Donors Finagle Luxury Perks At RNC Fundraising
Donors are promised lavish perks at the Republican National Convention as fundraisers sprint toward a record 2000 haul. VIP skyboxes, yacht cruises, dinners, and breakfast with leaders lure contributors, with gifts reaching 15 plus events for $100,000 plus levels, while Democrats trail slightly in overall money raised.
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Nader Denounces Convention as Political Carnival
At a health care rally near the GOP convention site, Ralph Nader condemns both parties for accepting federal funds and private contributions. He accuses them of bowing to health care and oil interests, describing the system as a “political carnival” and criticizing Cheney and Halliburton ties.
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