Mr. Schale, the director of Florida for Change, is an immensely influential Democrat whose endorsement of Rep. Meek is an acknowledgment that the Primary race is all but over.
The General election, however, is a different matter altogether. As of the last reporting period, Rep. Meek has raised $2,680,339, while Gov. Christ has raised $4,399,948. Large majorities of both candidates’ funding is from individual contributions, so this is a trend likely to continue.
In a state with four major media markets, money is the most important factor. Unless Congressman Meek can close the fundraising gap, he will lose this race. He’s relied a little more on PAC money than Crist, so that avenue is likely to be dried up for him. He can, however, tap the pockets of national Democrats, thanks to an apparent relationship with Bill Clinton, who appeared at his first fundraiser.
Good luck to the Congressman.
Give to Kendrick here.
