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#1287 Mitch McConnell is the Forking Worst (Reposted)

Best of the Left - Leftist Perspectives on Progressive Politics, News, Culture, Economics and Democracy

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The Battle Over Campaign Finance Reform

The chapter delves into the clash between John McCain and Mitch McConnell over the McCain-Feingold campaign finance reform bill, aiming to eliminate unregulated 'soft money' in politics. McConnell's vigorous opposition to the bill, his legal challenge to its constitutionality, and strategic moves to influence campaign finance laws enforcement through sympathetic appointees are explored in detail, culminating in the Supreme Court upholding the law and solidifying McCain's victory.

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