The article discusses the historical influence of money on power in U.S. politics, highlighting the net worth of various presidents, notably Donald Trump. With donor spending in the 2024 election reaching nearly Trump's estimated net worth, the article stresses increasing plutocracy. It introduces American Promise, an organization advocating for a constitutional amendment to limit political campaign spending and restore democratic principles, asserting that decisions are dominated by a wealthy few, thereby undermining true freedom for the masses.
"When the decisions that affect our lives are determined by a powerful few, making rules that do not serve us, our families, our communities, or our nation—we are not free."
"The American Promise is working to bring together Americans from all political parties to pass an amendment to the U.S. Constitution to help turn the tide away from plutocracy and back to democracy."
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