Jeb Bush has had a huge advantage from the start.
Because he's the brother and son of former presidents, he already had numerous connections to willing donors and supporters. He has a huge financial lead on the other Republican candidates, and it might be the deciding factor in this race to the GOP nomination.
Rubio is very much up there with the other politicians in terms of support, but lacks heavily in capital. The question posed by the article asks if that could be where the line is drawn between winner and loser - and I think it's very much so. The publicity Bush will be able to garner through television advertisements gives him a huge advantage.
In a world run by money, I wouldn't be surprised if money has the final word in this battle for the nomination.
http://news.yahoo.com/rubios-lean-campaign-keep-bushs-behemoth-184913808--election.html
In this day and age, money typically means power. With that said, Bush definitely has the advantage over Rubio due to the fact that he has connections and subsequently money. Most Americans are probably aware of the fact that another Bush is running for presidency - on the other hand, they may have no idea who Rubio is. What Rubio does have going for him though, is that he is the "son of working-class immigrants", a position that makes him more "relatable" for the emotional voters. However, that may not be enough to get his name and ideas set in place in the mind's of the voters. His policies, background, and performances in debates can only get him so far in this election.
ReplyDeleteI really don't think this is a new issue. Money has been always choosing the winner of elections forever and Bush is just another person to be benefitted by this. Money talks and Bush is talking a lot right now. However, another thing to look at is how the Republican Party can amass a much greater amount than the Democratic Party. Often times, a few wealthy individuals will invest a large sum of money for one candidate who then can benefit them while in office.
ReplyDeleteI acknowledge that money can play a huge role in a candidate's campaign, but that does not necessarily serve as the victory weapon for a presidential nomination. Having more capital is definitely advantageous, however, it still depends on the candidates appeal and his actions and the words that he's putting out to the press that determines his success.
ReplyDeleteWhile money is a large factor in everything, I don't think that it will be the final word in the primaries. While Marco Rubio's campaign, compared to Jeb Bush's campaign, may have little funding, all the Republican candidates have a large amount of money. If the main battle was between Rubio and Bush, maybe money would be more important, but with other well funded candidates such as Trump, I think the main battle will between who is more charismatic, who the voters will like more.
ReplyDeleteAlthough I agree money has a lot to do with winning political election, I do not agree that money is the deciding factor in for the presidential election of 2016. I think for this election people are more concerned about new policies that can make America better and picking a candidate they can trust, for in recent surveys Americans display an increasing distrust in the political system and unhappiness with how the system works. This explains the high amount of support fro Donald Trump as he is different from most politicians that run for presidency and offers hope to Americans for a different political system if he wins.
ReplyDeleteWhile some people don't like to admit it, we are all easily swayed whenever money comes into the equation. I do not mean to say that Bush or any of the candidates are going to right out buy votes from people (that is fraud is it not??) but the publicity that one receives using these funds and money are going to definitely effect the outcome at the polls. Money is power and strength, and it can bring people to high up positions. Of course the views of the people are also very strong, so money is not the only thing involved, but it sure is significant.
ReplyDeleteI do think that money can be influential but I don't think that it is what will make or break a campaign. If you read the article, Bush, with all the money he's raised, has only invested in television ads in three states. South Carolina which is one of them, is a traditionally red state. Money is influential but other factors matter more. Bush's distinct advantage is his big name but in the end his policies and public stature will be the game changers
ReplyDeleteMoney rules this country so it will definitely rule this election. Bush has the greatest financial support of all the candidates and I believe this will determine the election. This financial edge means the support of many people that control our country. The support of these people will sway the election in favor of Bush because they have power and money, the greatest combination in the US.
ReplyDeleteMoney will play a role in the elections because according to the amount of money you spend, you will have resources for the campaigns. Bush has good policies and money to support is campaign, but my friends and I were discussing how the previous two Bush presidents' reputation overshadow his legacy. The last Bush wasn't the best President our country had, but money does talk. Money in most terms equals power. If you have money and power, then many doors open up for you.
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