A nonprofit trade group that advocates a pro-business agenda.
Year: 2014
Americans for Prosperity
A major force behind the tea party movement, this conservative/libertarian group was founded by billionaire businessman David Koch.
Senate Majority PAC
A Democratic super PAC created to “protect and expand the Democratic majority in the U.S. Senate.”
Club for Growth Action
The super PAC of the conservative Club for Growth, which advocates for limited government.
FreedomWorks for America
A conservative super PAC that helped foster the tea party movement.
House Majority PAC
A super PAC focused on returning Democrats to the majority in the House.
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