2011 First Monday Film

A Question of Integrity: Politics, Ethics and the Supreme Court examines growing concerns about ethically questionable and overtly political behavior by some Supreme Court justices and explores the need the need to apply the same ethical standards that govern every other judge in the federal court system to the nation’s highest court. Viewers are called to action in support of reforms essential to preserve the integrity of our most important legal institution. (Running time: approx. 15 minutes.) » Learn more and order a copy of the film

• Influencing Public Policy in the Digital Age

  

  Alliance for Justice is excited to announce the release of our latest resource for nonprofits, Influencing Public Policy in the Digital Age: The Law of Online Lobbying and Election-related Activities.
  

  This publication was created to address the many questions nonprofit organizations have about advocacy in the new environment of dynamic digital communication. Our hope is not merely to ensure that nonprofit advocates stay within the law, but to demonstrate that robust participation in our nation's democratic process is not just possible, but actually enhanced by new technologies.

  » Click here to download our newest publication as a PDF

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  Two New Resources from AFJ

  Supporting the Social Welfare: Giving to 501(c)(4) Organizations
  This fact sheet is a guide for potential donors (both individuals and foundations) who have questions about their risks and responsibilities when donating to a (c)(4). It answers questions such as, “What can a 501(c)(4) organization do with the funds I donate?” and “Can a foundation give to a 501(c)(4)?”» Download this fact sheet here  

  Election Year Activities for 501(c)(4) Social Welfare Organizations
  This fact sheet describes the election-related activities in which (c)(4)s may engage after the Supreme Court’s ruling in Citizens United v. FEC, such as endorsing candidates for federal and state office, while highlighting potential reporting and tax obligations. » Download this fact sheet here
  

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  20 Nominations Left Behind

  AFJ Disappointed that 20 Judicial Nominations Are Left Behind as Senate Goes on Summer Vacation

  After dealing with the federal budget deficit, the United States Senate has now adjourned for the summer, apparently willing to leave the federal judge deficit largely unaddressed. Left behind in the scramble to get out of town were 20 judicial nominees awaiting final votes, all but one of whom were approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously or with only token opposition.
  » Read AFJ's full statement

   

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  Technical Assistance

  Alliance for Justice provides one-on-one technical assistance to nonprofits via phone and email. Questions range from "What IRS form do I need to elect 501(h)?" to "How can a 501(c)(3) produce and distribute a voters guide that describes the candidates?" » Request Technical Assistance