SR: Another Black Eye For Idaho

Another year, another black eye for Idaho when it comes to a simple, commonplace requirement that lawmakers disclose general information about their finances so citizens can weigh possible conflicts of interest. According to the Center for Public Integrity’s annual assessment, the Gem State is dead last again. Now, the state didn’t do any worse than it did in previous years, but that would be impossible when your score is stuck on zero. The state shares the accountability basement with Vermont and Michigan. Meanwhile, Washington is one of the first-place states, tied with Louisiana/ SR Editorial Board . More here .

Question: How much attention do you pay to donors on financial disclosure statements filed by candidates?