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Clinton Spins Her Donors

Posted on May 30, 2008 , Updated on June 2, 2008

The debt-strapped Clinton campaign is appealing for money with an e-mail telling potential donors that polls “consistently” show she would beat McCain in November, and that she’s leading Obama in the popular vote. We find both claims are misleading. A number of recent polls actually show Clinton tied with McCain, or even trailing. For most of 2008, polls have shown McCain ahead.
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Leftover Campaign Funds

Posted on February 15, 2008

Q: What happens to a candidate’s leftover campaign funds when he or she drops out of the race? A: The big rule is: no personal use. FULL QUESTION Do candidates for elected office keep donations to their campaigns for personal use after they lose or drop out? Or do those …
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