Ohio County Dems

Just what we need...another "Clod War"

Anthony Ehresmann 2009 Candidate for City Council — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 23:58:17 EDT

Well now that the RNC is over in the “Twin City” what can be said about this week?
Palin gave a great but highly inaccurate speech and McCain gave and OK speech.
Much of the convention can be summed up with three words. war, guns and service
and chants of “drill baby drill”. McCain hinted at changing Social Security, Unemployment Insurance, Healthcare, continuing the war in Iraq and outlined the GOP’s new faces of evil in Iran and Russia. Clearly McCain gave a “Cold War Speech” and hit tones on the war in Iraq very similar to Nixon’s speeches on ending the war in Vietnam.
Palin never touched on her extreme pro-life views even in cases of rape and incest or her support of Creationism/ intelligent Design being taught in public schools.
If anyone had be watching the floor of the convention they would have seen delegates that was 96% white, 2% black and 2% Hispanic, and what was with all the suite and ties?

How a City Council Takes Over A City

Anthony Ehresmann 2009 Candidate for City Council — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 23:36:21 EDT

This past Tuesday Aug.12th, 2008 Our City Council voted to override our Mayors veto of Ordinance NO. 4270 which places a limit on the Administration of $ 2500 dollars on “Personal Service Contracts”. In spite of our own Law Directors letter warning them of what their action would mean.

"City Charters" are like constitutions for cities and are based on the State Constitution, Ohio Revised Code and approved by voters. The City of Urbana is less than two years away from “Charter Review” in 2010. Not only was this ordinance “not supported” by our Law Dir. but was not supported by the Ohio Municipal League as well so I've been told.

It may seem like a small thing ... but this one small thing has huge ramifications for the city and the citizens and voters of Urbana. City Council has changed our Charter form of government approved by the voters of Urbana. To their credit Al Evans and Larry Lokai voted NO on the limit.
I oppose this ordinance in the strongest terms…it changes the nature of our Charter Form of government and circumvents the will of the Urbana Voter who passed the City Charter.

The Citizens of Urbana may...want to consider [if possible], a pre-Charter Review referendum on CHAPTER 145, CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF URBANA PART ONE - ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 145.01 (d) and return the right (in my opinion) the explicit and implied right of the Executive Branch of [City] Government under the ORC and The Charter of the City of Urbana to hire and fire personal, service contractors and to purchase services from professional people or firms including consultants, engineers and architects as well as consulting firms to negotiate union contracts and other needs that come up in the course of running a city to provide the best services for its citizens.

Update for SMU Petition Signers, 7-14-08 [Bush Library]

Mike W — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 13:28:35 EDT

Update for SMU Petition Signers, 7-14-08
Monday, July 14, 2008

I am Andrew J. Weaver, organizer of the petition at http://www.protectSMU.org and an ordained United Methodist clergyman and research psychologist. I am a graduate of Southern Methodist University (SMU) and live in New York City. There are over 12,500 petition signers including thousands of SMU alumni who are deeply concerned about the future of the university. I am very grateful for your faithfulness regarding this issue.

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Breaking Story About Bush Complex and Bribery
July 13, 2008
London Times
Stephen Payne: a hotshot lobbyist who can get you into White House

A lobbyist offered access to Dick Cheney and other US leaders in return for a donation to the Bush library

http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/us_and_americas/article4322719.ece

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Our Educational Effort Began

In June an intensive educational effort began regarding the Bush project at SMU. It includes a website with interactive capability. You can find the website at http://www.whatwouldjwdo.net

Our goal is to persuade South Central Jurisdiction delegates to reject the SMU/Bush Foundation lease proposal when they meet in Dallas at the Hilton Anatole Hotel, July 15-19. We are seeking to convince the "court of public opinion" through the media that the SMU-Bush linkage is injurious to both SMU and the United Methodist Church (UMC) that owns the university. Please keep this issue in your prayers over the next several days.

Growing the Petition

Finally, please continue to encourage your friends and colleagues to sign the petition. Each name is important. We need to tell officials of the UMC at every level that we find that a partisan institute honoring George W. Bush at SMU to be "utterly unacceptable."
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/protectsmu

With best regards,

Rev. Andrew J. Weaver, Ph.D.

