In state-level elections, the race for governor is the marquee contest on the ballot, setting the tone for the next two to four years in state government. And several upcoming governor’s races are expected to garner more attention — and be more contentious — than usual due to governors’ COVID-related decisions and rumored 2024 presidential aspirations. We’ve looked at the initial fundraising numbers in the 2022 gubernatorial races in the swing states. Even before the deadline for challengers to jump in, the incumbents are actively fundraising, with Abbott and DeSantis leading the pack.
Arizonans for Great Schools and a Strong Economy
Arizona Committee
$1,542,793Total Contributions
$1,541,579Total Expenditures
Financial Activity
Top Contributors
Total Contributions | Name |
---|---|
$913,079.84 | Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry |
$128,000.00 | William H Brady III |
$50,000.00 | Meritage Homes |
$25,000.00 | Bruce Hoechner |
$25,000.00 | EK Gaylord |
$25,000.00 | Gerald Schwalbach |
$25,000.00 | Greater Phoenix Leadership Inc |
$25,000.00 | John Cotton |
$25,000.00 | Ken Kendrick |
$25,000.00 | Raymond Barton |
Top Payees
Total Expenditures | Payee |
---|---|
$767,410.86 | Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry |
$150,058.46 | McCarthy Hennings Whalen Inc |
$82,542.91 | Public Opinion Strategies |
$59,815.00 | Lovasco LLC |
$54,632.61 | Statecraft PLLC |
$41,941.41 | William H Brady III |
$32,766.72 | Meritage Homes |
$16,383.36 | Bruce Hoechner |
$16,383.36 | EK Gaylord |
$16,383.36 | Gerald Schwalbach |
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