John Edwards...closes in on $$$ goal.

A couple of weeks ago, I published a post, noting that John Edwards and his campaign team were seeking additional donations to meet a goal of $500,000.00 for their coffers.

In the event the sum is reached in the new few days, contributions will be matched through public-financing.

Joe Trippi, Senior Adviser for the campaign, reports that as of late last night, about $390,000.00 has been collected.

Now, at this crucial juncture, Edwards has a few days to rustle up the remaining $110,000.00.

Trippi notes,

We're counting down to the most important caucuses and primaries in nearly two decades. We need your support today so John's message can reach every voter in these key early states. We have direct mail and broadcast spots to get out, staff and volunteers who are going block-by-block—and your contribution helps us with this critical final push!

Another $110,000 will help us reach our goal of raising $500,000 online in just two weeks. Thousands of you have already contributed — but John needs you — and your friends — to help us again.

Help us raise $500,000 online — and know that can be doubled with matching funds, providing us with an additional $1 million to put into the early states with just 38 days before the first caucuses.

So, hit the piggy banks, kids!
Sell the savings bonds, Grandma!