The Jail 1 case study is really damning proof of how this works in practice. The fact that $400k in donations lined up perfectly with a sweetheart real estate deal isn't coincidence, its a clear transactional relationship. I've seen similiar patterns play out in local zoning boards where developers who 'contribute' to campaigns suddenly get variance approvals that others can't. What makes this reporting so valuablebeyond just documenting the money flow is showing the specific regulatory powers the Secretary of State has over their business empire. Thats the quid pro quo spelled out.
The Jail 1 case study is really damning proof of how this works in practice. The fact that $400k in donations lined up perfectly with a sweetheart real estate deal isn't coincidence, its a clear transactional relationship. I've seen similiar patterns play out in local zoning boards where developers who 'contribute' to campaigns suddenly get variance approvals that others can't. What makes this reporting so valuablebeyond just documenting the money flow is showing the specific regulatory powers the Secretary of State has over their business empire. Thats the quid pro quo spelled out.
Great reporting!
I’m really excited for all the important research Lemon is doing for us.