Register To Vote, And Send Voltage To DNC Convention.

Michael Tiffany — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 06:57:20 EDT

Register to vote, and send Voltage to play at the Democratic National Convention. We have songs that are perfect for the event already written, and I am already the number one democrat at the DNC.

Donate $62 to DNC and/or Obama on July 6

Mike W — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:35:11 EDT

Donate $62 to DNC and/or Obama on July 6

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You [may] have recently received a letter from [Laura Bush] along with a birthday card asking you to help the Republican National Committee celebrate President Bush's 62nd birthday on July 6. ...please take a moment to add your name to the RNC's e-card. https://secure.donationreport.com/donation.html

And if you can, please consider commemorating President Bush's 62nd birthday with a gift...
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Donate $62 to DNC and/or Obama on July 6

DNC
https://www.democrats.org/page/contribute

Obama
https://donate.barackobama.com/page/contribute/standard

Four dollar a gallon gasoline? Why?

Ron McBride — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 14:39:11 EDT

On June 6th, 2008 the average price of gasoline across the nation rose to $4 per gallon. â€œThereâ€™s nothing worse for our economy than surging energy prices at record highs,â€ said Mark Zandi, Chief Economist for Moodys.com. What do Jesse James and Big Oil have in common? Nothing if you believe the legends of Jesse James, who supposedly robbed from the rich and distributed his ill gotten gains to the poor. Big Oil robs from all of us and keeps the ill gotten gains for themselves.

Hillary Clinton, Washington, D.C., Sat. 6-7-08 12 n EDT webcast

Mike W — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 22:30:40 EDT

Hillary Clinton, Washington, D.C., Sat. 6-7-08 11 am CDT webcast

Saturday's event with Hillary
Hillary for President

I have been honored and privileged to work with so many dedicated people on Hillary's historic campaign. Your enthusiastic commitment to her campaign through the primaries has been inspirational.

As you know, Hillary will be holding an event tomorrow in Washington D.C. to thank all of her supporters, to express her support for Senator Obama, and to talk about the issues that have been at the core of her public service, the issues she will continue fighting for.

Hillary wanted to make sure her online supporters were a part of this special event, just as you have been a part of her campaign from the very beginning. So, we will be streaming it live over the website at http://HillaryClinton.com

We invite you to visit our website tomorrow, Saturday June 7, at 12 p.m. EDT to watch Hillary speak live.

Thank you for everything you have done for our campaign.

Sincerely,

/s/
Maggie Williams
Campaign Manager
Hillary Clinton for President

Paid for by Hillary Clinton for President. Contributions to Hillary Clinton for President are not deductible for federal income tax purposes. Corporate contributions are prohibited by law.

Hillary Clinton, Washington, D.C., Sat. 6-7-08 10 am EDT

Mike W — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:44:44 EDT

Join Hillary for a special event in Washington, D.C.

Date: [Saturday] June 7, 2008 at 10:00 AM [EDT]

Location: National Building Museum - 401 F Street, NW, Washington, D.C.

Please fill out the form below to get your event ticket.
http://www.hillaryclinton.com/events/ticketed/20080607washingtondc

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Paid for by Hillary Clinton for President

Final totals: Hillary Clinton won the popular vote

Mike W — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 22:22:12 EDT

Final totals: Hillary Clinton won the popular vote

Obama
17,869,542
47.4%

Clinton
18,046,007
47.9%

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Clinton
+176,465
+0.5%

Includes all primary and caucus states and other units fielding delegates to the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver, Colorado.

Does not include votes for other presidential preferences that passed 15%+ vote and are thus entitled under DNC rules to delegates: Edwards, Uncommitted [Michigan]

Source:
http://www.realclearpolitics.com/epolls/2008/president/democratic_vote_count.html

Hillary Clinton: I Want You to Know

Mike W — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 12:11:32 EDT

Hillary Clinton: I Want You to Know
6/5/2008 10:46 AM [EDT]
http://blog.hillaryclinton.com/blog/main/2008/06/05/144631

Hillary sent out the following message:
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Dear Friend,

I wanted you to be one of the first to know: on Saturday, I will hold an event in Washington D.C. to thank everyone who has supported my campaign. Over the course of the last 16 months, I have been privileged and touched to witness the incredible dedication and sacrifice of so many people working for our campaign. Every minute you put into helping us win, every dollar you gave to keep up the fight meant more to me than I can ever possibly tell you.

