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What I don't understand is why these donation amounts are so low. Do these reps really only get around $25k an industry on average? Do they use these donation
by mahyarm 15y ago
What I don't understand is why these donation amounts are so low. Do these reps really only get around $25k an industry on average? Do they use these donations personally like it's extra pay or for campaign expenses? Is there a lot more money that we don't see?
- Jach 15y agoSomething we don't necessarily see is what sort of after-retirement deals they have lined up that may be in the millions. I'm sure there are other sources as well. But in general, politicians are pretty cheap.
- beernutz 15y agoExactly! Like Chris Dodd becoming CEO of the MPAA who is reportedly being paid $1.5 million a year as his base salary.