The teachers unions have also pointed to wealthy backers of charter schools who have contributed heavily to the governor's re-election campaign. (nystateofpolitics.com)
Previously only loans that were not charged interest were made public, but this led to fears that parties were using this rule to hide wealthy backers. (politics.co.uk)
The Empire State Pride Agenda, meanhile, released a statement saying that it will continue to back candidates friendly to their cause (all three lawmakers running for re-election have benefitted from wealthy backers of same - sex marriage). (nystateofpolitics.com)