I want to assure Mr.Hudson that I for one was not questioning his ethics. From what I hear, he is an honorable man. Certainly I did not intend to say that anyone taking a contribution would take one with strings attached. One should have proof before making such accusations. I do say in all seriousness that looking at a candidates list of donors gives you an idea of that candidates values and goals. Most people who are not related to the candidate contribute to the candidate that best fits their values and goals. That said, one can examine like contributions and detirmine a candidates true feelings absent politics. This can be positive or negative. I can look for names of businesses/individuals that I agree with and find out who they contributed to or I can look for those I oppose and who they gave to. Either way, it is an effective way to choose who I will vote for.