"Fueling the growth in political ads this cycle is the presidential race, which has so far seen record primary spend on the Republican side.
More than $100 million was spent through September on Republican primary races, faster than any previous cycle, per political AdImpact, an advertising intelligence firm."
EXCUSE YOU! They care very much about catering to their corporate and billionaire donors interests.
But only as a means to keeping/retaining their own power and campaign contributions. If the people could outspend monied interests more conveniently most would probably be out on the streets a lot more shaking hands and kissing babies.
Like repealing Citizens United and outlawing lobbying?
Setting more limits on campaign donations would also be a big help.
Yup, that too.