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Counting the costs: Convention boosters promise a windfall that rarely materializes

By Meredith O'Brien

This year's Republican convention in New York City is expected to cost by some estimates up to $166 million. Federal taxpayers will pay near

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Bloomberg":

"… 1 million of the tab, according to the Campaign Finance Institute. Mayor Michael Bloomberg has widely touted the convention as an economic shot in the arm, particula …"

"… looming $6.4 billion budget shortfall also may present problems for Mayor Michael Bloomberg,” reported the St. Petersburg Times. “Bloomberg announced plan …"

Capitalism and Corrections: Wall Street loan for youth inmate rehab

By Susan Ferriss

A Goldman Sachs loan to NYC will pay for a new youth offender program, and deliver a profit or loss depending on the program's success.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Bloomberg":

"… rams for youths locked up at the Rikers Island correctional complex. Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s goal is reducing Rikers’ young offender recidivism rate of more than …"

Daily Disclosure: Bloomberg’s super PAC backs candidates in both parties

By Rachael Marcus

A super PAC created by the mayor of New York spends big in three states.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Bloomberg":

"… , and we will check it out. …"

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Donor profile: Michael Bloomberg

By Alexandra Duszak

Quick stats on the biggest financial backers of Election 2012.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Bloomberg":

"… ommunications and antitrust, among others Biography: New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg — a supporter of stronger regulation of firearms — has seen his profil …"

"… ting revenues near $8 billion for 2012, according to the Financial Times. Michael Bloomberg is worth $22 billion, according to Forbes, and gives away hundreds of mill …"

Director of Mayors Against Illegal Guns: 'Money is not all that matters'

By Michael Beckel

Mayors Against Illegal Guns sees 'intensity' on its side as its pitted against the National Rifle Association.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Bloomberg":

"… Against Illegal Guns, a nonprofit launched in 2007 by New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Boston Mayor Thomas Menino. "Money is not all that matters," Gla …"

Super Bowl ad cost Mayors Against Illegal Guns $100,000

By Michael Beckel

Michael Bloomberg's Mayors Against Illegal Guns drops $100K on ad during NFL's biggest game of the year, new records show.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Bloomberg":

"… Washington, D.C., audience. The nonprofit, headed by New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Boston Mayor Tom Menino, paid $100,000 to run the spot on CBS aff …"

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Bloomberg super PAC targets Jackson's former seat

By Dave Levinthal

Illinois special congressional election attracting millions in spending by super PACs.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Bloomberg":

"… 2.5 million through Tuesday — has been spent by New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's anti-gun super PAC Independence USA PAC, according to Federal Election C …"

Gun lobby's money and power still holds sway over Congress

By Alan Berlow and Gordon Witkin

But lawmakers' fear may not be entirely justified.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Gabrielle Giffords":

"… sp;to Americans for Responsible Solutions, a group run by former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-Ariz.) and her husband Mark Kelly, which financed television ads e …"

Badly flawed background check system fails to contain firearms sales

By Rick Schmitt

Center story detailed loopholes in current system

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Bloomberg":

"… Mayors Against Illegal Guns -- a coalition of more than 500 mayors led by Michael Bloomberg of New York and Boston Mayor Thomas Menino — began surfacing in Congress …"

A preemptive and false attack in Wisconsin

By FactCheck.Org

Former governor of Wis. slammed in ad for supporting Obamacare, increases in taxes and spending

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Bloomberg":

"… aying, “Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger of California and New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg came out in support of reform … as does Republican Tommy Thompson, a for …"

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