Crazy Eyes Leads In 2012 Fundraising
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Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn., raised a combined total of $2.2 million in the first quarter of 2011, outgaining presumed presidential contender Mitt Romney who raised $1.9 million over the same period. Bachmann's political action committee, MichelePAC, raised $500,000 while her Congressional reelection fund took in $1.7 million. The funds raised for her Congressional reelection could be transferred to any federal campaign, including one for president.The above-linked article notes that most of Bachmann's war chest has come in "small amounts from many individuals" rather than from major donors.
Labels: 2012 elections, campaign finance, GOP, Michele Bachmann