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News of the Day ... In Perspective11/15/2007
Ron Paul sets one-day GOP fundraising record
On Nov 5, Ron Paul, thanks to an extraordinary outpouring of internet support, raised $4.2 million in 24 hours, surpassing Mitt Romney�s previous record of $3.1 million.
There were more than 35,000 contributors, of whom 20,000 were first-time donors. Only 1.9 percent have reached their FEC limit. Individuals may give up to $2,300 per candidate per election.
The one-day campaign raised the fourth-quarter total to $7.4 million; the goal is $12 million by the end of the year.
These �phenomenal numbers are just the most recent indication that our momentum is building across this nation,� said Paul campaign manager Lew Moore. �Today�s numbers show that Dr. Paul�s message of freedom, prosperity and peace has the power to elevate us to the top and secure the Republican Party nomination.�
The Nov 5 campaign was coordinated through an independent website set up by 37-year-old Trevor Lyman, who runs a music promotion website.
Lyman describes himself as �mostly apathetic� on politics. He started supporting Paul when the congressman was just exploring a presidential run. He also started a website devoted to Ron Paul videos. (Z Byron Wolf, ABC News 11/6/07).
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