Comments on: A Campaign Without Cash

By: John C.

John C. — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:44:48 +0000

What do you think of proposals that campaigns be publically financed? It seems that what you are saying is that they shouldn’t be financed at all. Which I don’t think is going to be possible in a national campaign.

Are you instead saying that we ought to limit campaign contributions (say to $5 per contribution or something)? That would be interesting, I suppose. It might even be a good idea, although it could turn politicians directly into televangelists, which might not be optimal.

That said, it is hard enough for politicians to get our attention as it is; refusing them airtime would only further alienate the average American from the political process.

By: Carissa

Carissa — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:34:33 +0000

I think it would absolutely entice people to do their homework more. And, I think people would be more concerned with the actual issues.

By: bcrockett

bcrockett — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:20:27 +0000

It’s a great point. And anybody who can actually do what you propose (mobilize the people ahead of mobilizing the media and special interests group funds) would, without a doubt, win the election.

It would be a bright day day in America. But a cold day in hell.

By: Kathryn Skaggs

Kathryn Skaggs — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:23:04 +0000

Yes, imagine… because that is all we can do! He with the most bucks, wins! This is a sick society that we are living in today. The realization that people can be bought – boggles the mind!

tDMg