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Just as water flows downhill, money in politics flows to where the power is. And OpenSecrets is there to help you follow the contours and learn about these connections. This section contains a wealth of information about the unhealthy influence money can have on our elections and government politics.
The Basics. From frequently asked questions to our money-in-politics glossary to our Follow the Money Handbook, this section contains a wealth of information about the unhealthy influence money can have on our elections and government politics. Begin your learning here.
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Get a brief history of the campaign finance landscape by reading our money-in-politics and lobbying timelines. Our glossary and FAQs also lets you learn more about the world of money in politics.
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The data sets provided by OpenSecrets are a goldmine for academics as well as journalists and interested citizens. Employing OpenSecrets data, scholars have investigated every aspect of money in politics -- from campaign contributions to lawmakers' investments to shadow lobbying. Click on the above tabs to read their research and find out what they've discovered.
