Villaraigosa raises $2.7 million

Before he know who his opponents would be, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa went on a fundraising binge last year, hauling in $2.3 million as reported last September.
Now, with billionaire developer Rick Caruson opting out of the race, the mayor has slowed his pace and reported Monday having raised another $400,000 _ to give him a total of $2.7 million against a crowded, but lightly funded field of challengers.
The mayor's campaign manager, Ace Smith, said Villaraigosa had more than 3,200 contributors.
"Antonio Villaraigosa has brought Los Angeles together again," Smith said. "That's why Angelenos from every community and every walk of life are supporting his candidacy.
"By bringing the city together for common goals Mayor Villaraigosa has laid a foundation that will bring real change and a better future for Los Angeles."