Understanding PACs and Super PACs

What is the maximum amount an individual can contribute to a political campaign under the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971?

• $1,000

• $5,000

• $2,800

• $10,000

Which organization formed the first Political Action Committee (PAC) in 1944?

• National Rifle Association

• Congress of Industrial Organizations

• American Federation of Labor

• United States Chamber of Commerce

What was the significance of the Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission ruling in 2010?

• It increased the individual contribution limit to $5,000.

• It banned Super PACs from operating.

• It allowed corporations and unions to directly finance political campaigns.

• It limited the amount of money PACs could raise.

How much can a PAC donate to a candidate or candidate committee per election?

• $10,000

• $2,500

• $1,000

• $5,000

What is a key difference between PACs and Super PACs?

• Super PACs are limited to $5,000 per donor, while PACs are not.

• PACs are not allowed to advertise, while Super PACs can.

• Super PACs have a donation limit, while PACs do not.

• PACs can donate directly to candidates, while Super PACs cannot.