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The Annapolis Money Machine in 2026: Who’s Spending, Who’s Benefiting, and What Should Raise Eyebrows
Maryland’s early 2026 campaign finance data reveals a political landscape dominated by insiders rather than public engagement. With over half of expenditures funneled into political committees and slates, the system prioritizes maintaining power over voter persuasion. This cycle underscores a troubling culture of opacity, where campaign money supports a self-serving machine, not the electorate.