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HELP! IF YOU CARE ABOUT MARYLAND ELECTIONS, ACT ON VERIFIABLE VOTING! LOBBY NIGHT MONDAY, 16.MARCH -- 5:30 P.M., IN ANNAPOLIS!

Written by: Jay Kei. on Mar 16, 2009 9:50 AM EDT

Linked to groups: DEMOCRACY for Baltimore

Dear Voter in Maryland,

Remember how hard we fought to get rid of Maryland’s gravely flawed, insecure Diebold touch-screen voting machines? Remember hoping we would feel more confident about election accuracy in Maryland? Remember how, in 2007, every single legislator in both chambers voted to scrap the inconsistent paperless voting machines for a highly-accurate, optical scan system with accessibility and auditing capability for elections conducted in Maryland?

We need your help. The progress we have made towards securible, accessible, verifiable elections is in serious trouble in the waning month of Maryland's Legislative Session. An effort is underway to delay implementation of a paper-based, optical-scan, accessible ballot-marking system. Several allied Maryland groups are working around the clock to prevent backtracking on this transition and to prevent unreliable outcomes in our elections.

Activists from several groups around the State are organizing a lobby night this upcoming Monday. We will meet in the Miller Senate Office Building, 11 Bladen Street, Annapolis, at 5:30 p.m., in the rotunda. (Turn right and walk up the ramp after passing through security.) Participants will be organized into teams, provided talking points and other materials, and sent on to meet with key legislators in both chambers of the General Assembly.

In preparation for lobby night, visit mdelect.net and find out the names of your Delegate(s) and Senator from your part of the State, if you do not already know them. Please send their names to Stan Boyd, sbb223@yahoo.com, and let him know you are coming so he can organize and plan for the evening. Let him know if you need or can give a ride and the place and time you would be able to leave for the Capitol.

In the meantime, send a mail to your legislator and other key legislators (listed at the end of this mail) to whom we are focusing. A sample letter below urges Maryland's public servants to continue with the implementation of an optical scan/accessible ballot marking system by 2010, and supporting a bill requiring random audits of machine tallies.

Our message clarifies the transition to paper ballots will immediately save Maryland millions of dollars, because:
the high cost of upkeep, storage, and maintenance of the Diebold touch-screen machines,
the optical scan system can allow the disabled to vote independently and privately, and,
the optical scan system is more reliable and transparent than the Diebold system.
The detailed research <http://www.saveourvotes..org/reports/08-costs-mdvotingsystem.pdf> of all costs involved shows the least expensive option for Maryland would be to move on the planned acquisition of the optical scan/accessible ballot marking voting system. The paper-based, optical scan system is already in use across 55% of the country’s counties and provides the most reliable, accurate, and cost-effective method for casting and counting ballots. Maryland needs to save every single precious dollar at once! We do not have any more money to waste on the untrustworthy Diebold election apparatus.

There is no intelligent excuse to delay implementation in Maryland. We urgently need your help to save our transition to trustworthy elections by 2010.

We look forward to seeing you on Monday night!

Sincerely,
Stan Boyd (301) 593-3488 or (301) 437-3936
Jay Kei. (443) 514-5959

Sample Letter to Legislators:

I am writing to implore you to do everything in your power to ensure Maryland continues on the path toward verifiable elections by 2010 despite several legislative proposals to delay implementation of a proposed optical scan solution.

Your vote in 2007 to adopt a voting system based on optically scanned paper ballots was a smart choice for several reasons, but it is even more important in these lean economic times. In the current budget environment, Maryland cannot afford to continue operating its expensive and error prone touch-screen voting system. The timetable for a new voting system by 2010 must not be postponed.

An optical scan system requires 80% less equipment than our current touch-screen system. Each polling place needs only one such machine to count and store the paper ballots, and one ballot-marking station for voters with disabilities to mark their paper ballots. (In contrast, the Diebold election machines require a minimum of six touch screen machines per precinct.) This reduces all costs of operating a voting system, including equipment maintenance, repairs, programming, testing, transportation, and storage. In fact, the optical scan system you voted in 2007 to adopt is so cost-effective Maryland can expect immediate reductions in our annual elections budgets even while we are still purchasing such optical scan equipment, and even further savings in the future after the new machines are paid in full. To learn more about the costs of Maryland’s voting system, click here:

http://www.saveourvotes.org/legislation/2008/08-costs-mdvotingsystem.pdf

Maryland has outgrown its current system and had to rent additional voting machines to accommodate voter registration increases in last November’s election as mandated by law. Despite the additional equipment, wait times of more than two hours were documented throughout the state on election day. Despite record interest in this historic election and hundreds of thousands of new voter registrations, voter turnout was slightly lower than expected, perhaps because some voters may have been unable to find time to wait in these long lines. An optical scan solution would enable voters to mark their ballots anywhere there is a private space, without needing any expensive equipment, which would greatly expand voter capacity during peak voting hours.

The well-documented security vulnerabilities of our touch-screen voting system have necessitated many time-consuming procedures that attempt to protect the integrity of our elections. The Attorney General of Maryland has filed a claim against Premier (formerly Diebold), the manufacturer, to recover $8.5 million in costs the State incurred to establish and implement these security procedures. These procedures are essential -- even though they do little to safeguard the machines against the most serious types of attacks that could alter election outcomes -- but are so cumbersome that they are often ignored by election workers. When properly followed, these security procedures are so time-consuming that election judges often work 18 to 20 hour days opening, closing, and staffing the polls. This has driven many retired people, the former mainstay of polling-place staff, out, because they lack the stamina and skills to administer these high-technology elections. An optical scan system, by contrast, is quickly set up, closed down, and requires very little technology experience, allowing election workers to concentrate on what they do best: serving voters.

Disability rights advocates are justifiably proud of the strong provisions in Maryland’s optical scan law protecting the right of the disabled to vote independently and privately while having the assurance their votes are verifiable, recountable, and integrated with other votes. Systems meeting these stringent requirements have already been certified in Iowa, New York, and others.

Optical scanning machines have much longer life than touch-screen systems, which make them a sound investment. Their proven reliability, economy, and accuracy have made them the most widely used type of voting equipment in the United States of America today. The 2008 Minnesota recount revealed an accuracy rate of 99.9% with an optical-scan system. States across the nation have rejected unverifiable touch-screen voting systems and have already acted to protect their elections. Maryland voters should not have to wait any longer.

Please act now to support whatever bill will allow us to purchase the new optical scanners by the 2010 elections and move Maryland to a system voters can trust along with whatever modifications which may be needed to address disabled voter needs. Finally, please support Maryland House of Delegates Bill 665 and Maryland State Senate Bill 595 requiring paper ballots be counted by hand in random precincts, comparing these tallies to results from the optical scanning machines. (While optical scan is very reliable, it is not perfect (like all machinery) due to programming mistakes, equipment malfunctions, and/or misinterpretation of voter intent. A random audit ensures accurate vote counts.

Thanks for all you do to protect the integrity of our elections here in the Free State.

Key Other Legislators:

SenatorDistrictInternet Mail AddressTelephone/Extension
Joan Carter Conway

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43joan.carter.conway@senate.state.md.us(800) 492-7122, Ext. 3145
Roy Dyson29roy.dyson@senate.state.md.us(800) 492-7122, Ext. 3673
Mike Lenett19mike.lenett@senate.state.md.us(800) 492-7122, Ext. 3151
Jim Rosapepe21jim.rosapepe@senate.state.md.us(800) 492-7122, Ext. 3141
Paul Pinsky22paul.pinsky@senate.state.md.us(800) 492-7122, Ext. 3155
Richard Colburn37richard.colburn@senate.state.md.us(800) 492-7122, Ext. 3590
David Harrington47david.harrington@senate.state.md.us(800) 492-7122, Ext. 3745

DelegateDistrictInternet Mail Address
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Pat Foerster for State Senate -- March to Victory Rally!

Written by: Jay Kei. on Oct 6, 2006 11:34 AM EDT

Linked to groups: DEMOCRACY for America in Frederick

Pat Foerster for State Senate -- March to Victory Rally!

October 8, 2006; 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Gunpowder VFW Hall, 6309 Ebenezer Road, Baltimore, Maryland

Countdown to the Election and Gear Up for Victory in November

For more information, contact Alexis Guild at (410) 238-1997 or FoersterforSenate@Gmail.com

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Pat Foerster for State Senate -- March to Victory Rally!

Written by: Jay Kei. on Oct 6, 2006 11:33 AM EDT

Linked to groups: DEMOCRACY for America in Cumberland

Pat Foerster for State Senate -- March to Victory Rally!

October 8, 2006; 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Gunpowder VFW Hall, 6309 Ebenezer Road, Baltimore, Maryland

Countdown to the Election and Gear Up for Victory in November

For more information, contact Alexis Guild at (410) 238-1997 or FoersterforSenate@Gmail.com

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Pat Foerster for State Senate -- March to Victory Rally!

Written by: Jay Kei. on Oct 6, 2006 11:30 AM EDT

Linked to groups: DEMOCRACY for Baltimore

Pat Foerster for State Senate -- March to Victory Rally!

October 8, 2006; 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Gunpowder VFW Hall, 6309 Ebenezer Road, Baltimore, Maryland

Countdown to the Election and Gear Up for Victory in November

For more information, contact Alexis Guild at (410) 238-1997 or FoersterforSenate@Gmail.com

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DEMOCRACY for Baltimore Steering Committee Meeting on Thursday ...

Written by: Jay Kei. on Sep 20, 2006 11:57 AM EDT

Linked to groups: DEMOCRACY for Baltimore

Good morning everyone.

