Education
"An educated citizenry is a vital requisite for our survival as a free people."
- Thomas Jefferson
The Story of Citizens United v. FEC
Great news: The brilliant people behind the Story of Stuff have thrown their efforts into money in elections and corporate personhood! This video offers an excellent primer for why these problems are so corrosive to our democracy and why we need to act. If you're new to this cause, this is your best place to start. Then come back here, roll up your sleeves, and check out some of the other materials we have.
We can do it!
Money Out / Voters In Coalition organized a conference in November 2012 that was attended by hundreds of activists in person and hundreds more online. The conference featured recognized experts in constitutional law and election finance law who discussed the scope of the problem we face and what we as concerned citizens can do to address it.
The conference was recorded and is free to all. These videos are a great place for novices and seasoned activists to learn more at your own pace. Be sure to download the relevant materials linked in the description of each video.