 Former advisors commented that Perot , who had achieved ballot access in 24 states , was unwilling " to spend money on things that mattered " including Rollins ' and Jordan 's proposed $ 150 million advertising campaign , was " obsessed " with his image , and lost interest in running after receiving negative press . Supporters were angry and distraught at Perot 's decision , and his popularity dropped among the American public . One woman called Perot and commented that " the tears have not stopped . " A class action lawsuit was filed in Florida to force him to remain in the race , but it was dropped . Later in July , the economic plan that Perot 's campaign had been working on was released . The fifty @-@ page proposal included cuts in domestic spending , investment in education , communication and transportation programs , an increase in income taxes for the wealthy , and an increase in the gasoline tax . The plan was projected to eliminate the budget deficit in five years . 
