Early Voting for the entire state of Florida has just been extended.
Every Early Vote location in Florida will now be every day from 7am-7pm up through November 2.
Please pass along this great news to everyone you know who will be voting in Florida. Click here to find your nearest early vote location.
Here's the release:
GOVERNOR CRIST EXTENDS EARLY VOTING HOURS ~~ ~Ensures maximum number of Floridians can exercise right to vote~ ~~October 28, 2008Contact:GOVERNOR'S PRESS OFFICE(850) 488-5394TALLAHASSEE - Governor Charlie Crist today signed Executive Order 08-217, extending the hours for early voting during the current General Election. Effective immediately, early voting sites will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., through Friday, October 31, 2008, and for a total of 12 hours between 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 1, and 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 2, 2008. "I have spoken with the Secretary of State and members of the Florida Legislature and have concluded that it is always the right thing to do to give voters every opportunity to cast a ballot," Governor Crist said. "I have a responsibility to the voters of our state to ensure that the maximum number of citizens can participate in the electoral process, and that every person can exercise the right to vote." Prior to the 2008 General Election, Florida has seen historic numbers of Floridians registering to vote for the first time. In addition, record numbers of voters have chosen to cast a ballot during early voting. Early voting began on October 20 and runs through November 2. Current Florida law allows for early voting to be conducted eight hours per day on each weekday, and for a total of eight hours during both weekends during the early voting period. Floridians can contact their county's Supervisor of Elections for dates, times and locations of early voting. Florida voters can also request absentee ballots to be mailed to them until October 29. Please see the attached Executive Order 08-217. STATE OF FLORIDA OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE ORDER NUMBER 08-217 WHEREAS, early voting is scheduled to end November 2, 2008; and WHEREAS, early voting turnout has already reached record levels and is forecast to continue with record turnout. There are only 267 early voting sites throughout the state and long lines have formed at many of the early voting sites; and WHEREAS, a historic number of Floridians have registered to vote for the first time in this election; and WHEREAS, new voting equipment is being used in 15 Florida counties; WHEREAS, as a result of this unique combination of circumstances resulting from the historic voter turnout in this election, there is a possibility that election officials will be unable to conduct an orderly election, and thus residents in our state could be deprived of a meaningful opportunity to vote; andWHEREAS, because of the existing and continuing possibility of an emergency occurring before or during the regularly scheduled election, and in order to ensure maximum citizen participation in the electoral process, and provide a safe and orderly procedure for persons seeking to exercise their right to vote;NOW, THEREFORE, I, CHARLIE CRIST, as Governor of Florida, by virtue of the authority vested in me by Article IV, Section 1(a) of the Florida Constitution, by the Florida Elections Emergency Act, and by all other applicable laws, issue the following Executive Order, to take immediate effect:I hereby declare that, based on the above-described conditions, a state of emergency exists. It is hereby found and declared to be necessary to extend the voting hours during early voting. Accordingly, I order the Supervisors of Elections to open early voting sites from 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. through October 31, 2008 and open early voting sites for a total of twelve (12) hours between 7 a.m. November 1, 2008 and 7 p.m. November 2, 2008.IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the State of Florida to be affixed, at Tallahassee, the Capitol, this 28th day of October, 2008. GOVERNORATTEST:SECRETARY OF STATE
GOVERNOR CRIST EXTENDS EARLY VOTING HOURS
~~ ~Ensures maximum number of Floridians can exercise right to vote~ ~~
October 28, 2008
Contact:
GOVERNOR'S PRESS OFFICE(850) 488-5394
TALLAHASSEE - Governor Charlie Crist today signed Executive Order 08-217, extending the hours for early voting during the current General Election. Effective immediately, early voting sites will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., through Friday, October 31, 2008, and for a total of 12 hours between 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 1, and 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 2, 2008.
"I have spoken with the Secretary of State and members of the Florida Legislature and have concluded that it is always the right thing to do to give voters every opportunity to cast a ballot," Governor Crist said. "I have a responsibility to the voters of our state to ensure that the maximum number of citizens can participate in the electoral process, and that every person can exercise the right to vote."
Prior to the 2008 General Election, Florida has seen historic numbers of Floridians registering to vote for the first time. In addition, record numbers of voters have chosen to cast a ballot during early voting.
