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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>  
 
Wis. lawmakers revamp public financing for high court elections
Governor has said he will sign bill, which supporters say would give candidates new revenue, reduce fears that special-interest groups control justices through donations. 11.08.09
 
FEC, Mich. law firm settle campaign-finance probe
Geoffrey Fieger's firm agrees to pay $131,000 to resolve investigation into contributions to former Sen. John Edwards' 2004 presidential campaign. 11.20.09
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