John Kerry raised $5.7 million in a day when he announced his candidacy in 2004. Nobody said he didn't have a 'snowball's chance in hell'.
2007-12-19 03:07:16 · 13 answers · asked by Think Richly™ 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Elections
I think he certainly has a chance. But it is not all about money - it's about the way he uses that money to communicate his ideas, vision, record and experience to the American people. It depends on whether or not his message resonates with the American people, and whether they are energized to get out and vote for him.
2007-12-19 03:10:52 · answer #1 · answered by ItsJustMe 7 · 3⤊ 4⤋
Well since Kerry lost the election I would have to say it doesn't matter if 10m is raised in one day.
Every candidate running has a chance, some just have a greater chance than others.
Using Kerry as an example is proof that money doesn't equal votes.
2007-12-19 03:27:26 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 2⤋
Unfortunately, elections aren't about the quality of a voter, but the quantity of voters.
Having one supporter who is totally dedicated isn't worth nearly as much as a hundred people who will just vote and move on.
I'm not sure where I stand with Ron Paul. Of all the Republicans, he is my favorite. And if Hillary wins the Democratic ticket, Ron Paul has my vote.
2007-12-19 04:10:32 · answer #3 · answered by Blake 3 · 3⤊ 2⤋
I find the number of donors, especially new donors, as interesting as the money. While Beck conducted a fairly good interview, 20/20 continues to sit on the hour-long interview they have posted online. They force people to go online to learn about Ron Paul, then make all sorts of assumptions about us. I think he has a very real chance, but that does not mean it will be easy.
2007-12-19 03:41:48 · answer #4 · answered by Claire C 1 · 3⤊ 4⤋
I'm noticing a change in the coverage of Ron Paul. Not only is he getting more air time, but reporters are not being so negative about his campaign anymore.
Glenn Beck was actually friendly and not condesending when interviewing Paul last night.
2007-12-19 03:12:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 4⤋
By that Logic we should ask President Perot how he was doing or Steve Forbes.
Money does not equal success.
2007-12-19 06:42:41 · answer #6 · answered by Larry B 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
It could mean something for some candidates, nothing for others.
2007-12-19 03:35:00 · answer #7 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
It means the people do not want Hillary Clinton as president so bad they are opening up their wallets to defeat her.
2007-12-19 03:20:20 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 2⤋
Not Ron Paul.
2007-12-19 03:11:18 · answer #9 · answered by cmdrbnd007 6 · 4⤊ 3⤋
I think they are just trying to discourage those people who "don't want to throw their vote away." No one will be laughing after the 6th I have a feeling. Except maybe Romney.
2007-12-19 03:11:09 · answer #10 · answered by brandon r 3 · 3⤊ 4⤋