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Money Floods Elections, Voices Drowned | Burlington News
Record $1.9 billion poured into federal elections this year—mostly from anonymous donors—fueling a money-driven political system that’s drowning out everyday voters. Supreme Court rulings have unleashed a flood of cash from individuals, corporations, and even foreign entities, leaving only 17% of Americans feeling heard. Maine’s voters overwhelmingly rejected foreign money, only to have it blocked by courts. Yet hope flickers: Vermont led the charge for campaign finance reform, and now 22 states are joining the fight to reclaim democracy from the flood of cash. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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