In the fight against super PACs and the power that Wall Street bankers, corporate lobbyists and billionaires accrue by cutting campaign checks, Public Citizen, Inc. teamed up with 12 other good government organizations to create the Fighting Big Money Agenda, a comprehensive plan to reduce the influence of money in politics and give every American a real voice in our democracy.
Though presidential candidates are quick to speak about the problem, it’s a popular platform to campaign on, after all, the time for candidates to move from problems to solutions is now, including:
Overturning Citizens United - Use a Constitutional amendment and Supreme Court nominations to overturn the Supreme Court’s disastrous decisions in cases like Citizens United and Buckley v. Valeo, allowing lawmakers to set commonsense rules and limits for campaign donations.
Real Disclosure of Who is Funding Political Ads - Use existing executive authority to require more complete disclosure of TV ad sponsors and pass new laws to let voters know who is trying to influence their vote.
Campaigns Funded by Small Donors - Amplify the voices of ordinary Americans and end the mockery of billionaire-owned elections, by creating a system of public funding for campaigns.
Tough Enforcement of Anti-Corruption Laws - Create an enforcement agency able and willing to crack down on violations of campaign finance laws.
Increased Voter Turnout – Reduce barriers to the ballot box and urge universal registration.
CLICK HERE to read the eight page (PDF) "Fighting Big Money, Empowering People: A 21st Century Democracy Agenda".
NYC Wins When Everyone Can Vote! Michael H. Drucker
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