A Political Action Committee ( PAC ) is composed of individuals who join together to support local political candidates who share their basic philosophies and views . By joining the Pennsylvania Dental Association Political Action Committee ( PADPAC ), your financial contribution helps support candidates who share the views of organized dentistry and who fight for quality dental care in the Commonwealth .
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PADPAC is a separate , voluntary , non-profit , unincorporated group of dentists , their spouses and others who care about advancing the goals of organized dentistry . PADPAC , operating under strict state and federal rules and regulations , supports candidates for state office and monitors the legislative records of incumbents . Together with the American Dental Political Action Committee ( ADPAC ), PADPAC strives to promote the dental health of our nation and shape the future of the dental profession .
PADPAC is NOT affiliated with any political party . Rather , candidates from all parties garner the backing of our PAC based on their support of organized dentistry and their stance regarding oral health issues . The PADPAC Board determines which candidates receive PADPAC contributions , which are given to leaders in the House and Senate , members of key committees and other legislators with close ties to PDA members .
As a member of PADPAC , your opinion matters . All you have to do is let your voice be heard .
22 November / December 2010 • Pennsylvania Dental Journal