The money behind the politics: Tracking campaign finance data for Pennsylvania candidates

HARRISBURG, Pa. — More and more money is flowing into political campaigns, from races for state judges and legislators up to U.S. president.

But while candidates are using money from donors to tell their stories to would-be voters, the source of those dollars can tell a story about the candidates, too. Following the ideology of major donors could give voters insights into the ideology of the candidates, she said. As for candidate priorities, it’s unlikely money could change a candidate’s truly held beliefs, but it may encourage them to pursue certain projects sooner or more aggressively than others.

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