Some frustrated observers suggest that a return to earmarks would grease the wheels for appropriations bills
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.
Franking: Elected Officials Selling Themselves With Your Tax Dollars
Franking funds go to legislative updates, newsletters and notices about public events featuring the officeholder
VIDEO: Discussion on corporations and the American constitution
A discussion on the long and complicated history of corporations in America, starting with British East India Company
A Look at ProPublica’s Updated Illinois Money Politics Widget
“The Money Game” is ProPublica’s widget to chart contributions to candidates in the Illinois governor’s race
Citizens United Dealt Major Setback In New York Courtroom
Citizens United handed a defeat in New York where they tried to prevent charities from having to disclose donors
A look at the key players in the American gun lobby battle
The mass shooting at a Florida high school in February has reignited the long-running debate over gun laws
Activists Using Novel Tactics to Stop Gun Lobby Money Stream
Interrupting the revenue stream of politicians from certain lobbying sources could make them defy the NRA
NRA Lobby Relies on Ability to Mobilize Their Base in Elections
The National Rifle Association was thrust into the forefront of the national conversation following the mass shooting
Average Congressperson 12 Times Wealthier Than Average Citizen
With such a massive disconnect, is it even possible for them to understand the struggles of their constituents?
How US government arms purchases fund gun lobbyists
It isn’t just the military and scores of federal agencies. States, counties and local governments buy plenty of guns