Raised: $974,353
Spent: $285,027
In pocket: $734,268
Debt: $0
Tim Ryan, 2011-2012 Campaign CMTE
Raised: $464,810
Spent: $326,049
In pocket: $256,648
Debt: $0
I've learned that there is a huge difference from one representative to another, but even more of a difference from one representative to the average citizen. Even if a representative didn't have much in pocket money you can still see that there's no debt. This is really unrealistic for the average citizen. Most people are consumed by debt and when a Representative doesn't have that it makes it harder to relate to the average citizen. Even if he was once in debt, it's not the same once you are free and clear.
I learned it's important to follow this because it shows where lobbyists have been donating money, and gives you an idea of possible conflicts of interest. People who are representing your financial interests don't have the same ones as the average person. It seems like Meehan has a little extra money despite him not being a millionaire yet he probably will be soon. Ryan on the other hand, except for the no debt seems much more realistic and able to relate to the average person. Also by the time this info is published it is dated, it needs to be sped up. I agree with the author that more should be done to see our representatives finances, so that we know exactly what's going on.
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