Why are donations to a PAC more effective than making contributions directly to a Member or candidate or doing something different, such as, supporting lawsuits or a lobbyist?

ACA-PAC is intimately familiar with the political process and what is necessary to further legislation benefiting Americans overseas. Sometimes it is not merely a matter of contributing to a Member’s or a candidate’s campaign committee, but it entails working closely with the Member or candidate or doing other things, such as cooperating with the Americans Abroad Caucus or making independent expenditures to help publicize positions, hold conferences, and the like. Also, it is extremely useful to build relationships with parties who play key roles. Political contributions, sometimes on an ongoing basis, are good way to build relationships.