The Citizens United decision said money in politics is free speech and expanded the opportunities for more and more money to enter the political system with the sources undisclosed and hidden (dark money). Some say that more money brings more choice in candidates and policies. Others are wary of the enormous influence big donors can have on campaigns, especially undisclosed donors: who can run for office, what legislation gets through Congress and open and hidden impacts. This extraordinary group of speakers will describe what role money plays in politics and identify ideas and efforts underway to reform this system.