On Saturday, I will extend my congratulations to Senator Obama and my support for his candidacy. This has been a long and hard-fought campaign, but as I have always said, my differences with Senator Obama are small compared to the differences we have with Senator McCain and the Republicans.

I have said throughout the campaign that I would strongly support Senator Obama if he were the Democratic Party's nominee, and I intend to deliver on that promise.

When I decided to run for president, I knew exactly why I was getting into this race: to work hard every day for the millions of Americans who need a voice in the White House.

I made you -- and everyone who supported me -- a promise: to stand up for our shared values and to never back down. I'm going to keep that promise today, tomorrow, and for the rest of my life.

I will be speaking on Saturday about how together we can rally the party behind Senator Obama. The stakes are too high and the task before us too important to do otherwise.

I know as I continue my lifelong work for a stronger America and a better world, I will turn to you for the support, the strength, and the commitment that you have shown me in the past 16 months. And I will always keep faith with the issues and causes that are important to you.

In the past few days, you have shown that support once again with hundreds of thousands of messages to the campaign, and again, I am touched by your thoughtfulness and kindness.

I can never possibly express my gratitude, so let me say simply, thank you.

Sincerely,

/s/

Hillary Rodham Clinton

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Paid for by Hillary Clinton for President

Are we a Theocracy?

Anthony Ehresmann 2009 Candidate for City Council — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 22:34:57 EDT

Well if Rep. Jim Jordan (R) Ohio has anything to say about it we will be. That's what Rep. Jordan and 30 other members of the U.S. House of Representatives have in mind. Jordan has officially given his support to "H. Res. 598" a resolution [so] called the "Supporting the goals of the Ten Commandments Commission" and making a federal government campaign to urge "obedience to the commands of God".

DNCC Credentials Record Number Of Blogs To Cover 2008 Democratic National Convention In Denver

Mike W — Fri, 30 May 2008 15:42:29 EDT

DNCC Credentials Record Number Of Blogs To Cover 2008 Democratic National Convention In Denver
May 29, 2008
http://www.demconvention.com/dncc-credentials-record-number-of-blogs-to-cover-2008-democratic-national-convention-in-denver
or http://tinyurl.com/6f6ctw

Bloggers to Receive Unprecedented Access, Connect Diverse Communities to Historic Event Progressive Community to Provide Additional Workspace, Resources for Bloggers During Convention Week

DENVER - As part of its continuing commitment to engage a broad spectrum of audiences in new and creative ways, the Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) today announced that a record number of blogs have been credentialed as members of the media for the 2008 Democratic National Convention at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colo. These blogs will help ensure that communities across the country are connected to the Convention through the eyes and ears of a growing, diverse group of online voices.

Organizers also announced that blogs credentialed by the DNCC will have access to a dedicated "Blogger Lounge" inside the Pepsi Center, equipped with televisions, technology resources and workspace to facilitate their reporting. All bloggers will have access to the Convention floor, press briefing areas, caucus meetings, filing centers and other auxiliary events open to members of the media.

"Since we began planning, one goal has been at the core of all our efforts: to engage as many communities as possible in the Convention experience. We're excited to provide bloggers with the opportunity to be the eyes and ears of so many at this Convention," said Aaron Myers, Director of Online Communications for the DNCC. "Today, we are shattering the standard we set just four years ago, when the 2004 Democratic Convention was the first to credential blogs. This year, we will more than triple the number of blogs credentialed to witness history in the making."

The New Math

Anthony Ehresmann 2009 Candidate for City Council — Sun, 25 May 2008 18:39:06 EDT

So what about all this Florida and Michigan talk you may ask?

DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee to Meet Saturday, May 31st

Mike W — Wed, 21 May 2008 14:34:46 EDT

DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee to Meet Saturday, May 31st
Press Release
For Immediate Release
May 21, 2008

***Media Advisory***

DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee to Meet Saturday, May 31st

WASHINGTON - The Democratic National Committee's Rules & Bylaws Committee will meet on Saturday May 31, 2008 in Washington, DC. The Rules and Bylaws Committee will consider the two challenges that have been filed pursuant to Rule 20.B of the 2008 Delegate Selection Rules and Regulation 3 of the Regulations of the Rules and Bylaws Committee concerning the seating of delegations from Florida and Michigan.

Pursuant to Section 3.4(N) of the Committee's Regulations, each challenger will be entitled to present an Oral Argument before the RBC prior to Committee consideration for a period of 15 minutes each. A representative from each state party and from each presidential campaign will also have an opportunity to address the committee regarding each of the challenges. Oral arguments from the parties will be heard during the committee's morning session. Following a lunch break, committee members will consider and debate the challenges.

What: DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee Meeting
When: May 31, 2008 - 9:30 AM

* Morning Session: Oral Arguments
* Afternoon Session: Consideration and Debate

Where: Marriott Wardman Park Hotel - Salon I
2660 Woodley Road NW, Washington, DC

A Note on Public Participation

This meeting is open to the public, however due to space constraints, guests are being asked to pre-register their attendance. Registration will open online at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, May 27. Members of the public wishing to register should fill out the form at the following link: http://www.democrats.org/rbcmeeting . Those lacking Internet access who would like to pre-register can do so by calling 202-479-5137.

Guest credentials are limited to one per person. For those who register, a confirmation message will be sent to the e-mail address indicated on the registration form. Registrants must bring that confirmation e-mail, along with a photo ID, in order to pick up their guest credential.

Credentials must be picked up at registration tables located outside the meeting room between 8:00-9:30 AM on May 31st in order to guarantee a seat. If reserved credentials are not picked up by 9:30 AM, they will be released and given out to other members of the public.

Same Day Registration

If a member of the general public is unable to pre-register, limited same-day registration will be available. Same-day guest credentials will be distributed on a first-come first-serve basis and are limited to one per person. Individuals with a same day guest credential will be allowed into the meeting as space permits.

Additional Information

In order to maintain the decorum of the meeting, banners, posters, signs, handouts, and noisemakers of any kind are strictly prohibited. Also, please be advised that the agenda for the meeting does not include time for questions from the general public.

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Paid for and authorized by the Democratic National Committee, http://www.democrats.org This communication is not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee.

Announcing the [Denver convention] State Blogger Corps

Mike W — Wed, 14 May 2008 16:18:13 EDT

Announcing the State Blogger Corps
Posted by Aaron Myers on May 14, 2008
http://demconvention.com/announcing-the-state-blogger-corps

Months ago, we began the process of credentialing bloggers who cover state and local politics, as part of the DemConvention State Blogger Corps. More than 400 blogs applied for the program. And they’re incredible. Some blogs are the work of dedicated groups of activists, a few are full-time professional endeavors, and many others are the products of busy individuals blogging about local politics in their free time. Those selected to be part of our State Blogger Corps were announced today. And in every case, these bloggers have become experts on the political happenings in their states.

You’ll see a list below of the 55 blogs that will comprise the State Blogger Corps. They’ll be seated with their respective delegations at the Convention. These bloggers will have some of the best seats in the house and they’ll be the eyes and ears of local audiences online around the country. DNC Chairman Howard Dean recorded a message to introduce the program �" so I’ll let him explain the rest.

Is one of your favorite blogs missing from the list? We had hundreds of great applicants and only a few spots. The Convention staff will work hard to be sure bloggers can cover the Convention from Denver or wherever they may be - with unprecedented access. And wait a few weeks. We’ll soon announce the Convention’s General Blogger Pool, an additional list of diverse blogs covering national politics, niche issues, and more state and local topics.

Congratulations to each blog selected for the State Blogger Corps. I’ll see you in Denver!

The DemConvention State Blogger Corps is listed below.

STATE - BLOG NAME - BLOG URL

Hillary Clinton West Virginia Primary Victory Speech

Mike W — Wed, 14 May 2008 13:08:07 EDT

Hillary Clinton West Virginia Primary Victory Speech
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXONMGz_jAg

From: Veracifier
Added: May 13, 2008
Hillary Clinton, May 13, 2008
20:08 [perhaps not a coincidence!]

