Rather than embarrass him, the barrage of allegations appear to have emboldened Clinton. Initially, the Democratic National Committee insisted the weekend would be closed to reporters and the names of participants would be kept secret. He noted that next week, when Republicans hold similar high-priced donor festivities in Washington, they will be private. Others said they give thousands not to buy access but because they believe in the party's principles. The more money you give, the less access you get because they're afraid to do anything for you.
Most people here give much more to charities.
Clinton's raspy voice prevented him from saying much today. The spirit of his personal dedication to the issues makes other people willing to sacrifice. Yet the circles Clinton traveled in this weekend were decidedly upper class. So if we really want to get a handle on this problem, we also have to say, if you observe the campaign finance limits, you should get free or reduced air time. After a round of golf, Clinton headed to Le Lac, a wealthy enclave in Boca Raton, for a fund-raiser for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.