Corporations Are People, My Friend
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Money, Speech, and Politics
This chapter explores the tumultuous changes in U.S. campaign finance law following the Watergate scandal, focusing on a pivotal lawsuit that framed money as a form of protected speech. It discusses the strategic legal narratives presented by an unlikely coalition of plaintiffs and highlights the impact of key players, including Lewis Powell and the Supreme Court's landmark decision in Buckley v. Valeo. The chapter underscores the lasting implications of these developments on American democracy and political influence.
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