Congress Threatened with Marshall Law...

Written by: David Reiter on Oct 6, 2008 7:04 PM EDT

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Speaks for itself...just 40 seconds:

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October 7th Candidate Clips

Written by: Dave on Oct 7, 2008 10:10 AM EDT

Hi Everyone! 
My name is Dave Volain and I am one of DFA's interns this fall.  I will be sending out candidate clips, such as the following, on a regular basis in order to keep everyone up to date on the buzz about our candidates in local and national media.

25th Congressional debate
10-7-08      News 10 Now     Joleene Des Rosiers
Candidates including Dan Maffei were asked about trust and money, the bailout, and a government mandated program that would automatically deduct from your paycheck so that you had cash in your later years. Every answer had the answer.

Seniors Could Decide Maffei, Sweetland Race
10-6-08      WROC-TV     Ali Touhey
"We need to make sure that we keep an eye on these nursing homes and know that they are getting the quality care and make sure that there is the proper monitoring and oversight, to make sure that seniors can grow old with the most dignity that we can possibly give them," said Maffei.

Silencing independent voices in Maine politics
10-6-08      Bangor Daily News     Laurie Dobson
“Coordinated campaigns” aside, there was true distinction shown in the efforts of myself and Herbert Hoffman, both independents, to offer voters an actual choice for change. Because of our alternative platforms, Mainers had a brief opportunity to reject the Congress’ anointed opportunists, Susan Collins and Tom Allen, with their corporate collusion and their failure to protect the residents of their state of Maine.

NFIB spends $1M in ads vs. Allen, Franken
10-6-08      The Hill     Aaron Blake

The political action committee of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) launched nearly $1 million in TV ads against Democratic Senate candidates Al Franken in Minnesota and Rep. Tom Allen in Maine this week.

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What You Probably Wont Hear About Tonight:

Written by: Jeff Morris-Saugerties, N.Y.- De on Oct 7, 2008 1:15 PM EDT

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  In an attempt to deflect the attention off of Sen McCain's economic record, we'll probably hear little from John about the Wall Street financial crisis in tonight's second debate. Even though this is the most important and serious issue concerning Americans right now. Could that be because Sen McSame has voted with Bush more than 90% of the time over these past eight years? Could it be because John has championed himself as Mr. Deregulation for all of his too lengthy 26 year Senate career? Sen McCain is clearly a part of the problem, not the solution as far as what is broken in Washington these days. He is basically offering the exact same economic plan that has put America in the hole it now finds itself in.

  I hope we Americans all get to enjoy the retirement years most of us have saved for. Of course we're likely to now have to learn how to get by on a little less. Because our retirement accounts and 401 K's have been stolen by a corrupt bunch of already ultra wealthy Wall Street bankers. To bail them out of the mess they got themselves into with their insatiable greed. Their financial problems have now become the American peoples problem. All with the approval of our Congress, and current Pres.

  Is there any line the Republican party wont cross in this 2008 election season? Insinuating that a U.S. Senator is a terrorist sympathizer is disgusting. It represents a new low in the American political scene. The newspapers and Television MSM that run these kinds of personal smear ads should be ashamed of themselves. They also represent a new low in American political journalism. They now have even less credibility than "Baghdad Bob" had in the eyes of decent Americans. I guess Team McCain can't run on its actual record of the past twenty six years in the Senate, because its record is that bad. It will serve Sen Obama well if he keeps this Wall Street bailout in tonight's debate. As one of  Bill Clinton's main campaign advisers James Carville said during Bill's run in 1992, it's about the economy stupid!

Jeff Morris-Saugerties, N.Y.- DeJaVu57

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A Youthy Congressman Talks

Written by: Sarahkatheryn on Oct 6, 2008 4:03 PM EDT

One of the youngest Congressman serving is Rep. Tim Ryan of Ohio. His office has been one leading the pack in youth and technology outreach for the past few years, but his urgency to listen to young voters has given a unique perspective many members lack.

With a connectivity to the future and an eagerness to bring more young people to policy and government, it isn't difficult to understand why he is one of the most outspoken members of the 30 Something Caucus. Rep. Ryan sat down with me last week to discuss his outreach to young constituents and his hopes for post-election youth engagement.

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Feeney Apology Remix

Written by: Kenneth Quinnell on Oct 6, 2008 11:29 AM EDT

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(Sent to me by a friend in South Florida who wishes to remain anonymous...)

