All Flashcards
Differences between Hard Money and Soft Money?
Hard Money: Direct to candidate, regulated by FECA. | Soft Money: To parties/groups, not regulated by FECA.
Differences between PACs and Super PACs?
PACs: Limited contributions, direct donations. | Super PACs: Unlimited contributions, independent expenditures only.
Cause and Effect of Citizens United?
Cause: Court ruling on corporate free speech. Effect: Rise of Super PACs and increased corporate spending.
Cause and Effect of FECA?
Cause: Desire to regulate campaign finance. Effect: Limits on donations, creation of FEC, rise of soft money.
Cause and Effect of BCRA?
Cause: Soft money loophole and concerns about influence. Effect: Banned soft money, increased disclosure, rise of 527 groups.
Impact of the Federal Election Campaign Act (FECA)?
Established initial regulations on campaign finance, but led to the rise of soft money.
Impact of the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act (BCRA)?
Reduced soft money, but led to the rise of PACs and independent expenditure groups.