Birdwatch Note Rating
2025-01-17 15:40:44 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: B05598E79F2728659C9DB58BBFC85CBED74C9103389B837C2B3D3D7A88287F96
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Oligarchy concerns apply to both major parties. Billionaires like George Soros, Tom Steyer (Democrats) significantly influence politics through donations and advocacy. This issue transcends party lines and involves systemic campaign finance and lobbying practices. https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/perspectives-on-politics/article/testing-theories-of-american-politics-elites-interest-groups-and-average-citizens/62327F513959D0A304D4893B382B992B
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