What have been the implications of the 2010 Citizens United case?
A)Corporations were deemed as non-persons, and thus cannot contribute directly to political campaigns.
B)Individuals, corporations, and unions may now contribute unlimited campaign funds through so-called "super-PACs."
C)Despite being considered collections of people by the Court, corporations may not donate to political campaigns.
D)Individuals may donate unlimited campaign funds, but corporations face a stiff $100,000 cap.

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The 2010 Citizens United case led to the establishment of super PACs, which are independent expenditure committees that can raise unlimited amounts of money from individuals, corporations, and unions to support or oppose political candidates. This has effectively eliminated many of the prior restrictions on political contributions and allowed corporations and wealthy individuals to have greater influence over elections.

What Have Been the Implications of the 2010 Citizens United