The "Federal Election Commision" tracks all campaign finance activity.
"Project Vote Smart" tracks candidates across the country. Interviews are attempted, and a wealth of information is available.
The "Drudge Report" is a popular "underground" political news service.
"Common Cause" is a watchdog group reviewing the behavior of elected officials.
The "Center for Responsive Politics" tracks Candidate's fund raising acivities.
"Emily's List" is an interesting example of how a grassroots (noncommercial) group can also buy an election.

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