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Meffert Calls Out Erik Paulsen on Campaign-Style, Tax Funded Mailings

PAULSEN RANKS #3 IN USE OF TAXPAYER FUNDED MAILINGS
Democrat Jim Meffert says ‘it’s time for him to go’
(EDINA, MN) – Today the Star Tribune and KSTP reported on an Associated Press analysis showing that in 2009, Congressman Paulsen spent a total of $413,996 on mass communications – the third highest amount [...]

Maureen Hackett, CD3, General Harry Sieben and the DFL Veteran’s Caucus

I received this from a Hackett for Congress supporter today and I took note of the DFL Veteran’s Caucus involvement:
Join General Harry Sieben and the DFL Veterans Caucus in an afternoon of support for
Maureen Hackett, M.D.
3rd Congressional District Candidate
Sunday, March 28 2:00-4:00pm
at
Hopkins VFW Post 425, Fireside Room
100 Shady Oak Road
Hopkins, MN 55343
Trista Mastacastillo, Tommy [...]

MN Candidate for Governor, John Marty

John Marty stands tall and can be relied upon to do the right thing because it’s right.  He’s well liked in his district and known to promote responsibility – in government, in business, and in people.  A forward thinker, he wants to empower people through education and living wage jobs.
John was the only Minnesota gubernatorial [...]

It’s a Biggie! CWA Endorses Rukavina

Tom Rukavina landed another huge endorsement which speaks volumes towards his statewide appeal.  The CWA, a collective voice representing hardworking families all across the state, but has a huge metro presence, endorsed Rukavina. Here’s CWA President Tim Lovaasen:
“Tom has always been the unequalled champion for working families and labor”

Here’s the full media release, which [...]

Gay Marriage Resolution, Introduce at your Caucus, Draft #2

Okay, here’s a shorter version (less verbiage, and the “painful” might cause problems)
Gay Marriage Resolution, Draft #2
Whereas people all across the nation have been voting “yes” to painful discrimination when they vote against gay marriage,
Whereas painful discrimination is wrong and unjust, and ultimately unconstitutional
Whereas there should be a separation of church and state,
Whereas the church [...]

Advertising 101, Star and Tribune Memories, Political Race

I’d like to draw your attention to my last post;  Tom Rukavina:  Not Afraid to Take a Stand.  That post is simple advertising with a slant towards what I think is important as a DFL (Democrat) blogger.  (Note:  Tom does not pay me to have an opinion, but he does pay me to place his [...]

DFL candidates, advertise on my blog, use me to communicate your message

DFL candidates, I’ll be giving you a call to see if you’d like to advertise on my blog.  Here’s what I’ll offer:
Rotating Ad space, shows before all posts, 510 X 169  $5 a month (yep, small blog) (Update added 12/04/09: Please note the ad rotates on page view)
Static Ad space, right or left sidebar, 175 [...]

Americans, Iran, Neda, and Democracy

I’m seeing green icons .  They’re a silent form of support for Iranian protesters who claim Iran’s recent elections were mishandled.  I do look nice in green, but this time I’ll have to pass.
I’m bothered by hawkish Republicans and concerned Democrats who call for America to do more.  Hawkish is never good and those who [...]