Slate Daily Feed What Next | Will Elon Musk Buy Another Election?
Mar 31, 2025
In this engaging discussion, John Nichols, an expert on Wisconsin politics and media, unpacks the jaw-dropping $100 million funding in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race. He highlights Elon Musk's staggering $19.3 million contribution, raising ethical questions about money's influence in nonpartisan elections. Nichols also addresses the importance of this pivotal battleground state, where the outcomes could redefine crucial issues like voting rights and abortion laws. Listeners will find a compelling analysis of how wealth impacts democracy and the shifting political landscape.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Elon Musk's Unprecedented Influence on Wisconsin's Supreme Court Race
01:45 • 4min
Elon Musk's Influence on American Politics
05:24 • 2min
Wisconsin's Political Crossroads
07:47 • 11min
Influence and Elections in Wisconsin
19:08 • 4min
Money and Politics: The Musk Effect
22:53 • 8min