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The ultrarich have more power in US elections than we knew

Sarah Andersen, John L. Dorman, and Jose Duran
2024-08-19T16:36:36Z
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Millions have already been raised for the 2024 presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. But where does that money come from? Here's how the ultrarich can sway an election.

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