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  • Democrats' fundraising ruse undercuts election reforms

    02/10/2004 3:13:14 PM PST · by Libloather · 4 replies · 118+ views
    Yahoo News ^ | 2/10/04
    Democrats' fundraising ruse undercuts election reforms Tue Feb 10, 7:27 AM ET For decades, Democrats championing campaign finance reforms blamed Republicans for blocking efforts to curb the influence wealthy donors have on politics. And Republicans readily conceded they opposed limits that might curtail their advantage in raising money from deep-pocketed allies. Now, two years after passage of the biggest reform of campaign financing in a generation, the parties have reversed roles: Democrats are spearheading efforts to bypass a ban on huge donations. Republicans are crying foul - though they're preparing to use the same fundraising ploy if the Federal Election...