Push to Cut Big Money Influence on Federal Elections

Push to Cut Big Money Influence on Federal Elections
Voters in the electorate of Eden-Monaro on July 2, 2016 in Canberra, Australia Martin Ollman/Getty Images
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Spending caps, real-time disclosure requirements, and a lower donation threshold are among recommended reforms to reduce the election influence of donors with deep pockets.

The reforms are part of a push to increase transparency in federal elections and level the playing field so the biggest spenders do not have an unfair advantage.

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