Forum Post: Very simple proposal: more control of private donations to political campaigns
Posted 13 years ago on Oct. 10, 2011, 9:50 a.m. EST by LearnSomeHistory
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In many countries of the world, there are very strict control and regulation over money donations to the campaigns of candidates in the elections.
The USA needs tight control of the donations to the campaigns of candidates in the months preceeding the elections.
The first thing needed is a ban on donations from companies and corporations. Only individuals should be allowed to donate money to candidates.
The second thing is: a limit to the donations by each individual. A person should not be allowed to donate more than 20 thousand dollars to a candidate's campaign.
This is a way to reduce the influence of money over politics.
http://www.facebook.com/notes/bella-cennato-wade/why-occupy-wall-street-because-if-we-dont-stop-the-corruption-of-the-body-politi/10150336413048367
My proposed demands for OWS. I really believe that we must attack only the corruption and undue influence of money on the system. IF OWS can accomplish this.. it would be the path to restoration of good governance and honest debate in this country which seeks to find real solutions over providing favor to the entitled.
LOL... I listed that as one of my recommendations to OWS. But I would limit to 20K for ALL CAMPAIGNS FOR AN ELECTION CYCLE. Otherwise, you do not remove the influence and sway of unlimited $$ from our political system
an even more simple solution is for everyone to learn how to take control of their trust funds in control of the government that are used by the Gov. and central bankers the world over, ok maybe not so simple but simpler than trying to regulate crooks who can make laws for themselves
So? Nobody sees it is a solution to reduce the influence of money over politics?
Yes, it definitely is an idea, but the amount is very iffy. Many have said that campaigns should be publicly financed, to end any kind of influence at all--and this would level the playing field. That makes the most sense, but we're not terribly bright when it comes to common sense in this country...
1% buys their represenation in government and 99% are left with the scraps. We need to take our democracy back! I too believe in changing the political process to get all of the money out! Separation of Money and State. Have faith in your fellow Americans! People are starting to see this. If you believe this too, speak out for it. More and more people will come along to fight for democracy the way it should be!
"Separation of Money and State" is a good slogan. It's like the "separation of church and state".
It's time to stop the influence of money over the government. The candidates should not be funded by corporations and the billionaires.
If you believe this too - tell 2 people, 10 people or more! Go join your local protesters on the street if you can! My sign says " I want our democracy back- ask me about it" This is how the change will happen. There are many problems in our country, but they can all be solved when the voices or the 99% are heard again!