FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 16, 2006
RELEASE CONTACT: Lewis Lowe
985-369-7770

Melancon Has 10-to-1 Cash on Hand Advantage

As of the latest FEC filing period on September 30, Congressman Charlie Melancon has an almost 10 to 1 cash on hand advantage over opponent Craig Romero. Melancon showed just over $1.3 million on hand, while Romero showed just $147,000 in his campaign coffers.

For the quarter as a whole, Melancon raised over $418,000, whereas Romero showed just over $290,000 total receipts.

"These numbers backup what experts around the country have been saying for months- Melancon is well on his way to re-election," Campaign manager Bradley Beychok said. "Our fundraising has been great and our poll numbers are fantastic. We are extremely confident going into Election Day."

To date, Charlie Melancon has raised over $2.3 million, while Romero trails with just over $1.7 million. Melancon"s $2.3 million is the 3rd highest for an incumbent Democrat in the country.

With just over three weeks left until Election Day, the "meauxmentum" continues to gain speed and all signs point to victory on November 7th.

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