Early voting began on October 20 and runs through November 2. Current Florida law allows for early voting to be conducted eight hours per day on each weekday, and for a total of eight hours during both weekends during the early voting period. Floridians can contact their county's Supervisor of Elections for dates, times and locations of early voting.
Florida voters can also request absentee ballots to be mailed to them until October 29.
Please see the attached Executive Order 08-217.
STATE OF FLORIDA
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
EXECUTIVE ORDER NUMBER 08-217
WHEREAS, early voting is scheduled to end November 2, 2008; and
WHEREAS, early voting turnout has already reached record levels and is forecast to continue with record turnout. There are only 267 early voting sites throughout the state and long lines have formed at many of the early voting sites; and
WHEREAS, a historic number of Floridians have registered to vote for the first time in this election; and
WHEREAS, new voting equipment is being used in 15 Florida counties;
WHEREAS, as a result of this unique combination of circumstances resulting from the historic voter turnout in this election, there is a possibility that election officials will be unable to conduct an orderly election, and thus residents in our state could be deprived of a meaningful opportunity to vote; and
WHEREAS, because of the existing and continuing possibility of an emergency occurring before or during the regularly scheduled election, and in order to ensure maximum citizen participation in the electoral process, and provide a safe and orderly procedure for persons seeking to exercise their right to vote;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, CHARLIE CRIST, as Governor of Florida, by virtue of the authority vested in me by Article IV, Section 1(a) of the Florida Constitution, by the Florida Elections Emergency Act, and by all other applicable laws, issue the following Executive Order, to take immediate effect:
I hereby declare that, based on the above-described conditions, a state of emergency exists. It is hereby found and declared to be necessary to extend the voting hours during early voting. Accordingly, I order the Supervisors of Elections to open early voting sites from 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. through October 31, 2008 and open early voting sites for a total of twelve (12) hours between 7 a.m. November 1, 2008 and 7 p.m. November 2, 2008.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the State of Florida to be affixed, at Tallahassee, the Capitol, this 28th day of October, 2008.
GOVERNOR
ATTEST:
SECRETARY OF STATE
MAKE THE CALL TO INDIANA TODAY!
In Indiana Obama and Clinton are tied! We can close the deal in Indiana with your help!
Please join me and call from your home this week to Indiana. Call 20 people, it will take you fifteen minutes or less. Thanks for your support!
Here is the link to start:
http://my.barackobama.com/page/contact/splash/callindiana
-Kevin
Obama's National Arts Policy Committee will be distributing the campaign's official arts policy platform to the Indiana and North Carolina arts community in order to cultivate a base of arts voters before the fast approaching primary. Obama is committed to the arts, and it's important we, as writers, artists, performers, and musicians, do our part to help win these importnat states!
Do you know any arts professionals in these states? Write me at obamaarts@gmail.com to get a pdf of the platform and a letter from our committee chairs, Margo Lions and George Stevens, Jr., to send out to your personal contacts. Or send me email and professional affiliations of people you know working in the Pennsylvania art community and we will send those documents out to your contacts. Any emails submitted will be kept private will only be used to send the official letter and policy document.
great article in the NYT about barack obama as an inspiration for artists:
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/04/13/magazine/13wwln-consumed-t.html?_r=1&oref=slogin
Obama's National Arts Policy Committee will be distributing the campaign's official arts policy platform to the Pennsylvania art community in order to cultivate a base of arts voters before the primary. Obama is committed to the arts, and it's important we, as writers, artists, performers, and musicians, do our part to help win Pennsylvania!
Do you know any arts professionals in Pennsylvania? Write me at obamaarts@gmail.com to get a pdf of the platform and a letter from our committee chairs, Margo Lions and George Stevens, Jr., to send out to your personal contacts. Or send me email and professional affiliations of people you know working in the Pennsylvania art community and we will send those documents out to your contacts. Any emails submitted will be kept private will only be used to send the official letter and policy document.
