Ability Quote by Bernie Sanders
“I have introduced a constitutional amendment to overturn Citizens United and make it clear that the Congress and state legislatures do have the ability and the power to regulate and get corporate funding out of political campaigns.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Democratic National Convention, 2016
A constitutional amendment can restore democratic control by limiting corporate influence in politics.
In simple terms: Amendments can curb corporate political power.
Key Takeaway
Support campaign finance reform.
Themes
politics
democracy
campaign finance
Mood
determined
urgent
Type
political
activist
When to use this quote
- election campaigns
- grassroots organizing
- legislative lobbying
- public debates
Key Concepts
Constitutional law
public policy
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards ensure fair political funding?
- How can citizens pressure legislators?
A Different Perspective
Achieving consensus on amendment wording is difficult.
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