political participation: All forms of political participation matter, but voting is among the most concrete ways that citizens influence public policy and the wealthier are far more likely to vote. According to the Census Bureau, 81.6 percent of Americans making over $150,000 reported that they voted in the 2008 presidential election. In contrast, roughly half of citizens making under $30,000 reported voting and The political influence wealthy Americans enjoy over the policymaking process is well documented: the more money you have, the more likely it is politicians are going to take your concerns seriously. Demos published a new report on this and related issue Stacked Deck: How the Dominance of Politics by the Affluent a Business Undermines Economic Mobility in America and included a striking chart, breaking down voting participation by income.
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