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George Soros and his Open Society Institute have funneled millions into BlackPAC to mobilize black voters in key elections, such as the Alabama special election between Doug Jones and Roy Moore. BlackPAC, led by Adrienne Shropshire, spent over $600,000 on canvassing and mailers during that race. Critics question the motives of wealthy non-black donors funding black political action committees and the impact this has on the actual black agenda.
Dark money groups have spent over $600 million on election ads since 2010, utilizing non-profit status to hide donor identities. The 2008 Obama campaign spent a record $730 million, with over 56% of that budget dedicated to media buys on television, radio, and the internet. This massive spending illustrates how presidential elections have become a "bonanza" for media properties and special interest groups seeking a return on their investment.
