Democrats and Republicans alike say major donors, lobbyists have too much influence on Congress | Pew Research Center

September 15, 2023

5. Money, power and the influence of ordinary people in American politics

Democrats and Republicans alike say major donors, lobbyists have too much influence on Congress

Democrats and Republicans alike say major donors, lobbyists have too much influence on Congress

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Democrats and Republicans alike say major donors, lobbyists have too much influence on Congress

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5. Money, power and the influence of ordinary people in American politics
Campaign donors, lobbyists widely viewed as having too much influence on members of Congress; most say ‘people in their districts’ have too little influence
Democrats and Republicans alike say major donors, lobbyists have too much influence on Congress
Most favor limits on spending in elections, say it would be possible to reduce role of money in politics
Voting viewed as more effective way to bring about positive change than running for office, donating to causes, or attending protests or rallies
Democrats are more likely than Republicans to say voting can produce positive change
Older Americans are more likely to say voting can affect the country’s future
In both parties, young adults are less likely than older people to say voting can affect the country’s future