Friends,
Thank you so much for sending in your notes to Senator Cornyn regarding health care issues.
I have just printed 34 beautiful notes to carry with me to the meeting today.
Including DJ Mark Anthony’s request for the Senator to report the lies on TV commercials and the colorful picture of Pat Boone.
It is not enough to write President Barack Obama, we have to contact our elected officials, in particular the ones that are not supporting our Prez.
It is not too late, send in your notes to me anytime, John Cornyn's office is 5 minutes from my front door.
Also attend the town hall meetings being organized by our reps.
Yesterday Julie and I attended the one in the Fifth Ward, it was an interesting experienced actually being there vs. watching on TV.
Our Madam Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee did a fabulous job! She came prepared with presentation boards and handouts of the bill.
SJL was very clear and to the point on issues. She was kind and listen to the speakers and promised to take back to Congress our views and concerns.
She kept control of the meeting beautifully! The folks that spoke out without being called on were not addressed and ended up looking disrespectful and foolish.
Congresswoman Jackson Lee clearly sorted thru some of the creative fabrications, lies, and misconceptions floating out there. It was difficult for me to keep a straight face listening to some of the comments from confused and angry audience.
I think some folks are just extremely disappointed we have a Democratic government in place now. They display anger and frustration using the usual rhetoric.
I posted the pictures from the meeting on http://www.facebook.com/maria.isabel and will add to Flickr later after my meeting today.
Here is the town hall for today with SJL:
For your protection and the protection of our elected officials you need to RSVP to be admitted in the room:
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/gpfcqh
It’s not just about me and my family, I care for you too, Mom says it’s a sign of being a Democrat!
Maria Isabel
Organizing for America Pledge Project
President Obama needs our support and help to prove to Washington DC that we are still supporting his "Change" campaign.
If you still believe he has the right ideas and plans, and want to be part of our own recovery please fill out this pledge note and sign it. You can return to me or send directly to the Pledge Project.
Pledge Project Page:http://my.barackobama.com/page/content/pledgeprojectcanvassguide/This site has all the information and forms you need to be clear about the issues.
Pledge Card:http://obama.3cdn.net/f33182f2a60434cfcf_olm6b1dtc.pdf
We are all busy with our families, businesses, and local campaigns, and to support this project is easy. You do not have to knock on doors or make phone calls if you do not have the time. Just send the card in!
Standing for our President Obama!
Maria Isabel713.542.0721713.547.0681 Fax
Barack is asking us to stay in the game…it is only the beginning!!!
If you have not yet signed up to attend one of the 4,000 + "Change is Coming" events around the country, it's not too late.
Hi ~ I so look forward to seeing you tomorrow night.
This gathering will be a celebration of our historic victory against politics as usual, and a festive holiday diner party.
After so many months of hard work attending meetings, canvassing, making phone calls, writing checks, traveling to other states,
and pressing for change in America, it is still surreal that we did it...and you made it happened,
you are responsible for this extraordinary historic experience called:
Barack is our next president!
Nikki Sutton and the transition team is in place and running. They want to hear from us regarding details on issues that are important to each one of us.
Barack is calling for community organizers all over the country to continue establishing relationships with local elected officials to press for change.
He has requested we take on a community service project before inauguration day to let them know we are not going away.
Bring your ideas to the party.
Also, we will be playing "Dirty Grab", a gift exchange game. If you would like to join in, bring a wrapped gift.
Recycled presents are encouraged, shop in your own closet. Gift to be $15 or less in value.
Barry and I will be cooking for you tomorrow and we are delighted you have signed up to attend.
Obama '08,
We Don't Have to Wait!
Maria Isabel has sent you an invitation to 'Change IsComing - Houston 6th Ward House Party' -- click here toview the invitation and submit your response: http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/gsxb5r
"We are one people, and our time for change has come!"
~ Barack Obama
In case you missed it.
Four segments, here is the first:
http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=4608198n
Thank you OFA fellow community organizers....we are almost there!
But today there is still a few more things you can do to help finish the job until the polls close.
Your "Precinct Chair" has a list of folks in your precinct that have not yet come to the polls, this is a great opportunity.
If you do not know who your precinct chair is, here is how to find him or her in Houston: http://www.hcdp.org/precinctchairs.php
Contact your precinct chair and see what you can do to help.
Our neighborhood last night only had a list of about 100 folks that had not voted yet. Split the list with other community organizers in your area and call these folks or put a reminder to vote today on their door!
Ken from the DNC has vote reminder lit at our OFA Headquarters - 4300 Lyons Houston 77020, we must GOTV!!!
Another option if you would like to volunteer today, you can be an Obama Precinct Captain by standing outside your polling location wearing your Obama gear ready to greet voters.
Remember, these are your neighbors and if lines are long tonight they may be encouraged to stay if they see you there.
During the Primary some of the folks that came to vote stayed with us for part of the day.
If standing and greeting is not your thing, MyBO will be updating the battleground state calling list throughout the day.
The campaing is planning to post the names and numbers of specific pockets of voters in strategic battleground areas that have not made it to the polls.
