Bates, Eric.

Campaign Inflation. / Eric Bates and others. - Mother Jones, 2001. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2002. Article 25. Business, 1522-3191; .

Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2002. Originally Published: Campaign Inflation, March/April 2001; pp. 46-55.

"Industry pumped in a record $646 million to elect George W. Bush and a GOP Congress. The Mother Jones 400 reveals the nation's top contributors--and what they expect in return." (MOTHER JONES) This article tracks the 2001 campaign contributions from big businesses and addresses precisely what the various industries hope to gain from their substantial donations.

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Business and politics.
Campaign funds.
Energy industries.
Financial services industry.
High technology industries.
Industry and education.
Influence (Psychology)
Lawyers.
Manufacturing industries.
Political participation.
Telecommunication.

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