03-28-2016, 08:57 PM
(03-28-2016, 01:36 PM)Blindgreed1 Wrote: I believe that one of Bern's topics is campaign reform which Hilary also claims to be in favor of...
I agree. I don't think Bernie's comments about Hillary's donations are unfair or off-base in any way either.
Bernie's commitment to campaign finance reform is definitely wider and deeper than Clinton's or any other politician's, and he practices what he preaches.
The Citizens United Supreme Court ruling 5 or 6 years ago really surprised me and a lot of people (I think). The Court ruled that money is free speech and reversed the restrictions on corporations, media, and union expenditures to pimp or malign candidates and gave birth to Super PACs. Bernie's right; it's disastrous for those who are interested in a level playing field where money doesn't buy power and elections. Both Sanders and Clinton are on the record as opposing that ruling from the start.
Given Bernie's platform is focused on campaign finance reform and income inequality, his negative comments about Clinton raising campaign funds from very high $$$ Hollywood tickets is consistent with his message and his fund-raising practices.
Hillary is not breaking any laws though, and Bernie isn't claiming she is. He's simply making it clear that he's more committed and consistent on a key issue of both their platforms than is she. Nothing wrong with that; it's smart. In my opinion.