McCutcheon vs. Federal Election Commission Case Debated
Capitalism underpins the greatest freedoms in the United States. The goal of earning individual profits is inherent in a free society, with personal gain acting as a motivator in a fluid class structure. As it relates to the recent decision of McCutcheon v. Federal Election Committee, the Supreme Court opted to protect the capitalistic rights of the individual, voting against the campaign finance limits set forth by the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act. The act, according to fec.gov, sought to limit campaign contributions made by individuals so as to fight corruption within the political sphere.
As the shutdown of our government continues, now on its ninth day since congress failed to pass a budget on September 1st, 2013. Eight-hundred thousand federal workers have been furloughed, and the economic repercussions are still unknown, mostly depending on how long this shutdown lasts.
With the 2022 midterm elections rapidly approaching, it is important to understand what is at stake in this election cycle. Not only do the results of the upcoming election determine who controls Congress as well as state legislatures and governor’s offices, but the outcome will also influence the playing field for the 2024 presidential campaign. […]
