Dec. 5, 2007 Fukuoka - Massie Ritsch, Communications Director for the Center for Responsive Politics, discussed the 2008 U.S. presidential elections with business and media specialists, academics and students. Mr. Ritsch covered the primary election process and the flow of money from supporters to candidates. He also provided a survey of the top Democratic and Republican running for president. During the presentation he also demonstrated his organization's award winning website, www.opensecrets.org, an invaluable tool for those who want to know more about campaign financing as well as what kind of financial support the candidates are receiving.