Political Donations

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Swedish Politician Elected to Parliament on Bitcoin-Only Donations
Mathias Sundin has become a member of Sweden's parliament after funding his election campaign solely in bitcoin.
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Politician Keen for Vancouver Citizens to Pay Taxes in Bitcoin
A Vancouver politician says the city should allow residents to pay their taxes, fines and fees using bitcoin.
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Louisiana State Republican Party Now Accepts Bitcoin
The Republican Party of Louisiana is now accepting contributions in bitcoin via its official website.
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California Lawyer is Latest Congressional Candidate to Accept Bitcoin
Christina Gagnier, a Californian tech lawyer and business owner, is the latest congressional candidate to accept bitcoin donations.
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Congressional Candidate to Fund Campaign Entirely With Bitcoin
A candidate running for Congress in Missouri is going to fund his campaign entirely on bitcoin.
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Jared Polis: I Will Protect Bitcoin in US Congress
CoinDesk speaks to US congressman Jared Polis about his support for bitcoin and its regulatory future.
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Meet the US Politicians Who Are Embracing Bitcoin
CoinDesk provides an overview of the US politicians who are increasing awareness of digital currency.
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Romanian Presidential Candidate Accepts Bitcoin Donations
Romanian lawmaker Remus Cernea has announced that he will be accepting bitcoin donations during his run for presidency.
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FEC proposes rule allowing political campaigns to receive bitcoin donations
The US Federal Elections Commission is proposing a measure that would allow election campaigns to accept bitcoin donations.
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Feds asked if political campaigners can accept bitcoin donations
The Federal Election Commission in the US has been asked whether bitcoin donations can be used in political campaigns.
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