Wulsin leads Schmidt in $ raised AND in the bank

Better not write off Democrat Victoria Wulsin in Ohio's 2nd Congressional District just yet.

Campaign finance reports filed yesterday show the Indian Hill doctor not only out-raised incumbent Republican Rep. Jean Schmidt during the last three months, but she also has MORE MONEY in the bank than the Miami Township freshman to spend during the last few weeks of the campaign. Election day is Nov. 7.

"Donors are coming out of the woodwork to help Dr. Vic," Wulsin campaign manager Mary Huttlinger said in a news release touting the numbers. "Now we'll be able to spread her message of hope and change throughout the district."

The latest reports filed with the Federal Election Commission show activity from July 1 through Sept. 30. They come after Wulsin received an endorsement last week from EMILY's List, a group that helps Democratic women raise money by bundling contributions among members.

Here are the breakouts on the 2nd Congressional District race:

Rep. Jean Schmidt (R):
Money Raised 7/1 - 9/30: $332,863
Money in the bank: $224,358

CLICK HERE to read Schmidt's full report.

Victoria Wulsin (D):
Money Raised 7/1 - 9/30: $376,337 (including a $25,000 loan from Wulsin)
Money in the bank: $263,471

CLICK HERE to read Wulsin's full report.