Rich ex-execs present Tea Party alternative
(NEWSER) - Business leaders crossing over to politics are finding success as GOP candidates, using their experience and personal fortunes to challenge established Republicans in Senate and gubernatorial races. In California, Meg Whitman has earmarked $39 million for her campaign for governor. In Michigan, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, former executives are making waves in local contests, setting up viable conservative alternative to the Tea Party. More»