It's time for our monthly steering committee meeting. We are meeting this month at a brand new location in South Baltimore: COCO MOKA CAFE. Of course, the time is 7:00 p.m., as always. Come early and knosh on one of the FABULOUS scones. The tea is first rate, as well.

Items for consideration at meeting:

Founding Participatory Documents
December Post Election Party

The following are contact details for the location:

COCO MOKA CAFE at The Foundry on Fort
921 East Fort Avenue in Baltimore
(410) 244-6983

For those coming from outside the Beltway, there is very easy access to Interstate 95. (You can see the Port and the cranes from the patio; the Baltimore tunnel is just north of the Port.) Additionally, the great outlet is just south of the Inner Harbour where you can walk across the Harbour or get access to MTA Bus 1 from Mondawmin or Charles Center. Lawrence Street and East Fort Avenue is at the northwest corner of The Foundry; you can access Lawrence Street from Key Highway at the cusp of the Harbour.

Looking forward to seeing you there. If you have any questions, please feel free to hit me on my telephone.

Best regards,
Jay
Wireless: (443) 514-5959

Move the U.S.A. Forward!

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Happy Labor Day Events ... (PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY!)

Written by: Jay Kei. on Aug 29, 2006 2:23 PM EDT

Linked to groups: DFA/Greater Bowie DEMOCRATS

Happy Labor Day Weekend! Do you know which political party is responsible for this tribute to the worker and late summer vacation? Government is better when DEMOCRATS take charge. It is vital we send a message to the failed leadership in Washington, D.C.; Annapolis, and our local county seats a change is coming - "staying the course" is NOT a path to victory, energy independence is a national emergency priority, and all of us are entitled to affordable, quality healthcare.
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The Swing States Road Show, celebrating the release of their new single: "We Can Do Better", will perform TONIGHT, Tuesday, 29.August, in a benefit for Congressional candidate, Captain Andrew Duck for Maryland's District 6, at The Cats Eye Pub, 1730 Thames Street in Fells. The fun begins at 9:30 p.m., and ALL proceeds from CD sales will benefit Captain Andrew Duck for Congress committee to unseat entrenched incumbent, Dr. Roscoe Bartlett. In Andrew, we have a chance to chip away at the RADICAL WRONG majority right here in Baltimore's and Montgomery County's northern suburbs.
R.S.V.P.: Lea Jones or (443) 413-6826. Visit virtual Road Show at: www.LeaJonesMusic.com/...
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Martin O'Malley/Anthony Brown for Governor
Monday through Thursday, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Telephone calling at O'Malley/Brown offices throughout the State.
R.S.V.P.: Ashley Valis at or (410) 814-4206
Telephone calling Monday through Thursday, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.: at the Teamsters Union at 1404 South Crain Highway in Glen Burnie. Munch on Snacks. If you are from another campaign, we can include your candidate's question in our efforts!
R.S.V.P. Christine Krueger
Tuesday, 29.August, 2006, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Stoney Creek DEMOCRATIC Club Bingo. The club is expecting over 200 people to attend, and it should be a great chance to talk to voters. Meet at 6:45 p.m., at the Stoney Creek DEMOCRATIC Club on Fort Smallwood Road in Pasadena. R.S.V.P. Christine Krueger
Wednesday, 30.August, 5:30 p.m.: AFL-CIO Labor Rally at Steelworkers Hall, 540 Dundalk Avenue in Baltimore. Help sign up volunteers and pass out bumper stickers. R.S.V.P.: Ashley Valis.
Wednesday, 30.August, Thursday, 31.August, 5:00 p.m.: Go door-to-door to talk with voters and tell them why you love O'Malley. Don't worry if you don't know everything about policy - most of us don't; we can send voters more information if they are interested in a specific issue. Meet at the Teamsters Union at 1404 South Crain Highway in Glen Burnie. If you are from another campaign, we can include your candidate's literature in our canvass! R.S.V.P. Christine Krueger
Through Monday, 4.September, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m./Weekend Hours - All Day: State Fair. DEMOCRATIC party booth inside the exhibition hall. The Mayor will be at the fair on Saturday; walk around the fair with him while he meets with exhibitors and residents from across the state. R.S.V.P.: Ashley Valis.
Friday, 1.September, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Participate in a shore-wide visibility event. We are going to wave O'Malley/Brown signs at the Bay Bridge, Easton (corner of Arcadia Street and U.S. Route 50 on the vacant lot across from Shore Sportsman), Cambridge, and Salisbury This is a great opportunity to reach thousands of voters! Show the State the Eastern Shore is O'Malley country.
R.S.V.P.: Easton: Dan McDermotts (410) 822-7553
Bay Bridge: Frank Kratovil or Art Hock
Cambridge: Cheryl Everman
Salisbury: John Coggin
Monday, 4.September, 9:00 a.m.: Greenbelt Labor Day Parade! Walk with the Mayor and the Delegate in the parade.
R.S.V.P.: David Sloan or (240) 296-5400.
Monday, 4.September, 12:00 p.m.: Gaithersburg Labor Day Parade. Walk with the Mayor and the Delegate.
R.S.V.P.: Jackie Whisman or (301) 340-8332.
Help with reception duties, other administrative tasks, or delivery of requested yard signs during the day in all regional offices.
R.S.V.P.: www.martinomalley.com/content/69...
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Peter Franchot for Maryland Comptroller
Wednesday, 30.August, at 12:00 p.m. (event will last 30 minutes ONLY!): Join Delegate Liz Bobo, Dr. Susan Kleinberg, and Helen Ruther for a major announcement at the Howard County Central Library, 10375 Little Patuxent Parkway in Columbia.
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Kweisi Mfume for U.S. SENATE
Visibility: There are two weeks until the Primary; we need to make every moment count. Our "Honk and Wave"s are extremely important to our overall strategy of increasing visibility in the days before the election.
Tuesday, 29.August, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.: Join Kweisi and Baltimore City Council Member, Nick D'Adamo at the intersection of Belair Road and Frankfort Avenue in Baltimore
Thursday, 31.August, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.: Join campaign in Howard County at the corner of Little Patuxent Parkway and Columbia Road near The Mall in Columbia
Friday, 1.September, 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.: Join campaign early in the morning to greet morning commuters at the intersection of Loch Raven Boulevard and Taylor Avenue in Towson
R.S.V.P.: If you can help with any of the events or anywhere else in the State, contact Justin@MfumeforSenate.com in Baltimore or Tom@MfumeforSenate.com in Mount Rainier (Washington metropolitan area).
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Dr. Allan Lichtman for U.S. Senate
Wednesday, 6.September, 8:00 p.m.: Join former Candidate for U.S. President, George McGovern, and satire group, The Capitol Steps, at The Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane in Bethesda
(Private Reception for Co-Hosts and VIP Ticket Purchasers with George McGovern at 6:00 p.m.)
Tickets $500 to $40. R.S.V.P.: (301) 581-5100
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This Week with Dr. Jim Corwin for Congress for Maryland's First Congressional District:
Wednesday,30.August: Fundraiser in Severna Park
Wednesday,30.August, 7:00 p.m.: Political Forum in Crisfield
Thursday, 31.August, 3:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Maryland State Fair
Friday, 1.September, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.: Open House at Talbot County Co-Headquarters in Easton
Friday, 8.September: 40 Annual Maryland Seafood Festival at Sandy Point State Park, just west of the Bay Bridge and just east of Cape Saint Claire
R.S.V.P.: Volunteer@CORWINforCONGRESS.com or (410) 544-0284
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U.S. Congress District 3
Tuesday, 29.August, 7:00 p.m.: Candidate Forum at Columbia Interfaith Center (Christ United Methodist Church and Unitarian Universalist Church), 7246 Cradlerock Way in Columbia
Wednesday, 30.August, 7:00 p.m.: Candidate Forum, Good Samaritan Hospital Parker Center, 5601 Loch Raven Boulevard in Baltimore
Wednesday, 30.August, 7:00 p.m.: HarBel Community Organization Candidate Forum in Baltimore
Wednesday, 6.September: League of Women Voters of Baltimore County Primary Candidates Forum, Goucher College Merrick Lecture Hall in Towson

Dr. Peter Beilenson
R.S.V.P.: www.Peter2006.com/...

Senator Paula Hollinger, R.N.
Monday, 4.September: Howard County DEMOCRATIC Central Committee Annual Labor Day Picnic at Cedar Lane Park in Ellicott City
Thursday, 7.September, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.: Celebrating a Visionary. Rebecca Hoffberger invites you to "Celebrate a Visionary at the Visionary Arts Museum", a reception honoring Senator Paula Colodny Hollinger featuring Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz, Congresswoman Corrine Brown, and Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz. American Visionary Arts Museum, 800 Key Highway in Baltimore (Tickets: $1,000 to $100). R.S.V.P.: Tiffanny@PaulaforCongress.com or (410) 504-2999
Saturday and Sunday, 9. through 10.September: Reister's Towne Day Parade and Festival (Meet at Booth at Hannah Moore School.)

