Master Plan Hell Or High Water
Oct 29, 2024
Dive into the tumultuous political landscape leading up to the 2024 elections, marked by corruption and corporate influence. Discover how dark money shapes our democracy, with gripping tales from the Democratic National Convention and grassroots calls for economic equality. Explore the historical context of political financing, including reflections on past reforms and potential futures. The urgent need for campaign finance reform and civic engagement resonates throughout, highlighting the clash between wealth and accountability in American politics.
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Corruption Normalized at DNC
- David Sirota attended the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, witnessing the pervasiveness of corporate sponsorships.
- He observed how the spectacle normalized the open display of wealth influence in politics, fueling feelings of loneliness and demoralization.
Election Money Buys Silence
- The 2024 election spending reveals the transactional nature of politics, where big money openly buys influence.
- Billionaire donations buy silence and policy favors instead of grassroots support, deeply corrupting democracy.
Courts Shield Corruption
- Supreme Court rulings increasingly protect corruption and make prosecutions harder.
- This judicial environment undermines accountability and legal actions against elected officials' bribery.