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Columbus Campaign Finance Reform | Columbus News
Columbus City Council is poised to overhaul campaign finance rules, slashing donation limits from $16,000 to $8,000 per donor and capping in-kind contributions at twice that amount — a move aimed at leveling the playing field for future mayoral candidates. The proposal, introduced by Council President Pro Tempore Rob Dorans, targets transparency and fairness, especially after seeing big donors like incumbent council members contribute over $330,000 to colleagues. While not solely focused on the 2027 mayoral race, this reform seeks to open City Hall to more candidates — not just those with…
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