Politician Fights For, Benefits From Poker

While he had never once played a game of poker online, and in fact doesn't even like playing the game, Democratic congressman Barney Frank has become the most popular politician among poker players in the United States. That's because he is solidly behind their right to play the game online, and they have responded with campaign contributions of nearly $50k. Contributors to his campaign fund include Chris Moneymaker, Howard Lederer, Annie Duke, and Andy Bloch.