Individual Donations1. Mitt Romney: The failure of running for President of the United State does not stop his support of Republic party. He also has the ability to donate large amount of money as a businessman. ($2600)
2. Clint Eastwood, always supported the republican party. He used to be a huge supporter for Romney, so he is more likely to donate to Republican Party. Also as a celebrity, he has the ability to donate large amount money. ($2500) 3. Paul Singer is the founder and CEO of hedge fund Elliott management Corporation. He is also an active participant in Republican Party politics. He used to be a major contributor to George W. Bush’s president campaigns. ($2000) Spending1. TV ads: ABC, BBC, You Tube and etc. ($40,000,000)
2. Staff: includes a lawyer, manager, adviser and etc. ($20,000,000) 3. Traveling: Airplane, train, and hotel. Not just candidate himself, also includes his staff and his family. ($10,000,000) 4. Venue: The candidate must pay for many of the places he plans to travel to give speeches. Although some venues may be free, like a park, many are costly. ($5,000,000) 5. Costume: nice suits and etc. Not just candidate himself, also includes his family. ($1,000,000) 6. Other: food, stuff. ($4,000,000) |
Interest group donations1. Goldman Sachs and Bank of America. Goldman Sachs is one of Wall Street's most prestigious investment banks. Like others in the securities industry, Goldman Sachs and Bank of America advise and invest in nearly every industry affected by federal legislation. However, huge organizations like these are more likely donate to the both parties. ($5000)
2. Rothman Institute and Kirkland &Ellis. Organizations like these are more likely chose one party to donate. Based on the history of their donations, Republican would always be their choice. ($5000) 3. National League of Cities, the National Conference of Mayors, and the National Governors Association are more likely donate to Republic party since these are all government interest groups. ($5000) |