Tim Kaine: “I don't think [campaign donations influence policy].”

“And I think you need to be really careful about saying people are taking money. Okay, then donations to the campaigns, does that not influence. Does that not influence policy at all, the campaign donations? I don't think [campaign donations influence policy]. so. You don't? Yeah. Okay, so are they just giving that money out of the kindness of their heart? Well, are they not expecting return on investment? I'll give you an example.” (01:41–01:43)

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