10 companies that make billions from the u.s. government

the headline tells the story; it's always about the money. more after the jump.

supreme court affirms support for well-heeled candidates

here's another coffin nail for campaign finance reform.

the current supreme court bench clearly favors candidates that are either extremely wealthy or well-supported by special interests. given that scalia frequently appears to live in the pocket of those interests - and that thomas is proud to be their dogsbody, and to have his wife ride the same cart with impunity - this should come as no surprise.

don't let anyone fool you: this issue has nothing to do with free speech and everything to do with the wealthiest people and corporations taking over the election process by sheer weight of money.