As a concerned citizen, I feel compelled to address an issue that has been plaguing our democracy far too long — the influence of big money in politics. At the recent 14th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision in Citizens United, it is clear that while purportedly championing free speech, it has, in reality, allowed wealthy special interests to exert an undue influence on our political landscape. The floodgates it opened to unlimited political spending have drowned out the voices of ordinary citizens, eroding the principles upon which our nation was founded.
Our founders meant democracy to be a government of the people, by the people and for the people. However, the current state of affairs allows a select few with deep pockets to disproportionately shape policies and decisions that impact us all.
It’s time for our leaders to prioritize the well-being of our democracy over the interests of wealthy donors and take decisive action to overturn Citizens United.
I encourage readers to join the call for reform, engage with their representatives and demand an end to the dominance of big money in our political system.
Together, let’s strive for a democracy that truly serves its people.
