How much does a $25-$50 donation matter to politicians?

[Uglyowl]

Campaign finances are big money, so I am questioning how much of a message $25- $50 donation here and there makes? I (and most of us) will never be able to compete with corporations and most organizations.

While it isn’t a huge dent in my finances, the amount I have donated to pro-poker causes this year is about what I spend on my kid for Christmas each year.

Is it worth it? I have mixed feelings:

- Not a lot of people feel strongly enough to donate to a political cause/ politician so we stand out.
- Our money is couch change compared to some other avenues politicians have.

Honestly I have no idea.