Oz Bengur
R.S.V.P.: Volunteer@OZBENGUR.com or (410) 558-0292

MiShonda Baldwin
Sunday, 3.September, 3:30 p.m.: Meet and Greet in Baltimore
R.S.V.P.: Gizelle Clemens at Scheduler@BaldwinforCongress.com or (862) 371-4741
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Donna Edwards for Congress Maryland District 4
Tuesday, 29.August, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Concert and Fundraiser. Meet Legendary Singer, Songwriter, and Activist, Peter Yarrow (of Peter, Paul and Mary - best known for: "Puff the Magic Dragon" and "If I Had a Hammer"). As an environmentalist, feminist, and vigorous advocate for education reform, Yarrow has been on the forefront of virtually every major social and political movement of our times; he was on stage with The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King on the Mall in 1963 at Dr. King's most famous speech and helped organize some of the largest and most powerful rallies during the Vietnam War. Fundraiser held at Mayorga Coffee Factory, 8040 Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring. Suggested Contribution: $100
Saturday, 2.September, 10:00 a.m.: Final Volunteer Push at Wheaton Regional Park (picnic area) at 2000 Shorefield Road in Wheaton. Canvassing Montgomery County, handing out flyers, delivering signs and material, and then a picnic back at the park.
R.S.V.P.: Lisa Williams-Payton at Lisa@DonnaEdwardsforCongress.com or (301) 316-1880
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Captain Andrew Duck for Congress Maryland District 6
Tuesday, 29.August, 9:30 p.m.: Swing States Road Show concert at Cats Eye Pub celebrating release of new single: "We Can Do Better", 1730 Thames Street in Fells. Proceeds for all CD sales will benefit Captain Andrew Duck for Congress committee. Visit virtual Road Show at: www.LeaJonesMusic.com/...
Tuesday, 29.August, 5:00 p.m., Calling Supporters at headquarters
Wednesday, 30.August, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at headquarters
Thursday, 31.August, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at headquarters
Friday, 1.September, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Western Maryland Central Labor Council Get Out the Vote Rally, 152 North Mechanic Street in Cumberland
Saturday, 2.September, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.: Captain Duck will be LIVE on Blaine Young's "Frederick Forum" show on WMFD-930-AM. Debate with Barry Kissin. Studio Phone: (301) 694-WFMD or cingular Wireless: *930. Stream at: http://www.wfmd.com/.
Saturday, 2.September, 10:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Campaign Meeting for Baltimore, Carroll, and Harford Counties in Westminster and Canvassing in Carroll County
Saturday, 2.September, 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.: Central Maryland Labor Council Get Out the Vote Rally, 18131 Maugans Avenue in Hagerstown
Sunday, 3.September, 11:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Separate Canvasses in Cumberland and Hagerstown
Tuesday, 5.September, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at Carpenters Union Hall in Hagerstown
Thursday, 7.September, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at headquarters
Saturday, 9.September, 10:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Separate Canvasses in Hagerstown and Westminster
Sunday, 10.September, 11:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Canvassing in Frederick. Meet at headquarters
You can now call fellow DEMOCRATS from the comfort of your own home or business.
Can you help get yard signs dispersed around the District? Can you help identify locations for the LARGE (four- by eight-foot) signs? Do you or someone you know own property with good visibility like a farm, building, or large garden? You can pick signs up at several locations: (1) DUCK for Congress headquarters; (2) Frederick County DEMOCRATIC headquarters, 343 Market Street in Frederick; (3) combined union hall, 511 East Franklin Street in Hagerstown; (4) Carpenters Union Hall, 327 North Centre Street in Cumberland; (5) Washington County DEMOCRATIC headquarters, 245 North Potomac Street in Hagerstown. We can deliver signs to you if you cannot get to one of these locations.
R.S.V.P.: Matt Hudson, Field Director, at (301) 696-1881 or Matthew@DUCKforCongress.com
Look for article about Captain Duck and four of his veteran colleagues running for the Congress in the October edition of Vanity Fair.
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Sue Kullen for Delegate District 27B
R.S.V.P.: Kelly DiRocco, Kelly@KullenforCalvert.com or (443) 404-8708
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Pat Foerster for State Senate in District 7 [Dr. Andrew Harris's District. TAKE HIM DOWN!]
Sunday, 10.September, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Do you or a loved one suffer from Parkinson's or Alzheimer's diseases, spinal cord injury, stroke, burns, heart disease, diabetes, or osteo or rheumatoid arthritis? Join Pat Foerster, candidate for the Maryland State Senate, District 7, for a conversation with Dr. John Gearhart, Dr. Doug Kerr, and other special guests about Stem Cell research. Home of Sue and John Costello, 12 Dulaney Hills Court in Cockeysville.
R.S.V.P. (by 8.September): (866) 838-0037 or RiceConsulting@verizon.net
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Tracy Miller for Delegate District 42
Canvassing every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 5:00 p.m.; Calling Supporters every Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. Meet at Team for Tracy Miller office. R.S.V.P.: Brian Ward at Brian.Ward.J@Gmail.com or (410) 321-1488 or Wireless: (443) 994-2549
(Tracy's son was murdered in Fallujah in Middle November, 2004, in this most barbaric IRAQ war.)
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Mike Mitchell for Delegate District 46
Can you take off work on Primary day, whether for an hour or for the entire day. There are 50 polls open for 13 hours that need volunteers to answer telephones and otherwise reach out to voters to change our city! If you would consider getting involved on Election Day, you will get a tee shirt, food, and a VIP ticket to the 8:00 p.m., Victory Party at Tyson's Tavern (2112 Fleet Street in Baltimore).
R.S.V.P.: Mike Mitchell ; Elspeth Kursh, Campaign Manager ; or (410)563-6453. www.BuildingaBetterBaltimore.com...
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Kai Hagen for Frederick County Commissioner
Saturday, 2.September: Walk with Kai Hagen in Frederick at First Saturday Gallery Walk.
R.S.V.P.: Adam Schultz at AdamCSchultz@Gmail.com or (301) 271-0765
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Friends of Kathy Reiner Martin for Baltimore County Council District 5
R.S.V.P.: Jan Hidden or (410) 477-0039
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Tobery for Sheriff/Frederick AMVETS Fundraiser - All Proceeds Benefit Tobery for Sheriff and Frederick AMVETS
Friday, 8.September 7:00 p.m.: Prime Rib, Fried Chicken, and Beer; Horseshoes and Volleyball. AMVETS Farm on Route 144 in Frederick. $25 per Person.
R.S.V.P.: (301) 748-5141 or www.toberyforsheriff.com/...
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Dan Foxx for State's Attorney in Montgomery County
Tuesday, 29.August, 7:30 p.m.: Meet and Greet at home of Tracy and Brendan Jacobs in Silver Spring
Tuesday, 5.September: Meet and Greet in Chevy Chase
R.S.V.P.: http://www.fox2006.org/
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Anne Arundel County DEMOCRATIC Central Committee
Saturday, 2.September, 6:00 p.m.: Pre Primary Canvass Party. Meet candidates for DEMOCRATIC Central Committee in Anne Arundel County Districts 31, 32, and 33. Enjoy great food, conversation, and scenic views of the Severn River at sundown! Meet with volunteer coordinators for a list of registered DEMOCRATS in your Anne Arundel County neighborhood. Plan for a one-day canvass prior to the Primary. Realize how DEMOCRATS can win by organizing and connecting with each other.
Home of Jim and Vicki Athans, 485 Joyce Lane in Arnold
Anne Arundel Looking Forward, Jennifer Thibodeau, Treasurer
RSVP: www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=117...
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Mike Callaghan for West Virginia District Two
Drive to Take Back America. Join Mike for Community Roundtable and "I Like Mike" Rallys through 1.September!
R.S.V.P.: Info@MikeWV.com. Martinsburg office: (304) 262-1822
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6.September
Camp DEMOCRACY, formerly Camp Casey, will move to Washington, D.C., to create larger event focused not only on ending war but righting injustices and holding the bu$h machination accountable. Tents will provide activities, trainings, workshops, and entertainment.
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Best regards,
Jay Kei.
Wireless: (443) 514-5959
JayforProgress@Gmail.com
www.dfalink.com/profile.php?id=1...

Together We Can Do Better!

Move the U.S.A. Forward! Help Elect DEMOCRATS in 2006.
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The candidates and/or events in this post have not been endorsed by any single membership; the candidate information I have compiled as a courtesy to respective supporters. There are many candidates around the Free State who are taking on the radical WRONG. For further information, you can reply to this post, and I will attempt to get you information on the candidate of your choice.

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Happy Labor Day Events ... (PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY!)

