John Oliver: Lawmakers Are Spending Most of Their Time Begging the Rich for Money (Video)
The "Last Week Tonight" host delves into the complicated web of congressional fundraising to outline why the American people have lost most of their say in this democracy.The “Last Week Tonight” host delves into the complicated web of congressional fundraising to outline why the American people have lost most of their say in this democracy.
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