In just seven years, the number of large monetary donations to parliamentary candidates from private interests has tripled, according to a new report. It is a significant increase, says an expert.
»Significant increase«: Private monetary donations to politicians have tripled in just a few years
Kollage: Christine Vierø Larsen. Originalfoto: Thomas Borberg, Jens Dresling
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A well-funded campaign can make a crucial difference in politicians’ efforts to reach as many voters as possible.
Several parties at Christiansborg receive millions of kroner from companies and trade unions ahead of a parliamentary election, but private interests are also increasingly channeling money directly to selected candidates’ campaigns.
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