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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

Pennsylvania’s fundraising race: who’s really ahead?

Pennsylvania’s political money game just wrapped up its first financial quarter, and the numbers tell a clear story about where support is coming from. State Treasurer Stacy Garrity, a Republican, pulled in over a million dollars from January to March, but fell far behind Democratic Governor Josh Sh

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

City Fines Spark Lawsuit From Former Mayoral Candidate

A former mayoral contender in Portland is suing the city after a series of fines hit his campaign. The auditor’s office levied $2, 400 in October for allegedly using city money to boost a Wikipedia page. Later, after the November election, a $9, 000 penalty was imposed for not returning donations th

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

National Money, Local Vote: A New Twist in Eau Claire Politics

The latest buzz in Eau Claire’s city council race shows that two big national groups have poured money into a local, nonpartisan election. One is the State & Local Election Alliance, and the other is the Working Families Party PAC. Together they have spent about $64, 545 on mailers, phone calls and

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Why Jordan Wood stands out in Maine’s political race

Maine’s District 2 House race has a candidate who’s turning heads—not with flashy promises, but by sticking to principles. Jordan Wood isn’t just another name on the ballot. He’s pushing for big changes, especially how money influences politics. Unlike many running for office, he refuses all donatio

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Apr 01 2026POLITICS

Massive Money, Many Candidates: The Busy Race for the Sixth District

The race for the open seat in Massachusetts’ Sixth Congressional District is turning into a money‑heavy showdown. Candidates are pouring personal wealth and outside donations into their campaigns, creating a crowded field of hopefuls from every corner of the region. One standout is a former finance

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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Blakeman Faces Funding Block: Is New York’s Public Finance Fair?

New York’s public campaign finance board is poised to deny a $7 million grant to Republican gubernatorial hopeful Bruce Blakeman. The denial hinges on a missing name—Blakeman’s running mate Todd Hood—on a form that has yet to be filed. The board, which leans left by design, acts quickly, but its act

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Campaign Funds Flow to Celebrity Beauty Services

Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez’s campaign reported spending over two thousand dollars on professional makeup and hair services during the fall election cycle. The payments were made to “The Only Agency, ” a boutique firm that works with high‑profile clients such as Bad Bunny and Bella Hadid. The Federal

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Reno Blog Battle: Meme, Money, and a Protection Order

Michael Leonard, a local blogger, is fighting back against Reno mayoral candidate Eddie Lorton after a temporary protection order (TPO) was issued against him. Leonard argues that the order is unwarranted and that his actions do not meet Nevada’s legal definition of harassment or stalking. He says t

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Election Money Flow in Anchorage: A Close Race for City Council Seats

The upcoming municipal election will decide half of Anchorage’s city council. Campaign finance filings show that most races are tightly contested in terms of money raised, with a few exceptions. In the past, candidates have waited until voters receive their mail ballots in March to start spending

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

Montana Politicians Start 2026 Campaigns with Big Cash Advantage

Sen. Steve Daines begins the year with nearly five million dollars ready for use, while Rep. Ryan Zinke has close to three million in hand. Together they hold a comfortable lead over their Democratic opponents, who collectively have just about one‑hundred twenty‑nine thousand dollars. Daines’ 202

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