Do you have time to help us do some online research? I am looking for a few volunteers to help me do some online research for this big project. We need to find all the arts organizations in Pennsylvania and get emails for the staff of those organizations. We will be working on this right away, but since it's just online research, you can do this from home and at any time of day. If you have some time to help out, please reply back via email to obamaarts@gmail.com.Thanks so much,Shawnee Barton Obama for America Arts Policy Committee Member
From the group profile's blog of the supporters called the "Citizens of the World for Barack Obama:"
Finally we have a candidate for the Office of the President of the United States who understands that we are all part of one human family. Clearly, Barack Obama sees that we are all in this together. Quoting Barack Obama, "Part of what we've lost is a sense of empathy towards each other.” We have lost a sense that we must stand in others’ shoes, that we must see through their eyes. We need dialogue. But the desire for world dominion and conquest of resources has been allowed to push diplomacy and the desire for peace aside. Immature "leaders" listen to money instead of listening to the citizens of the world. That has to end, or civilization will end. We are our sister's keeper. We are our brother's keeper. And we long for peace. We cannot afford to have Bush-lite. The Us vs. Them worldview of Barack’s primary opponent is passé; it is old-school. Its time is done. Like no other candidate, Barack Obama will bring the people of the world together. Barack Obama will do the most for peace. Please assist Barack Obama’s campaign for the Presidency in any way that you can. www.BarackObama.com
I love this blog! It shows our spirit as we support each other, and as we support Senator Barack Obama in his fight for bringing the people of the world together. But he cannot do it alone. We are all in this together. Marinell "Hussein" Bautista
The Texas primary and caucus is happening TODAY, March 4th. Be part of the effort to get out the vote in this key contest. We’ve put together a list of the most important calls you can make. Get started calling them now! Phonebanking is easy! Once you get started, you’ll receive a list of 20 Texans to call, and your screen will lead you through the script, one question at a time. All the information you need is included right there. It’s fun, it’s easy, and it couldn’t be more important. Get started calling now!
- CLICK HERE TO START CALLING TEXAS NOW! -
http://my.barackobama.com/page/contact/splash/calltx
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!
Read this Post if Clinton Leading Ohio Polls by 9% Bothers You. . .
We can make a real difference in this campaign. JOIN ME THIS SUNDAY, 03/02 IN CALLING OHIO VOTERS.
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Make the CALL - Washington State Needs YOU! - Phone Bank
Obama needs you now more than ever, Clinton is 15 points ahead in Washington Polls
Obama typically does very well in Caucus States so he can win Washington with Your Help! The caucus is THIS SATURDAY, so start calling today!
You can help! All you need is your phone and your computer. It's fun, easy and the people on the other end are very receptive.
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We invite you to join Artists and Creative Industry for Obama! It is moderated by Obama for America's National Arts Policy Committee and has the most up to date information about where Obama stands on the Arts.
While you're there, read Obama's official policy platform in support of art and culture and articles written by committee members Michael Chabon and George Stevens, Jr.
http://my.barackobama.com/page/group/CreativeAmericaforObama
Make the CALL - New Jersey Needs YOU!
Obama needs you now more than ever, Clinton is 5 points ahead in New Jersey
Obama is behind in most of the polls in most of the Super Tuesday states.
Make the CALL
Obama needs you now more than ever!
Mars Vision Productions produced this TV Commercial for free because they are big-time Obama Supporters. It is a commercial for our upcoming S.C. Primary Party, Art for CHANGE. Look for it on the web and some Sarasota Cable channels like SNN.
- CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE COMMERCIAL -
If the link doesn't work please visit: http://www.SarasotaForObama.org/
The Sarasota Herald Tribune printed a story about grassroots organization in Florida. They interviewed Terry Watson from the Tampa Bay O-Train and discussed our grassroots efforts.
The also made a nice mention of our upcoming South Carolina Primary Party, "Art for CHANGE" in the same article. You can find it in the Sarasota or Manatee Herald Tribune on page, "4A".
This party is really vamping up! Now there will be live music from a local Jazz band.
There is still room, sign up today!
Look under the events link in your dashboard. The party is in downtown Sarasota. Open Bar, free beer & wine.
Cheers,
Kevin Florida
Good news!
The Bradenton Herald officially endorsed Barack Obama today! Many thanks to everyone who called and mailed the Bradenton Herald to make this happen! Slowly but surely, we are making Sarasota and Manatee Counties aware of our presence!
