From New York City Mayor (and billionare) Mike Bloomberg's political website:

Over the next three weeks, the Mayor will be making an eight figure independent spending campaign that will support moderates on both sides of the aisle — as well as independents — who have shown a willingness to work in a bi-partisan fashion. Howard Wolfson will oversee the Mayor’s efforts.

"It's critically important that we have elected officials in Washington, Albany, and around the nation who are willing to work across party lines to achieve real results," Mayor Bloomberg said. "I’ve always believed in the need for more independent leadership, and this new effort will support candidates and causes that will help protect Americans from the scourge of gun violence, improve our schools, and advance our freedoms."

“The Mayor has always stepped forward to back candidates that are willing to cast aside party politics, and candidates who are willing to stand up to special interests to make the right decisions for the people they represent,” said Wolfson. “This is a major expansion of his efforts nationally, and it’s something I am proud to be a part of.”

The independent spending campaign will be the largest effort yet undertaken by Mayor Bloomberg to impact races and referenda across the country. The campaign will target candidates who support — and oppose — efforts to crack down on illegal guns and reform education policy. It will also make contributions to marriage equality referenda. The mayor has a long history of supporting candidates and referenda that reflect his independent and nonpartisan approach to government.