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How has the internet been used to raise funds for political campaigns?

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Most candidates are opening a page for people to donate to them so they may pay for there campaign and have a starting amount when put into presidency to pay for certain expenses. This also allows them to get donations worldwide without the need to travel to those places or mail.
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The internet has become an efficient means of communication for the most diverse media spectra. In politics, the development of the internet has made it possible for the elector, the politician, and his party to be more closely connected. The same can be observed regarding the funds for elections. Parties have begun to administer funds to fund election campaigns, and voters who identify with such parties can make transfers to fund campaigns.

This is a good democratic and clear form of election campaign funding, but must be regulated to avoid abuse of economic power in politics.

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