Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
In this lively and provocative book, a political science professor looks at how politics has become such a money chase, why money has become such a pernicious influence on public debate, and what can be done to redeem the corrupted system. Notes & Index.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 191-207) and index.
Table of Contents
Introduction -- The Willie Horton independent expenditure -- Issue advocacy and the Christian Action Network -- Contribution limits : George Steinbrenner and Simon Fireman -- Foreign nationals and the Democratic National Committee -- The Teamsters and the Clinton White House -- Big tobacco and the Republican National Committee -- Non-profits, foundations, and tax-exempt organizations -- Conclusion.