Steyer Tops Adelson in Superpac Political Donations

Will Steyer, a former hedge fund manager, has become a significant political donor, surpassing his pledge of $50 million to defeat Republican candidates. He has donated $55 million to his Next Gen Climate Action Committee since June 2013. This surpasses Sheldon Adelson's $50 million donation to Republican causes in 2012. Steyer is also known for his efforts to stop the Keystone Oil pipeline.

What was Will Steyer's profession before he became involved in politics?

• Real estate developer

• Hedge fund manager

• Tech entrepreneur

• Investment banker

How much money did Steyer initially pledge to spend to defeat Republican candidates?

• $60 million

• $30 million

• $40 million

• $50 million

To which committee did Steyer donate $15 million?

• NextGen Climate Action Committee

• Greenpeace

• Climate Change Action Group

• Environmental Defense Fund

Who was another major donor mentioned, who contributed to Republican causes in 2012?

• Michael Bloomberg

• George Soros

• Warren Buffett

• Sheldon Adelson

What environmental project has Steyer been notably involved in opposing?

• Keystone Oil Pipeline

• Fracking in California

• Arctic Drilling

• Dakota Access Pipeline