It takes a heap of money to run an election. How much? And how big a role does money play in U.S. politics? Michigan State University journalism student Madeline Sewell shows us in this MI First Election video graphic.
You can find motion graphic answers to other questions here:
How U.S. Supreme Court Justices are appointed
Understanding who can and cannot vote
Understanding red states, blue states and purple states
Understanding how proposals get on the ballot