It is estimated that it costs 1 billion dollars to run for president. This means that any candidate that personally cannot afford, or through campaign contributions cannot raise, an amount close to their opponent's purse is effectively blocked from office. The playing field for all candidates must be level and favoritism by wealthy individuals and corporations must not be allowed. A reasonable amount of campaign funds (substantially less than the current averages) should be provided for each candidate that gains a sufficient number of votes in a primary election, or when running in a primary, gains a sufficient number of votes to be a credible candidate. This money can be budgeted by the current administration. This system should be put in place for all elected public offices.



