Gigi,
I have no problem with contributions to your own campaign. My issue is the use of the term raised which incorrect. Giving/loaning your campaign money is not the same as raising it.
Further considering that it was listed as a loan this means that the candidate expects the money in return which means that the campaign is in actuality spending more money than it has actually raised.
There is nothing wrong with giving or loaning your campaign money as it shows the utmost confidence in ones self.
Eric J. Jones
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On May 15, 2012 8:40 AM, "Gigi Ransom" <gigifor5c12@yahoo.com> wrote:
-- --Eric,Please help me/us to understand what is the problem with contributing to your own campaign for whatever reason? Seems to me that this is legal. Also, what do you know to substantiate your statement that Mr. Wilds, I quote: "The fact is that for the last two periods Mr. Wilds has tried to boost his fundraising total by dumping large amounts of his own money into his campaign to make his take look much more impressive."I expressed appreciation for the correction, which may involve an unintentional human error. No, I haven't went back to take a look due to other priorities, but what information do you have to confirm the reason for Frank contributing to his own campaign "to make his take look much more impressive". Are you aware of a Wilds campaign strategy his own campaign workers are not aware of?I shared how Mr. Wilds has chosen to campaign. Is there something wrong/illegal about that? Low budget/grass roots effort for a short Special Election, rather the more extended time for a Primary/General Election? It made sense for Frank to take all these factors into consideration, the perception given to the voting public as to what are the real the priorities especially when it comes to spending others money, the financial burdens/pressures the common voter is experiencing at this time, so not to try to add to that burden, an importantly the impact in decision-making when you the majority of your fundraising is from Special Interests.Its like when you run a business, or truly believe in your campaign, no matter the amount, you make an investment toward your own success. Other candidates have done the same. That says something about their character.I never understood why so much emphasis is given to how much money a candidate raises makes them qualified to be elected. Endorsements can impact the amount raised, also there have been candidates who raised the most money, paid more per vote, and still lost. No matter the race, I used the fundraising as an example as to how other people's money is being spent, not to emphasize that the highest fundraiser should be elected. That is deceptive."Let there be Light"
Albrette "Gigi" RansomFrom: "Eric J. Jones, MSF" <ejjones.threed@gmail.com>
To: wardfive@googlegroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 12:50 AM
Subject: RE: [WardFive] Correction to: My Endorsement-Frank Wilds for Ward 5
--Mark,I have read the report no less than 5 times as I do with most OCF reports and per the report on page 1 line 11 column B it states that Cumulative Year-to-Date under contributions (other than loans) from:(a) Individuals/organizations other than political committees as $47,615.00 and if you go down to the total contribution it has the exact same number.Next if you go down to section13. Loans it states that this cycle (a) loans owed by the Candidate/PCC or the Committee (schedule E) as $8,500 and cumulative it states $18,500.00.If you then go down to Schedule E it states that the Full Name, Mailing Address and Zip Code of Loan Source as:Frank Wilds5016 Eastern Avenue, NEWashington, D.C. 20017It also states that the balance outstanding at close of this period to be $18,500.00.Now if I was a true ass whole or trying to be overly technical I could point out that the schedule E and the report was actually filled out incorrectly even though is nothing more than a technicality. The fact is that for the last two periods Mr. Wilds has tried to boost his fundraising total by dumping large amounts of his own money into his campaign to make his take look much more impressive. The only problem is that you have folks such as I who wait up for the reports to come in and monitor them for enjoyment.Eric J. JonesP Please consider the environment before printing this email.From: wardfive@googlegroups.com [mailto:wardfive@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Rob
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 12:38 AM
To: wardfive@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: [WardFive] Correction to: My Endorsement-Frank Wilds for Ward 5What do you know? Here comes the Big DOG - Watch out - Smile - What's up Mark - I mean Mr. Jones? BTW - How long have you been in Ward 5??? I want to know?? Just kidding!
RobOn Tue, May 15, 2012 at 12:25 AM, <mjones6452@aol.com> wrote:
Eric,
Slow down and read the financial report my friend.
Mark JonesTo: wardfive <wardfive@googlegroups.com>; 'Ward5' <ward5@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Mon, May 14, 2012 12:52 pm
Subject: RE: [WardFive] Correction to: My Endorsement-Frank Wilds for Ward 5
Gigi, Please make the correction that Mr. Wilds has actually only raised $47,615 with $18,5000 actually being given by Mr. Wilds. This is a major difference and should be pointed out. For those who may be interested the link for his financial report is http://ocf.dc.gov/pdf_files/EFS_generated/PCC_12_281_6598_O_0_1.pdf Eric J. Jonesejjones.threed@gmail.com P Please consider the environment before printing this email.
From: wardfive@googlegroups.com [mailto:wardfive@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Gigi Ransom
Sent: Monday, May 14, 2012 12:38 PM
To: Ward5; wardfive Google
Subject: [WardFive] Correction to: My Endorsement-Frank Wilds for Ward 5
By mistake, I left out a section regarding financial management with should have been included for clarity as below:
According to published reports, Mr. McDuffie is the leading fundraiser, over $90,000.00. Yet a week before the election he only had a little over $14,000.00 on hand with a staff and future expenses. That's over $60,000.00 spent before the Election Day! Mr. Wilds raised over $60,000.00, and has over $24,000.00 left for the last week with a small staff, only spending a little over a third of his funds up front, utilizing other cost-effective measures, up close and personal contact to reach out to our residents for their vote, displaying appreciation and accountability for the public's trust in the use of these funds.
(Left out by accident-now for clarity)
The logic considered is that Mr. McDuffie ran for the same seat only 2 years ago finishing 3rd in the vote still has immediate name recognition from this race. Mr. Wilds last ran for office in 2006 for the same seat. The most recent name recognition provides Mr. McDuffie with a clear advantage. So how/what level of wisdom gained from prior election experiences was applied in the use of these current funds to show accountability for wise choices in assessing your adversaries and campaign strategy in the race?
The question also becomes, how would these different financial management styles transfer over if elected in considering legislative and DC budgetary matters for our agencies and the expectations for the use of public funds? How can the person be taken seriously? Very important questions since there are some agencies such as DCPS who are constantly over budget and in need of serious guidance and accountability in using public funds. Who has shown the wisdom and accountability in the use of others or their own funds in this race? Frank Wilds!
"Let there be Light"
Albrette "Gigi" Ransom
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