RNC Reports Strong Fundraising Supporting Senator McCain, Republicans

Americans Demonstrate Outpouring Of Support For John McCain's Candidacy

WASHINGTON, April 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Republican National Committee
(RNC) Chairman Robert M. "Mike" Duncan today announced that the RNC will
report over $31 million cash-on-hand through the end of March 2008 in its
upcoming filing with the Federal Election Commission.

"The RNC is very fortunate to enjoy the support of hundreds of thousands of
donors, in addition to the fact that the President has invested time and
energy to ensure Republican candidates have the necessary resources to
communicate our message and mobilize the vote this fall," said Duncan.

While the RNC will report $31 million cash-on-hand with no debt, the DNC
reported that it had over $4 million cash-on-hand with $250,000 in debt at the
end of February. In total, the RNC has raised over $36 million during the
first three months of 2008.

"It's clear that John McCain is the only candidate in this race with the
experience, character, and vision to move our nation forward," Duncan
continued. "As we prepare for November, we are encouraged by the dedication
and outpouring of support from so many who want to ensure that Senator McCain
and Republican candidates are elected this fall."

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