Non-profit led by ex-Bush official criticizes gov’t spending by both parties

By Josh Israel and Aaron Mehta

While many of the independent groups trying to shape the outcome of the November election expressly endorse or criticize a candidate, some a

Excerpts from this story referencing "George W. Bush":

"… ant U.S. trade representative for public and media affairs under President George W. Bush. Prior to that, she was press secretary to the House Republican Conference …"

Political inaction committees: How political action committees are spending your donations

By Josh Israel, Aaron Mehta and Gabriel Debenedetti

Jay Peters is a psychology instructor at a Durham, North Carolina, community college who has donated tens of thousands of dollars to conserv

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"… o’s Future PACAfter a dozen years in the U.S. House, a year as President George W. Bush’s U.S. trade representative, and a stint as head of Bush’s Office of M …"

Though inactive since 2005, FEC complaints have kept America Coming Together's doors open

By Aaron Mehta and Josh Israel

In 2004, America Coming Together (ACT) made a big splash as one of the larger independent “527” committees set up to influence the president

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"… largely by wealthy donors and labor unions who opposed the re-election of George W. Bush and hoped to spend millions to influence the outcome. Though ACT ceased it …"

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As disasters strike, private sector preparedness program remains stalled

By Josh Israel and Aaron Mehta

More than 50 days into the BP oil spill crisis, many are calling for Congressional action. Environmental groups are demanding more safety re

Excerpts from this story referencing "George W. Bush":

"… ation to create the program, and the bill was signed into law by President George W. Bush in August 2007. …"

John J. Sullivan: Federal Election Commissioner in waiting

By Josh Israel and Aaron Mehta

One full year after being nominated to the Federal Election Commission, Service Employees International Union (SEIU) lawyer John J. Sullivan

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"… s and one Republican — and the other three sitting commissioners are all George W. Bush appointees. The administration has yet to announce nominations for the oth …"

Washington lobbying giants cash in on health reform debate

By Joe Eaton, M.B. Pell and Aaron Mehta

While patients, taxpayers and lawmakers debate the impact of the health care reform law President Obama signed on Tuesday, one result of the

Excerpts from this story referencing "George W. Bush":

"… istrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services under President George W. Bush, and Colette Desmarais, a former top health policy aide to Republican Sen. …"

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Backing Pelosi: A labor of love

By Josh Israel and Aaron Mehta

A labor of love

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"… ception through the end of 2009. …"

"… e data. Totals include individual and political committee contributions to Nancy Pelosi’s Congressional campaign committee, PAC to the Future, and Team Majority …"

Harry Reid: In the clearing stands a boxer

By Josh Israel, Aaron Mehta and Caitlin Ginley

Senate Majority Leader Reid

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"… o companies — including AT&T — that were being sued for aiding the George W. Bush administration’s warrantless anti-terrorism surveillance, but he was vit …"

"… “a constructive solution to the crisis we face.” Republican President George W. Bush thanked Reid by name for having “worked across the aisle to make vital i …"

John Boehner: A pro-business agenda

By Josh Israel, Aaron Mehta and Caitlin Ginley

A pro-business agenda

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"… issues, a major recent concern was its 2008 fight over the legality of the George W. Bush administration’s warrantless wiretapping program. Boehner was a strong s …"

"… the rule, and the repeal became one of the first items signed by President George W. Bush. Before voting for the repeal, Boehner issued a statement calling OSHA’s …"

Mitch McConnell: Fueled by tobacco and whiskey

By Josh Israel, Aaron Mehta and Caitlin Ginley

Mitch McConnell

Excerpts from this story referencing "George W. Bush":

"… Elaine Chao, served as secretary of labor for eight years under President George W. Bush.Of the more than $47.5 million McConnell has raised, nearly $27.5 million …"

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