Who They Are: Right Change

Purpose: Though claiming to be nonpartisan, the group has run all anti-Obama ads.

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Who They Are: Public Campaign Action Fund

Purpose: To promote publicly financed elections and hold politicians accountable for their sources of campaign money.

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Who They Are: Let Freedom Ring

Purpose: To promote a conservative agenda and to counter liberal messaging. In this election, they support John McCain.

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Who They Are: RepublicanJewish Coalition PAC

Purpose: Toadvocate for issues relevant to Jewish Republicans. In this election, theyoppose Barack Obama.

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Who They Are: MoveOn.org Political Action

Purpose: To elect progressive candidates. In this election, they support Barack Obama.

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Who They Are: pH For America

Purpose: To persuade Americans that Barack Obama is not a good Christian.

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Who They Are: Service Employees International Union

Purpose: To promote the interests and values of laborers. In this election, they support Barack Obama.

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Who They Are: Judicial Confirmation Network

Purpose: The group supports conservative nominees to the Supreme Court. In this election, they oppose Barack Obama.

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Who They Are: WakeUpWalMart.com

Purpose: To change Wal-Mart’s business strategy and the way the corporation treats employees. In this election, they oppose John McCain.

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Who They Are: Winning Message Action Fund

Purpose: A 501(c)4 nonprofit affiliated with NARAL Pro-Choice New York . The group advocates for reproductive rights. In this election, it opposes John McCain.

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