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Hurricane Marjorie

The Young Turks

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From Draining the Swamp to Filling It: A Critical Look at Political Corruption

This chapter explores the tension between the ideal of 'draining the swamp' and the reality of increasing corruption within political campaigns. It discusses how significant monetary donations have shifted the focus from eradicating corruption to an unsettling acceptance, giving powerful donors more influence over government actions.

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