Congressman For Sale: Erik Paulsen is Bought and Sold

www.erikpaulsen.org reveals what the special interests are getting for their money

Excelsior, MN – A new online resource, “Congressman for Sale,” was launched today to help voters in Minnesota’s 3rd District understand the influence that powerful special interests have over Rep. Erik Paulsen – now the 6th largest recipient of special interest money among all 435 members of Congress.

The site exposes Paulsen’s $8,269,936 in special interest contributions by industry, showing what each received for their money through Congressman Paulsen’s votes. It provides voters with a report card from nationally-known advocacy groups, showing how out of touch Congressman Paulsen’s voting record is as a result of special interest influence, and a survey for those interested in learning more. The site also links to End Citizens United’s “Erik the PAC Man” game, where players can try to raise more money than Erik Paulsen while avoiding the constituents he all but ignores.

“Erik Paulsen has taken more special interest money than almost every member of Congress, ranking the 6th most of 435,” said Zach Rodvold, Campaign Manager for Dean Phillips for Congress. “Simply put: Erik Paulsen’s votes are being bought and sold – and it’s time for a change.”

“Dean Phillips is the only candidate in the country not taking a dime from PACs, special interests, federal lobbyists or even Members of Congress. Earlier this year, Dean asked Erik Paulsen to join him in campaigning the Minnesota Way – but with more than $550,000 in PAC money in the last three months alone, it’s clear Congressman Paulsen is more focused on special interests than common interests,” concluded Rodvold.