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The Influence of Wealth on Local Politics
This chapter examines the impact of prominent figures like Elon Musk on local elections, particularly in Wisconsin, highlighting the increasing partisanship in the judiciary. It discusses the staggering financial investments in the Wisconsin Supreme Court election and reflects on historical political battles in the state. The conversation also addresses the tensions between local judicial authority and national policy, alongside concerns about the rising activism of the judiciary.