Written by: Jay Kei. on Aug 29, 2006 2:23 PM EDT

Linked to groups: DEMOCRACY for Baltimore

Happy Labor Day Weekend! Do you know which political party is responsible for this tribute to the worker and late summer vacation? Government is better when DEMOCRATS take charge. It is vital we send a message to the failed leadership in Washington, D.C.; Annapolis, and our local county seats a change is coming - "staying the course" is NOT a path to victory, energy independence is a national emergency priority, and all of us are entitled to affordable, quality healthcare.
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The Swing States Road Show, celebrating the release of their new single: "We Can Do Better", will perform TONIGHT, Tuesday, 29.August, in a benefit for Congressional candidate, Captain Andrew Duck for Maryland's District 6, at The Cats Eye Pub, 1730 Thames Street in Fells. The fun begins at 9:30 p.m., and ALL proceeds from CD sales will benefit Captain Andrew Duck for Congress committee to unseat entrenched incumbent, Dr. Roscoe Bartlett. In Andrew, we have a chance to chip away at the RADICAL WRONG majority right here in Baltimore's and Montgomery County's northern suburbs.
R.S.V.P.: Lea Jones or (443) 413-6826. Visit virtual Road Show at: www.LeaJonesMusic.com/...
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Martin O'Malley/Anthony Brown for Governor
Monday through Thursday, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Telephone calling at O'Malley/Brown offices throughout the State.
R.S.V.P.: Ashley Valis at or (410) 814-4206
Telephone calling Monday through Thursday, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.: at the Teamsters Union at 1404 South Crain Highway in Glen Burnie. Munch on Snacks. If you are from another campaign, we can include your candidate's question in our efforts!
R.S.V.P. Christine Krueger
Tuesday, 29.August, 2006, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Stoney Creek DEMOCRATIC Club Bingo. The club is expecting over 200 people to attend, and it should be a great chance to talk to voters. Meet at 6:45 p.m., at the Stoney Creek DEMOCRATIC Club on Fort Smallwood Road in Pasadena. R.S.V.P. Christine Krueger
Wednesday, 30.August, 5:30 p.m.: AFL-CIO Labor Rally at Steelworkers Hall, 540 Dundalk Avenue in Baltimore. Help sign up volunteers and pass out bumper stickers. R.S.V.P.: Ashley Valis.
Wednesday, 30.August, Thursday, 31.August, 5:00 p.m.: Go door-to-door to talk with voters and tell them why you love O'Malley. Don't worry if you don't know everything about policy - most of us don't; we can send voters more information if they are interested in a specific issue. Meet at the Teamsters Union at 1404 South Crain Highway in Glen Burnie. If you are from another campaign, we can include your candidate's literature in our canvass! R.S.V.P. Christine Krueger
Through Monday, 4.September, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m./Weekend Hours - All Day: State Fair. DEMOCRATIC party booth inside the exhibition hall. The Mayor will be at the fair on Saturday; walk around the fair with him while he meets with exhibitors and residents from across the state. R.S.V.P.: Ashley Valis.
Friday, 1.September, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Participate in a shore-wide visibility event. We are going to wave O'Malley/Brown signs at the Bay Bridge, Easton (corner of Arcadia Street and U.S. Route 50 on the vacant lot across from Shore Sportsman), Cambridge, and Salisbury This is a great opportunity to reach thousands of voters! Show the State the Eastern Shore is O'Malley country.
R.S.V.P.: Easton: Dan McDermotts (410) 822-7553
Bay Bridge: Frank Kratovil or Art Hock
Cambridge: Cheryl Everman
Salisbury: John Coggin
Monday, 4.September, 9:00 a.m.: Greenbelt Labor Day Parade! Walk with the Mayor and the Delegate in the parade.
R.S.V.P.: David Sloan or (240) 296-5400.
Monday, 4.September, 12:00 p.m.: Gaithersburg Labor Day Parade. Walk with the Mayor and the Delegate.
R.S.V.P.: Jackie Whisman or (301) 340-8332.
Help with reception duties, other administrative tasks, or delivery of requested yard signs during the day in all regional offices.
R.S.V.P.: www.martinomalley.com/content/69...
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Peter Franchot for Maryland Comptroller
Wednesday, 30.August, at 12:00 p.m. (event will last 30 minutes ONLY!): Join Delegate Liz Bobo, Dr. Susan Kleinberg, and Helen Ruther for a major announcement at the Howard County Central Library, 10375 Little Patuxent Parkway in Columbia.
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Kweisi Mfume for U.S. SENATE
Visibility: There are two weeks until the Primary; we need to make every moment count. Our "Honk and Wave"s are extremely important to our overall strategy of increasing visibility in the days before the election.
Tuesday, 29.August, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.: Join Kweisi and Baltimore City Council Member, Nick D'Adamo at the intersection of Belair Road and Frankfort Avenue in Baltimore
Thursday, 31.August, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.: Join campaign in Howard County at the corner of Little Patuxent Parkway and Columbia Road near The Mall in Columbia
Friday, 1.September, 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.: Join campaign early in the morning to greet morning commuters at the intersection of Loch Raven Boulevard and Taylor Avenue in Towson
R.S.V.P.: If you can help with any of the events or anywhere else in the State, contact Justin@MfumeforSenate.com in Baltimore or Tom@MfumeforSenate.com in Mount Rainier (Washington metropolitan area).
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Dr. Allan Lichtman for U.S. Senate
Wednesday, 6.September, 8:00 p.m.: Join former Candidate for U.S. President, George McGovern, and satire group, The Capitol Steps, at The Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane in Bethesda
(Private Reception for Co-Hosts and VIP Ticket Purchasers with George McGovern at 6:00 p.m.)
Tickets $500 to $40. R.S.V.P.: (301) 581-5100
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This Week with Dr. Jim Corwin for Congress for Maryland's First Congressional District:
Wednesday,30.August: Fundraiser in Severna Park
Wednesday,30.August, 7:00 p.m.: Political Forum in Crisfield
Thursday, 31.August, 3:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Maryland State Fair
Friday, 1.September, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.: Open House at Talbot County Co-Headquarters in Easton
Friday, 8.September: 40 Annual Maryland Seafood Festival at Sandy Point State Park, just west of the Bay Bridge and just east of Cape Saint Claire
R.S.V.P.: Volunteer@CORWINforCONGRESS.com or (410) 544-0284
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U.S. Congress District 3
Tuesday, 29.August, 7:00 p.m.: Candidate Forum at Columbia Interfaith Center (Christ United Methodist Church and Unitarian Universalist Church), 7246 Cradlerock Way in Columbia
Wednesday, 30.August, 7:00 p.m.: Candidate Forum, Good Samaritan Hospital Parker Center, 5601 Loch Raven Boulevard in Baltimore
Wednesday, 30.August, 7:00 p.m.: HarBel Community Organization Candidate Forum in Baltimore
Wednesday, 6.September: League of Women Voters of Baltimore County Primary Candidates Forum, Goucher College Merrick Lecture Hall in Towson

Dr. Peter Beilenson
R.S.V.P.: www.Peter2006.com/...

Senator Paula Hollinger, R.N.
Monday, 4.September: Howard County DEMOCRATIC Central Committee Annual Labor Day Picnic at Cedar Lane Park in Ellicott City
Thursday, 7.September, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.: Celebrating a Visionary. Rebecca Hoffberger invites you to "Celebrate a Visionary at the Visionary Arts Museum", a reception honoring Senator Paula Colodny Hollinger featuring Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz, Congresswoman Corrine Brown, and Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz. American Visionary Arts Museum, 800 Key Highway in Baltimore (Tickets: $1,000 to $100). R.S.V.P.: Tiffanny@PaulaforCongress.com or (410) 504-2999
Saturday and Sunday, 9. through 10.September: Reister's Towne Day Parade and Festival (Meet at Booth at Hannah Moore School.)

