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Intelligencer
2 days ago
US Elections

The Wildest Things Trump Said at His Private Mar-a-Lago Donor Retreat

Trump compared the Biden administration to the Nazi secret police. [ more ]
Intelligencer
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Why a Second Trump Term Will Make the Middle Class Pay

Trump keen on new middle-class tax cut for a second term [ more ]
The Nation
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

His Billionaire Buddies' Bribery Bails Out Trump, Again and Again

Trump's fundraising event was more low-key compared to Biden's star-studded affair but reportedly raised more money.
There is skepticism surrounding the exact figures claimed by Trump, given his history of exaggerating numbers. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Opinion | Why Some Billionaires Will Back Trump

Trump campaign facing financial challenges with lagging donations.
Wealthy donors may support Trump for tax benefits, despite successful economy under Biden. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

President Biden's celeb-packed $25M fundraiser is the height of Dem elitism

Fundraising event for Biden's re-election campaign at Radio City Music Hall raised $25 million before doors opened.
Criticism of Biden's fundraising from wealthy donors despite claims of fighting for working-class Americans. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
4 months ago
Left-wing politics

Peek inside Joe Biden's campaign fundraisers, where big money mingles with old jokes in swanky homes

President Joe Biden is accelerating his fundraising efforts for the upcoming election, with fundraisers attended by wealthy donors taking place across the country.
Fundraisers offer a rare glimpse into the lives of the country's wealthiest and most influential individuals, with attendees paying top dollar for access to President Biden. [ more ]
The American Conservative
2 months ago
Right-wing politics

Veep Symposium: Nikki Haley

Nikki Haley could bring in wealthy donors for the Trump campaign
Haley may appeal to moderate and suburban women voters [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

How Mayor Adams wants donors to save New York

NYC Mayor Eric Adams is seeking help from wealthy donors to fill budget gaps.
Private philanthropic giving to the city has declined significantly in recent years. [ more ]
www.amny.com
4 months ago
NYC politics

Op-Ed | Eric Adams' NYC is only a City of Yes' for rich campaign donors | amNewYork

Mayor Adams is facing an FBI investigation into his 2021 campaign finance operation.
Adams has been accused of prioritizing the interests of his wealthy donors over the working class. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Education

A New Playbook for College Donors: Power Politics

Wealthy donors are exerting more influence in higher education and are willing to engage in public pressure campaigns.
Donations to colleges and universities have significantly increased over the years, with a majority coming from a small percentage of donors. [ more ]
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