Who's a Bigger Threat to Democracy- Immigrants, or Billionaires?

This article discusses the influence of billionaires on democracy and compares it to the perceived threat of immigrants. It highlights the power that wealthy elites have in funding political campaigns and shaping the outcomes of elections. The article mentions examples of billionaires, such as Mike Bloomberg and Elon Musk, who have spent significant amounts of money to support their preferred candidates. It argues that the focus on immigrants as a threat to democracy is misplaced, as their influence on elections is minimal compared to the financial power of billionaires. The article raises concerns about the increasing influence of money in politics and its potential to undermine democracy. [Extracted from the article]

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