$300/minute

This entry was published at least two years ago (originally posted on June 25, 2003). Since that time the information may have become outdated or my beliefs may have changed (in general, assume a more open and liberal current viewpoint). A fuller disclaimer is available.

According to the San Francisco Gate, the Bush re-election campaign is gearing up to spend at least \$426,640 a day, seven days a week, between now and November 2004.

That’s \$17,776.67 an hour.

Or \$296.27 — 3/4 of my weekly income — every minute.

As 18 1/2 Minute Gap pointed out, more money every day than 99% of Americans earn in a year.

Might this be a good time to mention that this would be an excellent time to donate to your preferred Democratic candidate (like, oh, say, Howard Dean)? I thought so.

(via August Pollak)