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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Democrat here who was unsure about who she supports, Hilary or Bernie. Here's the thing. I don't agree 100% with Bernie's decisions regarding healthcare and some others. But his focus on taking money out of politics and breaking the banks is REALLY important. How can we have a functional political system when things that a majority of voters want cannot happen simply because it's money not votes or even knowledge and expertise that make decisions? If the system stays as is, who we vote for is meaningless because each person is simply a beholden to various wealthy groups.

This HAS to change. [/quote]

Spot on!

What I find really offensive is when politicians keep insisting that large contributions from special interests and lobbyists makes no difference in how they vote or what legislation they push.

When Goldman Sachs pays Hillary Clinton $600K for speeches does anyone believe it is because the content of her speeches are so profound? When foreign governments donate millions to the Clinton Global Initiative, does anyone really believe they are not looking to buy influence or favorable treatment in the future?

Is it just coincidence that Sanders and Trump - both who are not accepting funds from special interests and lobbyists - are the one who generate the most excitement and passion among their supporters and they turn out in the thousands at rallies?[/quote]

No, it would s because populists do well in times of uncertainty.  Both are making crowd pleasing promises without actual plans that support,the,.[/quote]

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