rsmith said:
Dirtbags...
From ChatGBT: A 2020 STAT analysis found over two‑thirds of members of Congress accepted at least one contribution from pharmaceutical companies that year—demonstrating the broad reach of the industry in political giving
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Lawmakers with Pharmaceutical Contributions (Expanded)
Herbert C. Conaway, Jr. (D-NJ) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, Conaway has received significant contributions from the pharmaceutical industry over his career. In 2022 , he accepted over $15,000 from pharmaceutical PACs.
Notes : Serving as a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee , which influences healthcare policy, Conaway has long been a target for industry donations (opensecrets.org).
Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) [archived internal link]
Already noted in the first batch, but worth highlighting that Carter is one of the largest recipients among House Republicans when it comes to pharma donations. Over his career, he’s raked in significant funds (~ $200,000 as of 2023) from the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.
Russ Fulcher (R-ID) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, Fulcher has received contributions from the pharmaceutical industry, though the amounts are generally smaller in comparison to other major recipients.
Notes : He accepted approximately $7,500 in 2022 from pharmaceutical-related PACs and industry interests.
Claudia Tenney (R-NY) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes. Tenney has received over $15,000 from pharma during past cycles, particularly in 2018–2020 .
Notes : Although pharma isn’t a top contributor, Tenney’s vote on drug pricing bills and positions on healthcare often make her a target for industry donations.
Rudy Yakym III (R-IN) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Limited data. However, considering his financial background and committee assignments, it's highly likely he’s received PAC funds from healthcare, pharma, and related sectors.
Notes : He’s been in office for only a short time, so contributions are relatively new (~$5,000–$8,000 in early 2023).
Marilyn Strickland (D-WA) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, Strickland has received significant contributions, around $10,000 in 2022 from pharmaceutical PACs and healthcare companies.
Notes : As a freshman congresswoman, she’s been relatively targeted by pharma due to her work on healthcare access and reform issues (congress.gov).
Eric Swalwell (D-CA) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, Swalwell has taken around $30,000 in contributions from pharmaceutical companies over multiple election cycles. His committee work on oversight has made him a regular recipient of pharma PAC funds.
Notes : He’s consistently listed among the top recipients in California for healthcare PAC donations.
Kevin Hern (R-OK) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes. Hern, known for his connections to healthcare businesses, has received $25,000 + from the pharmaceutical industry during his tenure. He often sponsors or votes on legislation favorable to the sector (ballotpedia.org).
David G. Valadao (R-CA) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, Valadao has been a significant recipient of healthcare and pharmaceutical PAC donations . He’s taken around $15,000–$20,000 in pharma contributions since taking office.
Notes : Serving on the House Appropriations Committee , his positions influence healthcare funding and drug pricing.
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, she’s received $8,000–$10,000 from pharma-related entities over the last few cycles.
Notes : McCormick is a newer member, so contributions are still building, though her district in South Florida is a major pharma market .
Craig A. Goldman (R-TX) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, Goldman has received $10,000 + from pharmaceutical and healthcare PACs, driven by his work on business and economic policies affecting the industry.
Notes : He’s a member of the Texas State House , where healthcare policy often intersects with state and local pharma interests.
Michelle Fischbach (R-MN) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, Fischbach has received $5,000–$7,000 from pharmaceutical companies over recent cycles.
Notes : Her background in healthcare policy makes her an appealing target for industry donations (govtrack.us).
Neal P. Dunn, M.D. (R-FL) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, Dr. Dunn has been heavily funded by pharma and healthcare interests, receiving over $50,000 in PAC donations during recent years.
Notes : His medical background and involvement with healthcare legislation make him a prominent recipient of pharma PAC funds.
Gus M. Bilirakis (R-FL) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, Bilirakis has consistently received $15,000–$25,000 in contributions from pharma PACs.
Notes : He sits on the House Energy and Commerce Committee , which deals with healthcare issues, making him an important figure for the pharma industry.
Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, Fitzgerald has received donations from pharma PACs , though the total amount isn’t as high compared to others (~$10,000).
Notes : Known for supporting drug pricing reforms , his contributions have been steady but moderate.
Vince Fong (R-CA) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, Fong has seen donations (~ $7,500 ).
Notes : His role in California state politics and past support for pharmaceutical legislation likely aligns with these contributions.
Troy Balderson (R-OH) [archived internal link]
Already listed as a significant recipient of pharmaceutical PAC donations (~$4,000).
Mike Carey (R-OH) [archived internal link]
Pharmaceutical Contributions : Yes, Mike Carey has received $10,000 + from pharmaceutical companies during his recent elections.
Notes : His focus on regulations and energy has made him a regular recipient of PAC funds.
Pharmaceutical Contributions Summary (Additional Lawmakers) [archived internal link]
Lawmaker Pharma Contributions Amount (approx.) Herbert C. Conaway Jr. (D-NJ) Yes ~$15,000 in 2022 Earl L. Carter (R-GA) Yes ~$200,000 (lifetime) Russ Fulcher (R-ID) Yes ~$7,500 (2022) Claudia Tenney (R-NY) Yes ~$15,000 (lifetime) Rudy Yakym III (R-IN) Likely ~$5,000–$8,000 Marilyn Strickland (D-WA) Yes ~$10,000 (2022) Eric Swalwell (D-CA) Yes ~$30,000 (lifetime) Kevin Hern (R-OK) Yes ~$25,000+ (lifetime) David G. Valadao (R-CA) Yes ~$15,000–$20,000 (lifetime) Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) Yes ~$8,000–$10,000 Craig A. Goldman (R-TX) Yes ~$10,000 (lifetime) Michelle Fischbach (R-MN) Yes ~$5,000–$7,000 Neal P. Dunn, M.D. (R-FL) Yes ~$50,000+ (lifetime) Gus M. Bilirakis (R-FL) Yes ~$15,000–$25,000 (lifetime) Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI) Yes ~$10,000 (lifetime) Vince Fong (R-CA) Yes ~$7,500 (lifetime) Mike Carey (R-OH) Yes ~$10,000+ (lifetime)
MsGizmo said:
Oh .. let's not forget that they are invested in these companies as well. So I don't want to hear a single word about them wanting to protect us from the "evil Chinese grey market products."
One of these scumbags just started an 11-year Federal prison sentence.
Robert Menendez
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