Citizens United

Black man behind Super PAC that succeeded

theGRIO REPORT - While outmatched in funding by their Republican counterparts all throughout the election cycle, Priorities has a lot to be proud of, having contributed in two key areas crucial to the president’s victory last week.

Why Obama's embrace of Super PACs could pay off

Perry Bacon Jr.

theGRIO REPORT-The Obama campaign's decision to embrace so-called Super PACs could be a boon for the Democratic ones, both of which are led in part by African-Americans.

Why Obama may not have 2012 fundraising edge

Perry Bacon Jr.

theGRIO REPORT - The Citizens United Supreme Court decision in 2010 helped lead to the creation of 'super-pacs,' political groups funded largely by rich donors that aren't allowed to officially coordinate with campaigns but can support them...