Iowa Democratic Party Outraises Republican Party of Iowa

Posted on April 21st, 2010 by Ali Glisson

The Iowa Democratic Party successfully outraised the Republican Party of Iowa in the first quarter of 2010. The announcement comes as both parties have filed their financial reports with the Federal Election Commission. The Iowa Democratic Party raised $379,100.50 for the quarter and has $177,033.17 cash-on-hand.[1] The Republican Party of Iowa raised $208,187.04 and maintains $161,978.79 cash on hand.[2] “My goal is to make sure Iowa Democrats have the resources needed to win this November,” said Iowa Democratic Party Chairman Michael Kiernan. “Between our fundraising success last year and our early success this year, we will meet our goal, and have the momentum to carry us through the year.” In February, Iowa Democrats announced that it raised $2.47 million in 2009 while the Republican Party of Iowa raised $1.46 million.[3] “Here’s the untold story: Iowa Democrats are excited. We have a 100,000 voter registration advantage. Forbes just highlighted Cedar Rapids and Des Moines for their progress in creating jobs and rebuilding the economy. Iowa Democrats are moving this state forward, and we will win in November.” State reports for the first part of this year will be filed in May with the Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board.

1. Federal Election Commission, Accessed 4/21/10.
2. Federal Election Commission, Accessed 4/21/10.
3. Iowa Democratic Party, 2/2/10.

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