Democratic Senator Bob Casey has made fighting against “greedflation” and rising prices a key platform in his 2024 re-election campaign. Despite criticizing big corporations in his ads for increasing prices on household items like chicken, toilet paper, and cereal, Casey’s campaign has received donations from corporate PACs associated with these same companies. For example, the campaign received $9,000 from Cargill Inc., the largest poultry producer in the U.S., and $15,500 from the corporate PAC of Procter and Gamble, the company behind Charmin toilet paper. Additionally, PACs associated with Kellogg’s, a major cereal producer, donated a combined $16,000 to Casey’s campaign since 2017.
While Casey has not explicitly named the companies in his ads, he has previously called out these corporations in reports published by his office. He highlighted examples of “shrinkflation,” where companies reduce the quantity of a product while maintaining the same price, resulting in higher profits without consumer awareness. Inflation, a key issue under the Biden administration, has become a significant concern for voters heading into the 2024 election. Despite a decrease in inflation from its peak in 2022, families continue to face higher prices due to what Casey refers to as “corporate greed” or “greedflation.”
Senator Bob Casey, who has been in office since 2007, is facing a tough re-election battle against Republican challenger Dave McCormick. Polls show Casey ahead of McCormick, but the race is expected to be closely watched as the election season intensifies. The Republican challenger has gained momentum in recent weeks, with his campaign highlighting McCormick’s military service and leadership qualities from his time at West Point. Casey acknowledges that every election in Pennsylvania requires him to earn the trust and vote of the people, and he is prepared to do so once again.
Despite the criticism Casey has faced for accepting donations from the same companies he criticizes in his campaign ads, his spokesperson has defended the senator as an independent fighter who stands up for working people against corporate greed. The issue of inflation and rising prices has become a top priority for voters, and Casey has positioned himself as a voice against corporate greed that impacts American families. With the economy and inflation under scrutiny, both candidates are working to present themselves as the best choice for voters concerned about the impact of rising prices on their day-to-day lives.
As the election season progresses, both candidates are expected to focus on addressing the concerns of voters, including the impact of inflation on the affordability of essential items. Casey’s campaign has emphasized his record of standing up for working people against corporate interests, while McCormick is highlighting his leadership qualities and military background. The race between the two candidates is expected to be closely contested, with both sides working to win the trust and support of Pennsylvania voters.
