Allowing Quote by Alex Gibney
“Fundamental problem in American democracy is that we are allowing congressmen and senators to be bought and sold like sneakers.”
About This Quote
Source Documentary: "The Great Hack", 2019
American democracy suffers when elected officials are treated as commodities, bought and sold like consumer goods.
In simple terms: Politicians as commodities.
Demand accountability in politics.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- voting decisions
- campaign finance reform
- public advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens reduce influence of money?
- What reforms protect democratic integrity?
Market forces can undermine public trust.