MI-GOV: GOP hopeful pumps millions of own money into Michigan governor's race
LANSING — Some Michigan gubernatorial candidates are beginning to establish significant fundraising leads over their competition in next year’s primary elections, according to new campaign finance disclosures filed Monday.
Among the biggest fundraisers were Republican U.S. Rep. John James, Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, who is running for governor as an independent.
But it was former Attorney General Mike Cox, a Republican, whose campaign ended the period with the most cash on hand after he poured another $2 million of his own money into the race during the period ending Oct. 20.
Campaign fundraising can rise and fall over time, though in the age of digital fundraising, most successful candidates maintain a consistent donor base. While large hauls can indicate the viability of a campaign, they don’t guarantee victory and don’t always reflect grassroots enthusiasm.
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