Swift Boat, MoveOn fined for ’04 activities

The Federal Elections Commission announced yesterday that they have reached agreements with three 527s in connection with violations of federal campaign finance law during the 2004 presidential elections. Swift Boat Veterans and POWs for Truth has agreed to pay the largest civil penalty - $299,500. MoveOn.org will pay $150,000 and The League of Conservation Voters … Continue reading Swift Boat, MoveOn fined for ’04 activities

Webb misses Vet event, offers lame excuse

This morning's Virginian-Pilot has an editorial about Senator-elect Jim Webb being a no-show at a local event which was planned for Veterans' Day, Saturday, November 11. Back in August, Webb agreed to appear. The Webb camp claims that they told organizers a month in advance that he might not be able to make it; however … Continue reading Webb misses Vet event, offers lame excuse