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52 CINEMONTAGE / JUL-AUG 14 left a provocative question. As arguably the most progressive member of the Senate, should he run for president? writes Tom Gallagher in Common Dreams. If he does, left-leaning Democrats might actually hear about the "country's drift toward an oligarchy of billionaires and corporations buying elections." Or hear a plea for a national jobs program, or a single-payer health- care program to enhance the advances of ObamaCare. Some may discuss Sanders' socialism; others may remember that Sanders has not backed third-party presidential campaigns. As the senator told The Nation, "The dilemma is that, if you run outside of the Democratic Party [you would be] making it easier for some right-wing Republican to get elected — the [Ralph] Nader dilemma." WHAT DO THE KOCH BROTHERS REALLY WANT? As a direct consequence of the disastrous "Citizens United" Supreme Court decision, large corporations and billionaires can now spend unlimited amounts of money to influence the political process, writes Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders in Common Dreams. Among the best poised to benefit from "Citizens United" are Charles and David Koch, owners of the second-largest privately run business in America, Koch Industries. According to Forbes, the Koch brothers are worth $80 billion, and are already contributing large sums to advocate for conservative issues. In 1980, David Koch ran as the Libertarian Party's vice presidential candidate. The party's platform may offer useful insights into the policy affinities of the Kochs. The 1980 Libertarian Party We're Here, For You Healthcare / Wellness / Aid & Services Senior Care / Residential Retirement 855-760-MPTF (6783) www.mptf.com For over 90 years, MPTF has been helping Hollywood take care of its own. Together, we ensure that the magic we create isn't just on screen. Find out more at MPTF.com LABOR MAT TERS Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont). Courtesy of mediabistro.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 54 CineMontage_Jul-Aug_14-4a.indd 52 6/19/14 1:59 PM