Ever since the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2010 Citizens United decision legalized unlimited corporate campaign spending, lawmakers nationwide have increasingly shifted their focus from solving fundamental public policy problems to chasing campaign dollars. In a system where political survival demands no nstop fundraising, community needs are routinely sidelined for powerful special interests. Consequently, basic duties of governance — like maintaining safe classrooms and providing competitive salaries — are neglected while leaders prioritize corporate capital. ...read more read less