It will be interesting to see if they accept the idea that not only actual corruption in politics needs to be addressed, but the appearance of corruption as well, ensuring public confidence and all that.

The reality is that it is mainly a Republican scandal for several reasons.

The line between a bribe and a legal contribution is very thin, but it is that line that keeps you out of jail. The critical element is whether there was an understanding or agreement to take specific action in return for the money.

The idea of 'cronies' has been around for a long time, ... Every president that comes in has a lot of political appointees that they can bring in with them.

It has to be seen for what it is. This is an industry group supported by the industry to put forward the views of the pharmaceutical industry on this issue.

If the justices uphold the law, it could mean a major change in how political parties operate,

In the end, what is going to be judged is whether there is enforcement of the laws. The key is disclosure and transparency.

Indian tribes have become a political force, and they have to be looked at that way with regard to political contributions.

That's a major fight. It brings in a lot of the national security issues that the administration has been hammering. This is all the things they've been using as hot-button issues to motivate the base. But they've got a problem now.

They can speak at an event, and as long as the disclaimer is there, it seems like he (McCain) is following the law.