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Fri Oct 17, 2008 at 08:55:28 AM CDT
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So, we dont write too much about the polls, national or state, the electoral count projections and the battleground state swings and shifts, but it doesnt mean we dont follow them. In part, because we have to act like we are ten points behind, even if Obama nationally is a few points ahead, because here in Texas, we probably ARE still 10 points behind, but also because we have such a focus on actions.
As Obama warned New Hampshire yesterday, we can't get cocky, we have to put in the work. As you know, Obama needs Rick Noriega to take out Cornyn, to make us one more senate seat closer to a filibuster-proof majority, a majority big enough to pass the healthcare and energy policies we need to Change this country, to end the war in Iraq in a reasonable and sane manner, and, to make sure the Wall Street CEOs no longer run wild over our economy.
but still, a tip of the hat to kath25 for leading the travis county vote for change efforts, and tip of the hat to Bruce Curtis for this note:
"In case you haven't seen it, http://www.fivethirtyeight.com/ mentions
the Travis Cty. Democratic Party Coordinated Campaign: "When the Travis
County, Texas Democratic Party Coordinated Campaign registers 30,869 new
voters in a cycle when Texas isn't supposed to be on the map at the
presidential level, something seismic is happening."
Toward the end of the "Battlegrounds as of Mid-October" post: fivethirtyeight.com
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Wed Oct 15, 2008 at 12:55:10 PM CDT
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Time: Sunday, October 26 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Hosts: Asian Americans for Obama (Eugenia Beh, Vincent Cho, Kim Hokanson, Ramey Ko)
Contact: Ramey Ko, ramey.ko@gmail.com, 512-577-5729
Location: The Home of Kimberly Hokanson and Vincent Cho, 7815 Hardy Drive, Austin, TX 78757
RSVP (Optional, but Preferred): http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/gsh77m
Join your fellow Austin area Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders for an afternoon of informative discussion on the upcoming November election. Whether you're a longtime Obama supporter, interested in learning more about the candidate, or new to politics entirely, this house party will provide an opportunity to learn more about Senators Obama & Biden and their policies. Handouts on Obama's position on 10 major issue areas will be available, and we'll be screening a special edition AAPI DVD.
The meeting will also discuss ways to help and get involved with the campaign. Possible surprise appearance by other local Democratic candidates. Bring your friends, family, and colleagues! Spread the word!
*** We're looking for a video projector and screen to use for the event. Please contact Eugenia Beh at eugenia@asianamericansforobama.com if you can help.***
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Sun Aug 17, 2008 at 06:56:41 AM CDT
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TX State Legislator Donna Howard speaking on "Education Policy" , Aug. 18th, 6pm-8pm, Travis County Democratic Issues/Policy Forum!!
What: We'll network and present the issues and policies important to Travis County, important to TX, including Barack Obama's policy. We'll share, learn, frame, and market the issues. TX State Legislator Donna Howard will speak from 6:15pm to 7:00pm on Education Policy. 7:00pm-8:00pm is "Democratic Citizen Communication" where you present your issues important to you as a Democrat!
When: Mon., Aug. 18th, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where: Travis County Democratic Party Coordinated Campaign Headquarters, 1107 N. I 35, Austin, TX (next door to CVS, in old Safeway Building at 12th and I-35)
Who: Anyone interested in networking with fun, cool, energizing, like-minded Democrats, and learning about the policies and issues important to our city, our state, and our nation heading into the November TX elections. 2nd hour is a "Democratic Party Town Hall Meeting".
Cost: FREE
You're welcome to bring food/drinks to share and bring your laptop (Laptop not mandatory).
Best,
David Kobierowski
Travis County Democratic Party Issues Committee Chair
512-413-0286
Cleanair999@yahoo.com
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Fri Apr 25, 2008 at 12:30:16 PM CDT
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In 2006, I had reached a point in my life where just voting wasn't enough. Reading the League of Women Voters Guide to learn about the candidates wasn't enough. Telling my friends and family to vote wasn't enough.
I was appointed to a vacant Precinct Chair slot after calling the Travis County Democratic Party to volunteer for something, anything... I hadn't expected to become a precinct chair, but when I was told that there was a need for one in my precinct, I stepped up.
The more involved I become, the more involved I want to be.
When I found out that there was a Senate District level of government in the Texas Democratic Party, I decided to check it out. I have been going to the meetings since January of 2007. What I've learned is, in a nutshell, I can, and want to do this.
I'm Susan Shelton, and I am running for the SDEC Committeewoman for Senate District 14. I'll explain why after the jump.
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Thu Feb 21, 2008 at 19:58:37 PM CST
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I attended a really excellent caucus traning from the Travis County Democratic Party on Wednesday. This is a very in depth presentation on the ins and outs of the convention process. The best way you can help Barack win delegates is to know what is going on when you attend your caucus.
There is another session:
Saturday, February 23
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Austin City Council Chambers
301 W. 2nd street.
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Thu Feb 21, 2008 at 08:22:32 AM CST
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K-T over at BurntOrangeReport .com has a quick note about Early Vote turnout in Travis county. I think the headline speaks volumes, but he digs a little deeper, promising to dig deeper later.
Votes cast COUNTYWIDE first 2 days in Democratic primary.
2004: 2,380
2006: 969
2008: 12,872
That's a 440% increase over the 2004 primary.
Votes cast at UT CAMPUS site first 2 days in Democratic primary.
2004: 261 (11.0% of county)
2006: 66 (6.8% of county)
2008: 1,475 (11.5% of county)
How are things looking in your counties? Let us know in the comments or post a diary.
Yes we are!
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Tue Feb 12, 2008 at 09:10:47 AM CST
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Texas State Sen. Kirk Watson, from Austin's SD-14, just released his announcement of support for Barack Obama:
I am proud to support Senator Barack Obama for President of the United States.
Senator Obama offers this nation a new beginning. His leadership will tap our potential and give us hope.
He will help us to reject the poison politics of the past, and he will demand the solutions that will chart our future. Following his lead, we can shed the labels that divide us and unite for change.
Make no mistake, this is a movement rooted in policy as much as spirit. And in Senator Obama, we have found our leader.
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