I have concerns that PACs are a dirty way to conduct business and improperly influence elected officials; Is there not a better way to accomplish our mission?
PACs receive negative connotations because some PACs represent unpopular views. A PAC does not influence, it provides access (unless there is corruption of the established process). Without access, TMPA and any other organization that represents a special interest is powerless to effect positive change. Teachers, pilots, doctors, fire fighters, police officers, and many other trade organizations are among a host of groups that commonly form PACs to support political candidates who share their views. TMPA does not contribute money to influence the position of a political candidate; we contribute to candidates who most closely support our views on important issues. PACs actually serve to offset the powerful, and often undue influence and access that some government organizations and corporate entities have with elected leaders. PACs exist to give a voice to many who would otherwise not be heard.
