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- David Sirota argues a 'master plan' to legalize corruption began with the Powell Memo in the early 1970s.
- He says the plan deregulated campaign finance and narrowed bribery definitions, hindering prosecutions.
- Sirota notes public financing in the New York mayoral race enabled Zohran Mamdani, NYC mayoral candidate, to compete.
- He warns recent Supreme Court cases could erode restrictions, letting money dictate democracy and fueling backlash against U.S. President Donald Trump.
