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By Tony Mauro
First Amendment Center legal correspondent
Renewing debate over First Amendment rights of corporations, Supreme Court heard arguments in the "Hillary movie" case, Citizens United v. FEC, Sept. 9 that could lead to a major loosening of restrictions on participation in elections by companies and unions. FULL STORY>  
 
States weigh campaign rules for the Internet age
Problems can arise when regulations call for "paid for by" disclaimers even on online search ads. 10.22.09 		 
Group must abide by Wash. campaign laws while suit proceeds
Federal judge rejects request from Family PAC, which opposes expanded legal partnerships for gay couples, for emergency suspension of campaign-finance statutes. 10.29.09
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