Mon, 08 Sep 2008 10:00:02 -0400
Well, in spite of the folks here who were predicting that McCain would take a steep dive in the polls after Palin's speech, I'm not surprised to find that isn't the case....that, in fact, McCain/Palin have gained in the polls, passing Obama/Biden.
What does surprise me are the viewer numbers for the acceptance speeches....McCain comes out on top, beating even the historic draw of Obama's big event. Palin close behind and poor Joe Biden way back of the pack. I expected the big audience for Palin's speech....After all, she is somewhat of a novelty. But McCain? Who knew so many people would tune in for him? I'd seen people predicting his numbers would be pathetic and I didn't believe those predictions but wow, he really pulled them in.
Link to WaPo story on Convention numbers
"She hopes to open shadowed eyes on a different world...." Robert Smith, borrowed from Penelope Farmer
We are trying to reach Wes to suggest helping and endorsing Jeff Mackley for US Senate in Oregon. Recently we were very impressed with his ideas when we heard him speak. He is challenging Sen. Gordon Smith, where the race is tightening. A pick up for this Senate seat in Oregon is pivotal for the Democrats reaching a filibuster-proof
Senate. This race is now being cited by political pundits as a good possiblity for a Democratic pickup. We understand from Jeff that he spoke with Wes during the primary, and he would be delighted to have his support and help. As strong supporters of Wes since 2003 we know how valuable his support is.
How do we reach Wes with this information?
Bill and Diane Millen
it will get to him.
Suggest adding subject line:
Endorsement Request: Jeff Mackley for US Senate in Oregon
It carries weight if his campaign also sends a request
The Cook Political Report currently has Eric's race listed as being a Toss Up:
http://www.cookpolitical.com/house
Click on New York and then on District 29 to see the poll results.
The Hotline reports that this contest has emerged "not only as a competitive race, but also a tense one:"
Kuhl It, Kids
Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008
"The contest has emerged "not only as a competitive race, but also a tense one." The Rep. Randy Kuhl (R) and '06 nominee Eric Massa (D) "had a confrontation" at a Kuhl presser last week "over dates for debates." Massa wants to debate and so far Kuhl "has not agreed to any specific dates." Kuhl "was upset" that Massa showed up "and demanded a debate." Kuhl: "Unfortunately, there are people who didn't have the luxury of having wonderful parents like I did who taught about parental respect." Massa said Kuhl "walks away, he gets angry, has confrontations. That's what's wrong with Washington."
In addition to "criticizing each other in public," Massa's van, which bears one of his bumper stickers, "was destroyed by someone with a bat." It was parked next to two luxury cars, which Massa said were not vandalized.
Kuhl said he knows the people in the CD because "he grew up here." Massa settled in Corning after "living in many places" (Terreri, Rochester Democrat & Chronicle, 8/26)."
Eric Massa definitely has very serious chances of winning this House race in my opinion!
Here is the link where you can sign up to get Eric Massa's campaign e mails:
http://salsa.wiredforchange.com/o/2761/t/3443/signUp.jsp?key=1874
eric a few more $$$$$$$$$$$$
expect GC will be up there this fall
have a great day
bill
Bill (from RI)
It's going to be tough. It's a very very republican area. And now someone is push-polling against him. *&?!%^$&*!!!
We learn. We change. That's progress. If we don't do that, well, we're GWB.
You may have to go WesPac Securing America.com. I sent off an e-mail a few months back when I wanted Wes to Endorse Andrew Rice. And it wasn't long before he was endorsed.
It wouldn't hurt.
"She hopes to open shadowed eyes on a different world...." Robert Smith, borrowed from Penelope Farmer