A message from a four-legged friend.

Written by: Commissioner Richard Renner on Jan 20, 2009 7:28 PM EST

Linked to groups: Sarasota County DFA, Democracy for America Miami-Dade (DFAM), Citizens Action For Southern New Hampshire, Georgia for Democracy, DFA Film Club

Mitzy is a two year old Brittany Spaniel/Chocolate Lab mix.  She is a wonderful dog who loves to play, especially fetch, and loves to go for rides in the car.  She knows how to sit, shake and heel. 

Mitzy's family loved her very much.  They had her spayed, as all responsible pet-owners should, and took her to the Vet for the least little problem.  Mitzy was a member of the family, and when a member of your family is sick, you take them to the doctor.

However, about six months ago, the father of Mitzy's family lost his job.  The result was so financially devastating that they could no longer afford to care for Mitzy and were forced to surrender her to the Missaukee Humane Society.

Given the exponential descent of our economy, Mitzy's story has become all too common.  But, there is something you can do to help.  Missaukee Humane Society (MHS) is a small shelter in rural northern Michigan, dependent on contributions to continue their mission of mercy.  They are one of the only no-kill animal shelters left in Michigan, and are currently running on a deficit, at full capacity.  Many mornings, the staff arrives to find abandoned pets, left overnight by owners who can no longer afford to feed or care for them.

Right now, MHS is attempting to win a $10,000 prize from Adopt-a-Pet.com.  Please, can you spare 30 seconds of your time to vote for MHS, by clicking on...

http://www.care2.com/animalsheltercontest/70962/?refer=26290.12.1229816824.4762

$10,000 could save literally hundreds of abandoned pets - Pets that give us nothing but unconditional love in exchange for an occasional pat on the head, a squeaky toy to play with, and a couple of bowls filled with food and fresh water.

Because MHS is in a rural, sparsely populated area, they need as many votes as possible from all across the state, and all across the country.  Please vote now at...

http://www.care2.com/animalsheltercontest/70962/?refer=26290.12.1229816824.4762

Time is running out, so please don't wait.  The contest ends January 31, 2009, at 11:59pm.  After you vote, you will have an opportunity to forward information about the contest to as many people as possible so that they can join you in this worthy cause.  Vote, spread the word, be a voice for the voiceless...

http://www.care2.com/animalsheltercontest/70962/?refer=26290.12.1229816824.4762

I thank you, and Mitzy thanks you.

The one absolute, unselfish friend that man can have in this selfish world—the one that never deserts him, the one that never proves ungrateful or treacherous—is his dog…

 - George Graham Vest, American lawyer and politician, 1830-1904

Can you spare 30 seconds of your time to help save abandoned pets?

Written by: Commissioner Richard Renner on Jan 4, 2009 10:30 PM EST

Linked to groups: Metropolitan Democratic Club, DFA Oklahoma, Progressive Cheverly, South Carolina Progressive Network, MidMichigan Democracy for America

As our economic crisis continues to worsen, some of the most vulnerable among us can not speak for themselves - Unwanted and abandoned pets.  Missaukee Humane Society (MHS) is a small shelter in rural Northern Michigan, dependent on contributions to continue their mission of mercy.  MHS is one of the only no-kill animal shelters left in Michigan.  They are currently running on a deficit, and at full capacity.  Many mornings, the staff arrives to find abandoned pets, left overnight by owners who can no longer afford to feed or care for them.

Right now, MHS is attempting to win a $10,000 prize from Adopt-a-Pet.com.  Please, can you spare 30 seconds of your time to vote for MHS, by clicking on...

http://www.care2.com/animalsheltercontest/70962/?refer=26290.12.1229816824.4762

$10,000 could save literally hundreds of abandoned pets - Pets that give us nothing but unconditional love in exchange for an occasional pat on the head, game of fetch, and a couple of bowls filled with food and fresh water.

Because MHS is in a rural, sparsely populated area, they need as many votes as possible from all across the state, and all across the country.  Please vote now at...

http://www.care2.com/animalsheltercontest/70962/?refer=26290.12.1229816824.4762

The one absolute, unselfish friend that man can have in this selfish world—the one that never deserts him, the one that never proves ungrateful or treacherous—is his dog…a man’s dog stands by him in prosperity and in poverty, in health and in sickness. He will sleep on the cold ground, where the wintry winds blow and the snow drives fiercely, if only he can be near his master’s side. He will kiss the hand that had no food to offer, he will lick the wounds and sores that come in encounter with the roughness of the world. He guards the sleep of his pauper master as if he were a prince. When all other friends desert, he remains. When riches take wings and reputation falls to pieces he is as constant in his love as the sun in its journey through the heavens. If fortune drives the master forth an outcast in the world, friendless and homeless, the faithful dog asks no higher privilege than that of accompanying him to guard against danger, to fight against his enemies. And when the last scene of all comes, and death takes the master in its embrace, and his body is laid away in the cold ground, no matter if all other friends pursue their way, there by his graveside will the noble dog be found, his head between his paws, his eyes sad but open in alert watchfulness, faithful and true even to death.

