Money Over "We the People": When Government Serves Wealth First

"We the People" is the promise—but does money come first? In this episode, we confront the growing belief that government decisions are driven more by big money than by everyday citizens. From corporate lobbying and campaign financing to billionaires shaping public policy, we unpack how financial power can outweigh public interest. Using examples of influential figures like Donald Trump and Michael Bloomberg—both businessmen who navigated politics at the highest levels—we explore how wealth and governance often intersect. Is this strategic leadership, or proof that economic elites have a louder voice in democracy? This episode challenges listeners to question who truly benefits from policy decisions and whether the system still reflects the will of the people—or the will of those who can afford to shape it. Because when money talks, democracy can struggle to be heard.