October 20, 2008

Ethan Berkowitz Out-raises Young by Four to One Margin

Over 1000 Alaskans Contribute to Berkowitz in August and September

Democratic House nominee Ethan Berkowitz's campaign reports raising nearly $520,000 dollars on the most recent report with the Federal Election Commission filed last night. The most recent figures include an impressive one- thousand contributions from Alaskans in less than just a two-month span.

"I am so proud to have the overwhelming support of so many Alaskans," said Berkowitz. "Alaskans know I'll fight to lower the costs fuel and energy, restore our economy, and bring good-paying jobs back to Alaska. And they know I'll do it in a way that will make Alaskans proud of their Congressman."

The most recent reports filed with the FEC cover a filing period from August 7th to September 30th.

Breaking down the numbers.

· Berkowitz out-raised Young by a four to one margin for the reporting period

Ethan Berkowitz raised nearly $520,000, Don Young raised just over $131,000

· To date, Berkowitz has reported nearly 2,500 contributions from Alaskans (76%)

· The FEC reports show the Berkowitz campaign having $384,000 cash on hand

From an Ethan Berkowitz press release