Fundraising and Money

A recent fundraiser in Western New York was held to support Florida Senator Marco Rubio this week. This event was held by a local businessman Jeremy Jacobs Jr. He held a reception costing $1,000 a person, and the dinner was $2,500 a entree. Rubio is thought to be a prospective Republican Presidential candidate in 2016.

In an article written by Tim Wu he argues how the Democratic Party is spending “millions” on their opponents campaign. In a conflict of interest their party is favoring Kathy Hochul a former representative and current Democrat.

Tim Wu (left) and Zepher Teachout (right) (AP Photo)

Wu says how in the early 20^th century the New York legislature passed a law making it illegal for parties to use money to affect the outcome of a primary. Zepher has challenged the party of which is still being decided upon. Governor Cuomo who is behind this says he is exercising his First Amendment supported by “Citizens United theory.” Sadly the ruling will most likely not be heard until after the primary.

Former County Executive Jack Doyle is employed by the GOP, his job is to raise as much money as possible for his Party. The GOP contracts with Doyle and he works mostly on commission, not willing to divulge how much. He did say he on average raises about ten times more than he makes.

The GOP normally raises more money than the Democratic Party and spends it too. This year's election cycle in Monroe County, “local Republicans report roughly $734,000 in total receipts so far; Democrats reported about $462,000”.