I had the pleasure of spending a few minutes chatting with the Jason Chaffetz campaign manager this evening. During the conversation I expressed what a marvel it is to participate in such a magnificent grass roots effort. Let me give you another reason why…

Tonight, I reviewed the financial disclosure of the campaign and it reveals to the public the real campaign story behind the scenes. Through October 15th, Friends of Jason Chaffetz had raised $391,455.91. Of this amount $243,441.81 was contributed by individuals — that is over 62%. Normal campaigns are heavily weighted to contributions coming from PACs and political parties, whereas this time around we have a candidate who is listening to the people. Contributions to his campaign reflect this fact. I, as one of the many contributors, am grateful Jason has been wise (and frugal) with his campaign expenditures. What a relief it is to yet again have a fiscal conservative among us! Go Jason!