Ricketts Releases Fundraising Totals

Pete Ricketts announced today that he has raised $419,215.00 for the 20-day reporting period ending October 20, 2014. The campaign ends the period with $669,020.70 cash on hand.

“I am proud to have the support of so many Nebraskans across the state who agree with our message and our vision,” Ricketts said.  “Thanks to their generosity, we’re in a strong position to continue to make our case for new growth in the state and responsible reform in state government.”

Ricketts’ fundraising report comes on the same day that the New York Times/CBS News/YouGov announced their latest survey results in the Nebraska governor’s race.  The latest survey, conducted Oct. 16 – 23, finds Ricketts leading his Democratic opponent Chuck Hassebrook 55% – 35%. Results of the survey can be found at http://today.yougov.com/news/2014/09/09/governor-races-headline-results/.