>If the laws are ultimately chosen by the companies and the wealthiest... At least with respect to the US, politicians are still needed to pass bills into law.

>If the laws are ultimately chosen by the companies and the wealthiest... At least with respect to the US, politicians are still needed to pass bills into law. The solution to your concern falls out of the simple realization that politicians can only sell the powers they have been delegated by the people. Grant them the power to make and break whole industries, and don't be shocked when those potentially affected come calling.