This you can do in the comfort of your own home.Also there are busy call banking locations all over town, you may want to find one near you and bring snacks or drink to the volunteers.
The Harris County Democratic Party is phonebanking today, and also OFA has several locations, here is how to find an OFA call banking location near you in Houston: http://gotv.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/gpvvv4
In a few hours we will know who the next president will be, Obama and his campaing strategists had a plan for this election, they did a great job mobilizing folks, and you did the rest.
My heartfelt thanks for all you have done so far and will do today.
Feel free to email me or call anytime today.
With Obama Love,
mariaobama@gmail.com
713.542.0721
Hey Guys,
We are almost to the end of this incredible journey…..I have had the time of my life with you!
We have made so many great friends all across the country, good people brought together by Barack Obama and this "Change" thing.
http://flickr.com/photos/25714894@N08/
My heartfelt thanks to you for your precious contribution to this terrific effort, your friendship, and love. Thanks for all you are doing!!!
I know there are many parties, and fancy get-together plans around town for after the closing of the polls on Nov 4th, but I hope you will stop by and have one last dance with me to the "Thunder" of DJ Mark Anthony.
Please join us at the OFA Houston Headquarters, 4300 Lyons for one last "Staff Meeting", you know how I love meetings... and Election Celebration!!!
Maria Isabel has sent you an invitation to 'Staff Meeting- Election Day Celebration' -- click here to view theinvitation and submit your response: http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/gpvjv2 Personal Message: (Optional)
Almost there.....
While the Senator is away this weekend our orders from Chicago is the urgency to call Ohio.
We have several phone banking locations in Houston, find one near you:
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/search_simple
If you can not get to a phone bank location but have time to call from home, email me:
What about Texas? Here is my plan: between 9 am and 9 pm we are calling Ohio, but our family members, our friends, our neighbors, and local contacts we can reach anytime by emails.
911 - Call Now!!!
Maria
Houston Obama Leadership Team ~ OFA Houston Office is Opening Tomorrow Oct 11, 2008
Come and meet the local staffers and your fellow supporters.
Lets Rally Up Houston With Obama Love and Hope!!!
This is a great opportunity to get involved with the local campaign!
Time: Saturday, October 11 at 1:00 PM - 3 hours
Location: OFA Houston Office
4300 Lyons Ave #200
Houston, TX 77020
Directions:
North side of I-10 and East of Hwy 59
You can view the details of this event at any time by going to:
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/gs5y77
Re: Early Voting
Early Voting Hours of Operation
Oct 20th - Oct 24th 8 am - 4:30 pm
Oct 25th 7 am - 7 pm
Oct 26th 1 pm - 6 pm
Oct 27th - Oct 31st 7 am - 7 pm
Map of your Precinct: http://hcdp.org/precinctmaps.html
Contact your Precinct Chair: http://hcdp.org/precinctchairs.php
Some Precincts are not active. If your Precinct Chair does not respond, contact the Harris County Democratic Office and volunteer to be Leadership in your community.
Harris County Website: http://hcdp.org/index.html
eSlate Voting Information: http://www.1960area.com/voting/index.html
eSlate Classes in Harris County:
http://www.harrisvotes.com/docs/eSlate%20Training%20Classes%202008.pdf
Event on MyBO
Support Barack by volunteering for
Early Voting In Your Community' -- click here to view the invitation and submit your response:
Early Voting Locations: http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/politics/5551822.html
Oct 20th – Oct 24th 8 am – 4 pm
Oct 25th 7 am – 7 pm
Oct 27th – Oct 31st 7 am – 7 pm
Barack needs your help, volunteer at your Early Voting Location.
Some Precincts are not active. If your Precinct Chair does not respond, contact the Harris County Democratic Office and volunteer to be leadership in your community.
Debate Watch Party at Barry and Maria's place at 7:30 pm tonight till.....
1518 Washington Ave, Unit H, Houston TX 77007 - 713.542.0721
We are making Chili, please bring your favorite beverage!
On MyBO:
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/gshtyz
We need to hit McCain now on this. Now! You will see the following week get bogged down in smears.
The Campaign has asked us to forward this link to everyone we knnow. Please forward this link to all your friends. I forwarded it to 157 people.
http://www.keatingeconomics.com/
Now this is very urgent! Let me tell you why: I just watched an hour long documentary by Sean Hannity on his Hannity's America show sliming Barack Obama so much it would make you vomit. The "sources" he used weren't even credible authors, but if you watched that doucmentary and had no other point of view, you wouldn't vote Obama.
So let's get the word out NOW about John McCain. Forward this link now to your friends.
The OFA Staffers in Houston/Harris County are looking for a super awesome volunteer that that will assist with communications. Website knowledge is a must.
Respond to this email or call me,
Obama/Biden Family,
The OFA team strategists have designed a comprehensive and aggressive focused plan for the general election.
This plan has two components and many elements:
1. For Barack to win the “General Election”, “We Must Win Battleground States”.
2. We can win Texas.
We are 375,000 committed volunteers in Texas ready to participate and contribute to this effort.
