Topic: 501c4

An executive director at Project Veritas clarified the organization's 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) structures, noting the latter is used for election-related content to protect tax-exempt status. Internal reports deny that James O'Keefe has been ousted by the board. The organization further stated that Pfizer has not exerted pressure regarding recent investigative reporting.

Representative Maxine Waters previously praised President Obama's massive, unprecedented database of individual information, which was later transitioned into the 501c4 group Organizing for America. The segment contrasts the media's praise for Obama's data mining with the current condemnation of Trump's data usage. Additionally, they touch on emerging liberal narratives claiming the 2016 election was "stolen" or "hacked."

A 2013 clip of Representative Maxine Waters resurfaces in which she describes a powerful database built by President Obama's "Organizing for America" (OFA). Waters claimed the database contained unprecedented levels of information on individuals that future Democratic candidates would have to utilize. The hosts speculate on whether this private database contains sensitive government information.

Bernie Sanders introduced "Our Revolution," a new 501(c)(4) non-profit organization funded by remaining 2016 presidential campaign contributions. The organization is designed as a lobbying group to support progressive candidates at local, state, and federal levels, though donations to the group are not tax-deductible.

Chairman Jason Chaffetz discusses the subpoena of unedited videos and the financial structure of Planned Parenthood, noting the transfer of $22 million to political arms. The organization is criticized for high executive salaries, with Cecile Richards reportedly earning $600,000 annually, and significant expenditures on first-class travel and celebrity parties. Data indicates that 100% of the organization's $12 million in 2012 election cycle advertising went to Democratic candidates.

Adam Curry investigates the organizations behind the People's Climate March, specifically focusing on "Purpose.com" and "Avaaz." He describes a sophisticated business model where for-profit B-corps and non-profit 501(c)(4) agencies work together to launch social movements. Curry argues these movements are funded by major foundations like Rockefeller to serve corporate interests under the guise of grassroots activism.

Senator Al Franken questions First Amendment attorney Floyd Abrams about the potential for wealthy corporations to intimidate politicians with threats of massive campaign spending. The discussion touches on "dark money" and 501(c)(4) social welfare groups. The hosts counter that such influence is no different from existing lobbying by groups like the Sierra Club and dismiss Franken's arguments as specious.

The Boston Beer Company (Sam Adams) withdrew its sponsorship of the St. Patrick's Day parade after organizers allegedly excluded gay groups. Investigation reveals that the group "MassEquality" may have misled organizers regarding their status as a recognized veterans group. The segment highlights the role of 501(c)4 political action committees in using social issues to lobby and influence elections.

The IRS application process for 501(c)(4) status is revealed to be voluntary, as organizations can operate and file tax returns without prior government approval. The focus on the Tea Party's struggle to gain "blessings" from the agency is characterized as a distraction and a reminder of the Treasury Department's power over the citizenry.

Common Sense Media, a 501(c)(4) organization with Chelsea Clinton on its board, is promoting the concept of "digital harassment" among teens. The hosts examine the organization's high executive salaries and its role as a promotional arm for the movie industry, specifically targeting children with reviews and contests for films like "The Hunger Games."

The "No Labels" political organization is deconstructed as a partisan front for Democrats and establishment figures. Founders Nancy Jacobson and Mark McKinnon are scrutinized for their ties to the Clinton administration and the Council on Foreign Relations, while the group's 501(c)(4) status is described as a lobbying scam.