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Wednesday, September 13, 2006

Modbee.com | The Modesto Bee-"Nonprofits have a rightto criticize officials

Modbee.com | The Modesto Bee: "Nonprofits have a rightto criticize officials

Last Updated: September 13, 2006, 03:45:28 AM PDT

Here's a novel idea confirmed by a recent Internal Revenue Service ruling: Nonprofits have a constitutional right to criticize the actions and policies of elected officials.

Under tax laws, nonprofits are not allowed to intervene in a political campaign (by endorsing candidates, making donations to their campaigns or distributing ads in favor of particular candidates). But they are allowed to speak out on issues and criticize officeholders' policies and actions."

Wednesday, September 13, 2006

Modbee.com | The Modesto Bee-"Nonprofits have a rightto criticize officials

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