These dodgy foundations exist at the detriment of the politician's constituents because it can create the appearance of a conflict of interest and undermine public trust in the political system. In some cases, politicians may use their foundations to promote their own interests at the expense of the public good, or to advance policies that benefit their donors rather than their constituents.

If you want to learn more about these foundations and how politicians can use their own them for personal gain and to broker influence, these resources can provide a good starting point. It's important to note, however, that some of the sources listed here may have a particular political bias or agenda, so it's always a good idea to approach any source critically and look for additional perspectives.

Books:

• "Clinton Cash: The Untold Story of How and Why Foreign Governments and Businesses Helped Make Bill and Hillary Rich" by Peter Schweizer

• "Profiles in Corruption: Abuse of Power by America's Progressive Elite" by Peter Schweizer

• "Throw Them All Out: How Politicians and Their Friends Get Rich Off Insider Stock Tips, Land Deals, and Cronyism That Would Send the Rest of Us to Prison" by Peter Schweizer

• "American Oligarchs: The Kushners, the Trumps, and the Marriage of Money and Power" by Andrea Bernstein

Publications:

• "The New York Times" - The Times has published several investigative pieces on the ways politicians use their own foundations for personal gain, such as the Trump Foundation and the Clinton Foundation

• "The Washington Post" - The Post has also published investigative pieces on political foundations, including the Clinton Foundation and the Eric Trump Foundation

• "ProPublica" - This non-profit newsroom has published several investigations into political foundations, including the Eric Trump Foundation and the Trump Foundation

Documentaries:

• "Trumping Democracy" (2017) - A documentary that explores the Trump campaign's alleged ties to Russia and other corrupt practices

• "The Family" (2019) - A documentary series that explores the influence of a secretive, conservative Christian group on American politics

• "Active Measures" (2018) - A documentary that investigates the connections between the Trump campaign and Russia

• "Dirty Money" (2018) - A documentary series that covers a variety of topics related to corruption, including an episode on the Kushner family's business dealings

There are several actions you can take and organizations you can join or support to prevent or limit the negative effects of foundations controlled by politicians. Here are a few suggestions:

• Support campaign finance reform: Many of the problems associated with political foundations are related to the larger issue of money in politics. By supporting organizations that advocate for campaign finance reform, such as the Brennan Center for Justice or RepresentUs, you can help limit the influence of money on our political system.

• Support watchdog organizations: There are several organizations that monitor the activities of political foundations and other political entities, such as the OpenSecrets, the Sunlight Foundation, and ProPublica. By supporting these organizations, you can help shine a light on political corruption and hold politicians accountable.

• Contact your elected officials: Let your elected officials know that you care about the issue of political corruption and that you support efforts to limit the influence of political foundations. You can also encourage them to support campaign finance reform and other measures to increase transparency and accountability in government.

• Educate yourself and others: Stay informed about political foundations and other issues related to political corruption by reading books, articles, and other resources on the topic. Share this information with others and encourage them to get involved as well.

• Participate in local politics: Many of the issues related to political corruption can be addressed at the local level. By getting involved in local politics, you can help ensure that your community is being governed in a fair and transparent way.

• Support ethical candidates: When you vote, support candidates who are committed to ethical behavior and who have a track record of transparency and accountability. You can also support these candidates by volunteering for their campaigns or making a financial contribution.

By taking these actions and supporting these organizations, you can help prevent or limit the negative effects of foundations controlled by politicians and work towards a more transparent and accountable political system.