Political Campaigns: Crash Course Government and Politics

The video explores the complexities of American political campaigns, focusing on their length, expense, and purpose. It explains how campaigns provide information to voters and discusses the structure and organization of campaigns, including the role of national committees. The video delves into the high costs of campaigns, the necessity of fundraising, and the impact of media. It also covers campaign finance laws, highlighting key court cases like Buckley vs. Valeo and Citizens United, which have shaped current regulations. The video concludes with a discussion on the challenges and future of political campaigns.

What factors contribute to the high expense of political campaigns?

What is the significance of the Buckley versus Valeo case in campaign finance?

How did the Citizens United versus Federal Election Commission case impact campaign donations?