Oz Bengur
R.S.V.P.: Volunteer@OZBENGUR.com or (410) 558-0292

MiShonda Baldwin
Sunday, 3.September, 3:30 p.m.: Meet and Greet in Baltimore
R.S.V.P.: Gizelle Clemens at Scheduler@BaldwinforCongress.com or (862) 371-4741
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Donna Edwards for Congress Maryland District 4
Tuesday, 29.August, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Concert and Fundraiser. Meet Legendary Singer, Songwriter, and Activist, Peter Yarrow (of Peter, Paul and Mary - best known for: "Puff the Magic Dragon" and "If I Had a Hammer"). As an environmentalist, feminist, and vigorous advocate for education reform, Yarrow has been on the forefront of virtually every major social and political movement of our times; he was on stage with The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King on the Mall in 1963 at Dr. King's most famous speech and helped organize some of the largest and most powerful rallies during the Vietnam War. Fundraiser held at Mayorga Coffee Factory, 8040 Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring. Suggested Contribution: $100
Saturday, 2.September, 10:00 a.m.: Final Volunteer Push at Wheaton Regional Park (picnic area) at 2000 Shorefield Road in Wheaton. Canvassing Montgomery County, handing out flyers, delivering signs and material, and then a picnic back at the park.
R.S.V.P.: Lisa Williams-Payton at Lisa@DonnaEdwardsforCongress.com or (301) 316-1880
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Captain Andrew Duck for Congress Maryland District 6
Tuesday, 29.August, 9:30 p.m.: Swing States Road Show concert at Cats Eye Pub celebrating release of new single: "We Can Do Better", 1730 Thames Street in Fells. Proceeds for all CD sales will benefit Captain Andrew Duck for Congress committee. Visit virtual Road Show at: www.LeaJonesMusic.com/...
Tuesday, 29.August, 5:00 p.m., Calling Supporters at headquarters
Wednesday, 30.August, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at headquarters
Thursday, 31.August, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at headquarters
Friday, 1.September, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Western Maryland Central Labor Council Get Out the Vote Rally, 152 North Mechanic Street in Cumberland
Saturday, 2.September, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.: Captain Duck will be LIVE on Blaine Young's "Frederick Forum" show on WMFD-930-AM. Debate with Barry Kissin. Studio Phone: (301) 694-WFMD or cingular Wireless: *930. Stream at: http://www.wfmd.com/.
Saturday, 2.September, 10:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Campaign Meeting for Baltimore, Carroll, and Harford Counties in Westminster and Canvassing in Carroll County
Saturday, 2.September, 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.: Central Maryland Labor Council Get Out the Vote Rally, 18131 Maugans Avenue in Hagerstown
Sunday, 3.September, 11:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Separate Canvasses in Cumberland and Hagerstown
Tuesday, 5.September, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at Carpenters Union Hall in Hagerstown
Thursday, 7.September, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at headquarters
Saturday, 9.September, 10:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Separate Canvasses in Hagerstown and Westminster
Sunday, 10.September, 11:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Canvassing in Frederick. Meet at headquarters
You can now call fellow DEMOCRATS from the comfort of your own home or business.
Can you help get yard signs dispersed around the District? Can you help identify locations for the LARGE (four- by eight-foot) signs? Do you or someone you know own property with good visibility like a farm, building, or large garden? You can pick signs up at several locations: (1) DUCK for Congress headquarters; (2) Frederick County DEMOCRATIC headquarters, 343 Market Street in Frederick; (3) combined union hall, 511 East Franklin Street in Hagerstown; (4) Carpenters Union Hall, 327 North Centre Street in Cumberland; (5) Washington County DEMOCRATIC headquarters, 245 North Potomac Street in Hagerstown. We can deliver signs to you if you cannot get to one of these locations.
R.S.V.P.: Matt Hudson, Field Director, at (301) 696-1881 or Matthew@DUCKforCongress.com
Look for article about Captain Duck and four of his veteran colleagues running for the Congress in the October edition of Vanity Fair.
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Sue Kullen for Delegate District 27B
R.S.V.P.: Kelly DiRocco, Kelly@KullenforCalvert.com or (443) 404-8708
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Pat Foerster for State Senate in District 7 [Dr. Andrew Harris's District. TAKE HIM DOWN!]
Sunday, 10.September, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Do you or a loved one suffer from Parkinson's or Alzheimer's diseases, spinal cord injury, stroke, burns, heart disease, diabetes, or osteo or rheumatoid arthritis? Join Pat Foerster, candidate for the Maryland State Senate, District 7, for a conversation with Dr. John Gearhart, Dr. Doug Kerr, and other special guests about Stem Cell research. Home of Sue and John Costello, 12 Dulaney Hills Court in Cockeysville.
R.S.V.P. (by 8.September): (866) 838-0037 or RiceConsulting@verizon.net
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Tracy Miller for Delegate District 42
Canvassing every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 5:00 p.m.; Calling Supporters every Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. Meet at Team for Tracy Miller office. R.S.V.P.: Brian Ward at Brian.Ward.J@Gmail.com or (410) 321-1488 or Wireless: (443) 994-2549
(Tracy's son was murdered in Fallujah in Middle November, 2004, in this most barbaric IRAQ war.)
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Mike Mitchell for Delegate District 46
Can you take off work on Primary day, whether for an hour or for the entire day. There are 50 polls open for 13 hours that need volunteers to answer telephones and otherwise reach out to voters to change our city! If you would consider getting involved on Election Day, you will get a tee shirt, food, and a VIP ticket to the 8:00 p.m., Victory Party at Tyson's Tavern (2112 Fleet Street in Baltimore).
R.S.V.P.: Mike Mitchell ; Elspeth Kursh, Campaign Manager ; or (410)563-6453. www.BuildingaBetterBaltimore.com...
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Kai Hagen for Frederick County Commissioner
Saturday, 2.September: Walk with Kai Hagen in Frederick at First Saturday Gallery Walk.
R.S.V.P.: Adam Schultz at AdamCSchultz@Gmail.com or (301) 271-0765
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Friends of Kathy Reiner Martin for Baltimore County Council District 5
R.S.V.P.: Jan Hidden or (410) 477-0039
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Tobery for Sheriff/Frederick AMVETS Fundraiser - All Proceeds Benefit Tobery for Sheriff and Frederick AMVETS
Friday, 8.September 7:00 p.m.: Prime Rib, Fried Chicken, and Beer; Horseshoes and Volleyball. AMVETS Farm on Route 144 in Frederick. $25 per Person.
R.S.V.P.: (301) 748-5141 or www.toberyforsheriff.com/...
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Dan Foxx for State's Attorney in Montgomery County
Tuesday, 29.August, 7:30 p.m.: Meet and Greet at home of Tracy and Brendan Jacobs in Silver Spring
Tuesday, 5.September: Meet and Greet in Chevy Chase
R.S.V.P.: http://www.fox2006.org/
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Anne Arundel County DEMOCRATIC Central Committee
Saturday, 2.September, 6:00 p.m.: Pre Primary Canvass Party. Meet candidates for DEMOCRATIC Central Committee in Anne Arundel County Districts 31, 32, and 33. Enjoy great food, conversation, and scenic views of the Severn River at sundown! Meet with volunteer coordinators for a list of registered DEMOCRATS in your Anne Arundel County neighborhood. Plan for a one-day canvass prior to the Primary. Realize how DEMOCRATS can win by organizing and connecting with each other.
Home of Jim and Vicki Athans, 485 Joyce Lane in Arnold
Anne Arundel Looking Forward, Jennifer Thibodeau, Treasurer
RSVP: www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=117...
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Mike Callaghan for West Virginia District Two
Drive to Take Back America. Join Mike for Community Roundtable and "I Like Mike" Rallys through 1.September!
R.S.V.P.: Info@MikeWV.com. Martinsburg office: (304) 262-1822
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6.September
Camp DEMOCRACY, formerly Camp Casey, will move to Washington, D.C., to create larger event focused not only on ending war but righting injustices and holding the bu$h machination accountable. Tents will provide activities, trainings, workshops, and entertainment.
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Best regards,
Jay Kei.
Wireless: (443) 514-5959
JayforProgress@Gmail.com
www.dfalink.com/profile.php?id=1...

Together We Can Do Better!

Move the U.S.A. Forward! Help Elect DEMOCRATS in 2006.
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The candidates and/or events in this post have not been endorsed by any single membership; the candidate information I have compiled as a courtesy to respective supporters. There are many candidates around the Free State who are taking on the radical WRONG. For further information, you can reply to this post, and I will attempt to get you information on the candidate of your choice.

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Happy Labor Day Events ... (PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY!)

Written by: Jay Kei. on Aug 29, 2006 2:21 PM EDT

Linked to groups: DEMOCRACY for Baltimore

Happy Labor Day Weekend! Do you know which political party is responsible for this tribute to the worker and late summer vacation? Government is better when DEMOCRATS take charge. It is vital we send a message to the failed leadership in Washington, D.C.; Annapolis, and our local county seats a change is coming - "staying the course" is NOT a path to victory, energy independence is a national emergency priority, and all of us are entitled to affordable, quality healthcare.
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The Swing States Road Show, celebrating the release of their new single: "We Can Do Better", will perform TONIGHT, Tuesday, 29.August, in a benefit for Congressional candidate, Captain Andrew Duck for Maryland's District 6, at The Cats Eye Pub, 1730 Thames Street in Fells. The fun begins at 9:30 p.m., and ALL proceeds from CD sales will benefit Captain Andrew Duck for Congress committee to unseat entrenched incumbent, Dr. Roscoe Bartlett. In Andrew, we have a chance to chip away at the RADICAL WRONG majority right here in Baltimore's and Montgomery County's northern suburbs.
R.S.V.P.: Lea Jones or (443) 413-6826. Visit virtual Road Show at: www.LeaJonesMusic.com/...
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Martin O'Malley/Anthony Brown for Governor
Monday through Thursday, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Telephone calling at O'Malley/Brown offices throughout the State.
R.S.V.P.: Ashley Valis at or (410) 814-4206
Telephone calling Monday through Thursday, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.: at the Teamsters Union at 1404 South Crain Highway in Glen Burnie. Munch on Snacks. If you are from another campaign, we can include your candidate's question in our efforts!
R.S.V.P. Christine Krueger
Tuesday, 29.August, 2006, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Stoney Creek DEMOCRATIC Club Bingo. The club is expecting over 200 people to attend, and it should be a great chance to talk to voters. Meet at 6:45 p.m., at the Stoney Creek DEMOCRATIC Club on Fort Smallwood Road in Pasadena. R.S.V.P. Christine Krueger
Wednesday, 30.August, 5:30 p.m.: AFL-CIO Labor Rally at Steelworkers Hall, 540 Dundalk Avenue in Baltimore. Help sign up volunteers and pass out bumper stickers. R.S.V.P.: Ashley Valis.
Wednesday, 30.August, Thursday, 31.August, 5:00 p.m.: Go door-to-door to talk with voters and tell them why you love O'Malley. Don't worry if you don't know everything about policy - most of us don't; we can send voters more information if they are interested in a specific issue. Meet at the Teamsters Union at 1404 South Crain Highway in Glen Burnie. If you are from another campaign, we can include your candidate's literature in our canvass! R.S.V.P. Christine Krueger
Through Monday, 4.September, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m./Weekend Hours - All Day: State Fair. DEMOCRATIC party booth inside the exhibition hall. The Mayor will be at the fair on Saturday; walk around the fair with him while he meets with exhibitors and residents from across the state. R.S.V.P.: Ashley Valis.
Friday, 1.September, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Participate in a shore-wide visibility event. We are going to wave O'Malley/Brown signs at the Bay Bridge, Easton (corner of Arcadia Street and U.S. Route 50 on the vacant lot across from Shore Sportsman), Cambridge, and Salisbury This is a great opportunity to reach thousands of voters! Show the State the Eastern Shore is O'Malley country.
R.S.V.P.: Easton: Dan McDermotts (410) 822-7553
Bay Bridge: Frank Kratovil or Art Hock
Cambridge: Cheryl Everman
Salisbury: John Coggin
Monday, 4.September, 9:00 a.m.: Greenbelt Labor Day Parade! Walk with the Mayor and the Delegate in the parade.
R.S.V.P.: David Sloan or (240) 296-5400.
Monday, 4.September, 12:00 p.m.: Gaithersburg Labor Day Parade. Walk with the Mayor and the Delegate.
R.S.V.P.: Jackie Whisman or (301) 340-8332.
Help with reception duties, other administrative tasks, or delivery of requested yard signs during the day in all regional offices.
R.S.V.P.: www.martinomalley.com/content/69...
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Peter Franchot for Maryland Comptroller
Wednesday, 30.August, at 12:00 p.m. (event will last 30 minutes ONLY!): Join Delegate Liz Bobo, Dr. Susan Kleinberg, and Helen Ruther for a major announcement at the Howard County Central Library, 10375 Little Patuxent Parkway in Columbia.
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Kweisi Mfume for U.S. SENATE
Visibility: There are two weeks until the Primary; we need to make every moment count. Our "Honk and Wave"s are extremely important to our overall strategy of increasing visibility in the days before the election.
Tuesday, 29.August, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.: Join Kweisi and Baltimore City Council Member, Nick D'Adamo at the intersection of Belair Road and Frankfort Avenue in Baltimore
Thursday, 31.August, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.: Join campaign in Howard County at the corner of Little Patuxent Parkway and Columbia Road near The Mall in Columbia
Friday, 1.September, 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.: Join campaign early in the morning to greet morning commuters at the intersection of Loch Raven Boulevard and Taylor Avenue in Towson
R.S.V.P.: If you can help with any of the events or anywhere else in the State, contact Justin@MfumeforSenate.com in Baltimore or Tom@MfumeforSenate.com in Mount Rainier (Washington metropolitan area).
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Dr. Allan Lichtman for U.S. Senate
Wednesday, 6.September, 8:00 p.m.: Join former Candidate for U.S. President, George McGovern, and satire group, The Capitol Steps, at The Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane in Bethesda
(Private Reception for Co-Hosts and VIP Ticket Purchasers with George McGovern at 6:00 p.m.)
Tickets $500 to $40. R.S.V.P.: (301) 581-5100
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This Week with Dr. Jim Corwin for Congress for Maryland's First Congressional District:
Wednesday,30.August: Fundraiser in Severna Park
Wednesday,30.August, 7:00 p.m.: Political Forum in Crisfield
Thursday, 31.August, 3:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Maryland State Fair
Friday, 1.September, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.: Open House at Talbot County Co-Headquarters in Easton
Friday, 8.September: 40 Annual Maryland Seafood Festival at Sandy Point State Park, just west of the Bay Bridge and just east of Cape Saint Claire
R.S.V.P.: Volunteer@CORWINforCONGRESS.com or (410) 544-0284
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U.S. Congress District 3
Tuesday, 29.August, 7:00 p.m.: Candidate Forum at Columbia Interfaith Center (Christ United Methodist Church and Unitarian Universalist Church), 7246 Cradlerock Way in Columbia
Wednesday, 30.August, 7:00 p.m.: Candidate Forum, Good Samaritan Hospital Parker Center, 5601 Loch Raven Boulevard in Baltimore
Wednesday, 30.August, 7:00 p.m.: HarBel Community Organization Candidate Forum in Baltimore
Wednesday, 6.September: League of Women Voters of Baltimore County Primary Candidates Forum, Goucher College Merrick Lecture Hall in Towson

