July 15, 2010 - Friends of Phil Hare, the official campaign committee of Congressman Phil Hare (D-Rock Island), today filed its 2nd Quarter report with the Federal Elections Commission. Hare raised $173,020 during the second quarter of 2010.  As of June 30, Hare had $855,863.18 cash on hand to be used toward his re-election this November. 79 percent of Hare’s donors were individuals.
 
“Congressman Hare remains in the driver’s seat when it comes to resources in this race,” said Maggie Depoorter, political director for Friends of Phil Hare. “This 2^nd quarter report went above and beyond our greatest expectations, once again demonstrating the enthusiasm for Congressman Hare and his agenda. The fact that so many people contributed, especially in this tough economy, shows that voters support the Congressman’s efforts to invest in the 17^th District, create jobs, and hold Wall Street accountable. We expect to have nearly $1 million at our disposal to spread Congressman Hare’s record of accomplishment this fall.”

Hare’s re-election operation has moved into high gear. He has a campaign coordinator in place for all 23 counties in the 17^th District. Most recently, he hired 11 field organizers to help identify supporters and get out the vote. They are operating in Rock Island, Knox, Macon, Fulton, McDonough, Macoupin, Whiteside, Warren, Henry, Christian, Jersey, Greene, Sangamon, and Mercer Counties.