[Moses]

Originally posted by wckrause

Who decides who gets funding and how much?

That's tough. Several formulas have been discussed including funds proportional to % of vote in last election. Some argue for equal funding for the top four parties.

Giving donations to a political party has been defined as free speach by the supreme court, making this idea unconstitutional.

True. But the Supremes have hinted that this form of free speech may be limited for the public good if an appropriate model is proposed. (There are countless areas where free speech is not allowed.)

"3) Officials who accept money or the promise of employment while holding office go to jail."

Accepting campaign donations is perfectly legal ...

Thats my point. Accepting campaign contributions should be expressly against the law.

Just my opinion.