Lessons in campaign speech law and policy

Author: arbi

Date: August 16, 2004

by arbi
8-16-04
One of the key distinctions in this area has been between express advocacy and discussion of issues.
"Fuck George Bush",
would be protected speech under cohen v california or price v indiana
ACLU v. Heller this week suggested 318 is unconstitutional, and struck down a similar statute in nevada.
Don't "Vote for George Bush",
is express advocacy lacking a disclaimer, and violates FECA 318
Next week's exciting episode: stand by your ad.
I'm the arbitrary aardvark, and i approved this comic.