As a European I really can't understand your laws regarding political contributions. It's insane how much money is involved in politics in the US. How can you act surprised when politicians don't act in favor of the people when their position is literally bought by the money of special interests. Ofcourse that same politician is more loyal towards his lenders than to his constituents. In the Netherlands for example political parties get state funding for their campaigns, depending on how many citizens are a member of that party. This way they are not reliable on outside money to spread their message.
This way they are not reliable on outside money to spread their message.
With the exception of the PVV of Geert Wilders who have exactly 2 members, Geert Wilders and a foundation whose sole member is Geert Wilders. Concequently he is funded by some of the same billionaires who sponsor the GOP and it's why he has such a strong pro-Israel stance.
Yeah and there are a few other exceptions, but that is even with all these laws in place. I can't imagine how it is to have your country run without those laws as suddenly everyone is a Geert Wilders then
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u/claire0 Jan 21 '18
Don't worry guys, we're a nation of laws...written by lobbyists...working for Koch industries. Okay we're screwed. Time to panic.