- United States
- Wash.
- Letter
The disproportionate influence of wealthy individuals and corporations over elections is deeply concerning and undermines the core principles of democracy. Citizens United has allowed an influx of money from billionaires and special interests to distort the political process, drowning out the voices of ordinary Americans. This amendment seeks to restore power to the people by permitting reasonable limits on campaign contributions and spending. A political system beholden to the highest bidder breeds cynicism, alienates citizens, and jeopardizes faith in government. We must reclaim our democracy from the grip of the wealthy few and create a more equitable system that truly represents the will of the people, not the privileged interests of the elite class. Overturning Citizens United through this constitutional amendment is a crucial step towards achieving a government of, by, and for the people.