Attn: North Carolinians - Buy your way to elected representation

by Matt | April 15th, 2008 |

Patrick McHorny likes his young pal’s lollipops!

Despite the fact our Republic is supposed to be “of the people, by the people,” Congressman Patrick McHenry thinks he has a better idea: Let voters buy their way to elected representation and political power.

From Pat Go Bye-Bye we learn that McHenry is offering campaign contributors several “sponsorship” levels with various “benefits.”

Have $9,200? Well, be a member of McHenry’s “Congressional Circle.” You’ll get a semi-annual conference call, the McHenry Campaign Insider newsletter, a private weekend Washington, D.C. retreat, free tickets to all campaign events and free entry to McHenry’s annual Christmas party.

Don’t have quite that much cash to dole out? It’s okay — just fork over $4,600 and get the following benefits: tickets to two campaign events, free entry to McHenry’s annual Christmas party, a semi-annual conference call and the Campaign Insider.

Oh. Wait. You’re an average American forking over large amounts of cash for gas, utility bills, a mortgage and food? Oh, I’m sorry — You’re shit out of luck.

MattAbout the Author: Matt
Matt, 22, is an LGBT journalist, activist and youth advocate currently living and working in Charlotte, N.C., where he serves as the Editor of Q-Notes, the Carolinas' LGBT news source. A native of Winston-Salem, N.C., Matt attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and is still continuing to pursue his bachelors degree. He is the Owner & Editor of InterstateQ.com and has been active in LGBT advocacy work since the age of 14.

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  1. One Response to “Attn: North Carolinians - Buy your way to elected representation”

  2. I think you’ll get a kick out of his Primary Opponent Lance Sigmon’s commercial- McHenry has a whole hell of a lot on his plate this year. Good riddance, little turd.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LNsXaXCVg0

    By Jim Beam on Apr 17, 2008

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