Money in politics

Read the figures correctly

Missing values mean “not reported,” not zero. Committees have different reporting deadlines; always check the coverage date. Candidate totals overlap their committees. Outside-spending notices can contain amendments and are not additive. Lobbying expenses and registrant income can overlap.

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