Fundraising Reports Reveal Fading Clout of Congressional Centrists

Fundraising reports reveal fading clout of congressional centrists

The latest round of fundraising reports for members of Congress paints a concerning picture about the future of the ideological center. Many lawmakers from both parties known for their pragmatism and moderation struggled to raise big bucks for their campaigns, while a number of insurgent candidates on the left and the right wings of their parties scored significant fundraising hauls.Some of the middling fundraising numbers from experienced, esta…

Boarini drains, Biss pads mayor race accounts - Evanston Now

Biss keeps Illinois account well-funded ahead of Congressional race.

Biss leads Q2 fundraising for Congress, but Abughazaleh reports largest pile of cash on-hand - Evanston RoundTable

Congressional candidates Kat Abughazaleh and Daniel Biss March in Evanston’s Fourth of July parade. As of June 30, Abughazaleh had the most cash on hand of any candidate, while Biss raised the most during the second quarter. Credit: Richard Cahan photos In an early weigh-in for those running to represent Evanston and other Illinois communities in Congress, Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss recorded the highest fundraising figures among Democratic candi…