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Oligarchy in the USA

Slate Money

CHAPTER

The Rise of Oligarchy in American Politics

This chapter explores the concept of oligarchy in the United States, tracing its roots and examining how wealth shapes political power. It highlights the implications of campaign finance laws and the influence of billionaires on government decisions, particularly following the Supreme Court's Citizens United ruling. The discussion also addresses the concentration of power among the affluent and the challenges this poses to democracy, raising concerns about the U.S. potentially evolving into a true oligarchy.

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