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campaign fund

American  

noun

  1. money for a campaign, as of a political candidate, usually acquired through contributions by supporters.


Etymology

Origin of campaign fund

An Americanism dating back to 1900–05


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This cash, most of which came from his House campaign fund, fueled an early wave of TV ads that helped establish name recognition in the state and an early lead in the polls.

From Salon ● Mar. 17, 2026

Gen. Xavier Becerra, whose campaign fund was allegedly raided by Williamson, and others.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 14, 2025

"As a reflection of that support, we have made a considerable donation to Andrew's campaign fund," he added.

From BBC ● Dec. 20, 2023

Borges was charged with giving 10 brokers who had contributed to Deters’ campaign fund an advantage in getting contracts with the office of the treasurer — Ohio’s chief investment officer.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 30, 2023

He ran for the Board of Education in 1972 with a campaign fund of just $85—and nearly won.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson

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