In the Citizens United v. FEC decision, major campaign finance regulation was overturned, opening elections to a torrent of money from wealthy individuals and special interests.  Citizens' and successive court cases led to the Super PAC, a new entity which can solicit and spend unlimited sums in support of candidates.  The 2010 mid-term election was a case study in the impact of the Super PAC; but its true impact is apparent the current Presidential election. 

Both major political parties have either directly condoned or acquiesced to Super PACs.  Individuals in politics and the media, e.g. John McCain and Stephen Colbert have championed reform.  The complexity of the issue lends itself meticulous newspaper and blog reporting; the major networks cover the topic cursorily if at all.
 

Although a large majority of voters are opposed to Super PACs, there is little emphasis on campaign finance reform.  Politicians accept Super PAC aid without fear of losing votes.  Corporations and individuals fearing public outcry avoid Super PACs, instead donating to 501(c)(4)s which do not disclose donations.​



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Neither major political party even mentions campaign finance reform under its respective campaign platform.  The issue is decidedly toxic.  There are no simple solutions, only the corrupting status-quo.