Ritter-fundraising

Wednesday July 8, 2009 For Immediate Release Contact: David Kenney Phone: 303-898-5067 Ritter Campaign Raises Over $400,000 in Second Quarter The campaign to re-elect Colorado Governor Bill Ritter posted strong fundraising numbers for the second quarter of 2009. Despite a tough economy and the impacts of Amendment 54, which has limited donations to elected officials across the state, the Ritter for Governor campaign raised over $400,000. The campaign announced the fundraising totals via the internet in an email to supporters that also unveiled the campaign's innovative new website. www.RitterforGovernor.com "These fundraising figures clearly demonstrate the strong support for Bill Ritter from people all over Colorado" said David Kenney, campaign director. "People know that Bill Ritter is moving Colorado forward by making us a global leader in the New Energy Economy, creating jobs and expanding access to health care and improving education for Colorado families and they want that progress to continue" Kenney said. Q2 Fundraising Quick Facts: Total Amount: $400,000 + Number of donors: 1299 Average contribution: $315

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