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2012 IRE Conference

Campaign 2012: How healthcare and the other key issues are shaping the race (Sponsored by Rockefeller Brothers Fund)

  • Event: 2012 IRE Conference
  • Speakers: TBA
  • Date/Time: Saturday, June 16 at 9:40 a.m.
  • Location: Salon C-D
  • Audio file: Only members can listen to conference audio

A key component of understanding how campaigns are won or lost is understanding the role of special interests PACS and lobbies. This year healthcare and a few other key topics are playing a crucial role in who gets financial support and who gets opposition.

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