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How much political power can billionaires buy? | The Economist
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July 30, 2026
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2:16Now PlayingHow much political power can billionaires buy? Many assume that the uber-rich can easily buy influence in politics, but does their money actually change political outcomes? The Economist’s top economics and markets experts discuss.
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