Without the proper media coverage, campaign donations can be a complex labyrinth of dark money, super PACs, and FEC filings.
American Corruption articles on Democracy Chronicles
American corruption here involves more blatant uses of money politics to corrode democracy. Forms of corruption obviously vary, but include government related bribery, extortion, cronyism, and embezzlement. Also see our sections on American democracy and Money Politics or our articles on Worldwide Corruption.
Churches Are Breaking the Law by Endorsing in Elections
Churches fretted over losing their tax-exempt status for even unintentional missteps. But the IRS has abdicated its enforcement responsibilities.
NY Dems Send Voters Pre-Filled Absentee Ballot Applications
Democrats in New York State claim that this procedure can boost voter turnout. Republicans in the state instead see “dirty tricks.”
US Political Dynasties Are In Decline
Political dynasties dominated US politics for several decades. However, it appears that their sway and influence have begun to wane.
Inside The Right’s Historic Billion-Dollar Dark Money Transfer
A dark money group led by Trump judicial adviser Leonard Leo, sponsored by mogul, Barre Seid, helped abolish federal abortion rights.
Here At The Crossroads, To Lead Or Be Led
We will only have a chance to save our imperiled democracy if we work to reverse discriminatory laws like Citizens United.
Conspiracy-Promoting Sheriffs Claim Vast Election Authority
A Sheriff in Johnson Hayden, which includes suburbs of Kansas City, has opened an inquiry into fictitious election fraud in the county.
Colorado Guilty Plea A First For US Election Task Force
After the 2020 vote election workers came under attack. A Nebraska man has admitted plotting to kill top Colorado election officials.
America’s billionaire class is funding anti-democratic forces
Today’s billionaire class is promoting a radically anti-democratic agenda, supporting Trump’s claim that the 2020 election was rigged.
Dark Money Gets Darker With Less Disclosure In The 2022 Elections
There is a need to enforce more stringent rules on the disclosure if the problem of dark money will be addressed. In stark contrast to this ideal, however, dark money is getting darker with less disclosure in the 2022 midterms. This article by Anna Massoglia is published by Open Secrets. Here is an excerpt: Dark […]