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A recurring theme is the corrupting influence of money in politics. She condemns the dominance of corporate PACs and lobbyists, which fund campaigns and sway legislation behind closed doors. She praises the example set by Bernie Sanders, who refused all corporate contributions, contrasting him with many others who are beholden to special interests.
Gabbard advocates for reforms such as banning superdelegates—party insiders with outsized influence—and promoting open primaries with same-day registration to enhance democratic legitimacy. She highlights the recent DNC's decision to limit superdelegate voting at presidential conventions as a step forward but laments that systemic change remains slow.