Understanding Political Fundraising and Campaign Finance

What is one reason you might receive political fundraising texts?

• You attended a political rally.

• You subscribed to a political newsletter.

• Your phone number is randomly generated.

• Your contact information is on file as a registered voter.

Who was the first presidential candidate to campaign as we know it today?

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

• Andrew Jackson

• Thomas Jefferson

What is the primary role of the Federal Election Commission (FEC)?

• To count votes

• To create campaign ads

• To run elections

• To monitor money in politics

How much can an individual donate to a federal PAC annually?

• $1,000

• $5,000

• $10,000

• $20,000

What is a super PAC allowed to do that a regular PAC cannot?

• Create political ads

• Coordinate directly with candidates

• Raise and spend unlimited money

• Accept foreign donations

What is the main reason dark money groups are called 'dark'?

• They operate at night

• They do not disclose their donors

• They are illegal

• They only support negative campaigns

Which of the following is true about money in politics?

• Money is irrelevant in modern campaigns

• The candidate with the most money always wins

• Money can influence but not decide elections

• Money guarantees election success

In the 2016 presidential election, which campaign raised more money?

• Both raised the same amount

• Neither raised any money

• Donald Trump's campaign

• Hillary Clinton's campaign

What is one example of a successful campaign with less funding?

• Barack Obama's 2008 campaign

• George W. Bush's 2004 campaign

• Donald Trump's 2016 campaign

• Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's 2018 campaign

What is the key takeaway about political donations?

• You can vote to change your donation

• You can change your donation amount anytime

• Donations are a long-term investment in a candidate

• Donations are refundable if you dislike the candidate