political fundraising
Soliciting donor contributions
Political fundraising is the organized effort to collect money for campaigns, candidates, parties, or political causes.
It encompasses everything from small-dollar donations solicited by email to exclusive dinners where wealthy donors pay thousands for access to politicians.
Critics argue that fundraising demands consume politicians' time and create obligations to major contributors: She spent half her day on fundraising calls.
The phrase often carries connotations of corruption or undue influence.
- donationsGifts to organizations
- campaignOrganized effort toward goal
- PACCampaign contribution pooler
- donorsPeople who give gifts
- big donorsGenerous financial supporters
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political fundraisingcampaign spending
Money used pursuing office
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