Pat Toomey:
Net Worth: 1,770,062 to 4,900,999
Rank: 46th in Senate
Assets: 44 totaling 2,020,062 to 5,001,000
Liabilities: 100,001 to 250,000
Michele Bachmann:
Net Worth: 112,018 to 1,704,998
Rank: 186th in House
Assets: 18 totaling 862,018 to 2,055,000
Liabilities: 2 totaling 350,002 to 750,000
I don't think either of the people I am following make a ridiculous amount of money. I am surprised Michele Bachmann doesn't make more money considering she is running for president and that can cost a lot.
why does this matter:
I agree with the author that the people have the right to see what their politicians are making. However, I don't think it is a big deal if they are rich. Members of congress are usually people who have been successful in their careers, so it is expected that they make a decent salary. The only thing I think is relevant about this is seeing their business transactions because it is important to see how much ulterior motives can come into play in politics with the support of special interest groups and what not.
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