Problem: WAY too much money flows through political campaigns today. BILLIONS of dollars. And if you don't have access to that kind of money, you don't get to be a representative of the public. Is it any wonder that our representatives are forever out of touch with normal people?
Short Answer: Publicly funded campaigns when you reach a signature threshold. No or very limited private fundraising for campaigns. Repeal Citizens United.
Long Answer: The insane amount of money flowing into our politics is the core of my campaign. When wealthy individuals and companies can pump money into candidates they like, they can effectively silence anyone who dissents from the opinions of the powerful. There is another level of this issue in that getting involved in politics - whether local or national - is a very opaque process. Just doing this campaign has been quite a learning experience. Did you know it only costs $100 to be a congressional candidate? Do you know how annoying it is to find that information and how to apply? Because it's a pain in the ass if you don't know where to go. Getting involved in politics shouldn't cost an arm and a leg, and it shouldn't require a campaign specialist to navigate.
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