The Governor's
Blue-Ribbon Commission
on Campaign Finance Reform
On November 20th, 1996, Wisconsin governor Tommy Thompson appointed a bi-partisan
Commission on Campaign Finance Reform. The Governor's
Proclamation charged the Blue Ribbon Commission with making a "fundamental
reexamination" of the state's campaign finance laws and recommending changes to
strengthen Wisconsin's tradition of clean and effective government. The Commission has
until May 1, 1997 to report its finding and recommendations.
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The La Follette Institute
Created in 1984 by the Wisconsin Legislature, the La Follette Institute
at the University of Wisconsin-Madison carries out a multifaceted mission of instruction,
research, and outreach. The institute encourages and supports public policy related
research in a wide range of areas--including education, health care, economic development,
social and welfare policy, and regulatory policy. More about the La Follette Institute
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