Posts Tagged Campaign Finances
Fundraising disclosures show an edge for Democrats in the state Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 21, 2023
The latest round of campaign finance disclosures show the 2023 election is attracting record amounts of campaign cash. Michael Pope tells us Democrats have an edge in fundraising for the Senate.
What campaign finance records show about this year’s General Assembly races
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 20, 2023
The latest round of campaign finance disclosures are breaking records and revealing the shape of the 2023 election. Michael Pope reports.
New report: Virginia is one of the worst offenders when it comes to lax campaign finance laws
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 23, 2022
Virginia’s lax campaign finance laws are once again in the spotlight for opening the door to corruption. Michael Pope explains why.
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Limiting campaign donations met with resistance in the Virginia Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 18, 2022
Members of the state Senate are rejecting limits to campaign contributions. Michael Pope is at the Capitol with the latest.
It’s Open Season for Campaign Fundraising Thanks to Mostly Online Special Session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 12, 2021
Lawmakers are now in a General Assembly unlike any other, partly because it’s largely virtual. But, the laws around campaign fundraising also work differently. Michael Pope reports.
Legislation Closing Campaign Finance Loophole Moving Forward in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 10, 2021
Virginia lawmakers may be on the verge of closing one of the most notorious campaign finance loopholes in the country. Michael Pope reports.
The Growing Cost of Virginia Elections
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 9, 2019
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This year’s election for the House of Delegates was the most expensive ever. Michael Pope reports.
National Interest in Virginia’s Statehouse Elections is Drawing Big Fundraising Numbers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 29, 2019
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New campaign-finance numbers show certain races for the House of Delegates attracting outsized interest and campaign cash. Michael Pope reports.
TV Ad Buys Are Heating Up with Election Day Around the Corner
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 16, 2019
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As Election Day approaches, some races are eating up time on the TV airwaves. Michael Pope reports.
One Group Wants Virginia Candidates to Disclose Where Their Contributions Come From
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 14, 2019
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One watchdog group is worried about government ethics in Virginia. And, it’s challenging candidates for the General Assembly to do something about it. Michael Pope reports.
The Impact of Small-Dollar Donations in Virginia Elections
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 24, 2019
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Candidates often brag about the amount of money they’ve pulled in. But, sometimes a campaign is known more for the amount of donors. Michael Pope reports.
Summer Fundraising Helps Several Democrats Pull Ahead of Their Republican Rivals
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 20, 2019
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Campaign finance numbers from the summer show Democrats pulled ahead of Republicans in several campaigns for the General Assembly. Michael Pope is following the money.
With Deadlines Approaching, Campaigns Use Different Tricks to Influence Finance Disclosures
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 16, 2019
Candidates for the General Assembly are facing a key deadline this week for campaign finance. Michael Pope is following the money.
Virginia Incumbents and Their Challengers Often Have More in Common Than Meets the Eye
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 14, 2019
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Who are the people running against all those incumbent members of the Virginia General Assembly this year? And just how rich are they? Michael Pope reports.
When it Comes to Small-Dollar Donations, Democrats Are Out-Raising Republicans
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 25, 2019
Campaign-finance disclosures show business groups and corporations are donating to Republican incumbents in this year’s General Assembly races. But, Democrats are leading in smaller donations. Michael Pope reports.
Big Spenders Don’t Always Win Elections, But They Win Quite Often
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 24, 2019
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For candidates trying to get elected, spending money isn’t everything. But as Michael Pope reports, it’s often a sign of success.
Some Incumbents Facing Stiff Fundraising Challenges from Opponents
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 17, 2019
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The latest round of campaign-finance documents are shedding new light on the contours of Election 2019. Michael Pope is looking at the numbers.
Incumbents in some Key Races Trail in Fundraising
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 21, 2019
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Campaign-finance numbers show several members of the General Assembly need to play catch up now that the session has ended. Michael Pope has details.
With Next Week’s Primary Elections Looming, Which Candidates Have a Leg Up in Fundraising?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 5, 2018
Democrat Alison Friedman is hoping to unseat Republican-incumbent Barbara Comstock in the state’s 10th Congressional District. (Credit: alisonforvirginia.com)
Candidates for Congress are raising and spending millions of dollars in advance of next week’s primary election. Michael Pope reports.
Outside Money Again Looks Likely to Play A Role in Virginia’s Elections
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 24, 2018
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As the politics of 2018 heat up, money is flooding in from across the country. Michael Pope is digging into the numbers.
Lawmakers Want to Crack Down on How Campaign Funds Can Be Used
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 24, 2018
Delegate Marcus Simon (D-Fairfax) wants to put restrictions on how candidates can spend campaign funds. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
It’s been several years since former Governor Bob McDonnell was accused of accepting gifts in exchange for official’s acts. But, as Michael Pope reports, lawmakers are still trying to close loopholes in the law.
Following The Money From High-Interest Lenders To Lawmakers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 1, 2017
LoanMax is the most generous high-interest leader lender, giving about $350,000 this election cycle. (Credit: Michael Pope)
Companies that offer high-interest loans are fighting back against efforts to reform their industry, and part of that effort involves writing checks to political campaigns. Michael Pope reports.
Does More Money Lead to More Competitive House of Delegates Races?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 23, 2017
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Republicans and Democrats are both targeting certain races for the House of Delegates this year, hoping to invest in retaining seats or in some cases flipping them to the other side. Michael Pope reports.
When It Comes to Cash on Hand, State Republicans Hold a Significant Advantage
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 4, 2017
Delegate Chris Jones (R-Suffolk) has $700,000 in his campaign account. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
All the buzz this year in the election for House of Delegates has been with the Democrats, who are eager to capitalize on uneasiness with President Trump. But, as Michael Pope reports, most of the money is with the Republicans.
Fundraising Numbers Paint a Competitive Picture of Virginia’s Gubernatorial Race
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 18, 2017
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New fundraising numbers in the race for governor show a hotly competitive race with some candidates raising large amounts of campaign cash. Reporter Michael Pope is digging into the numbers.
Candidates’ Free-Flowing Campaign Cash May Soon Be No More
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 10, 2017
Delegate Marcus Simon, D-Fairfax, wants to close a lingering campaign finance loophole. (Credit: Steve Helber / AP)
Virginia is known for its lax campaign finance laws, a quirk in the state code that led to former Governor Bob McDonnell’s high-profile corruption trial. While that case led to changes in the state’s ethics laws, one loophole is still open. As Michael Pope reports, it’s become a hot topic on the campaign trail.
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