Outside groups spend $1.65 million on House races in Nevada, New York

By Aaron Mehta and Josh Israel

Outside groups influence special elections in Nevada and New York with $1.65 million

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"… nt by House Majority PAC, a “Super PAC” aimed at helping Democrats win congressional races. Aside from Crossroads, the eight other independent expenditure groups aid …"

Consultant profile: Olsen & Shuvalov

By Robert Brodsky

Major Clients in 2003-2004 include George W. Bush and the Republican National Committee

Excerpts from this story referencing "congressional races":

"… 1, opening Rove & Co.His firm had a number of early successes in Texas congressional races. But, Rove's prized client was George W. Bush. He guided Bush's 1994 Texas …"

NRA pushed 'stand your ground' laws across the nation

By Susan Ferriss

Gun-rights group used endorsements, campaign cash and political pressure to spread laws nationwide.

Excerpts from this story referencing "congressional races":

"… ous politicians take note that the NRA is heavily invested and involved in congressional races.The organization showered the Florida Republican Party Committee with a to …"

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Nonprofits outspent super PACs in 2010, trend may continue

By Michael Beckel

Increasingly active nonprofit groups act just like super PACs but don't reveal donors.

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"… . But with clearly defined candidates for both the White House and in most congressional races, nonprofits are expected to become more active.Billionaire casino owner Sh …"

"… y nonprofits are likely to have a "major impact" this year, "especially in congressional races.""There's a lot of money flowing here beneath the radar," he said.For up-t …"

Nonprofit profile: Crossroads GPS

By Paul Abowd

Quick stats on Crossroads GPS, supporting Republicans

Excerpts from this story referencing "congressional races":

"… than $44 million on broadcast, cable and radio ads in the presidential and congressional races, the the Center for Public Integrity reported. And by Election Day, C …"

Big business prefers GOP over Democratic super PACs

By Michael Beckel

Corporations have made big contributions to super PACs with conservative groups the biggest benefactors.

Excerpts from this story referencing "congressional races":

"… ent Barack Obama. American Crossroads has aided conservative candidates in congressional races and has recently turned its attention to the presidential race.Thanks to c …"

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PAC profile: Ending Spending Action Fund

By Rachael Marcus

Quick stats on the super PAC, supporting conservatives

Excerpts from this story referencing "congressional races":

"… pporting Republican Mitt Romney in the presidential race and $2 million on congressional races, according to the Wall Street Journal.The super PAC was founded alongside …"

Daily Disclosure: Nonprofit and super PAC team up for ad blitz

By Rachael Marcus

Former Sen. Norm Coleman's American Action Network and Congressional Leadership Fund hit House races.

Excerpts from this story referencing "congressional races":

"… onal Leadership Fund, have launched a multi-million campaign targeting top congressional races.The groups, which were both founded by former GOP Sen. Norm Coleman and ex …"

Daily Disclosure: Crossroads GPS charges into congressional race

By Rachael Marcus

Crossroads GPS is now active at all levels of the national election

Excerpts from this story referencing "congressional races":

"… Wednesday, including the Crossroads network’s first reported foray into congressional races and ads in four hotly contested Senate races. With its entry into the Hous …"

Daily Disclosure: Koch-backed nonprofit ‘educates’ voters about Obama

By Rachael Marcus

Obama's 'failing agenda' subject of new negative ad blast from big outside-spending nonprofit.

Excerpts from this story referencing "congressional races":

"… a, but Americans for Prosperity has spent unreported millions more on U.S. congressional races.The appeals court decision means Americans for Prosperity, and other polit …"

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