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Speech text at

http://www.democrats.org/page/community/post/mikeworkman/CnWn

and

Hillary's Remarks at Charleston, WV Celebration Event
May 13, 2008
http://www.hillaryclinton.com/news/speech/view/?id=7692

West Virginia results: HRC 67% [+41%], BO 26%

Mike W — Wed, 14 May 2008 02:43:41 EDT

West Virginia results
99% reporting
13-May-08 primary

Hillary Clinton
235,857 67% [+41%]
20 delegates [+12 net]

Barack Obama
90,608 26%
8 delegates

John Edwards
25,609 7%
no delegates

Hillary's Remarks at Charleston, WV Celebration Event

Mike W — Wed, 14 May 2008 01:40:59 EDT

Hillary's Remarks at Charleston, WV Celebration Event
May 13, 2008
http://www.hillaryclinton.com/news/speech/view/?id=7692

Thank you, West Virginia.

You know, like the song says: "it's almost heaven," and I am so grateful for this overwhelming vote of confidence.

There are some who have wanted to cut this race short. They say "give up, it's too hard, the mountain is too high," but here in West Virginia, you know a thing or two about rough roads to the top of the mountain. We know from the Bible that faith can move mountains and, my friends, the faith of the Mountain State has moved me. I am more determined than ever to carry on this campaign until everyone has had a chance to make their voices heard.

I want to commend Senator Obama and his supporters. This continues to be a hard-fought race, from one end of our country to the other. And yes, we've had a few dust-ups along the way, but our commitment to bring America new leadership that will renew America’s promise means that we have always stood together on what is most important.

Now, tonight I need your help to continue this journey. We are in the homestretch. There are only three weeks left in the final contests, and your support can make the difference between winning and losing. So I hope you'll go to HillaryClinton.com [ http://HillaryClinton.com ] and support our campaign.

You've heard this before - there are many who wanted to declare a nominee before the ballots were counted or even cast. Some said our campaign was over after Iowa, but then we won New Hampshire. Then we had big victories on Super Tuesday and in Ohio and Texas and Pennsylvania, and of course, we came from behind to win in Indiana.

So, this race isn't over yet. Neither of us has the total delegates it takes to win and both Senator Obama and I believe that the delegates from Florida and Michigan should be seated. I believe we should honor the votes cast by 2.3 million people in those states and seat all of their delegates. Under the rules of our party, when you include all 50 states, the number of delegates needed to win is 2,209, and neither of us has reached that threshold yet. This win in West Virginia will help me move even closer.

Obama Cheating Not An Isolated Incident?

Mike W — Mon, 12 May 2008 22:28:54 EDT

Obama Cheating Not An Isolated Incident?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-H8cYy5yUs

From: govspysonallchats
Added: May 08, 2008
On Tuesday, EJ broke the story of an Obama volunteer actively campaigning inside of a polling location in Marion County, Indiana.

http://www.electionjournal.org/?p=251

Looks like this wasn't the only case of electioneering caught on camera.

WTVW Fox-7 reports "On Tuesday, a poll worker in Evansville Indiana made sure voters knew they were stepping into 'Obama's House'." Video below.

Special thanks to the reader who brought this to our attention on the EJ Tipline.

Obama Campaign Caught Cheating In Indiana!

Mike W — Mon, 12 May 2008 22:27:16 EDT

Obama Campaign Caught Cheating In Indiana!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNrwOxYKJIA

From: barackobamaLIED
Added: May 06, 2008
ABC NEWS report:
Obama Campaign Caught Cheating in Indiana -- Illegal Electioneering at Precinct (ABC)
http://blogs.abcnews.com/politicalpunch/2008/05/electionjournal.html

We noticed an Obama volunteer set-up directly across from the voter check-in table actively courting voters. The sign read OBAMA FOR AMERICA. She would not identify herself and directed us to call the campaign for information.

This is against the rules. Where were the board of elections and poll workers? They should have removed the signs and asked the people who brought in the signs to exit and stay at least 10 feet from the door.