Sanders calls for ending Citizens United and super PACs
Bernie SandersU.S. senator
Sanders links his proposed contribution cap to reversing Citizens United and pursuing public financing.
“If we’re going to create a government that works for all, and not just the 1%, we have to end Citizens United, get super PACs out of elections, and move to public financing of elections.”
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Citizens United: Corporate election spending and free speech
The Supreme Court protected corporate and union independent election spending in Citizens United. Defenders say the ruling protects political speech and association. Critics say it gives wealthy interests excessive influence and undermines democratic accountability.
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The proposed bill would cap individual contributions to super PACs at $5,000.
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He criticizes billionaire election spending.
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He endorses the proposed bill.
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He rejects the ruling's role in political spending.
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The Dispute Index. "Sanders calls for ending Citizens United and super PACs". First published: 2026-10-31. Last updated: 2026-10-31. https://disputeindex.com/events/7597-sanders-links-his-proposed-contribution-cap-to-reversing