How Much Do Campaign Travels Cost
Lucas EavesPublished: 26 Oct, 2012
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For the past month, both Barack Obama and Mitt Romney have been traveling all over the country from town meetings to national convention passing by the three national debates.
When on their journey, what transportation methods do the two candidates and their staff use? Where do they stay at night? How much do all these back and forth cost?
The following infographic, created by Visual.ly, will answer all your questions and tell you in details how to travel like a president.
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