January 22, 2010 - Friends of Phil Hare, the official campaign committee of Congressman Phil Hare (D-Rock Island), today filed its 4th Quarter report with the Federal Elections Commission. Hare raised over $131,000 during the fourth quarter of 2009. He raised over $540,000 in 2009 alone.

As of December 31, 2009, Hare had $730,871 cash on hand to be used toward his re-election this year. 84 percent of Hare’s donors are individuals.
 
“Congressman Hare has said his number one job is to create jobs,” said Maggie Depoorter, political director for Friends of Phil Hare. “This overwhelming and inspiring report shows that working families are recognizing Congressman Hare’s efforts to fix our economy. With over $730,000 in the bank, he will have the ability to get his message out in 2010. We believe 17th District residents will like what they hear.”