Dr. Peter Beilenson
R.S.V.P.: www.Peter2006.com/...

Senator Paula Hollinger, R.N.
Monday, 4.September: Howard County DEMOCRATIC Central Committee Annual Labor Day Picnic at Cedar Lane Park in Ellicott City
Thursday, 7.September, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.: Celebrating a Visionary. Rebecca Hoffberger invites you to "Celebrate a Visionary at the Visionary Arts Museum", a reception honoring Senator Paula Colodny Hollinger featuring Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz, Congresswoman Corrine Brown, and Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz. American Visionary Arts Museum, 800 Key Highway in Baltimore (Tickets: $1,000 to $100). R.S.V.P.: Tiffanny@PaulaforCongress.com or (410) 504-2999
Saturday and Sunday, 9. through 10.September: Reister's Towne Day Parade and Festival (Meet at Booth at Hannah Moore School.)

Oz Bengur
R.S.V.P.: Volunteer@OZBENGUR.com or (410) 558-0292

MiShonda Baldwin
Sunday, 3.September, 3:30 p.m.: Meet and Greet in Baltimore
R.S.V.P.: Gizelle Clemens at Scheduler@BaldwinforCongress.com or (862) 371-4741
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Donna Edwards for Congress Maryland District 4
Tuesday, 29.August, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Concert and Fundraiser. Meet Legendary Singer, Songwriter, and Activist, Peter Yarrow (of Peter, Paul and Mary - best known for: "Puff the Magic Dragon" and "If I Had a Hammer"). As an environmentalist, feminist, and vigorous advocate for education reform, Yarrow has been on the forefront of virtually every major social and political movement of our times; he was on stage with The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King on the Mall in 1963 at Dr. King's most famous speech and helped organize some of the largest and most powerful rallies during the Vietnam War. Fundraiser held at Mayorga Coffee Factory, 8040 Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring. Suggested Contribution: $100
Saturday, 2.September, 10:00 a.m.: Final Volunteer Push at Wheaton Regional Park (picnic area) at 2000 Shorefield Road in Wheaton. Canvassing Montgomery County, handing out flyers, delivering signs and material, and then a picnic back at the park.
R.S.V.P.: Lisa Williams-Payton at Lisa@DonnaEdwardsforCongress.com or (301) 316-1880
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Captain Andrew Duck for Congress Maryland District 6
Tuesday, 29.August, 9:30 p.m.: Swing States Road Show concert at Cats Eye Pub celebrating release of new single: "We Can Do Better", 1730 Thames Street in Fells. Proceeds for all CD sales will benefit Captain Andrew Duck for Congress committee. Visit virtual Road Show at: www.LeaJonesMusic.com/...
Tuesday, 29.August, 5:00 p.m., Calling Supporters at headquarters
Wednesday, 30.August, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at headquarters
Thursday, 31.August, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at headquarters
Friday, 1.September, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Western Maryland Central Labor Council Get Out the Vote Rally, 152 North Mechanic Street in Cumberland
Saturday, 2.September, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.: Captain Duck will be LIVE on Blaine Young's "Frederick Forum" show on WMFD-930-AM. Debate with Barry Kissin. Studio Phone: (301) 694-WFMD or cingular Wireless: *930. Stream at: http://www.wfmd.com/.
Saturday, 2.September, 10:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Campaign Meeting for Baltimore, Carroll, and Harford Counties in Westminster and Canvassing in Carroll County
Saturday, 2.September, 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.: Central Maryland Labor Council Get Out the Vote Rally, 18131 Maugans Avenue in Hagerstown
Sunday, 3.September, 11:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Separate Canvasses in Cumberland and Hagerstown
Tuesday, 5.September, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at Carpenters Union Hall in Hagerstown
Thursday, 7.September, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at headquarters
Saturday, 9.September, 10:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Separate Canvasses in Hagerstown and Westminster
Sunday, 10.September, 11:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Canvassing in Frederick. Meet at headquarters
You can now call fellow DEMOCRATS from the comfort of your own home or business.
Can you help get yard signs dispersed around the District? Can you help identify locations for the LARGE (four- by eight-foot) signs? Do you or someone you know own property with good visibility like a farm, building, or large garden? You can pick signs up at several locations: (1) DUCK for Congress headquarters; (2) Frederick County DEMOCRATIC headquarters, 343 Market Street in Frederick; (3) combined union hall, 511 East Franklin Street in Hagerstown; (4) Carpenters Union Hall, 327 North Centre Street in Cumberland; (5) Washington County DEMOCRATIC headquarters, 245 North Potomac Street in Hagerstown. We can deliver signs to you if you cannot get to one of these locations.
R.S.V.P.: Matt Hudson, Field Director, at (301) 696-1881 or Matthew@DUCKforCongress.com
Look for article about Captain Duck and four of his veteran colleagues running for the Congress in the October edition of Vanity Fair.
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Sue Kullen for Delegate District 27B
R.S.V.P.: Kelly DiRocco, Kelly@KullenforCalvert.com or (443) 404-8708
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Pat Foerster for State Senate in District 7 [Dr. Andrew Harris's District. TAKE HIM DOWN!]
Sunday, 10.September, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Do you or a loved one suffer from Parkinson's or Alzheimer's diseases, spinal cord injury, stroke, burns, heart disease, diabetes, or osteo or rheumatoid arthritis? Join Pat Foerster, candidate for the Maryland State Senate, District 7, for a conversation with Dr. John Gearhart, Dr. Doug Kerr, and other special guests about Stem Cell research. Home of Sue and John Costello, 12 Dulaney Hills Court in Cockeysville.
R.S.V.P. (by 8.September): (866) 838-0037 or RiceConsulting@verizon.net
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Tracy Miller for Delegate District 42
Canvassing every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 5:00 p.m.; Calling Supporters every Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. Meet at Team for Tracy Miller office. R.S.V.P.: Brian Ward at Brian.Ward.J@Gmail.com or (410) 321-1488 or Wireless: (443) 994-2549
(Tracy's son was murdered in Fallujah in Middle November, 2004, in this most barbaric IRAQ war.)
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Mike Mitchell for Delegate District 46
Can you take off work on Primary day, whether for an hour or for the entire day. There are 50 polls open for 13 hours that need volunteers to answer telephones and otherwise reach out to voters to change our city! If you would consider getting involved on Election Day, you will get a tee shirt, food, and a VIP ticket to the 8:00 p.m., Victory Party at Tyson's Tavern (2112 Fleet Street in Baltimore).
R.S.V.P.: Mike Mitchell ; Elspeth Kursh, Campaign Manager ; or (410)563-6453. www.BuildingaBetterBaltimore.com...
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Kai Hagen for Frederick County Commissioner
Saturday, 2.September: Walk with Kai Hagen in Frederick at First Saturday Gallery Walk.
R.S.V.P.: Adam Schultz at AdamCSchultz@Gmail.com or (301) 271-0765
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Friends of Kathy Reiner Martin for Baltimore County Council District 5
R.S.V.P.: Jan Hidden or (410) 477-0039
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Tobery for Sheriff/Frederick AMVETS Fundraiser - All Proceeds Benefit Tobery for Sheriff and Frederick AMVETS
Friday, 8.September 7:00 p.m.: Prime Rib, Fried Chicken, and Beer; Horseshoes and Volleyball. AMVETS Farm on Route 144 in Frederick. $25 per Person.
R.S.V.P.: (301) 748-5141 or www.toberyforsheriff.com/...
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Dan Foxx for State's Attorney in Montgomery County
Tuesday, 29.August, 7:30 p.m.: Meet and Greet at home of Tracy and Brendan Jacobs in Silver Spring
Tuesday, 5.September: Meet and Greet in Chevy Chase
R.S.V.P.: http://www.fox2006.org/
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Anne Arundel County DEMOCRATIC Central Committee
Saturday, 2.September, 6:00 p.m.: Pre Primary Canvass Party. Meet candidates for DEMOCRATIC Central Committee in Anne Arundel County Districts 31, 32, and 33. Enjoy great food, conversation, and scenic views of the Severn River at sundown! Meet with volunteer coordinators for a list of registered DEMOCRATS in your Anne Arundel County neighborhood. Plan for a one-day canvass prior to the Primary. Realize how DEMOCRATS can win by organizing and connecting with each other.
Home of Jim and Vicki Athans, 485 Joyce Lane in Arnold
Anne Arundel Looking Forward, Jennifer Thibodeau, Treasurer
RSVP: www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=117...
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Mike Callaghan for West Virginia District Two
Drive to Take Back America. Join Mike for Community Roundtable and "I Like Mike" Rallys through 1.September!
R.S.V.P.: Info@MikeWV.com. Martinsburg office: (304) 262-1822
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6.September
Camp DEMOCRACY, formerly Camp Casey, will move to Washington, D.C., to create larger event focused not only on ending war but righting injustices and holding the bu$h machination accountable. Tents will provide activities, trainings, workshops, and entertainment.
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Best regards,
Jay Kei.
Wireless: (443) 514-5959
JayforProgress@Gmail.com
www.dfalink.com/profile.php?id=1...

