Campaign Finance Contrasts: US vs UK

This chapter explores the significant differences in campaign finance between the United States and the United Kingdom, emphasizing the stark disparity in spending levels influenced by structural, cultural, and regulatory factors. It discusses how strict spending limits in the UK contrast with the US's more lenient framework, leading to extensive use of super PACs and immense financial contributions from wealthy donors. The chapter also examines the implications of these differences on political dynamics, advertising strategies, and the influence of money on political decisions.