Dark Money, an award-winning independent film, offers numerous perspectives on dark money donations — the unlimited campaign contributions from undisclosed donors, individuals and corporations. “Dark money is the advertising where you don’t know who’s paying for the ads,” says Llew Jones, a Montana state senator.
Your vote can be bought, but at what cost?
Tonight at 10 on PBS, (check local listing for times in your area), Dark Money sheds light on the grassroots movement to unveil the mysterious financing behind our elections.
Dark Money has its national broadcast and streaming debut on the PBS documentary series POV, American television’s longest-running independent documentary series, now in its 31st season.
“Dark money is the advertising where you don’t know who’s paying for the ads,” says Llew Jones, a Montana state senator.
“We’ve just simply got to hold these up and say, ‘Who is paying for this? What are they attempting to buy?’”
This award-winning independent film offers numerous perspectives on dark money donations — the unlimited campaign contributions from undisclosed donors, individuals and corporations, that have been allowed since the 2010 Supreme Court ruling on Citizens United.
“This film will keep you on the edge of your seat,” said Justine Nagan, executive producer/executive director of POV/American Documentary.
“Dark Money gives you a glimpse into what many of the most powerful people and groups don’t want you to see.”
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