Impact of Citizens United on Campaign Finance

Hard Unit 5: Political Participation Campaign Finance

In the context of recent Supreme Court decisions impacting campaign finance regulations, define the significance of the Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission ruling of 2010. Consider how this decision has influenced the dynamics of political contributions and spending, especially with regard to independent expenditure groups.

It established stricter limits on individual campaign contributions.

It allowed corporations and unions to spend unlimited funds on independent political advertisements.

It mandated the disclosure of all political donations over $10.

It restricted the amount of money candidates could raise from PACs.

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