BRI's Homework Help: Citizens United v. FEC
In the BRI's Homework Help video titled "Citizens United v. FEC," the landmark Supreme Court case is explored, focusing on the concept of free speech and campaign finance. The video discusses the debate over corporate political involvement and whether corporations have First Amendment rights. A historical overview of campaign finance laws, including the Federal Elections Campaign Act and the McCain-Feingold Act, is provided. The Citizens United case emerged during the heated 2008 presidential campaign, challenging restrictions on corporate spending introduced by the McCain-Feingold Act. The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 in favor of Citizens United, allowing unlimited corporate and union spending on political ads, citing free speech protections. This decision significantly impacted political campaign financing debates, emphasizing the importance of understanding the intersection of law, politics, and economics for school-aged children.
Media Details
Runtime: 3 minutes 50 seconds
- Topic: Business, History, Social Science
- Subtopic: Economics, Elections, Government, U.S. Constitution
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
- Release Year: 2021
- Producer/Distributor: Bill of Rights Institute
- Series: BRI's Homework Help
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