Tag Archives: U.S. Rep. James Clyburn

Millions Spent by S.C. Municipalities on Federal Lobbyists

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Rick Brundrett

Since 2003, at least 21 counties and local municipalities in South Carolina collectively have spent about $5.5 million on federal lobbyists, according to federal lobbying records reviewed by The Nerve. From the Great Recession years forward, federal lobbyists have been … Continue reading →

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Lobbyist-Relative of S.C. Congressman Paid Well by Charleston

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Rick Brundrett

A lobbying firm run by a cousin of Congressman James Clyburn has been paid $285,250, directly or indirectly, since 2006 by the city of Charleston to push Congress for federal dollars for The Holy City, a review by The Nerve … Continue reading →

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