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| A star is born: Wilson raises big bucks |
| 2009-09-26 |
| Weeks after a public outburst made him a national name, Rep. Joe Wilson (R-S.C.) is becoming a hot commodity on the fundraising circuit, pulling in big bucks for fellow Republicans around the country. During President Obama's Sept. 9 address to a joint session of Congress, Wilson shouted "You lie!" when Obama said healthcare legislation would not cover illegal immigrants. He was later reprimanded in a largely party-line vote. But instead of making him a pariah, the episode made Wilson a star. His campaign committee has raised about $2 million, nearly twice what he raised and spent during the 2008 election, and suddenly, Republicans around the country are clamoring for his time. |
| Posted by:Fred |