Monday, October 22, 2007

Colbert '08

This isn't really directly relevant to nonprofits per se, but most readers of this blog know I'll delve into campaign finance and election laws from time to time since these laws can impact nonprofits.

Ok, that was a prime example of a sentence that rocks the circular logic. In any event, the Stephen Colbert presdential candidacy (a fake news guy running for real in South Carolina) has created an interesting bit of analysis amongst election law commentators. First was this piece in Politico, and now, a post from Bob Bauer... best line:
All of this, from an election lawyer’s point of view, would be highly entertaining. And perhaps good for more than just a laugh.

All well worth the read... Colbert's candidacy could force the FEC to confront some pretty big issues. Since Colbert seems intent on running for real, this could be interesting.... But if Colbert thinks he'll get the coveted Chuck Norris endorsement, he's sadly missed out.

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