The decades-long plot against abortion rights had many fathers, who were largely lost to history until now.
Citizens United
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How the Supreme Court Could End Super PACs—Without Overturning Citizens United
Harvard law professor Lawrence Lessig explains a promising new strategy to stop the surge of dark money in politics.
Posted inPolitics
The Next Frontier of Plutocracy
A little-noticed FEC ruling has opened the door for mega-donors to give nearly unlimited amounts of money directly to political campaigns. Elections will never be the same.
Posted inFeatured, Political Animal, Politics
A Realistic Strategy for Overturning Citizens United
Passing a constitutional amendment is hard—but far from impossible.
Posted inPolitical Animal
The GOP’s Reliance on Mega Donors Is Becoming a Liability
Republicans haven’t developed a grassroots model that survive on small donations.
Posted inPolitical Animal
Why GOP Senators Are Held Hostage to Mitch McConnell
It’s the pernicious effect of big money in politics.
Posted inPolitical Animal
Why Do the Super-Rich Stick With Trumpism?
As a class, they should welcome the opportunity to reclaim the Republican Party from Trump, but they seem to be doing the opposite.
Posted inPolitical Animal
President Obama Was Right and Justice Alito Was Wrong
As a result of Citizens United, foreign interests are pouring money into our elections.
Posted inPolitical Animal
How to Deal With Corruption in Washington
One political party is attempting to rig our system while the other has a plan to repair the damage.
Posted inPolitical Animal
Mitch McConnell Poses a Threat to Democracy
The majority leader refuses to allow the Senate to consider legislation that would protect our elections.
