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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1967
Page
8
A survey explores public views on campaign spending limits and cost-cutting ideas. It notes support for caps on totals, free candidate pamphlets, and similar measures. It cites figures on volunteer potential and family contributions, plus casualty comparisons across wars.
In tight congressional districts a House candidate may spend 50 000 to 100 000, with costs rising. In contrast British MPs are limited to 2000 to 3000 dollars depending on constituency size, and each candidate may send one free postage mailing.
Readers weigh the idea of government limits and subsidies to cover campaign costs. A large share favors allowing paid expenses while many oppose, preferring a nominating path and free media time during elections. Presidents Johnson and subsidies are cited as potential solutions to fund major costs.
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