How to Improve the Presidential Campaign Fund
Special to Roll Call
Millions of Americans recently completed their 2005 tax returns, and in doing so were asked on the front page of their 1040 if they wanted to designate $3 of their taxes toward the Presidential Election Campaign Fund. Congress established that fund in 1971 as a way of reducing the influence of private money in presidential elections and promoting electoral competition.
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Schumer Advocates for Many on Panel
Nov. 16, 12 a.m.
As Senate Majority Leader, Lyndon Johnson once said of the Joint Economic Committee, “It’s as useless as tits on a bull.” But as that panel’s chairman during the 110th Congress, Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) seized the opportunity to elevate the traditionally low-profile post to the forefront of shaping policy. Read Full Article
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