Ron Paul was a Republican Party primary candidate in the 2008 United States presidential election.
Initial opinion polls during the first three quarters of 2007 showed Ron Paul consistently receiving support from 3% or less of those polled. In the last quarter of 2007, Paul's support among likely Republican primary voters averaged around 7%. In 2008, Paul's support among Republican voters remained in the single digits, and well behind front-runne...
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Ron Paul was a Republican Party primary candidate in the 2008 United States presidential election.
Initial opinion polls during the first three quarters of 2007 showed Ron Paul consistently receiving support from 3% or less of those polled. In the last quarter of 2007, Paul's support among likely Republican primary voters averaged around 7%. In 2008, Paul's support among Republican voters remained in the single digits, and well behind front-runner John McCain.
During the fourth quarter of 2007, Paul was the most successful Republican fundraiser, bringing in approximately 20 million dollars. He also received the most money from the armed services of any candidate in the fourth quarter. Ron Paul's campaign set two fund raising records: the largest single day donation total among Republican candidates and twice receiving the most money received via the Internet in a single day by any presidential candidate in American history. Paul's run for president is also noted for its grassroots...
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