The Democratic National Committee Chair, Gov. Howard Dean, M.D. is first!

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About DFA: http://www.democracyforamerica.com/about...

What is Democracy for America?

Inspired by the presidential campaign of Howard Dean, Democracy for America (DFA) is a political action committee dedicated to supporting fiscally responsible, socially progressive candidates at all levels of government—from school board to the presidency. DFA fights against the influence of the far right-wing and their radical, divisive policies and the selfish special interests that for too long have dominated our politics.

DFA has a long-term goal to rebuild the Democratic Party from the bottom up—it will take time, but we must start building a base now for the future.

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Who heads Democracy for America?

James H. Dean, Chair

As the chair of Democracy for America (DFA), Jim Dean is committed to carrying on what his brother, Governor Howard Dean, started - strengthening grassroots participation; and the recruitment and election of fiscally responsible and socially progressive candidates to all levels of government. This is a long-term investment that will pay off if we are willing to stand up for what we believe in and support candidates at every level of political office.


Governor Howard Dean, M.D., Founder

Governor Howard Dean founded Democracy for America in 2004 to build on the grassroots momentum for reform that his bid for the presidency sparked. The movement propelled DFA into a successful national organization committed to the "50 State Strategy." In February 2005 Governor Dean resigned from the leadership of DFA to chair the Democratic National Committee.

The candidates below have earned the DFA-List endorsement
and are a top priority for DFA members in 2007. http://www.democracyforamerica.com/candi...

Charlie Brown for Congress, CA-4

2007 Grassroots All-Star

In 2006, Charlie, a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel came within 3% points (just 9,000 votes) of upsetting 8 term incumbent John Doolittle, but helped Democratic Party regain the majority in both houses of Congress, and launching an unprecedented grassroots movement that has forever changed the electoral dynamics of the 4th Congressional District.

http://www.actblue.com/page/dfa-list


----- Original Message -----
From: Jan Brown, Brown for Congress
To: srowe@sti.net
Sent: Friday, November 23, 2007 8:57 PM
Subject: You're Invited to Charlie's Birthday Bash


Dear Susan,

With the holidays upon us, and knowing our biggest battle still lies ahead in 2008, I wanted to say thank you again for your friendship, encouragement, and support these past few years.

And in that spirit, I also wanted to invite you to a PARTY!

https://www.charlieforcongress.com/contr...

In a few short weeks, Charlie will be celebrating his 58th birthday. And with your help, I know we can make it a birthday he'll never forget.

IT'S THE GREAT BIRTHDAY BASH, CHARLIE BROWN!

https://www.charlieforcongress.com/contr...

From small town farms in Iowa, to defending our country around the world, to championing our values here in CD 4, Charlie has always stood for honor.

Please Join me, our campaign team, special guests, friends, and supporters as we honor Charlie on his 58th Birthday.


When: December 13, 2007, 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Where: Roseville Opera House
411 Lincoln Street
Roseville, CA 95678

Enjoy Music, Appetizers, Cake, and a selection of Beverages

Featuring The Jazz Stylings of Lorraine Gervais < http://www.lorrainegervais.com/ >

TO RSVP, CLICK HERE: https://www.charlieforcongress.com/contr...
(your name will appear on a special birthday card being presented to Charlie at the Party)

Students: $12.13--Honors the Day and Month of Charlie's Birth.

Individuals: $20.08 --The year WE will elect Charlie to Congress
$26.00 -- Honors Charlie's 26 year Air Force Career
$58.00 -- In Honor of Charlie's 58th Birthday


I know Charlie would be truly honored to have you with us on December 13th. And with your continued support, I know that when Charlie turns 59 next year, he'll be just one month and 7 days from taking the oath of office as our next Congressman.

We hope you have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving weekend.

Very Sincerely,

Jan Brown

P.S. If you cannot make the party, your name will still appear on Charlie's special birthday card if you contribute via the Birthday Bash page on our website.

https://www.charlieforcongress.com/contr...

What's Your Label?

I am Woman.

I am an American.

I was raised in a Rural Mid-Western, Democratic, Union, Christian household. All of my Great-Grandparents were Democrats, all of my Grand-parents were Democrats, my Parents were Democrats and I married a Democrat 24 years ago.

I am a shameless progressive Democrat.

I am one of the thousands of founding members of DFA.

I am the Chair of the Madera County Democratic Party.

