Goldman Sachs’ Political Donations Revealed

Total Political Donations

Goldman Sachs has spent a total of $44.5 million on political contributions since 1989 and $32.9 million on lobbying since 1998.

It Ranks 2nd among all corporations

It generally tilts Democrat

Goldman has given Democrats 53% of all political donations since 1989 versus 43% to the Republican party.

Contributions have increased over time

2012 Presidential Election

Despite tilting heavily toward Barack Obama in 2008, Goldman reversed itself in 2012 on the heels of heightened regulatory scrutiny.

Largest Senate Contributions (2012)

Largest House Contributions (2012)

# of politicians that own GS Shares

15

The 1 stock Warren Buffett wishes he could own but

can’t