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Politics & Society

Dark Money

Jane Mayer

The Koch brothers strategically masked their political ambitions as philanthropy, using nonprofits, think tanks, and private foundations to anonymously funnel "dark money" into advancing their libertarian agenda. This network, which grew to control over 100,000 foundations by 2013, enabled them to influence public policy, evade scrutiny, and exploit tax loopholes. Their efforts extended to shaping conservative thought through educational programs and think tanks, which often spread skepticism about climate science and other issues. By orchestrating movements like the Tea Party and leveraging strategies like gerrymandering through REDMAP, they reshaped American politics, culminating in significant Republican victories and policy shifts. The 2010 Citizens United ruling further amplified their influence by allowing unlimited, undisclosed political contributions. Their dominance over the Republican Party has deepened economic divides and raised concerns about the erosion of democracy, as their wealth and power increasingly resemble an oligarchy. While figures like Donald Trump have challenged their narrative, the Koch network’s financial clout continues to shape the political landscape, underscoring the urgent need to address the outsized influence of concentrated wealth in America.

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The Koch brothers, Charles and David, wield immense influence over American politics through a vast network of nonprofits, think tanks, and educational programs, all strategically designed to promote their libertarian agenda. Operating largely in secrecy, their efforts have shaped public policy, manipulated elections, and deepened the nation’s economic divide, all while exploiting tax loopholes and campaign finance laws. From funding climate change denial to orchestrating the Tea Party movement and gerrymandering strategies like REDMAP, their reach extends far beyond the public eye. This book uncovers the shadowy tactics of the Koch network, revealing how a small group of billionaires has redefined democracy in America.

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Jane Mayer is an investigative journalist and staff writer for the New Yorker and recipient of the John Chancellor Award for Excellence in Journalism in 2008. She is also the author of The Dark Side: the Inside Story of How the War on Terror Turned into a War on American Ideals.

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Hidden Power: The Koch Brothers' Political Empire

Dark Money: How the Kochs Shaped Power

Shaping Minds and Policy: The Koch Agenda

Manufacturing Revolts: The Koch Brothers' Hidden Agenda

Unmasking the Billionaire Blueprint for Power

REDMAP: How Gerrymandering Reshaped U.S. Politics

How the Koch Network Reshaped American Politics

America's Oligarchs: The Koch Brothers' Shadow Reign

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