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Dark Money
The Hidden History of the Billionaires Behind the Rise of the Radical Right
Book • 2016
In this meticulously researched book, Jane Mayer exposes the systematic efforts of a network of extremely wealthy conservative Republicans, led by the Koch brothers, to influence American politics.
The book delves into how these billionaires have funded various organizations to shape academic institutions, think tanks, courts, statehouses, Congress, and the presidency according to their radical free-market beliefs.
Mayer highlights the opaque nature of political finance, the use of non-profit front groups to hide donors, and the significant impact of the Citizens United decision on the rise of 'dark money' in politics.
The book provides a comprehensive and historical view of the financial takeover of US politics and its social consequences.
The book delves into how these billionaires have funded various organizations to shape academic institutions, think tanks, courts, statehouses, Congress, and the presidency according to their radical free-market beliefs.
Mayer highlights the opaque nature of political finance, the use of non-profit front groups to hide donors, and the significant impact of the Citizens United decision on the rise of 'dark money' in politics.
The book provides a comprehensive and historical view of the financial takeover of US politics and its social consequences.
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Mentioned in 7 episodes
Mentioned by Jane Mayer when discussing the impact of wealthy right's actions on the perception of government.
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Is Trump’s “Shock and Awe” Transition Working?
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Josh Clark at the end of the podcast as a book written by Jane Mayer from The New Yorker about the Koch brothers.
Josh Clark at the end of the podcast as a book written by Jane Mayer from The New Yorker about the Koch brothers.
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Selects: How Dark Money Works
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Leeja Miller to provide insights into the funding and influence behind right-wing media.
Leeja Miller to provide insights into the funding and influence behind right-wing media.
How Right Wing Media Took Over America
Mentioned when discussing astroturfing in the context of right-wing political movements.
The Backlash Against MAGA Has Begun
Erwähnt von Fintan O'Toole als Buch, das die langfristige Strategie der Republikanischen Partei dokumentiert.
Irlands Aufstieg, der Brexit und Donald Trump - #1057
Mentioned by Gareth Gore when discussing the Citizens United ruling and its impact on campaign finance.
Opus Dei
Mentioned by Speaker 1 as a book providing a piece of the puzzle in understanding the right-wing network.
#1675 Fighting Nihilism to Organize For Freedom Against Fascism
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Dana R. Fisher while discussing the strategic investments made by right-leaning individuals to influence policy.
Dana R. Fisher while discussing the strategic investments made by right-leaning individuals to influence policy.
The Apocalyptic Optimist: Dana R. Fisher
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Chris Hedges as the inspiration for the films "Ohio Confidential" and "Wealth of the Wicked."
Chris Hedges as the inspiration for the films "Ohio Confidential" and "Wealth of the Wicked."
The Dark Money Game (w/ Alex Gibney) | The Chris Hedges Report
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Anand Giridharadas as a companion book that details how the political right used philanthropy and political donations to gain power.
Anand Giridharadas as a companion book that details how the political right used philanthropy and political donations to gain power.
The Revolt Against The Rich, with Anand Giridharadas and Anne McElvoy
