DFA Victory!
Democracy for America members played a critical role in the successes of November 7. No national grassroots organization put more boots on the ground than DFA. Together, we took our country back!......here
DFA Tampa Bay
Thursday, November 9, 2006
Governor Dean's
50 State Strategy Worked
In the wake of Democratic victories in all 50 states, Governor Dean sent out the following message today...more
Howard Dean, April 17, 2003......Bush: It's Not Just His Doctrine That's Wrong
50 State Strategy Worked
In the wake of Democratic victories in all 50 states, Governor Dean sent out the following message today...more
Howard Dean, April 17, 2003......Bush: It's Not Just His Doctrine That's Wrong
Harris' House seat appears headed for recount
The touch-screen voting machines Katherine Harris championed as secretary of state after the 2000 presidential recount may have botched this year's election to replace her in the U.S. House of Representatives, and it's likely going to mean another Florida recount......more
The touch-screen voting machines Katherine Harris championed as secretary of state after the 2000 presidential recount may have botched this year's election to replace her in the U.S. House of Representatives, and it's likely going to mean another Florida recount......more
Wednesday, November 8, 2006
As They Listen For An Echo, I Hear Only A Roar
This is the beginning of the end of Bushism. The near-end of “rollback” as an ideology. The end of blowing up countries for the sheer thrill of it. Republicans weep tonight not for their actual losses but because they know they’ll not have a blank check again for perhaps a generation......more
If Democrats Win Senate, Will McCain Suicide?
Sometimes it is best to NOT tempt fate. On October 19th, Buckdog carried the story of Senator John McCain saying that he would 'commit suicide' if the Democrats take control of the United States Senate......more
Sometimes it is best to NOT tempt fate. On October 19th, Buckdog carried the story of Senator John McCain saying that he would 'commit suicide' if the Democrats take control of the United States Senate......more
"Blizzard of Subpoenas"
Democrats 'have a little list'
The Democrats' takeover of the House of Representatives will give the party more power on Capitol Hill than it has enjoyed since 1994, including control of powerful committees, responsibilities for the federal budget and the opportunity to investigate the White House......more
Democrats 'have a little list'
The Democrats' takeover of the House of Representatives will give the party more power on Capitol Hill than it has enjoyed since 1994, including control of powerful committees, responsibilities for the federal budget and the opportunity to investigate the White House......more
Thank You, Ned
You've given us all hope for the future, and it was a real honor to help with your efforts to take back America from the conservatives.....more
You've given us all hope for the future, and it was a real honor to help with your efforts to take back America from the conservatives.....more
Meet John Conyers Jr.
The new chairman of the Judiciary Committee
Which has the authority to begin hearings and an investigation into whether the planning and selling of the Iraq war was a constitutional crime......click here
The new chairman of the Judiciary Committee
Which has the authority to begin hearings and an investigation into whether the planning and selling of the Iraq war was a constitutional crime......click here
LANDSLIDE! ...a big thanks from Michael Moore
Now the real work begins. Unless we stay on top of these Democrats to do the right thing, they will do what they've always done: Screw it up. Big Time. They helped Bush start this war, and now they should make amends......more
Now the real work begins. Unless we stay on top of these Democrats to do the right thing, they will do what they've always done: Screw it up. Big Time. They helped Bush start this war, and now they should make amends......more
Start spreading the news
New Yorkers cheered and downed tequila shots last night as news of Democrat victories filtered through. Today though, the hangovers kick in and the results tell a different story......more
Democrats’ Takeover in House Transforms Washington Overnight
Voters across the country dispatched Republican lawmakers Tuesday in favor of Democrats, ending four years of total GOP control in Congress and giving voice to a party that has challenged President Bush’s leadership of the war in Iraq......more
Nancy Pelosi
Are our priorities for the 109th Congress. We are committed to building an America where all families can live and prosper in diverse, safe, and vibrant communities.
Are our priorities for the 109th Congress. We are committed to building an America where all families can live and prosper in diverse, safe, and vibrant communities.
