Tight Budgets for Campaigns May Hinder Republicans

Tight Budgets for Campaigns May Hinder Republicans, Republicans enter the final six weeks of the election with a political wind at their back and opportunities for victory across the country, yet several state parties are at a severe financial disadvantage with Democrats, raising questions about whether Republicans can fully capitalize on a favorable climate.

Tight Budgets for Campaigns May Hinder Republicans, In Iowa, Republicans finished August with just $34,819 in the bank, less than one-tenth what the Democrats there have. At this point in previous campaign cycles, a large check has usually been in the mail from the Republican National Committee to help pay for the ground game. But this year, the party cannot afford to execute a robust voter turnout program, which could make a difference in tight races where Democrats hold a financial and organizational advantage.