 - George Graham Vest, American lawyer and politician, 1830-1904

Happy Thanksgiving from Missaukee County (Michigan) :)

Written by: Commissioner Richard Renner on Nov 26, 2008 7:30 PM EST

Linked to groups: J&S Bean Factory, The Young Turks ~ ENOUGH!, DFIA, Washington Fair Elections, Bloggers

To all my friends at Democracy for America,

May your Thanksgiving be filled with Love, Faith and Laughter.

Best wishes,

Richard Renner

Missaukee County Commissioner-elect

Membership Chair, Missaukee County Democratic Party

“Strange is our situation here upon earth.  Each of us comes for a short visit, not knowing why, yet sometimes seeming to a divine purpose.  From the standpoint of daily life, however, there is one thing we do know:  That we are here for the sake of others...for the countless unknown souls with whose fate we are connected by a bond of sympathy.  Many times a day, I realize how much my outer and inner life is built upon the labors of people, both living and dead, and how earnestly I must exert myself in order to give in return as much as I have received.”

 - Albert Einstein

"...let's not forget all the hard-working, progressive Democrats who are running for local offices..." - Democrats.com

Written by: Commissioner Richard Renner on Nov 17, 2008 9:41 PM EST

Linked to groups: DFA Night School, "FreePress.org" OhioHonestElections, Roosevelt Democratic Club, Georgia Business Professionals DFA, Portland Area Democracy for America

"...let's not forget all the hard-working, progressive Democrats who are running for local offices...Local and state offices have an enormous impact on our lives, and also produce our future national leaders..." - Democrats.com

CHALLENGE: ONLY 3 DAYS LEFT to raise $380! Help the only Democratic County Commissioner in Missaukee County (Michigan).

On Tuesday, November 4th, history was made in Missaukee County. I was fortunate enough to defeat a Republican incumbent for County Commissioner in the second most Republican county in the state of Michigan. However, as with many campaigns, I have debt to pay off, and several final expenses to pay. I need to raise $380 in 3 days. Can I count on you? Making a contribution is easier than ever. Just click on the link below, and make a secure, online contribution using PayPal...

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OFFICIALLY ENDORSED BY MID-MICHIGAN DEMOCRACY FOR AMERICA (MMDfA)!

“Richard REALLY knows his stuff and has specific plans for improving his county.”

As I was quoted in our local daily, the Cadillac News, following my victory...

"The voters...have made a determination that the status quo is no longer acceptable, that we expect more accountability, greater openness, and transparency in county government."

Please, help me pay off my debt by raising $380 in 3 days. Just click on the link below, and make a secure, online contribution using PayPal...

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Victory '10,

Richard Renner

Missaukee County Commissioner-elect

"...public service must be more than doing a job efficiently and honestly. It must be a complete dedication to the people...with full recognition that every human being is entitled to courtesy and consideration."

- Margaret Chase Smith, U.S. Senator from Maine, 1949-1973

Oil Crisis: Oil Industry's method of raising prices and cutting their own taxes

Written by: James Dunn on Jul 8, 2008 11:15 AM EDT

Linked to groups: We the People..., Democracy For the Heart of America, Democracy for Pittsburgh, Essex Freeholder Watch, Democracy for North Dakota

Regarding opening environmentally protected areas for mining and pumping oil:

There is over 200 years of oil in the 48 contiguous States that are capped up by oil companies to monopolize world energy. There is no need to violate our environmentally protected areas, just to allow oil companies to further monopolize their strangle hold over our lives.

They are creating a media frenzy just to increase the price of oil; very successfully I might add. However, there is no immediate threat for an oil shortage !!! The oil companies have ONLY created the perception that there is a shortage !!!!

I personally believe that ALL mineral rights belong to the American People, NOT souless corporations!!!

I applaud Venezuela for nationalizing the oil assets in their country!!!!

We should be doing the same thing here in the United States !!!!

