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Money in Politics

The Campaign Finance Scandal Is What’s Legal

Between Citizens United, a toothless FEC, and $1.3 billion in dark money, reform is badly needed.

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Analysis October 6, 2026

3 Charts that Show the Need for Supreme Court Term Limits
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Analysis October 5, 2026

Chatbots Still Bad at Spotting AI-Generated Images Despite New Law
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Resource July 28, 2026

Vote Safely in 2026

In the run-up to the election, the federal government is exerting unprecedented pressure on American democracy.

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American public institutions urgently need repair and renewal.

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