Ford Bell on Government Reform

Supports public financing of all Congressional races

Ideally we would have public financing of all Congressional races. I don't see anything else that would address the huge expense. That benefits the establishment candidates. Source: MN 2006 Senate debates - MPR interview Jan 26, 2006

Ban former members of Congress from lobbying

We need to reform the lax oversight of lobbyists. Former members of Congress should not be allowed to lobby. It demeans the dignity of our great institution. Source: MN 2006 Senate debates - MPR interview Jan 26, 2006

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