The Influence of Super PACs on Democratic Primaries As presidential elections heat up in the United States, attention turns to the role of super PACs in shaping primary contests.
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders has called for a ban on super PACs from participating in Democratic primaries, raising important questions about the influence of outside money in elections and its impact on democratic processes.
Understanding the Role of Super PACs Super PACs are independent expenditure only committees that can raise unlimited sums from individuals, corporations, and unions to support or oppose candidates.