Bush and 527's

[BehindTheCurtain]

I was just curious if anyone's thought that Bush is going to use his war on 527's to shut down Moveon.org. It would fit their wannabe Machivelli profile to go after 527's in general, and ensure that Moveon.org's pesky, truthful ads get neutralized before they do anymore damage.

Anyone have any thoughts on this?

[Virginian]

1. I posted this on another thread...

Have you wondered what the difference is between MoveOn and Swift Boat Veterans for Bush? Bush wants to get rid of all ads from 527 groups. Does he really want what he is asking for? It is already illegal for a 527 organization to engage in partisian politics.
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This was taken off the Moveon website. It explains which tax category the three different parts of MoveOn fall under. The MoveOn TV ads about Bush are from MoveOn PAC which is not a 527 organization.

"The MoveOn family of organizations consists of three entities. MoveOn.org, a 501(c)(4) organization, primarily focuses on education and advocacy on important national issues. MoveOn PAC, a federal PAC, primarily helps members elect candidates who reflect our values. And MoveOn.org Voter Fund, a 527 organization, primarily educates voters on the positions, records, views, and qualifications of candidates for public office. "

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This is from the Swift Boat Veterans website.

"Swift Boat Veterans for Truth is a tax exempt non-partisan public advocacy "527" organization that consists of and is limited to former military officers and enlisted men who served in Vietnam on U.S. Navy "Swift Boats" or in affiliated commands.

Swift Boat Veterans for Truth is separate and distinct from the Swift Boat Sailors Association, though there are many individuals who are members of both organizations.

Swiftvets.com contains information about the mission and activities of Swift Boat Veterans for Truth. "

The Website Swiftvets.com contains the current negative ad, the text to the negative ad and a link back to the contributions page.

[murielm99]

2. So, * is basically too stupid to realize that shutting

down 527s will not affect the part of MoveOn that provides the commericals.

[librechik]

3. no, it's just a blatant example of his lying and attempts to distract

while no entity should be allowed to slander, the 527s are protected by the first amendment.(which of course the Xrub is contemptuous of) It's just more ignorance and destruction from Shrimpco.