Tuesday, November 7, 2006
Gore Vidal: 'The Most Important Election in My Lifetime'
Kathy Castor
For Congress
Kathy also shares my belief that the war in Iraq is drawing attention and resources away from the search for "Osama bin Forgotten” and from securing America's points of vulnerability.....Senator Bob Graham
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For Congress
Kathy also shares my belief that the war in Iraq is drawing attention and resources away from the search for "Osama bin Forgotten” and from securing America's points of vulnerability.....Senator Bob Graham
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Mary Mulhern
Hillsborough County Commission, District 1
Mass Transit - That works for working people. Light rail and expanded bus system
Environment - Responsible growth to protect water and air quality. Sustainable, energy-
efficient building and transportation
Fiscal Responsibility - Public dollars for sensible priorities - safety, transportation, education
Code of ethics for county government
Independent Public Servant who answers to the voters, not special interests.
click here
Hillsborough County Commission, District 1
Mass Transit - That works for working people. Light rail and expanded bus system
Environment - Responsible growth to protect water and air quality. Sustainable, energy-
efficient building and transportation
Fiscal Responsibility - Public dollars for sensible priorities - safety, transportation, education
Code of ethics for county government
Independent Public Servant who answers to the voters, not special interests.
click here
Brian Moore
“You’re like two peas in a pod.”
I have decided to pursue the candidacy for United States Senator of Florida in the November 2006 general elections. I will run as an independent candidate. I will speak out forthrightly against the war in Iraq and for the need to bring our troops home immediately....more
“You’re like two peas in a pod.”
I have decided to pursue the candidacy for United States Senator of Florida in the November 2006 general elections. I will run as an independent candidate. I will speak out forthrightly against the war in Iraq and for the need to bring our troops home immediately....more
April Griffin
Hillsborough County School Board District 6
April has been a member of the PTA, a classroom volunteer, a substitute teacher in the Hillsborough County School System, and has been active in her children’s schools for many years. A lifelong Hillsborough County resident, she has worked in the Hillsborough County School District’s Public Affairs Office and PACE Center for girls, an all-girl’s school for at-risk teenage girls......more
Hillsborough County School Board District 6
April has been a member of the PTA, a classroom volunteer, a substitute teacher in the Hillsborough County School System, and has been active in her children’s schools for many years. A lifelong Hillsborough County resident, she has worked in the Hillsborough County School District’s Public Affairs Office and PACE Center for girls, an all-girl’s school for at-risk teenage girls......more
Monday, November 6, 2006
JOE REDNER
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY COMMISSION, DISTRICT 5
"The Most Progressive Candidate this fall on the ballot is Joe Redner!" - WMNF
Joe Redner
Betty Reed
Florida House of Representatives - District 59
I have lived in Florida all of my adult life. I have been married to James Reed for 49 years. We are the proud parents of five children, all college graduates, and nine grand-children. I am a member of Bible-Based Fellowship Church of Temple Terrace. I have a bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science from National-Louis University, Florida. I am a recently retired educator, and have been involved in grassroots campaigns as well as volunteered to serve on numerous city, county and school advisory boards......more
Florida House of Representatives - District 59
I have lived in Florida all of my adult life. I have been married to James Reed for 49 years. We are the proud parents of five children, all college graduates, and nine grand-children. I am a member of Bible-Based Fellowship Church of Temple Terrace. I have a bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science from National-Louis University, Florida. I am a recently retired educator, and have been involved in grassroots campaigns as well as volunteered to serve on numerous city, county and school advisory boards......more
Phyllis Busansky
Democrat U.S. Congress District 9
Phyllis, served on the Hillsborough County Commission from 1988 to 1996. The Tampa resident won national acclaim for her leading role in creating the county's indigent health care program. In Congress, she would continue to focus on health care and promote programs and funding for helping local government provide more health care......The Times recommends Phyllis Busansky. ....more
Democrat U.S. Congress District 9
Phyllis, served on the Hillsborough County Commission from 1988 to 1996. The Tampa resident won national acclaim for her leading role in creating the county's indigent health care program. In Congress, she would continue to focus on health care and promote programs and funding for helping local government provide more health care......The Times recommends Phyllis Busansky. ....more
Third-Party MILF
And I have a few final requests
And she is. But in revisiting the column in my mind, I realized I didn't go beyond that description to say how surprised I was when I met her to find a well-informed and serious candidate -- if a very inexperienced politician -- who deserves more attention than she got during this campaign......more
The Couch Potato's Guide to Election Night
If you have a political bone in your body -- even if you're usually a cynic about elections -- you're undoubtedly holding your breath right now. With the 2006 midterm elections upon us, the question is: Will the Democrats recapture at least the House of Representatives and maybe even take the Senate.....more
If you have a political bone in your body -- even if you're usually a cynic about elections -- you're undoubtedly holding your breath right now. With the 2006 midterm elections upon us, the question is: Will the Democrats recapture at least the House of Representatives and maybe even take the Senate.....more
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