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15 years after Citizens United, big money dominates politics in Pa. and beyond

Fifteen years after the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision, which allowed corporations and unions to spend unlimited amounts on political campaigns, the influence of big money in Pennsylvania politics has significantly increased. The ruling has led to a surge in spending by super PACs and dark money groups, with the 2024 election cycle seeing record-breaking expenditures. Critics argue that this influx of money has distorted the democratic process, giving wealthy donors and special interest groups disproportionate influence over elections and policy-making. In Pennsylvania, this trend is evident in both state and federal races, where candidates increasingly rely on large donations to fund their campaigns. Efforts to reform campaign finance laws have been met with resistance, leaving many to question the future of fair and equitable political representation in the state and beyond.

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[ https://www.pennlive.com/politics/2025/05/15-years-after-citizens-united-big-money-dominates-politics-in-pa-and-beyond.html ]