John Edwards has reached out to those least able to support his campaign with money on many occasions. When it came to addressing supporters on his birthday, they got quite a deal. A barbeque and fixings were provided to over 500 supporters who donated $15 or more to attend.
I am guessing that kind of 'fundraiser' must drive his critics crazy since it appears that the event was designed to give access to people who will give their time to support him but are capable of making large monetary contributions. What a great idea!
http://www.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2007/06/10/edwards_courts_shallow_pocket_voters/"Edwards courts shallow-pocket voters"
By Mike Baker, Associated Press Writer | June 10, 2007
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. --Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards used his Sunday birthday fundraiser -- an event light on cash but heavy on voters -- to urge his shallow-pocket supporters to donate their time to help mobilize his campaign.
While most presidential campaign fundraisers feature thousand-dollar-a-plate meals, Edwards returned to his hometown roots with an event featuring backyard barbecue and pie. The entrance fee: $15.
Campaign officials said more than 500 people attended.
"If you want to see big, bold change in this country -- your country needs you. It needs you badly," Edwards, who turned 54 on Sunday, told the crowd. "The great movements in the American history did not start in the Oval Office, they started out across America."
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