Florida Congressman Tom Feeney gave a fake apology over his ethical troubles in the Jack Abramoff scandal, here are the facts, mixed into the original television ad...

If you want Feeney out of Washington, contribute to Suzanne Kosmas

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Tuesday picks 10.07.08

Written by: Gerry L on Oct 7, 2008 8:04 AM EDT

Tuesday~

***************round of articles about our domestic ‘issues’ ~ October 7th,  2008

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Democrats Could Hit 60 Senate Seats

http://www.truthout.org/100608T

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Obama Leading In Ohio, Poll Finds

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/10/06/AR2008100602373.html?hpid%3Dtopnews&sub=AR

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DFA-Endorsed Candidates in the News

Written by: DFA Staff on Oct 6, 2008 11:35 AM EDT

Here is another news round-up of articles about DFA-endorsed candidates.  It was put together by Dave Volain, one of DFA's great interns.  Thanks.

Danny
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Hell To Pay: Brown v. McClintock Edition II
10/4/08     Daily Kos    Blogger:  Barbin MD
Charlie Brown ad showing his support for the troops.

Even without a poll, Maffei's chances slip
10/5/08   The Post-Standard   Mark Weiner
Dan Maffei, who nearly ousted retiring Rep. Jim Walsh in 2006, has held the number one slot on the Line for as long as we can remember. Why did he drop? If anyone is going to be hurt by Rep. Charlie Rangel's ongoing ethics problems, it's Maffei - a former Rangel staffer.

Democrat rally helps encourage voters
10/6/08    Enid News & Eagle    Robert Barron
Hugh Rice, father of Senate candidate Andrew Rice, said his son has a good reputation in the state Legislature as someone who can work with both parties to pass bipartisan legislation, which he thinks is important.  "The situation in Washington is where is it so partisan they don't get it done," he said.  Rice gave two examples, social security and
immigration, which he said were both federal issues. There has been no social security legislation passed because everyone is fighting for an ideology.

Obama too close for GOP's comfort
10/6/08   Herald-Tribune
Though Obama is doing well, his numbers do not seem to be helping Democrat Christine Jennings. The poll shows Buchanan leading Jennings by 16 points. That is identical to a poll released last week by Survey USA, which shows the same gap between the candidates.

Cornyn, Noriega differ on economic issues
10/6/08  Marshall News-Messenger   Jason Embry
Noriega said the plan did not go far enough to protect taxpayers, echoing a sentiment voiced by U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett, an Austin Democrat. Although it received support from many leading Democrats — including the party's presidential nominee, Sen. Barack Obama — Noriega said he would have voted against it.

Rick Noreiga Stumps In Gilmer
10/5/08   Tyler Morning Telegraph   Phillip Williams
U.S. Senate candidate Rick Noriega blasted his opponent, incumbent Republican John Cornyn, in a speech to an Upshur County Democratic Party rally here Saturday night.

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What's the real issue?

Written by: Lainey B on Oct 6, 2008 11:11 AM EDT

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6 County Voter Rally - Blue Tsunami to Hit Hudson Oct 18th

Written by: VictorInHudson on Oct 6, 2008 7:02 AM EDT

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Blue Tsunami

The Rally in the Valley

A Massive Six County Hudson Valley Voter Rally/Concert/Party

Saturday October 18th  4pm - 4am

On October 18th the Columbia County Democratic Committee is sponsoring Blue Tsunami a massive voter rally in Hudson NY.  The event is intended to appeal to all ages and will spread over 12 hours. Blue Tsunami will take place at Basilica Industria an incredible former Iron Factory near the Waterfront in Hudson NY.  There will be candidates and elected officials in the early part of the day followed by a concert and it will culminate in a dance party. All tickets grant everyone all-day access with in and out privileges.

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On McCain's Negative Campaign, Or, Oh No You Didn't

Written by: fake consultant on Oct 6, 2008 12:03 AM EDT

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Apparently feeling there’s no other way to win, the McCain campaign is now trying to “go negative” in an effort to make Obama unelectable.

Obama has tried to stay above that sort of thing...and while Obama may be a better human being than that...I’m not.

We will divert away from the usual high minded conversation about issues today—and we will instead lay out a few unpleasant facts John McCain would rather you forget about.  

Some of today’s discussion reveals McCain’s financial corruption...then there’s McCain giving “aid and comfort to the enemy” back in his Vietnam days...and for those who may have forgotten, a few words about ugly divorces and near-bigamy and the ending of McCain’s friendship with Ronald Reagan.

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