A new study shows that the wealthy have far more influence than the average American . Julian Zelizer says study raises disturbing questions about power of campaign money . TL;DR Study finds rich Americans are much richer and better educated than average, but they still vote for politicians who favor their interests over those of ordinary Americans. Zelizer : It may take a constitutional amendment , and state action , to reform system .
A new study shows that the wealthy have far more influence than the average American . Julian Zelizer says study raises disturbing questions about power of campaign money . If wealthy shape policy , the inequality divide in America will only get worse , he says . Zelizer : It may take a constitutional amendment , and state action , to reform system .