What Philanthropic Dollars Can Buy in America’s Court System

What Philanthropic Dollars Can Buy in America’s Court System
Funders have helped orchestrate yet another hugely important lawsuit that's come before the U.S. Supreme Court. It's more evidence of how “charitable” giving can be a powerful weapon in policy combat.
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The Other Money in Politics: How Philanthropic Dollars Shape Elections

The Other Money in Politics: How Philanthropic Dollars Shape Elections
If we want to have a full and honest conversation about money in politics, we have to talk about the range of ways that supposedly nonpartisan foundations affect what happens at the polls.
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Inside the Madison Initiative: Here's How Hewlett Is Taking on Polarization

Inside the Madison Initiative: Here's How Hewlett Is Taking on Polarization
A few weeks ago, we ran a critique of Hewlett's new $50 million bid to rescue American democracy from the "mischief of faction." Now let's focus on what really matters: Who's getting the money, and why?
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