Matching funds “offer a way for grassroots candidates to have a viable shot.”
It’s fair to say that most voters aren’t aware of the matching-funds system or
Quan says the matching-funds system makes races more competitive, inspires more newcomers to run for office and ensures that the city’s elected officials are more responsive, since they have less of a financial advantage and are now more vulnerable to challenges. To get matching funds, citywide candidates must show they have collected donations of at least $5 from 100 individuals in the city.
The city won’t match donations from people who live outside of Los Angeles or contributions made by companies, corporations or labor unions.
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