RNC surpasses DNC in August fundraising (AP)

WASHINGTON – The Republican National Committee raised about $8.2 million in August, far outpacing its Democratic rival in a typically slow fundraising month.

The Democratic National Committee reported that it raised $5.4 million last month, including $1.4 million for the Obama Victory Fund, a joint fundraising account by the DNC and Obama's campaign.

The DNC finished the month with $16.6 million in cash and $11.1 million in debt.

The RNC ended August with $9.3 million in cash and $15.9 million in debt. Republicans said it was the largest amount of money the RNC has raised during the month of August in a non-election year.

August is usually a difficult month for fundraising because many donors are on vacation and events are limited.

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Democrats to elect new party leader mid August - Nation - Thailand

Suthep said he would support Abhisit Vejjajiva to lead the party for a second term despite the election defeat.

"For the time being, Abhisit is perfect in every way to lead the Democrats," he said.

In regard to his future, he said he would not accept the position of party secretary general even if reappointed.

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