Supreme Court upheld the authority of Congress to place limits on the size of campaign contributions
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.
Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Big Money Gifts to Parties
New Justice Gorsuch dissents as Supreme Court upholds ban on big money gifts to parties
Time is Now For Democrats to Take a Stand on Trump Crimes
In these Trump-times, communities need to stick together, to minimize the harm and damage that Trump, his ruling cronies, and his Republican friends (but Democrats too) can do.
A Powerhouse for US Democracy: The Brennan Center for Justice
The Brennan Center for Justice uses a multipronged approach to pursue social justice
Under Cover of Dark(ness) Money
Dark money isn’t going anywhere soon unless the SEC finally manages to hammer out a regulated crackdown and make full disclosure the law of the land. It stinks, not knowing where your money is going.
Lobbying Firms in New Fight Against Wall Street Transparency
Millions in Wall Street lobbying dollars thrown at versions of the transparency bill in recent years
Why Did the Vice President Just Start a Political Action Committee?
Vice President Mike Pence has reportedly opened a political action committee, or PAC
Pennsylvania City Wrestles With State Ethics Training Guidelines
Officials now must undergo state ethics training, but residents pushing for comprehensive ethics reform
Latest on the Libertarian Party’s Media Strategy
It is a first. Libertarian Party seeks official press secretary in bid to woo news media
Wall Street Money Seeks Moderate Democrats Against Dodd-Frank
Financial executives have at times needed the help of a group of Wall Street-friendly Democratic lawmakers