Ethically Eliminate ALL Political Corruption

http://blog.360.yahoo.com/jamesbdunn?p=57

Kyle Foust: The only choice for Progressives

Written by: Kevin Caridad on Apr 1, 2008 3:54 PM EDT

Linked to groups: Western PA-DFA

Kyle Foust is a very popular Erie County Councilmen who is working to earn the democratic nomination to run against the incumbent conservative republican Phil English. Everyone in western PA, including many republicans has had enough of his George Bush rubber stamp policies. The winds of change are blowing and it is Foust’s sails that have caught the wind.http://www.foustforcongress.com/Kyle Foust wants to meet you this Friday 7pm at Natili restaurant in down town Butler. Foust is a Democrat who can take on Phil English and win. You deserve a congressman who will represent your values. Please come this Friday 7 pm to Natili restaurant in down town butler to meet Kyle Foust the democrat who will defeat Phil English. http://actblue.com/entity/fundraisers/18244 Kyle Foust is the only progressive democrat running on the democratic ticket for congress who has proven he can beat an incumbent republican. Kyle Foust is pro choice and has signed on "A Responsible Plan to End the War in Iraq”. Please come and discuss your issues with Kyle Foust!!!http://www.responsibleplan.com/plan

How we won when no one thought we would

Written by: Kevin Caridad on Nov 14, 2006 1:00 PM EST

Linked to groups: Western PA-DFA

I was the Butler County Organizer for Jason  Altmire the Democratic candidate for PA's 4th CD. Jason challenged Republican  Melissa Hart who was a three term incumbent and was believed to have a bullet proof seat. However, Election Day disproved that reality. I went to DFA training back in the early sping  in Columbus, OH where I learned all aspects of running a campaign. I was volunteered to head Butler efforts because no one had great expectations of Butler due to the heavy Republican registration. The expectation was 32% of the vote. I used my new learned DFA skills for fundraising, grassroots organizing, and for a strong GOTV effort. By the time election Day came I had raised over 10 thouand dollars, had amassed over 80 volunteers, ans was the GOTV captain for the democratic congressional, senatorial, and governors race in Butlers 4th CD. By the end of the night we had swept  Republican Congresswomen Hart and Senator Santorum out of office while retaining the governorship.  GO DFA! 

Attend Iraq For Sale Movie on October 11!

Written by: Louis Hancherick on Oct 5, 2006 5:48 PM EDT

Linked to groups: Western PA-DFA

Dear Member,

Please attend Iraq For Sale Movie on Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at 7:00 PM. You can RSVP at:

www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=119...

What: Iraq For Sale Movie
When: Wednesday, October 11, 2006, 7:00 PM
Where: Butler County Democratic Headquarters
138 N. Main St
Butler PA 16001

Attend HOW TO GET OUT OF IRAQ on October 21!

Written by: Kevin Caridad on Aug 30, 2006 5:37 PM EDT

Linked to groups: Western PA-DFA

Dear Member,

Please attend HOW TO GET OUT OF IRAQ on Saturday, October 21, 2006 at 7:00 PM. You can RSVP at:

www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=119...

What: HOW TO GET OUT OF IRAQ
When: Saturday, October 21, 2006, 7:00 PM
Where: Hain Middle School
1516 Haine School Road Doors Open at 6:50pm
Cranberry Twp PA 16066

Attend D-PAC GOTV Meeting on August 23!

Written by: Louis Hancherick on Aug 21, 2006 9:56 PM EDT

Linked to groups: Western PA-DFA

Dear Member,

You are invited to an important meeting this Wednesday for all political activists in Southwestern Butler County and surrounds. It is being presented by the Butler County Democrats for Change D-PAC and will feature Mark Salvas, the Western Pennsylvania Field Campaign Manager for the Rendell For Governor Campaign. See www.butlercountydemocrats.org

The main theme of the meeting will be a strategy and planning session for getting out the vote (GOTV) for our area. Although not an official North Hills DFA meeting, I urge you to support this effort. It is key to our success for the Democratic slate of candidates in November.


D-PAC GOTV/CANVASSING STRATEGY MEETING

With Mark Salvas from the Governor's Campaign as special guest speaker

Wed., Aug. 23, 2006 * 7-9 pm * Beecher's Gelato & Gourmet Coffee shop, 2nd Floor.

204 South Main St. * Zelienople, PA

OPEN TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES!

Hope to see you all there,

Lou Hancherick
Organizer,
North Hills DFA
www.dfalink.com/northhills
724-452-5556



Please plan to attend the D-PAC GOTV Meeting on Wednesday, August 23, 2006 at 7:00 PM. You can RSVP at:

www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=116...