Soon as we got a Democrat in the White House, a bunch of Senators claiming to be Democrats rushed to show how independent they are, declaring they won’t necessarily vote in support of the President’s agenda that he was elected to enact. As a Hoosier, I’ll put Indiana’s Evan Bayh (pronounced “Bye” or “Buy”) at the top of the list.
Mr. Obama is right to allow politicians to vote their “consciences” (oxymoron is obvious). Where he’s wrong is in promising to raise money for them. I won’t give one penny to support ANY Senator who fails to toe the line and earnestly help the President do what he promised. Many promises were made. If they’re not kept because Democrats in the Senate support powerful banks and other lobbies against the people who support Mr. Obama’s agenda, then Bayh-Bayh to them come the primary.
If self-described Democrats in the Senate refuse to push through the President’s agenda, then it’s up to us to FIND SOMEONE WHO WILL. I won’t give money to or raise money for Evan Bayh or Arlen Spector or any of the approximately eight others who have declared themselves “independent” of this cause.
They want our money and votes only to betray us to the powerful lobbyists who own them. We need to start work right now finding better people to run against them in the primaries and start raising the money they’ll need to win.
We kept McCain and Palin out of the White House. We certain can put Bayh, Specter and those other eight “independent” Democrats OUT of the Senate. CHANGE is coming to America.
Even though it may not look like it or feel like it, you are making progress.
Continue working towards progress instead of perfection.
Nothing or no no one is perfect.
Just keep taking steps.
Keep making those phone calls.
Continue following your plan.
Remain focused on your goal.
Do what you have to do right now to get to the next level.
Complete every task.
Keep every promise and commitment.
Don't look back.
Let no one weaken your walk of faith and determination.
Remain teachable.
Place yourself in a blessing position by associating with people on-the-grow.
Talk with teachers.
Walk with winners.
Climb with champions.
Study successful people.
Something great is about to happen for you!
Start giving thanks right now before you can even see the outward manisfestation of your prayers and desires.
Everything you do from this day forward will take you further away or closer to your potential for successful living.
-by Dr. Jewel Diamond Taylor, Motivational Speaker & Author
This race will be won in the primaries, which means we have about a year to plan and raise money before the general election campaign. Time is on our side right now, but we don't need to wait to begin fundraising and spreading the good news. We can do a few things right away.
Talk to everyone about Obama. Familiarize yourself with his positions (ontheissues.org). Know his background. And form your own opinions!
University Students, begin tabling your campus. Set up booths with packets of information to educate voters. Have comparison charts for all the issues, and be ready to answer tough questions. Coordinate these tabling events with University organizations. While supporting Obama, do not forget independent voters. Independent voters are going to play a huge role in this next election.
People in cities can begin planning fundraising dinners. Find interesting local speakers, such as city council members, professors, judges, church leaders and other people. If possible, find local restaurants with owners that will be friendly to our cause. Ask for discounted rates if you promise to bring a certain number of people.
Sponsor a race or walk where people can donate a certain amount for each mile you run.
Donate from your own pocket! I know that giving money isn't always easy. I'm a college student that understands dire financial situations. Participate in this site's fundraising option. Pledge to raise even just $100 from friends and family. Create a list of everyone in your family, and all of your friends, that you feel comfortable asking for money. Write down the maximum amount, and a reasonable amount you can ask for from people. Ask individuals to match any contribution you raise.
