Joe Kennedy Talked Tough About the Opioid Crisis, But Gives Pharma Firms a Pass
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Lee Fang
Lee Fang is a journalist with a longstanding interest in how public policy is influenced by organized interest groups and money. He was the first to uncover and detail the role of the billionaire Koch brothers in financing the tea party movement. His interviews and research on the Koch brothers have been featured on HBO's "The Newsroom," the documentaries "Merchants of Doubt" and "Citizen Koch," as well as in multiple media outlets. He was an investigative blogger for ThinkProgress from 2009 to 2011, and then a fellow at the Investigative Fund of the Nation Institute and contributing writer for The Nation.
In 2012, he co-founded RepublicReport.org, a blog to cover political corruption that syndicates content with TheNation.com, Salon, National Memo, BillMoyers.com, TruthOut, and other media outlets. His work has been published by VICE, The Baffler, the Boston Globe, the San Francisco Chronicle, The Progressive, NPR, In These Times, and the Huffington Post. His first book, "The Machine: A Field Guide to the Resurgent Right," published by the New Press, explores how the conservative right rebuilt the Republican Party and its political clout in the aftermath of Barack Obama's 2008 election victory. He is based in San Francisco.
In 2012, he co-founded RepublicReport.org, a blog to cover political corruption that syndicates content with TheNation.com, Salon, National Memo, BillMoyers.com, TruthOut, and other media outlets. His work has been published by VICE, The Baffler, the Boston Globe, the San Francisco Chronicle, The Progressive, NPR, In These Times, and the Huffington Post. His first book, "The Machine: A Field Guide to the Resurgent Right," published by the New Press, explores how the conservative right rebuilt the Republican Party and its political clout in the aftermath of Barack Obama's 2008 election victory. He is based in San Francisco.
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Candidates Who Signed Up to Battle Donald Trump Must Get Past the Democratic Party First
In district after district, the Democratic Party machinery is throwing its weight behind congressional candidates who are out of step with the national mood.
GOP Candidate for Pennsylvania Special Election Is a Former Abu Ghraib Interrogation Consultant
Over the years, drawing upon his experience in Iraq, Rick Saccone has promoted waterboarding, stress positions, and sleep deprivation.
Fracking Lobbyists Plan to Spend Big at Trump Hotel
The fracking lobby will host its annual "Congressional Call-Up" event at the Trump International Hotel in March.
"Game On": K Street Salivating Over Next Step in Tax Fight
Tax reform isn't over. Regulations and "technical corrections" could mean more tax giveaways.
Metadata Shows Bermuda Lobbyist Had Hand in Think Tank Letter Supporting Bermuda Loophole
The House and Senate disagree on whether to close a Bermuda loophole. Insurance companies have the right people in place in the House.
Tax Bill Will Lead to More Automation, Executives Boast to Wall Street Investors
The Republican tax plan subsidizes companies that want to invest in automation.
Fearing 2018 Democratic Wave, Right-Wing Lobbyists Are Mobilizing Against a $15 Minimum Wage Push
A lobbyist famous for underhanded campaigns is raising money from industry groups.
Lobbyists Bring Holiday Cheer to Lawmakers and Congressional Staff With Glitzy Parties
’Tis the season for influence-peddling. Ethics rules allow lavish lobbyist holiday parties for Congress.
White House Press Secretary Issues Bizarre Non-Denial of Private Spy Network Plans, While White House Official Confirms It
"Did some random person off the street come in and say something? I don't know," said White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders.