The People Have Spoken: All Parties Want to Change Money's Role in Politics
In today’s polarized environment, it’s hard to find commonality. However, one such thread emerged this week, ahead of the American Democracy Summit.
A fresh poll, conducted jointly by American Promise and Citizen Data, revealed a compelling narrative. Regardless of whether you identify with the red of the Republicans, the blue of the Democrats, or the fervent independence of, well, the Independents, most of us converge on one major issue: the immense influence of money in our political process.
A Deep Dive into the Numbers:
An impressive 76.6% of those polled nationally are waving the green flag for a constitutional amendment. This change would empower Congress and the states with the authority to set reasonable limits on election spending.
Taking a closer look party-wise: 73% of Democrats, 72% of Republicans, and a whopping 79% of Independents are echoing the same sentiment. They believe there should be a cap on how much individuals and corporations can spend in swaying our electoral outcomes.
If those numbers didn't speak volumes already, consider this: nearly 9 in 10 Americans, encompassing all political affiliations, view the dominance of money in politics as an impending cloud over the sanctity of our democracy.
In the words of Mindy Finn, the Founder of Citizens Data, this poll paints a resonant portrait. She said, “It's a call to action for policymakers and leaders across states and the federal government to listen to the voice of the people and work towards meaningful reforms that will restore trust in our democracy."
Why Every American Should Sit Up and Take Note:
The soaring consensus on this topic doesn't just showcase a statistic; it underscores the heartbeat of our nation, urging the ratification of the "For Our Freedom" Constitutional Amendment.
Looking Forward with Hope and Determination:
Our vision at IGC and the IGC Instutute remains unshaken. We stand with the American people and continue our steadfast endeavors in pivotal states like Arizona, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and more. The magic number: 38 states. That's the goalpost to bring this constitutional amendment to life.
To all those reading, remember: our collective voice is our most potent tool. And right now, it's telling us it's time to revamp how money dances through the corridors of politics. Let's create a democracy that every citizen, regardless of their bank balance, can believe in.