It seems counterintuitive to flood campaign coffers in order to dry them out. But the DNC can't claim even the pretense of such lofty ideals. Which could help Hiatt's cause after all. Publicity surrounding such disturbing miscounts might just fuel a reform drive, even if Hiatt's reform-minded Democrats drag their feet. Browse The full Mother Jones 400 list.
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