The Influence of a Few: There’s Been a Rapid Rise in the Number of Super PACs Controlled by Single Donors
Super PACS that get nearly all of their money from one donor quadrupled their share of overall fundraising in 2014.
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Libertarians Are Raking in Small Donors
For candidates like Ted Cruz, it's no longer about the single cash cow donor.
How Political Consultants Took a Texas Oilman on a Wild Ride
The head of a Texas oil dynasty joined the parade of wealthy political donors, aiming to flip the Senate to Republicans. By the time consultants were done with him, the war chest was drained and fraud allegations were flying.
The Koch Brothers’ Influence Will Go Way Beyond the 2016 Campaign
The Koch brothers are reportedly raising nearly $900 million for the 2016 presidential election. Recent research suggests this money could impact politics at every level.
Political Parties Are Networks, and You Want Them on Your Side
Even a very loose network of candidates, activists, donors, and interest groups can exert a powerful influence over elections.
Don’t Fear the Zombie Candidates
Money, even lots of it, isn't enough to win a presidential nomination if party insiders want someone else.
The 30 Top Thinkers Under 30: The Google Intern and Ph.D. Student Who Wants to Focus Only on Questions That Matter
For the month of April we're profiling the individuals who made our inaugural list of the 30 top thinkers under 30, the young men and women we predict will have a serious impact on the social, political, and economic issues we cover every day here at Pacific Standard.
What If We Just Got Rid of All the Money in Political Campaigns?
Three states have already put in place alternatives to standard fundraising practices, but what they've found might surprise you.
What to Do About Campaign Finance
Unlimited political contributions are the new reality. Once we accept that maybe we can start to figure out the complicated relationship between money and politics.
Much Ado About McCutcheon: The Continuing Erosion of Campaign Contribution Limits
The Supreme Court appears poised to overturn existing restrictions on campaign finance after hearing arguments in McCutcheon v. FEC this Tuesday. The question will likely be how deeply the justices will cut.