Massive amounts were spent by the candidates and independent spenders in the races that decided the 2018 midterms which was rewarded with victory.
Money Politics articles on Democracy Chronicles
This Money Politics section includes news about the efforts to reduce the influence of money over the election system that has grown substantially since the Citizens United ruling. Also see our entire section on Money Politics or our articles on Political Lobbying.
What is Hope for Anti-Corruption Legislation in 2018 Congress?
Newly elected members of the House of Representatives must be committed to fighting corruption and fixing the democratic process as top priorities.
Oil Lobby Spent Fortune to Stop Block Washington Carbon Fee
The oil industry spent more than $30 million dollars, a record in Washington, to mislead voters according to the Union of Concerned Scientists.
Why Tech and Health Care Led US Stock Surge After Election
Stocks rallied Wednesday as investors were relieved to see that the U.S. the midterm elections went largely as they expected they would.
Public Social Media Databases Reveal New Political Ad Tactics
Public databases that shine a light on online political ads; launched by Facebook and Google before Tuesday’s US elections which shows insights of campaign.
Green Party Responds To Fake Super-PAC Mailers
Our campaign does not accept any PAC, Super-PAC, or corporate contributions. The Green Party itself does not accept any corporate contributions.
Nation’s Costliest Election Means Non-Stop Ads And Robocalls
Los Angeles has nations costliest election meaning non stop ads and robocalls that forced candidates to block calls and even divert calls to the thrash.
Massachusetts Could Lead Way to Overturning Citizens United
Massachusetts could give an important boost to a movement seeking to amend the U.S. Constitution to restore some limits on corporations’ political spending.
56 Mega-Donors Send at Least Half Billion to Super PACs
Fifty six rich election donors have poured at least $2 million each into super PAC groups this election season, setting a record for any midterm election.
How Big Money Is Preventing Healthy Politics And How To Fix It
One major issue inhibiting healthy politics in America is big money. Corporations use money to influence lawmakers to enact laws in their favour. Getting money out of politics is the way out.