AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Beware the Influence of Money in Politics
Political campaign spending has dramatically increased from $300 million in 2000 to an anticipated $10 billion, highlighting a significant shift in the financing of elections. Recent fundraising efforts, such as those by Harris, have brought in hundreds of millions, indicating a reliance on both small and large donors. The ruling of Citizens United has made previously dangerous financial influences in politics, now legal, a critical concern. This underscores the need for vigilance and awareness of the implications of such financial backing in political dynamics.