Working together we can coordinate and move forward.
Top Assignments:
Five Weeks Commitment to travel out-of –state
Weekends out-of-state
One weekend out-of-state
Anytime out-of-state
You have the “time” but need resources such as transportation and or housing
You know someone in a Blue State that will travel for Texas to a “Battleground State”
If you have housing in a “Battleground State” to offer a volunteer
If you can not travel but can financially contribute to the “Texans to the Battleground” Fund.
Home team:
Become a Deputy Registrar – Houston Training Wed Sep 10th at 7:00 pm – Travis and Alabama, Midtown Office.
Mon - Friday between 9 am and 3 pm at 1001 Preston, second floor. Bring your voter registration card.
Become a Precinct Captain – Houston Training Wed Sep 10th at 7:00 pm - Travis and Alabama,
Midtown Office.
All our moves will be reported to Chicago.
For Houston and surrounding areas answer this email or contact: ashleyforobama@yahoo.com.
Thank you for all you're doing!
Important Voter Registration Information:
STATEWIDE INFORMATION
Sept. 5 MAIL BALLOTS: **First day to apply to County Clerk for ballot by mail for General Election.
NOTE: Persons wishing to Vote By Mail Ballot from within Harris County must first call the Clerk's Office at (713) 755-6411 and request an Application to Vote By Mail.
VOTING FROM OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES: NOTE: Persons wishing to Vote By Mail Ballot from OUTSIDE the United States must first call the Clerk's Office at (713) 755-6411 and request The Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in order to apply for a Mail Ballot. ** The request for a FPCA can be made anytime for there is not a date as to when this request can be made.
Oct. 6 Last day to register to vote in general election.
Oct. 20 Early voting for General Election begins.
Oct. 28 Last day for County Clerk to receive application for ballot by mail. NOTE: All applications to vote by mail must be received by the early voting clerk before the close of regular business or 12 noon, whichever is later on Oct. 28th.
Applications to vote by mail must be submitted by mail, common or contract carrier, or fax (if the applicant is absent from the county and a fax machine is available in the office of the early voting clerk).
Oct. 31 Last day of Early Voting. Nov.
4 General Election.
NOTE, from Clara:
One of our Project RAVEN members was asked to leave a Metro rail stop where he was attempting to register voters.
The Metro policeperson who asked him to leave that site did so in violation of his civil rights.
Please be advised that you have the right to register voters on public property without a permit.
If anyone approaches you and attempts to violate your rights to do that, please write down that person's name, job title, and in the case of a law enforcement officer, his or her rank and badge number.
Also, write down the date, time and location of the incident, as well as the names [addresses and phone numbers too if they will give them to you] of any witnesses who personally saw and/or heard what occurred.
Project RAVEN will go through the appropriate channels and file a complaint on your behalf. Sometimes, problems like these are due solely to ignorance and can be readily rectified by having supervisors properly instruct their personnel. We don't want anyone to get into any arguments--certainly not any physical confrontations--with authorities; however, we do want you to be firm in courteously asserting that you have the right to be on public property and to register voters there.
If the person insists that you leave, you should ask why he or she is insisting that you leave public property.
If you have any such problems please let us know.
Clara Loraine Meek
Anyone wanting to put together material for Voter Reg Drives should shop at Walmart. All you need and the prices can't be beat. Some stores are open 24/7 so no lines. You're in an out before you know it.
Best thing you'll find for your events are paperweights. The most important purchase you'll make are items to keep your material from blowing away. Most events will occur outdoors. If you don't have things to keep your papers from flying away all your conversation will be cut short by your having to chase down paper.
If you have questions call or respond to this post.
Bill
Operative 60 days after the effective date of July 8, 2008 the California Legislature wrote and the Governor signed Senate Bill 1137.
The requirements pertaining to the notice of default and the posting and mailing of an entirely new notice apply to loans secured by owner occupied residential real property and made between January 1, 2003 and December 31, 2007. These provisions will remain effective until January 1, 2013.
A Notice of Default (NOD) may not be filed by the trustee or lender until 30 days after contact is made in person or by telephone with a borrower to assess their financial situation and explore options to avoid foreclosure, or until 30 after satisfying specificied due diligence requirements.
Consult the attorney of your choice for legal advice. Time is of the essence. You want to move quickly in taking action to prevent the loss of your asset.
A word of advice to those organizing and those participating in Voter Reg Events. Please be mindful that you are a guest on private property.
You don't want to be aggressive in your efforts. Most of you will be carrying a clipboard containing voter registration affidavits. The affidavits are long, probably 14 inches are so. Its pretty darn obvious what you're there for.
That said, you don't really have to ask are you registered to vote. You might want to say instead, how are you. You might get better response if you say hello or hi or good morning, good afternoon or hola.
The Obama signs are large an reconizable. Those wanting a form or wanting information will approach you.
If your attitude or actions are inappropriate the request to conduct future events on private property will be denied.
Hope this was of some help to some one.
