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1986: Senate Leaders Prevent Campaign Fundraising Reform Legislation from Coming Up for Votes

The US Senate votes twice in favor of strict controls over campaign fundraising, but the leadership of both parties does not let either bill come up for a full vote. [Connecticut Network, 2006 pdf file]