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    The US Supreme Court: Free Speech and Money in Politics

    The US Supreme Court has taken the limits off campaign spending by corporations and unions. Has that liberated a major cause of corruption? Critics say public policy is for sale in Congress, and that unlimited special-interest spending will make things worse for both Liberals and Conservatives.

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    The US Supreme Court has taken the limits off campaign spending by corporations and unions. Has that liberated a major cause of corruption? Critics say public policy is for sale in Congress, and that unlimited special-interest spending will make things worse for both Liberals and Conservatives. Defenders say corporations and unions have rights of free speech, like people. Does that mean they can run for office? One corporation has already declared its candidacy. We talk about issues at the heart of Americans' declining confidence in their government.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Julia Flucht

      Producer, 'To the Point'

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Lawrence Lessig

      Harvard Law School

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      Steve Hoersting

      Vice President, Center for Competitive Politics

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      Eric Hensal

      'Designated Human,' Murry Hill Inc for Congress campaign

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    2 of 3
    The US Supreme Court: Free Speech and Money in Politics
    1. 0:00Down to the Wire on the Healthcare Bill
    2. 7:47The US Supreme Court: Free Speech and Money in PoliticsYou’re reading this
    3. 44:47Growing Pedophile Scandal Rocks Catholic Church in Europe
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