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Disrupting Political Campaigns - Shifting Influence from the Money to the Many

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore a thought-provoking panel discussion on the potential for disrupting political campaigns and shifting influence from wealthy donors to everyday constituents. Delve into the challenges of modern campaign financing and its impact on democratic representation. Discover how emerging technologies and innovative campaign practices could empower people over financial interests. Learn about the role of the Internet as a dominant political medium and its implications for future elections. Examine the perspectives of experts on topics such as independent influence, inequality in the economy, organizing tools, and the future of voting. Gain insights into the opportunities for disruption in political campaigns and the potential for increasing voter turnout. Consider the balance between financial power and people power in shaping electoral outcomes and policy decisions.

Syllabus

Intro
Independent Influence
The Playbook
How Can We Help
The Panel
Money Buys Policy
Inequality in the Economy
The Deficit
Technology and Politics
Money Mattering Less
Organizing Tools
Most Promising Tools
The Opportunity for Disruption
The Future of Voting
Audience Questions
Whats Next
Strict Incentives
Voter Turnout


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The Aspen Institute

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