s failure, the lack of access for all to health insurance, and the broken energy policy are forced to spend a significant amount of their time raising money from the very industries which have something to gain or lose in each of these debates.<br /> <br /> This week, a set of bipartisan bills that would fundamentally transform Congressional fundraising will be introduced in both the U.S. House and the U.S. Senate. If adopted, these bills – called “Fair Elections Now” – would significantly alter Congressional leaders’ day-to-day activities, releasing them from the confines of campaign fundraising to better spend their time on issues important to their constituencies. Tue, 31 Mar 2009 13:52:11 +0000