Posted on Thursday, 27th March 2008 by Bruce
Using the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign’s database information, I created this graphic comparing “Interest Group†contributions to the two state Supreme Court candidates. I find it fascinating, so I thought I’d share it with you.
Even after adjustment for the additional two year time period in Butler’s finance reporting, I don’t know how a person could possibly look at this graphic and not walk away stunned by the key difference in whom these two candidates would most likely find themselves beholden to in their judicial opinions.
Never mind that Butler’s outraised ($649,396 to $276,294) and outspent ($425,421 to $155,784) Gableman almost 3 to 1, according to data current through 3/17/08.
Check out the data and draw your own conclusions, remembering that this election is for a 10 year term on the bench. Lawyers, Law Firms, Lobbyists and Labor Unions could get a big bang for their buck in 10 years.
This election has huge implications for the future sustainability of business in Wisconsin.
UPDATED: With Patrick’s help, I’ve posted a clearer version of the graphic in our archive. Click the thumbnail version below to get the full size image. I’ve also made it available as a PDF that you can pass around the office (or hang in a certificate frame) at this link
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March 27th, 2008 at 11:27 am
When Scott Walker raised more money that Lena Taylor, it was a big news story, but this…
March 27th, 2008 at 12:07 pm
The top of Bulter’s list tells us everything we need to know.
Why is Education not grouped with Civil servant/public employee?
March 27th, 2008 at 12:17 pm
Wow! That’s an eye opener.
Your graphic belongs on the front page of every newspaper in Wisconsin.
March 27th, 2008 at 3:11 pm
I am a little confused. Why is Gableman’s support from manufacturing and business not as controversial? Of the top ten contributors for both candidates, in varied amounts, five out of ten are the same types of groups.
March 29th, 2008 at 3:04 pm
Butler’s $304,814.46 from Lawyers/Law Firms/Lobbyists v. Gableman’s $37,985.30 from Manufacturing & Distributing —
I find it hard to believe that you’re confused.
March 29th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
Mary, trust me he is confused.
He’s been dazed and confused for so long it’s not true.
March 29th, 2008 at 6:02 pm
#6 – Lots of people talkin’, few of them know.
April 6th, 2008 at 8:52 am
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