Can Bloomberg buy Love?

BLOOMBERG HAS BEEN PREPARING CAMPAIGN FOR 6 YEARS.

HE WILL GET LITTLE SCRUTINY FROM DEMOCRATIC LEADERS OR THE MEDIA

Michael Bloomberg has been preparing his run for the Presidency since shortly after ending his service as mayor of New York. His spending on political contributions has increased from $11 million in 2013 to $100 million in 2018. 

While this is a large increasing number, he has also donated billions in Philanthropy. While much of this has been to his Alma-mater, John Hopkins, much of it has political overtones. He has given millions to Emily's List, which will probably guarantee no negative references and possibly an endorsement in the upcoming election. In 2019, Bloomberg's charitable giving soared to 3.3 billion, more than the previous 5 years combined. 

He has given over $100 million to the sierra club, millions to Muslim group's, millions to Attorney generals candidates in numerous states to bring suits favoring liberal cause. He has given money to anti-coal groups, gun control groups and to 100's of key Democratic politicians. 

We are beginning to see the results as the endorsements roll in from these groups and those associated with his giving. We are also seeing endorsements from Black politicians and leaders who are willing to overlook his policies as mayor because they want to stay on the receiving end of his generosity.

Having spent over $300 million on advertising so far in this primary, you can expect that very few negative editorials or documentaries will be run about Bloomberg. The consultant class is in a state of euphoria about this campaign, as they will all possibly get rich if Bloomberg wins the nomination. He can be expected to possibly spend unlimited funds, very easily setting all time records.

It is a fact that you can buy the endorsements of Non-Profit group leaders and politicians all over, but it is not quite as easy to buy votes as in the past. 

The best way to win votes today is to exhibit a rare quality in politicians, that is authenticity. Bloomberg's past and present contradictions are much harder to overcome in today's wide open media.

What Bloomberg cannot buy is the love of his supporters, this is what separates Trump and Sanders from all the rest. 

While many had misgivings about Trump's authenticity he has delivered or strongly attempted to fulfill all his promises. Bernie Sanders is the same as he has always been, his supporters have not 

doubted his sincerity in his positions. Bloomberg will not be able to buy any votes from these two groups.

We have seen the endorsement routine too many times, it no longer is as effective as in years past. It will be interesting to see how much money Bloomberg is willing to spend. He will be encouraged by the media, consultant and democratic leaders, just as they encourage an addict that just a little more  will make the difference. Political campaigns can cloud anyone's judgement. I've watched  as the cry's for more money are continuously being called for during political campaigns. Most just reach an end of the road when the money runs out, lets see what the richest candidate ever is willing to spend.