Earn Your Leisure

Welcome back to Market Mondays! In this clip, we dive deep into the political landscape as we discuss the influence of big money on elections with our special guest, Representative Jamal Bowman. Join hosts Rashad Bilal, Ian Dunlap, and Troy Millings as they unpack the crucial subject of political funding and its impacts on democracy.In this insightful conversation, Rep. Bowman reveals the staggering $30 million being spent against him in the current election cycle, largely funded by super PACs and c4 organizations. He sheds light on how these super PACs operate, the implications of their spending, and how this monumental financial backing is being used to influence voters and sway election results.*Key Discussion Points:*1. *Understanding Political Funding:* - Rep. Bowman explains the basics of campaign funding, differentiating between direct contributions to campaigns and the role of super PACs and c4 organizations. - He highlights the disparities in campaign funding and the outsized influence of big mon