DISCLOSE Act 2012

In its ruling in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, the Supreme Court opened the floodgates for big-money special interests in our elections. And one of the effects of the ruling is that the really big money can be spent in complete secrecy. Corporations, unions and wealthy individuals can now engage in unlimited secret spending to elect or defeat candidates. This is unacceptable in a representative system.

Read the LWVTN Op Ed and FAQs.

Contact Senator Lamar Alexander and Senator Bob Corker. Ask them to support the DISCLOSE Act 2012, and let the sunshine in.

Fall Conference - Save the weekend!

Saturday, October 6,- Sunday, October 7, 2012

DuBose Conference Center - Monteagle, TN

635 College Street Monteagle, TN 37356 (931) 924-2353

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization which encourages the informed and active participation in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

The League of Women Voters does not support or oppose any political candidate or party.

Established in 1920, the League of Women Voters is a highly respected organization that researches issues from many points of view and takes action on issues affecting our families and communities. Our members are men and women who want to make a difference. For your community: * Improving the quality of education

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