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Megadonor Harlan Crow Ramped Up Political Spending After Meeting Clarence Thomas
Crow and his wife publicly contributed $14.7 million to political causes over the past three decades.
GOP Donor Funding Thomas Also Funded Conservative Democrats’ 2021 Revolt
Crow maxed out giving to nearly every member of the House group, the Unbreakable Nine, that killed Democrats’ 2021 bill.
“Corporations Are Not People”: Jayapal Files Bill to Reverse “Citizens United”
The proposal specifies that corporations do not have the same constitutional rights as individuals.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Has Major Ramifications for 2024 Election
The outcome of the race could determine the future of voting laws and redistricting, says reporter Ari Berman.
Pro-Israel Lobby Doesn’t Deserve Exemption From Criticism of Money in Politics
Making pro-Israel lobby contributions off-limits to scrutiny only serves the agenda of apologists for Israeli apartheid.
Inside the Private Conservative Group That Promises to “Crush Liberal Dominance”
Leonard Leo's little-known far right Teneo Network aims to influence all aspects of American politics and culture.
Chicago Picks Progressive to Take On School Privatizer in Mayoral Runoff
Brandon Johnson’s grassroots campaign centers on expanding resources for Chicago's public schools and taxing the rich.
GOP-Controlled Statehouses Are Lurching Right Due to Unfettered Corporate Money
Corporate spending unleashed by “Citizens United” is to blame for the stampede to the far right in state governments.
Minnesota Democrats Pass Expansive Voting Rights Bill in Committee
The Democracy for the People Act would also require disclosure of dark money contributions in state races.
Bernie Sanders Urges DNC to Stop Allowing Super PAC Spending in Primaries
“Let's be clear: the disastrous Citizens United Supreme Court decision is undermining American democracy,” he wrote.