American democracy faces "crisis" with money's corrupt influence in politics

American democracy is facing a "crisis" due to the increased influence of money in politics while common citizens are left out in the process, a US political activist who helped organize recent massive political protests, told Xinhua in a recent interview.

Protesters Nationwide Denounce Big Money in US Politics

Conservative and independent protesters channeling themes from the presidential campaigns of Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders dumped faux contributions into Boston Harbor on Friday, one of some 30 demonstrations planned across the country against big money in politics.

China warns officials against extravagance in holiday season

Central discipline authorities have warned officials to rein in spending and gift giving during the upcoming Mid-autumn Festival and National Day.