10-23-2008, 11:40 AM
AMoore wrote:
Perhaps I wasn't clear on the previous post. Whether the funding comes from the taxpayer or privately, I suggest there be a "cap" on the amount a party is allowed to spend. The intent here would be to afford equal exposure and open the door for additional parties. With the present state of things, there is no way a third party can compete.
Quote:I disagree. As long as big corporations aren't allowed to buy the election, I'm OK with using private money. Lets be honest. If Obama drew from the government fund, the Swift Boaters would open many cans of BS to the detriment of Obama and Benefit of McCain.
Perhaps I wasn't clear on the previous post. Whether the funding comes from the taxpayer or privately, I suggest there be a "cap" on the amount a party is allowed to spend. The intent here would be to afford equal exposure and open the door for additional parties. With the present state of things, there is no way a third party can compete.
Eric Mayer
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2013 MB G63
2012 Audi R8 GT #232
2011 GT3 RS
1988 928 S4
1988 MB 560SL
2014 MB GL 550