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VIDEO: NY Gov Wants More Disclosure

Cuomo Fights 'Dark Money'


Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced Wednesday he is taking first-in-the-nation action to curb the power of independent expenditure campaigns unleashed by the 2010 Supreme Court case Citizens United vs. Federal Election Commission.
The governor made the announcement in a speech at Fordham University School of Law. 
“The power to influence and the power to be heard in elections was tilted beyond all recognition when the Supreme Court upheld Citizens United. This decision ignited the equivalent of a campaign nuclear arms race and created a shadow industry in New York — maligning the integrity of the electoral process and drowning out the voice of the people. Citizens United must be reversed,” Gov Coumo said.
“As Governor of New York, I am taking action to curb the powers of independent entities and ensure these committees cannot circumvent the law and cheat the system. We are also strengthening disclosure requirements so we know exactly where and from whom this dark money flows. Our message is clear: In New York, democracy is not for sale. I strongly urge the State Legislature to join me in restoring the people’s trust in government and pass this legislation this session.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4KB3SHEjoY

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