Money and American Elections

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What is a key challenge for everyday citizens entering politics?

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High cost of entry

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What is the main restriction on soft money spending?

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It cannot be coordinated with political candidates

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What did the Citizens United ruling open the floodgates to?

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Big money and special interests

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What did the Citizens United ruling allow outside groups to do?

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Supply unlimited election funding

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What is the primary function of a Political Action Committee (PAC)?

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To pool campaign contributions and donate funds to campaigns

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What is dark money?

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Money spent in elections with the purpose of influencing voters and undisclosed sources

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What must a SUPER PAC not do in relation to a candidate's campaign?

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Coordinate with the campaign

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How much money can a SUPER PAC spend during election season?

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Unlimited amounts

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What does the Federal Elections Committee require from a SUPER PAC?

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To disclose direct donors

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What is the main purpose of campaign finance laws?

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To ensure fair and transparent elections