In 2010, the U.S. Supreme Court eliminated limits on political spending by outside groups, such as corporations and labor unions, calling it a protected form of free speech that encouraged more participation in the political process. Critics say the move gave the wealthy more power and influence over politics. One analyst says the U.S. is no longer a democracy, but a country controlled by and working for the privileged few.
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