Excellent exploration of non-quid pro quo corruption in US politics and the unwillingness of politicians to fix the system which helps them at the expense of rampant governmental dysfunction. Lessig proposes several low probability solutions to the corruption of US politics stemming from campaign finance, although if he has the ideas I have to wonder if there is no one better to take action than himself? I enjoyed this book and it certainly brought into my mind many questions about the workings of campaign contributions, but I kept finding the language and organization very clunky. This is not necessarily a major issue since Lessig is an economist over a writer, but it left me disappointed at times. Despite this, the overall message and argument is clear, and in my opinion, very important. I would still absolutely recommend anyone to read this.
Excellent detailed look at how money corrupts politics, with some thoughtful suggestions for reform.
—ramu
You think you live in a democracy? You think yours is a land of ideals? Read this.
—madmazz1234
Great diagnosis of the problem, not so great list of solutions.
—sajib
Interesting to understand how Washington got so disfunctional.
—yitzy
Would recommend this book to everyone.
—hanely
