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Jimmy Carter: The U.S. Is an “Oligarchy With Unlimited Political Bribery” (theintercept.com)

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[–] beetus@lemmy.world -5 points 1 year ago (2 children)

If lobbying were illegal, that would mean all of the organizations that fight for justice lose their voices too.

Lobbying isn't bribery, it's persuasion

[–] Mudkipology@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Money ≠ speech. Now go back to bed, Mr. McConnell

[–] imPastaSyndrome@lemm.ee 4 points 1 year ago

No it just means they use their voices not money