LWVCT Urges Preservation of Election Fund in Response to Unfavorable Court Ruling 8/29/09
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Email Message sent August 29, 2009 Dear Senator Williams, Senator Looney, Representative Donovan and Representative Merrill: As you know, the League of Women Voters of Connecticut was an outspoken advocate of the campaign finance reforms which passed in 2005 with your leadership and support. We believe that public financing of campaigns in Connecticut has been an outstanding success in leveling the playing field, reducing the appearance of corruption, encouraging participation in government and restoring citizens’ confidence in our elections. Despite Judge Stefan Underhill’s recent decision enjoining the operation of the Citizens’ Election Program, the League remains deeply committed to public financing of campaigns and to the program itself. In these tough economic times, we need a governor and a legislature that listens to the people, not the industries and special interests that contribute the most money. Please do not use Judge Underhill’s decision as an excuse to make further cuts in the funding of the Citizens’ Election Program. The League stands willing and able to work with you to develop any changes in eligibility requirements necessary to ensure the continuation of the program. It is imperative that we continue to provide adequate funding for the Citizens’ Election Program. Please say NO to any budget proposal that fails to preserve the program. In 2005, your support was critical to the passage of Connecticut’s historic campaign finance reform law. We trust that the League, the SEEC and the people of Connecticut can continue to count on your support for this vital program in the days ahead. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Christine S. Horrigan LWVCT Government Director
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