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Understanding the Proposed IRS Settlement Regarding the Johnson Amendment and Churches’ Political Speech Rights

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To settle a case challenging the Johnson Amendment, the IRS has proposed to allow at least two churches to endorse candidates from the pulpit. This proposal has received widespread attention, but many questions remain...more

Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A.

Minnesota Federal Judge Permanently Enjoins Enforcement of Minnesota's 2023 Foreign Influence Campaign Finance Statute

This morning Judge Eric Tostrud in the District of Minnesota issued an order in the case captioned Minnesota Chamber of Commerce v. John Choi, et al permanently enjoining certain provisions found in Minnesota Statute 211B.15...more

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Employer’s Cheat Sheet for Election Season

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Here’s a handy cheat sheet that summarizes some key points from our Essential FAQs for the 2024 Election Season. Make sure to check out the full series of FAQs to understand your rights and responsibilities....more

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Navigating Pre- and Post-Election Tensions in the Workplace, Part I: A Guide for Employers

Every four years, a U.S. presidential election brings voters to an intersection where they decide whether to turn right or left. Halting at these intersections often brings heightened tension and polarizing discourse within...more

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Calm Waters Run Deep: 10 Action Items to Help Your School Face the Rising Tide of Political Discourse

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Yes, we are still talking about this. Despite facing what feels like a rising tide of political discourse in our communities for years, we continue to hear concerns about how schools can balance fostering academic freedom,...more

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck

Midterms State of Play, Nov. 4, 2022

Less than a week out from Election Day, Republicans appear to be in the driver’s seat, leading or narrowing deficits in many key House and Senate races. At present, FiveThirtyEight projects Republicans have an 85% chance to...more

Amundsen Davis LLC

Defamation or Permitted Political Speech: Illinois Courts Weigh in on Negative Campaign Ads

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Each election season, political campaigns volley focus-group-tested attacks against opponents hoping something will stick. These political advertisements however, often lead to legal disputes....more

Jackson Walker

Candidate’s Guide to Election Free Speech, Campaign Ads, and Social Media

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With the 2022 midterm elections around the corner and the 2024 presidential election less than two years away, candidates from all parties are intensifying efforts to reach voters through the media and, in more recent cycles,...more

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UK HR Two-Minute Monthly: Discrimination for philosophical belief, extensive anonymity orders, dismissals for political views and...

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Our September update includes new case law on the controversial area of gender-critical/trans beliefs, a far-reaching anonymity order made by the EAT, dismissals for political beliefs/activities and a news roundup on ACAS...more

Venable LLP

Time to Rock the Vote? How Institutions of Higher Education Should Prepare for Supercharged Midterm Elections

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It is no stretch to suggest that the upcoming midterm elections will be a hotbed of political activity across all spectrums. Each election cycle presents exciting opportunities for institutions of higher education (IHEs) and...more

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It’s Not Personal, Just Politics: Understanding the Role of Defamation Law in Political Campaigns

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With the never-ending political cycle rolling from one election quickly to the next, the political ads appear here to stay. For those individuals still experiencing the wake of political attack ads, it is possible that...more

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Political Season is Upon Us: Guidance for Navigating Political Sign Display in Community Associations

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With Presidential, Senate, and House elections less than thirty days away, political signs are popping up in yards everywhere. Many community associations have restrictions in their governing documents prohibiting or...more

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Let’s Talk Politics: A 5-Step Survival Guide For Dealerships During The 2020 Election Season

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This year has brought unprecedented challenges for dealerships across the country. To top it off, the country will close 2020 with a highly contested presidential election. As a result, this presidential election cycle will...more

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Compliance Notes – Vol. 1, Issue 20

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Welcome to Compliance Notes from Nossaman’s Government Relations & Regulation Group – a periodic digest of the headlines, statutory and regulatory changes, and court cases involving campaign finance, lobbying compliance,...more

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Compliance Notes – Vol. 1, Issue 7

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Welcome to Volume 1, Issue 7 of Compliance Notes from Nossaman’s Government Relations & Regulation Group – a periodic digest of the headlines, statutory and regulatory changes, and court cases involving campaign finance,...more

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