Campaign Disclosure Bill Stalled ...
Why Protect the Identity Of Out of State Wealthy Contributors?
In West Virginia there is a long standing tradition of openness and honesty that is being challenged today by wealthy outside interests under the guise of individual freedom.
Why would anyone object to disclosing their name as a contributor to any public policy issue campaign or supporting the election or defeat of any candidate if the campaign is honest and within the guidelines of our election laws?
The Governor, a majority of the legislature, the Council of Churches, Citizens Action Group and the West Virginia AFL-CIO all support passage of HB 219 and are working together to ensure that citizens have all information needed to make informed decisions on Election Day by requiring full disclosure by both in-state and out-of-state groups who would rather hide behind their special interest money.
Gary Zuckett, Executive Director, WV Citizen Action Group stated, "Voters have a right to know who is trying to influence elections in West Virginia."
Kenny Perdue, President, WV AFL-CIO agrees that, "HB 219 will raise the cloak of darkness and expose wealthy outside contributors who want to influence elections and public policy in our great state of West Virginia."
Full disclosure is important. For the sake of the kids, and all.
