Will Congressman Be Allowed to Use Campaign Donations for Home Security?

Home security may just be another area of need for Congressmen when they are campaigning to ensure their safety and continued pursuit of office. I think the decision that the FEC is trying to make is legitimate in this case considering the threat that came around the last time Congressman Elton Gallegly was running for office. In the scope of things it the money that people send in for campaigns is to get their candidate into office and if their safety is at threat by crazy individuals then it is in the best interest of everyone involved to provide the home security for both mental and physical purposes. The cost that Gallegly is projecting it will take is relatively minimal for upgrades in his security forces and so as long as individuals understand that their money is being used for purposes like these, then it is something I feel would be an appropriate use of campaign funds. However, if the costs grow exorbitant due to security then the candidate may want to begin rethinking his/her approach and concentrate on the most safe way to get elected without wasting too much of citizens' money. The more candidates get out and talk to the everyday citizen the better informed the public can become and that is the ultimate goal in preparing for elections.