The Power of Wealth in American Elections: A Discourse with Barry McDonald

The Fourscore Project

In this episode of "The Fourscore Project," Roger Clark continues his engaging conversation with Professor Barry McDonald from Pepperdine University, focusing on the controversial issue of money in politics. They explore the implications of the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision and its effects on campaign finance, discussing whether money should be considered speech and the challenges that arise when wealth influences political power. McDonald critiques the current legal landscape, where corporations and billionaires can disproportionately shape elections, arguing for a return to judicial modesty and the potential for public financing of campaigns. The episode delves into the broader impacts of this legal framework on democracy and the prospects for meaningful reform in the future.