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In 2014, a charitable foundation established by the agriculture company Monsanto gave $1,350 to a nonprofit arm of the University of Northern Iowa, whose trustees included Iowa Republican Senator Charles Grassley.
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In 2014 Monsanto's charitable foundation gave $1350 to University of Northern Iowa's nonprofit arm.
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{
    "date": "2014",
    "company": "Monsanto",
    "senator": "Charles Grassley",
    "recipient": "University of Northern Iowa nonprofit arm",
    "donation_amount": "$1350"
}
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Politics Business Finance
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September 12, 2025 at 1:01 AM (2 days ago)
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September 12, 2025 at 1:01 AM (2 days ago)

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How Corporations Disguise Lobbying as Philanthropy
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Research reveals corporations use charitable donations to influence politicians, disguising lobbying as philanthropy. This tax-exempt activity potentially amounts to billions in politically motivated giving, raising concerns about transparency and democratic fairness.

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