Last remaining restrictions on Pennsylvania campaign donors removed in blow for fair elections
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.
Comparison of Koch Brothers and Union Political Spending
Look at past campaign donations by billionaire Koch brothers and union members who fight them
Citizens United 2? Supreme Court Rules Soon
Ruling expected on independent donor limits at Supreme Court is feared to be Citizens United 2
Koch Brother Influence Becomes Political Topic of the Day
Talking heads from TV entertainment news and columnists trade blows over Koch Brother influence
Republican Heavyweight Backs Transparency in PA Elections
Transparency in PA elections donors finds strong Republican support with bill ready to be passed
Minnesota Lawmaker’s Two Decade Battle For Lobbyist Limits
Politician launched battle for lobbyist limits 20 years ago but Citizens United now threatens all
Dangerous Lack of Pennsylvania Campaign Finance Transparency
Pennsylvania campaign finance transparency is at state where almost no information is available
Election Money Key to NJ Gun Restriction Successes
Potential increase in NJ gun restrictions reflects power of anti-gun lobbyists in suburban state
Writers Take Aim at America’s System of Legalized Corruption
A system of legalized corruption in America involves complacency of Congress and President
New IRS Rules for SuperPACs Expected Soon
Some big donors furious at latest IRS rules for SuperPACs and political spending on elections