End Citizens United with Tiffany Muller

In this episode of Beyond the Campaign, Michelle Glogovac sits down with Tiffany Muller of End Citizens United to examine the growing influence of money in American politics and what it means for the future of our democracy.Tiffany breaks down the impact of dark money in elections, the history and consequences of the Citizens United Supreme Court decision, and how unlimited political spending has transformed campaign finance. She also discusses efforts to increase campaign finance transparency, advance meaningful political finance reform, and reduce the influence of wealthy donors and special interests on elections and public policy.Most importantly, Tiffany explains what ordinary Americans can do to help restore integrity to the political system—from voter engagement and grassroots activism to holding elected officials accountable.If you’ve ever wondered how money shapes elections, where dark money comes from, or what citizens can do to create a more transparent and accountable democracy, this episode of Beyond the Campaign is for you.What We're Talking About...The influence of money in American politics and the impact of campaign finance on electionsThe history, origins, and lasting impact of the Citizens United Supreme Court decisionWhat dark money is and how it influences political campaigns and electionsCampaign finance reform, political transparency, and efforts to reduce the influence of money in politicsThe importance of voter engagement, grassroots activism, and citizen participation in strengthening democracy Chapters00:00 Introduction to the episode and guest Tiffany Muller01:27 Who is Tiffany Muller and what is End Citizens United?02:12 The mission to get money out of politics03:28 Public opinion on corruption and campaign finance issues04:40 What is Citizens United and its origins06:04 How Citizens United changed campaign finance laws07:44 Where does the money go in politics?09:12 The role of super PACs and dark money11:03 The impact of dark money on elections12:28 The issue of stock trading and insider information in Congress14:22 Foreign influence and corruption in politics16:26 Recent Supreme Court rulings and their effects19:21 How big money influences political campaigns21:16 Strategies for fighting back against money in politics24:30 What can ordinary Americans do to create change?33:38 The power of voter engagement and grassroots activism35:22 Closing thoughts and call to actionLinks MentionedEnd Citizens United: http://www.endcitizensunited.org