Amador County - Dr. Ami Bera is proving to be a formidable opponent in the 3rd District Congressional race after announcing Sunday that he has successfully out raised Republican incumbent Dan Lungren for the fourth consecutive quarter. Lucinda Guinn, Bera’s campaign manager, announced Sunday that the Elk Grove resident finished the first quarter of 2010 with over $977,000 cash on hand, after raising $384,511 in the first quarter of 2010. Bera has raised $1.25 million to date. Bera’s fundraising figures have garnered national attention because they make him the only California challenger who has raised more than the incumbent in a House race. Lungren reportedly raised $219,955 and finished the quarter with $649,991 cash on hand, giving Bera a $327,400 cash advantage as they head into election season. “I’m deeply humbled by the outpouring of support our campaign has received. It's clear that people are concerned about the things we’ve been talking about – creating good jobs, and improving our schools and making health insurance more affordable,” said Bera in a release, adding: “With the hundreds of people that have already signed up to help our campaign, I’m certain we will have the strength and energy this region needs to bring that voice to Congress.” A spokesman for the Lungren campaign told the Stockton Record that Bera’s announcement is “grossly misleading.” Rob Stutzman, Lungren’s campaign consultant, disputes Bera’s claim of “amassing resources from low dollar donors and a strong grassroots operation” because he says it suggests Bera’s support comes mainly from the district. Nearly half of Bera’s financial support so far has come from the East Indian immigrant community, including at least 25 donors who share his last name. Guinn’s announcement says “over 729 individuals have contributed to his campaign this quarter – almost 500 of those supporters gave less than $200.” She adds that “almost 80 percent of those individual contributors are Californians and more than 61 percent are from the greater Sacramento region.” Bera, 45, is a lifelong Californian and the former chief medical officer of Sacramento. He and his wife, Dr. Janine Bera, have been residents of Elk Grove for over 15 years and have a 12-year old daughter. Congressman Dan Lungren is a 31-year political figure best known for his time as California Attorney General from 1991 to 1999. He has represented the 3rd Congressional District since 2005. Bera and Lungren are unopposed in the June primary and will square off in the November general election. Story by Alex Lane This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. -
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Amador County - Dr. Ami Bera is proving to be a formidable opponent in the 3rd District Congressional race after announcing Sunday that he has successfully out raised Republican incumbent Dan Lungren for the fourth consecutive quarter. Lucinda Guinn, Bera’s campaign manager, announced Sunday that the Elk Grove resident finished the first quarter of 2010 with over $977,000 cash on hand, after raising $384,511 in the first quarter of 2010. Bera has raised $1.25 million to date. Bera’s fundraising figures have garnered national attention because they make him the only California challenger who has raised more than the incumbent in a House race. Lungren reportedly raised $219,955 and finished the quarter with $649,991 cash on hand, giving Bera a $327,400 cash advantage as they head into election season. “I’m deeply humbled by the outpouring of support our campaign has received. It's clear that people are concerned about the things we’ve been talking about – creating good jobs, and improving our schools and making health insurance more affordable,” said Bera in a release, adding: “With the hundreds of people that have already signed up to help our campaign, I’m certain we will have the strength and energy this region needs to bring that voice to Congress.” A spokesman for the Lungren campaign told the Stockton Record that Bera’s announcement is “grossly misleading.” Rob Stutzman, Lungren’s campaign consultant, disputes Bera’s claim of “amassing resources from low dollar donors and a strong grassroots operation” because he says it suggests Bera’s support comes mainly from the district. Nearly half of Bera’s financial support so far has come from the East Indian immigrant community, including at least 25 donors who share his last name. Guinn’s announcement says “over 729 individuals have contributed to his campaign this quarter – almost 500 of those supporters gave less than $200.” She adds that “almost 80 percent of those individual contributors are Californians and more than 61 percent are from the greater Sacramento region.” Bera, 45, is a lifelong Californian and the former chief medical officer of Sacramento. He and his wife, Dr. Janine Bera, have been residents of Elk Grove for over 15 years and have a 12-year old daughter. Congressman Dan Lungren is a 31-year political figure best known for his time as California Attorney General from 1991 to 1999. He has represented the 3rd Congressional District since 2005. Bera and Lungren are unopposed in the June primary and will square off in the November general election. Story by Alex Lane This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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