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I think this group will appreciate this guy's analysis.

"James D'Angelo (Winner 2014 MIT Climate CoLab, ex-NASA scientist) uncovers a crucial flaw in American democracy. Incredibly, the solution – which lays at the heart of all current social concerns (inequality, the recession, political division, government disapproval, Citizens United, civil rights and corruption) – costs under 5 dollars.

James presents a breathtaking new look at congressional transparency and the troubles it has wrought by opening the doors to special interests and the wealthy.

So, welcome to the world of Martin Gilens' 2014 paper and flatline graph. Also welcome to the world created by electronic voting machines and the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1970 (passed on October 26, 1970). Unheard of in any current political discussion, this act of Congress has produced endless avenues for lucrative lobbying of special interest groups."

The Cardboard Box Reform - Nixon's Ghost Bill & A Crucial Flaw in Democracy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gEz__sMVaY



Whether you agree with him or not, he makes a very strong case against transparency.




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