The makers of an opioid tied to 400,000 deaths had special access to the attorneys general that chose to take their “sweetheart deal” — saving the owners of the company from admitting wrongdoing — thanks to a pay-for-play group called the Republican Attorneys General Association.
ALEC Fails to Denounce Dangerous and Racist Views of Its Leaders and Members
White nationalist statements and ties draw fire from many within GOP, but not ALEC.
Everything Is Bigger in Texas, Including ALEC’s Influence
Texas tops chart for number of ALEC legislators, with 59 politicians tied to corporate bill mill, the local delegation might be the largest delegation at this week’s meeting.
Right-Wing Network Fights Proposed Wisconsin Minimum Wage Hike
“Infrastructure” built by Bradley Foundation gives GOP legislators the ammunition they need to fight a raise for Wisconsin’s working poor.
Franklin’s Right-Wing Watchdog.org Rebrands as The Center Square
The Center Square purports to be a service to states without a partisan agenda, but it is actually a new coat of paint on the Bradley-backed Watchdog.org that was central to the infrastructure promoting conservative ideas often unbeknownst to its audiences.
Trump Appoints Stephen Moore, ALEC’s Favorite Economist, to Fed
Stephen Moore, Trump’s most recent appointment to the Federal Reserve Board, has served as the American Legislative Exchange Council’s leading voice for austerity and anti-labor policies for over a decade.
Enbridge Pipeline Expansion Debated in Wisconsin Supreme Court
A secret late-night budget amendment to overturn Dane County’s requirement for increased pipeline insurance central to case.
Wisconsin GOP’s Lame-Duck Power Grab Ruled Unconstitutional
Judge strikes down three bills, curtailing the authority of Governor Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul, and 82 appointments.
Michigan GOP Defies Voters, Rams ALEC, Koch Priorities Through Lame-Duck Session
Unconstitutional voter restrictions, lower wages, less health care, donor secrecy, and union-busting add up to an agenda only the Koch brothers would love.
Exxon Faces Consequences for Climate Denial
A New York state lawsuit charges Exxon with orchestrating a misinformation campaign on climate change. ALEC and RAGA helped.