Tag Archives: Citizens United

Bad laws in our nation ruled by law: Citizens United (the buy-your-own-country law)

Posted on May 20, 2017 by Naomi

Again, I quibble over Casey Sullivan’s hierarchy, if not his choices. (And I apologize if I’ve misidentified Casey’s gender.) 13. Citizens United v. FEC (2010): Perhaps the most hated decision from the Roberts Court, Citizens United held that political donations … Continue reading →

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Post Citizens United, the rich guy psychosis now has a name

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Naomi

Yesterday I mused at great length about the mental illness that seems to afflict very rich men who, post Citizens United, have determined to buy political and judicial seats in order to strip our government of everything that serves its … Continue reading →

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The contagious madness of Citizens United

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Naomi

For years now, I’ve been reading about the oligarchs who have taken $huge advantage of  Citizens United. And dropping little notes about them, right here. I shouldn’t have to remind any of us but…that’s the Supreme Court 5-4 decision that … Continue reading →

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