Together We Can Do Better!

Move the U.S.A. Forward! Help Elect DEMOCRATS in 2006.
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The candidates and/or events in this post have not been endorsed by any single membership; the candidate information I have compiled as a courtesy to respective supporters. There are many candidates around the Free State who are taking on the radical WRONG. For further information, you can reply to this post, and I will attempt to get you information on the candidate of your choice.

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Happy Labor Day Events ... (PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY!)

Written by: Jay Kei. on Aug 29, 2006 2:21 PM EDT

Linked to groups: DEMOCRACY for America in Cumberland

Happy Labor Day Weekend! Do you know which political party is responsible for this tribute to the worker and late summer vacation? Government is better when DEMOCRATS take charge. It is vital we send a message to the failed leadership in Washington, D.C.; Annapolis, and our local county seats a change is coming - "staying the course" is NOT a path to victory, energy independence is a national emergency priority, and all of us are entitled to affordable, quality healthcare.
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The Swing States Road Show, celebrating the release of their new single: "We Can Do Better", will perform TONIGHT, Tuesday, 29.August, in a benefit for Congressional candidate, Captain Andrew Duck for Maryland's District 6, at The Cats Eye Pub, 1730 Thames Street in Fells. The fun begins at 9:30 p.m., and ALL proceeds from CD sales will benefit Captain Andrew Duck for Congress committee to unseat entrenched incumbent, Dr. Roscoe Bartlett. In Andrew, we have a chance to chip away at the RADICAL WRONG majority right here in Baltimore's and Montgomery County's northern suburbs.
R.S.V.P.: Lea Jones or (443) 413-6826. Visit virtual Road Show at: www.LeaJonesMusic.com/...
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Martin O'Malley/Anthony Brown for Governor
Monday through Thursday, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Telephone calling at O'Malley/Brown offices throughout the State.
R.S.V.P.: Ashley Valis at or (410) 814-4206
Telephone calling Monday through Thursday, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.: at the Teamsters Union at 1404 South Crain Highway in Glen Burnie. Munch on Snacks. If you are from another campaign, we can include your candidate's question in our efforts!
R.S.V.P. Christine Krueger
Tuesday, 29.August, 2006, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Stoney Creek DEMOCRATIC Club Bingo. The club is expecting over 200 people to attend, and it should be a great chance to talk to voters. Meet at 6:45 p.m., at the Stoney Creek DEMOCRATIC Club on Fort Smallwood Road in Pasadena. R.S.V.P. Christine Krueger
Wednesday, 30.August, 5:30 p.m.: AFL-CIO Labor Rally at Steelworkers Hall, 540 Dundalk Avenue in Baltimore. Help sign up volunteers and pass out bumper stickers. R.S.V.P.: Ashley Valis.
Wednesday, 30.August, Thursday, 31.August, 5:00 p.m.: Go door-to-door to talk with voters and tell them why you love O'Malley. Don't worry if you don't know everything about policy - most of us don't; we can send voters more information if they are interested in a specific issue. Meet at the Teamsters Union at 1404 South Crain Highway in Glen Burnie. If you are from another campaign, we can include your candidate's literature in our canvass! R.S.V.P. Christine Krueger
Through Monday, 4.September, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m./Weekend Hours - All Day: State Fair. DEMOCRATIC party booth inside the exhibition hall. The Mayor will be at the fair on Saturday; walk around the fair with him while he meets with exhibitors and residents from across the state. R.S.V.P.: Ashley Valis.
Friday, 1.September, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Participate in a shore-wide visibility event. We are going to wave O'Malley/Brown signs at the Bay Bridge, Easton (corner of Arcadia Street and U.S. Route 50 on the vacant lot across from Shore Sportsman), Cambridge, and Salisbury This is a great opportunity to reach thousands of voters! Show the State the Eastern Shore is O'Malley country.
R.S.V.P.: Easton: Dan McDermotts (410) 822-7553
Bay Bridge: Frank Kratovil or Art Hock
Cambridge: Cheryl Everman
Salisbury: John Coggin
Monday, 4.September, 9:00 a.m.: Greenbelt Labor Day Parade! Walk with the Mayor and the Delegate in the parade.
R.S.V.P.: David Sloan or (240) 296-5400.
Monday, 4.September, 12:00 p.m.: Gaithersburg Labor Day Parade. Walk with the Mayor and the Delegate.
R.S.V.P.: Jackie Whisman or (301) 340-8332.
Help with reception duties, other administrative tasks, or delivery of requested yard signs during the day in all regional offices.
R.S.V.P.: www.martinomalley.com/content/69...
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Peter Franchot for Maryland Comptroller
Wednesday, 30.August, at 12:00 p.m. (event will last 30 minutes ONLY!): Join Delegate Liz Bobo, Dr. Susan Kleinberg, and Helen Ruther for a major announcement at the Howard County Central Library, 10375 Little Patuxent Parkway in Columbia.
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Kweisi Mfume for U.S. SENATE
Visibility: There are two weeks until the Primary; we need to make every moment count. Our "Honk and Wave"s are extremely important to our overall strategy of increasing visibility in the days before the election.
Tuesday, 29.August, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.: Join Kweisi and Baltimore City Council Member, Nick D'Adamo at the intersection of Belair Road and Frankfort Avenue in Baltimore
Thursday, 31.August, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.: Join campaign in Howard County at the corner of Little Patuxent Parkway and Columbia Road near The Mall in Columbia
Friday, 1.September, 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.: Join campaign early in the morning to greet morning commuters at the intersection of Loch Raven Boulevard and Taylor Avenue in Towson
R.S.V.P.: If you can help with any of the events or anywhere else in the State, contact Justin@MfumeforSenate.com in Baltimore or Tom@MfumeforSenate.com in Mount Rainier (Washington metropolitan area).
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Dr. Allan Lichtman for U.S. Senate
Wednesday, 6.September, 8:00 p.m.: Join former Candidate for U.S. President, George McGovern, and satire group, The Capitol Steps, at The Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane in Bethesda
(Private Reception for Co-Hosts and VIP Ticket Purchasers with George McGovern at 6:00 p.m.)
Tickets $500 to $40. R.S.V.P.: (301) 581-5100
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This Week with Dr. Jim Corwin for Congress for Maryland's First Congressional District:
Wednesday,30.August: Fundraiser in Severna Park
Wednesday,30.August, 7:00 p.m.: Political Forum in Crisfield
Thursday, 31.August, 3:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Maryland State Fair
Friday, 1.September, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.: Open House at Talbot County Co-Headquarters in Easton
Friday, 8.September: 40 Annual Maryland Seafood Festival at Sandy Point State Park, just west of the Bay Bridge and just east of Cape Saint Claire
R.S.V.P.: Volunteer@CORWINforCONGRESS.com or (410) 544-0284
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U.S. Congress District 3
Tuesday, 29.August, 7:00 p.m.: Candidate Forum at Columbia Interfaith Center (Christ United Methodist Church and Unitarian Universalist Church), 7246 Cradlerock Way in Columbia
Wednesday, 30.August, 7:00 p.m.: Candidate Forum, Good Samaritan Hospital Parker Center, 5601 Loch Raven Boulevard in Baltimore
Wednesday, 30.August, 7:00 p.m.: HarBel Community Organization Candidate Forum in Baltimore
Wednesday, 6.September: League of Women Voters of Baltimore County Primary Candidates Forum, Goucher College Merrick Lecture Hall in Towson

Dr. Peter Beilenson
R.S.V.P.: www.Peter2006.com/...

Senator Paula Hollinger, R.N.
Monday, 4.September: Howard County DEMOCRATIC Central Committee Annual Labor Day Picnic at Cedar Lane Park in Ellicott City
Thursday, 7.September, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.: Celebrating a Visionary. Rebecca Hoffberger invites you to "Celebrate a Visionary at the Visionary Arts Museum", a reception honoring Senator Paula Colodny Hollinger featuring Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz, Congresswoman Corrine Brown, and Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz. American Visionary Arts Museum, 800 Key Highway in Baltimore (Tickets: $1,000 to $100). R.S.V.P.: Tiffanny@PaulaforCongress.com or (410) 504-2999
Saturday and Sunday, 9. through 10.September: Reister's Towne Day Parade and Festival (Meet at Booth at Hannah Moore School.)

