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David Callahan

@DavidCallahanIP

Founder & Editor, Inside Political Money and Inside Philanthropy | Political Scientist | Reporting and Analysis on Money in Politics, Wealth and Influence

 Los Angeles, CA
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NEW: Democratic Majority for Israel, a mid-tier pro-Israel super PAC, is spending over $10 million this cycle boosting pro-Israel Democrats. Can it help fend off a wave of anti-Israel sentiment in the party? In @InsidePolMoney insidepoliticalmoney.com/new…
DMFI’s $10 Million Push to Keep Democrats Pro-Israel

DMFI’s $10 Million Push to Keep Democrats Pro-Israel

As support for Israel declines, Democratic Majority for Israel is expanding beyond primaries, pouring millions into battleground House races to help its allies win in November.

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Good take on the small donor factor by @jsscppr with excellent data. The larger backdrop here is that the top 20% of voters by income now lean heavily Democratic. share.google/VJdalDyXbsoY4qJ…
The hidden GOP fundraising weakness is getting worse

The hidden GOP fundraising weakness is getting worse

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Here's an overview of where the money for Government That Works PAC comes from and where it goes. buff.ly/SDRkUF0
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I took a deep dive into the Government That Works PAC, a mostly dark-money Democratic operation making a splash this cycle, especially as it pushes into Republican territory. buff.ly/Pf8WI1V

Government That Works Is Betting on Democratic Reach Races. Who’s Funding It?

Backed mainly by dark money nonprofits, GTW is helping Democrats compete beyond the usual battlegrounds — with some early bets now looking prescient.

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Here's a snapshot of recent fundraising and the cash on hand on October 14 of top super PACs and party committees, based on recent filings.
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An array of Democratic super PACs are betting that Scott Colom has a chance of scoring an upset victory in a long-shot Senate race. Here's who's spending. buff.ly/ZFv4bDi
The Outside Money Trying to Put Mississippi in Play

The Outside Money Trying to Put Mississippi in Play

An array of Democratic super PACs are betting that Scott Colom has a chance of scoring an upset victory in a long shot Senate race. Here's who's spending.

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The race for the toss-up seat in MI-7 is another test of the Democratic establishment’s willingness to aid party outsiders. @jhv85 looks at where things stand for @InsidePolMoney buff.ly/FsmHL6w
Establishment Money Is Flowing to Progressive Will Lawrence. Is It Enough?

Establishment Money Is Flowing to Progressive Will Lawrence. Is It Enough?

The race for the toss-up seat in MI-7 is another test of the Democratic establishment’s willingness to aid party outsiders. Here's where the money story stands.

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Battles over Israel have faded during the general election, but money from key groups in this fight is still flowing. @gabe_stutman offers a rundown for @InsidePolMon buff.ly/7Icnbnz
AIPAC and Its Rivals Make Their Final Midterm Bets

AIPAC and Its Rivals Make Their Final Midterm Bets

Battle over Israel have faded during the general election, but money from key groups in this fight is still flowing. Here's a rundown.

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Hard to believe, but Fairshake, the crypto super-pac, is spending more ($47 MM) againt Sherrod Brown than it spent last cycle ($40 MM) against him. The Winklevoss twins are throwing down another $6 MM. Wow. insidepoliticalmoney.com/new…
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Despite predictions by @davidsirota and others that the Democratic establishment might abandon progressive insurgents in general election races, the opposite is happening. Two of those candidates are among the top beneficiaries of outside spending from Democratic groups, according to @InsidePolMoney's latest analysis of FEC data. And more money is on the way.
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Establishment Money Is Flowing to Progressive Will Lawrence. Is It Enough?

Establishment Money Is Flowing to Progressive Will Lawrence. Is It Enough?

The race for the toss-up seat in MI-7 is another test of the Democratic establishment’s willingness to aid party outsiders. Here's where the money story stands.

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Can Democratic Establishment Money Keep El-Sayed Competitive in Michigan?

Can Democratic Establishment Money Keep El-Sayed Competitive in Michigan?

The GOP has built a huge spending edge in the toss-up Senate race. Schumer-aligned money and wealthy donors—including Jewish supporters—are helping El-Sayed fight back.

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We've been tracking this for a while. insidepoliticalmoney.com/new…
After a Bitter Primary, Will Democratic Money Unite Behind Randy Villegas?

After a Bitter Primary, Will Democratic Money Unite Behind Randy Villegas?

Democrats have one of their pickup opportunities in CA-22, setting up a sharp test case of whether establishment donors will fully back progressive candidates trying to flip seats in House battlegr...

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Xavier Becerra is almost certain to become California's next governor. So why has more than $20 million poured into his campaign, as if he's in a competitive race? And who's giving, exactly? @jaffe_toby digs in for @InsidePolMoney. buff.ly/1wpuu3i
Following the Money in California’s Billionaire Tax Battle

Following the Money in California’s Billionaire Tax Battle

Over $300 million has now been raised to block California's proposed tax on billionaires, nearly all of it coming from those who would pay the tax. Here's how the money is flowing.

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Starting a few days after October 15, we can expect that a bunch of brand-new super PACs will start spending in key elections. These PACs, popping up right after the FEC's last reporting deadline, will be created to cloak the source of last-minute campaign spending. @gabe_stutman digs into how these entities operate. buff.ly/OcBlrE4
Spend Now, Disclose Later: How Pop-Up PACs Keep Voters in the Dark

Spend Now, Disclose Later: How Pop-Up PACs Keep Voters in the Dark

Pop-up PACs spent millions in this year’s primaries while keeping their donors hidden until after the vote. The same loophole could shape the midterms’ final weeks.

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My look at how the Public First super PAC network has tried to shape the AI debate by promising protection to politicians who stand up to the AI industry and its super PAC, Leading the Future. buff.ly/KROkIhE

“The Death Star Is Overrated”: Inside Public First's AI Counteroffensive

With deep pockets and bipartisan ties, an AI safeguards network has challenged Silicon Valley’s political muscle. Can it turn that counterweight into meaningful oversight?

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This is by far the best article about the AI Super PACs, IMO. @DavidCallahanIP did a great job writing a first draft of history for Inside Political Money. bit.ly/4emLY7u
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Bar chart showing MAGA Inc. and No Going Back PAC House race spending (Trump’s Super PACs Have Spent $153 million. Where’s the Money Going? ) buff.ly/fYFbluR
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I recently dug into @GuardrailsNow, cofounded by @SLThomas and @Lhunthendrix to counter the influx of AI industry money into elections and create a stronger voice for civil society in AI debates. buff.ly/cavnxzD
Guardrails’ Bet: Turn Big AI Money Into a Political Liability

Guardrails’ Bet: Turn Big AI Money Into a Political Liability

As AI super PACs pour tens of millions into elections, a small progressive group is working to turn industry money against the candidates who benefit from it.

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Inside Political Money has been watching closely to see whether establishment donors step up to help progressive candidates this fall. Here, @JaffeToby digs into the toss-up CA-22 race, where @Villegas_CA22 — who overcame heavy outside spending to win the primary against a moderate opponent — is working to flip a GOP-held seat. buff.ly/m7fdGI9
After a Bitter Primary, Will Democratic Money Unite Behind Randy Villegas?

After a Bitter Primary, Will Democratic Money Unite Behind Randy Villegas?

Democrats have one of their pickup opportunities in CA-22, setting up a sharp test case of whether establishment donors will fully back progressive candidates trying to flip seats in House battlegr...

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