I am a Delegate member of the California Democratic Party.

http://www.cadem.org/atf/cf/%7BBF9D7366-...

http://www.cadem.org/atf/cf/%7BBF9D7366-...

Whats my label?  I didnt know I was a can of food............

Mr. Rudds reach out to Mr. Gore and promising to make the Environment one of the most important issues he would address, garnered Mr. Gore's support and it seems to have paid off.

WOOOOHOOOO!!!! Rudd elected, Howard booted!

Rudd: I will be prime minister for all Australians

Howard concedes defeat to Labor Party in Australian elections
Howard's own seat in Sydney in doubt with half the ballots counted



SYDNEY, Australia (CNN) -- Opposition leader Kevin Rudd greeted jubilant supporters Saturday night, as he promised changes in environmental, education and workplace policies as Australia's new prime minister.

"I will be a prime minister for all Australians," he told the cheering crowd. "Let us be the generation that seizes the opportunity of today to invest in the Australia of tomorrow. That's the mission statement we have as the next government of this country."

http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/11...

8.

Linda*in*SFNM
Sat, 11/24/07
11:06 am


Rudd: I will be prime minister for all Australians
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Linda, though I have nothing against Rudd but the line to be "for all Australians/Americans/French/etc." is FOR MANY YEARS! a standard one for ANY new elected person in ANY of those countries having "advanced democracy"..., lol.

I am always suspicious when someone comes out of the woodwork and makes statements like Mr. Verdes has on this blog.

It is almost always the Republicans (neocons, conservatives, etc) who are the obstructionists. For them it is their way or the highway. Whether they are in the majority or minority, they pull every legal maneuver or dirty trick in the book to get their way. As is currently the habit of Republicans in the U.S. House of  Reps., they begin moving to adjourn for the day somewhere around noon.

So I don't buy into the sincerity of Mr. Verdes' blog. He writes that he himself was a Republican, then a Democrat, then an Indy. Independents are not a party so one can't hide behind that label as Verdes has.

There was a letter to the editor this morning in our newspaper from a woman asking for a vote for "Romney for President" because Bush I and  Bush II didn't work out, so, of course, Clinton I and Clinton II wouldn't work either. It is a ridiculous letter, but at least she didn't hide behind any neutral claims as Verdes has.

11. The question is will he do it all at once, or ad seriatim.

If "all at once" he'll end up a compromiser like Clinton.

Is that better than Bush Two who's only for his cronies? I don't know.

...and, SUSAN ROCKS!

9.

Joan* In*Florida
Sat, 11/24/07
11:10 am


Centrist political operatives [DLC Hacks] are also very good at the art of deception [dirty tricks].

12. well, that would be like projecting and accusing every single candidate who states his 3 main campaign themes would be trying to do them all at once and would have to compromise too much to get it done as well.

Why state anyone wants to accomplish a thing. ?

make that now 13.....or who knows.

12.Susan Rowe

Centrist political operatives [DLC Hacks] are also very good at the art of deception [dirty tricks].

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It can also be naivete. As for being suspicious of "once-Republicans" this would be foolish. We owe much of our recent success to those who crossed over.

Democrats were not always perfect. We started Viet Nam, and made lots of mistakes with inner city corruption and social programs (going back in time.) Reagan got into power for many reasons, some of which were valid, even if many of his supporters were insidiously deceptive, especially in the long run.

http://www.blogforamerica.com/view/23083

http://www.blogforamerica.com/view/23083

I do think that candidates are in a different position from elected officials.   

What is my label?  Something very rare these days.

To feel superior to those were not "lifelong Democrats" is a paranoia and self-righteousness that mimics the GOP Social Darwinistic posturing, on a different level. I believe it is called Democratioc elitism. We cannot become a winning party with a prevailing attitude like that.

Most of the Southern States were once Democratic and became Republican, and the GOP owes much of its success to leaving the past in the past. You'll never hear them talk about Southerner with disdain as being "once Republican"

that is "once Democratic"

New thread spotting.

Avoidable Apocalypse

Doesn't appear as if the DFA Scranton, PA Meetups thrived, BTW.

Prospects for the Indy rendition look worse.

...not that I'm the least impressed w/Democrats' behaviors now, but "organizing" Indies is an oxymoron in redundancy & futility. 

24.


Thanks Linda

Will I guess if I don't see things your way, I must be worng. Now that sounds like a real Right Winger. If you want to learn what I'm about go to www.takebackgov.org