Petition to Deep Six the 527 Loophole
We the undersigned Americans are concerned that big donors
are using Section 527 of the IRS tax code to unfairly influence
American elections. We
call on Congress and the Federal Election Commission to:
1)
Level the playing field by making all groups that work to
influence federal elections abide by contribution limits,
just as candidates do now. The limits should be set at levels ordinary
Americans can afford, to prevent big donors from having
undue influence.
2) Take away the tax exemption
given to 527 committees that are working to influence state
and local elections, unless those committees too abide by
the same contribution limits.
3)
Require instant, on-line disclosure of contributions to
all electioneering committees and tough enforcement mechanisms
for breaking the law.
Fill out this form to sign the petition. You can also print
it out and ask your friends and neighbors to sign. We will
forward your name, city, and state to the FEC and Congress,
but will keep your e-mail confidential. You will receive a
confirmation e-mail from us to let you know we have processed
your request.
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