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Uncle Joe

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Tue Jan 21, 2025, 02:57 PM Jan 21

How the Corporate Takeover of American Politics Began Robert Reich



Dec 13, 2022
The corporate takeover of American politics was rapid and ruthless.

In 1976, I watched as thousands of corporate lobbyists descended on Washington. Fast forward to today, and lobbying has become a $3.7 billion dollar industry.

It all began with the Powell Memo.
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How the Corporate Takeover of American Politics Began Robert Reich (Original Post) Uncle Joe Jan 21 OP
For those who prefer reading, an article by Reich describing the Powell Memo. Lonestarblue Jan 21 #1
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