Oz Bengur
R.S.V.P.: Volunteer@OZBENGUR.com or (410) 558-0292

MiShonda Baldwin
Sunday, 3.September, 3:30 p.m.: Meet and Greet in Baltimore
R.S.V.P.: Gizelle Clemens at Scheduler@BaldwinforCongress.com or (862) 371-4741
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Donna Edwards for Congress Maryland District 4
Tuesday, 29.August, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Concert and Fundraiser. Meet Legendary Singer, Songwriter, and Activist, Peter Yarrow (of Peter, Paul and Mary - best known for: "Puff the Magic Dragon" and "If I Had a Hammer"). As an environmentalist, feminist, and vigorous advocate for education reform, Yarrow has been on the forefront of virtually every major social and political movement of our times; he was on stage with The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King on the Mall in 1963 at Dr. King's most famous speech and helped organize some of the largest and most powerful rallies during the Vietnam War. Fundraiser held at Mayorga Coffee Factory, 8040 Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring. Suggested Contribution: $100
Saturday, 2.September, 10:00 a.m.: Final Volunteer Push at Wheaton Regional Park (picnic area) at 2000 Shorefield Road in Wheaton. Canvassing Montgomery County, handing out flyers, delivering signs and material, and then a picnic back at the park.
R.S.V.P.: Lisa Williams-Payton at Lisa@DonnaEdwardsforCongress.com or (301) 316-1880
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Captain Andrew Duck for Congress Maryland District 6
Tuesday, 29.August, 9:30 p.m.: Swing States Road Show concert at Cats Eye Pub celebrating release of new single: "We Can Do Better", 1730 Thames Street in Fells. Proceeds for all CD sales will benefit Captain Andrew Duck for Congress committee. Visit virtual Road Show at: www.LeaJonesMusic.com/...
Tuesday, 29.August, 5:00 p.m., Calling Supporters at headquarters
Wednesday, 30.August, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at headquarters
Thursday, 31.August, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at headquarters
Friday, 1.September, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Western Maryland Central Labor Council Get Out the Vote Rally, 152 North Mechanic Street in Cumberland
Saturday, 2.September, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.: Captain Duck will be LIVE on Blaine Young's "Frederick Forum" show on WMFD-930-AM. Debate with Barry Kissin. Studio Phone: (301) 694-WFMD or cingular Wireless: *930. Stream at: http://www.wfmd.com/.
Saturday, 2.September, 10:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Campaign Meeting for Baltimore, Carroll, and Harford Counties in Westminster and Canvassing in Carroll County
Saturday, 2.September, 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.: Central Maryland Labor Council Get Out the Vote Rally, 18131 Maugans Avenue in Hagerstown
Sunday, 3.September, 11:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Separate Canvasses in Cumberland and Hagerstown
Tuesday, 5.September, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at Carpenters Union Hall in Hagerstown
Thursday, 7.September, 5:00 p.m.: Calling Supporters at headquarters
Saturday, 9.September, 10:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Separate Canvasses in Hagerstown and Westminster
Sunday, 10.September, 11:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m.: Canvassing in Frederick. Meet at headquarters
You can now call fellow DEMOCRATS from the comfort of your own home or business.
Can you help get yard signs dispersed around the District? Can you help identify locations for the LARGE (four- by eight-foot) signs? Do you or someone you know own property with good visibility like a farm, building, or large garden? You can pick signs up at several locations: (1) DUCK for Congress headquarters; (2) Frederick County DEMOCRATIC headquarters, 343 Market Street in Frederick; (3) combined union hall, 511 East Franklin Street in Hagerstown; (4) Carpenters Union Hall, 327 North Centre Street in Cumberland; (5) Washington County DEMOCRATIC headquarters, 245 North Potomac Street in Hagerstown. We can deliver signs to you if you cannot get to one of these locations.
R.S.V.P.: Matt Hudson, Field Director, at (301) 696-1881 or Matthew@DUCKforCongress.com
Look for article about Captain Duck and four of his veteran colleagues running for the Congress in the October edition of Vanity Fair.
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Sue Kullen for Delegate District 27B
R.S.V.P.: Kelly DiRocco, Kelly@KullenforCalvert.com or (443) 404-8708
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Pat Foerster for State Senate in District 7 [Dr. Andrew Harris's District. TAKE HIM DOWN!]
Sunday, 10.September, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.: Do you or a loved one suffer from Parkinson's or Alzheimer's diseases, spinal cord injury, stroke, burns, heart disease, diabetes, or osteo or rheumatoid arthritis? Join Pat Foerster, candidate for the Maryland State Senate, District 7, for a conversation with Dr. John Gearhart, Dr. Doug Kerr, and other special guests about Stem Cell research. Home of Sue and John Costello, 12 Dulaney Hills Court in Cockeysville.
R.S.V.P. (by 8.September): (866) 838-0037 or RiceConsulting@verizon.net
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Tracy Miller for Delegate District 42
Canvassing every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 5:00 p.m.; Calling Supporters every Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. Meet at Team for Tracy Miller office. R.S.V.P.: Brian Ward at Brian.Ward.J@Gmail.com or (410) 321-1488 or Wireless: (443) 994-2549
(Tracy's son was murdered in Fallujah in Middle November, 2004, in this most barbaric IRAQ war.)
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Mike Mitchell for Delegate District 46
Can you take off work on Primary day, whether for an hour or for the entire day. There are 50 polls open for 13 hours that need volunteers to answer telephones and otherwise reach out to voters to change our city! If you would consider getting involved on Election Day, you will get a tee shirt, food, and a VIP ticket to the 8:00 p.m., Victory Party at Tyson's Tavern (2112 Fleet Street in Baltimore).
R.S.V.P.: Mike Mitchell ; Elspeth Kursh, Campaign Manager ; or (410)563-6453. www.BuildingaBetterBaltimore.com...
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Kai Hagen for Frederick County Commissioner
Saturday, 2.September: Walk with Kai Hagen in Frederick at First Saturday Gallery Walk.
R.S.V.P.: Adam Schultz at AdamCSchultz@Gmail.com or (301) 271-0765
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Friends of Kathy Reiner Martin for Baltimore County Council District 5
R.S.V.P.: Jan Hidden or (410) 477-0039
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Tobery for Sheriff/Frederick AMVETS Fundraiser - All Proceeds Benefit Tobery for Sheriff and Frederick AMVETS
Friday, 8.September 7:00 p.m.: Prime Rib, Fried Chicken, and Beer; Horseshoes and Volleyball. AMVETS Farm on Route 144 in Frederick. $25 per Person.
R.S.V.P.: (301) 748-5141 or www.toberyforsheriff.com/...
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Dan Foxx for State's Attorney in Montgomery County
Tuesday, 29.August, 7:30 p.m.: Meet and Greet at home of Tracy and Brendan Jacobs in Silver Spring
Tuesday, 5.September: Meet and Greet in Chevy Chase
R.S.V.P.: http://www.fox2006.org/
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Anne Arundel County DEMOCRATIC Central Committee
Saturday, 2.September, 6:00 p.m.: Pre Primary Canvass Party. Meet candidates for DEMOCRATIC Central Committee in Anne Arundel County Districts 31, 32, and 33. Enjoy great food, conversation, and scenic views of the Severn River at sundown! Meet with volunteer coordinators for a list of registered DEMOCRATS in your Anne Arundel County neighborhood. Plan for a one-day canvass prior to the Primary. Realize how DEMOCRATS can win by organizing and connecting with each other.
Home of Jim and Vicki Athans, 485 Joyce Lane in Arnold
Anne Arundel Looking Forward, Jennifer Thibodeau, Treasurer
RSVP: www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=117...
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Mike Callaghan for West Virginia District Two
Drive to Take Back America. Join Mike for Community Roundtable and "I Like Mike" Rallys through 1.September!
R.S.V.P.: Info@MikeWV.com. Martinsburg office: (304) 262-1822
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6.September
Camp DEMOCRACY, formerly Camp Casey, will move to Washington, D.C., to create larger event focused not only on ending war but righting injustices and holding the bu$h machination accountable. Tents will provide activities, trainings, workshops, and entertainment.
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Best regards,
Jay Kei.
Wireless: (443) 514-5959
JayforProgress@Gmail.com
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Together We Can Do Better!

Move the U.S.A. Forward! Help Elect DEMOCRATS in 2006.
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The candidates and/or events in this post have not been endorsed by any single membership; the candidate information I have compiled as a courtesy to respective supporters. There are many candidates around the Free State who are taking on the radical WRONG. For further information, you can reply to this post, and I will attempt to get you information on the candidate of your choice.

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TODAY in Baltimore: CHALK IT UP! National Healthcare Day of Action

Written by: Jay Kei. on Aug 22, 2006 11:39 AM EDT

Linked to groups: DEMOCRACY for America in Frederick

Join tens of thousands of healthcare voters at coordinated rallies around the country.

More than 800,000 Marylanders Have NO health insurance ...
At least 18,000 people of the United States die each year because of their LACK of health insurance ...
Allowing someone to die because they lack health insurance is every bit as criminal as any crime committed daily on our streets ...

Our Baltimore Event ...
McKeldin Square (near the Inner Harbour)
Light and Pratt Streets
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Featured Speakers Include Maryland Candidates, Martin O'Malley, for Governor, and Tom Perez, for Attorney General. Probable Speakers Include Federal Candidate, Dr. Peter Beilenson for Congress in Maryland's District Three R.S.V.P.: Ezekiel Jackson, State Director, Maryland for Healthcare (410) 294-9950, or Ezekiel@ImaHealthcareVoter.org

Now is the time for our leaders to draw a new conclusion. Join with us and rally to send a message.

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