Over the years, especially during election season, we hear of PACs (Political Action Committees) being formed to support or oppose candidates or measures. The function and administration of a PAC is widely misunderstood and has been purposefully misrepresented to the public for opportunistic gain.
The 1/8/10 Ventura County Star has a very good article, laced with political intent, on the formation a PAC, how it may be used in the election, who it may target, how it is funded and what its purpose is.
If interested give it a read.

http://www.vcstar.com/news/2010/jan/07/simi-valley-police-create-a-polit...

PACs also allow "the average person" to pool his money with like-minded individuals so their collective voice can be heard. The real danger is when organized shadow campaigns are run which don't report their activity (donations, donors, expenses or their official position) or have any formal accountability. An individual candidate campaign is independent of PAC, by law. A shadow campaign can not say the same thing.

Food for thought. What say you?

Steve Conaway