Trump Is Selling American Democracy to the Highest Bidder
The White House is seeking corporate sponsors for its annual Easter celebration. How much lower—and more corrupt—can the president go?
by Ross Rosenfeld
Even the Easter Bunny is for sale now: The Trump administration has turned the White House’s annual Easter Egg Roll, which dates back to the presidency of Rutherford B. Hayes, into an opportunity for corporate sponsorship. Bidding options range from $75,000 to $200,000. If you’re willing to pay enough, you can al…
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