Friday, 24 October 2008
Weekend Update
Things are looking good! Here's the latest map!
Republican Corruption Scandal One: Sarah Palin is testifying in her own defense. (We're including this picture because we're really big fans of Bass Pro Shops!
Republican Corruption Scandal Two: The jury is out.
So, John McCain, got better things to do than your party on Election Night? That's just plain embarrassing. Let's hope Sarah Palin is not skipping the party, too.
Speaking of Sarah, who is the higest-paid person in her campaign? You'd never guess!
Politico.com: "There are people in this campaign who feel a real sense of loyalty to her and are really pleased with her performance and think she did a great job," said the McCain insider. "She has a real future in this party."
Forget Waldo. Where's George?
Oh, that's why we don't see him! Thanks, Sarah.
That's Sarah Palin, who is already distancing herself from McCain and her own campaign. Now that their defeat is becoming apparent, let the Republican infighting and blaming begin!
Oh, it did already?
Yes, it did.
Even Joe Lieberman is doing it. Ripping on Palin shows he knows who is going to have the power in the Senate come January.
Here's a shocker: Joe the Fake Plumber might run for Congress. And here we thought he was some random guy who was playing catch with his son when he randomly decided to interrogate Barak Obama about the flat tax, just like all the other plumbers have done.
Yes, the same Average Joe who is the headline on the conservative Drudge Report : JOE THE PLUMBER 'SCARED FOR AMERICA' IF OBAMA PREZ. Gee, we are wondering if he is still undecided?
This Republican campaign employee who faked being robbed and attacked brings to mind a similar feeble lie recently from the Michigan College Republicans.
Congressman Dingell leads the call for auto industry help. We're fully supportive.
By the way, the Congressman had knee replacement surgery that went well.
Guess that anger temper thing runs in the family, eh John McCain? I half expected your brother called 911 because kids were on his grass and he just fertilized.
Posted by brownstowndems
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Updated: Sunday, 26 October 2008 4:24 PM EDT
Thursday, 23 October 2008
A Message from Congressman DIngell
Like you, I know that we are facing tremendous economic hardships. This is the greatest economic challenge that we as a country have faced since the Great Depression. Michigan has been feeling this pain for a long time, and now the rest of the country is catching up too. You can help me serve you more effectively by telling me directly how this economic crisis is affecting you. I want to hear your story: how are you and your neighbors coping and what do you need from Washington? Tell me your story right here.
The cost of living continues to rise steadily as we pay more for health care, groceries, gas and to heat our homes. The last eight years have brought us higher unemployment and stagnant wages, a growing disparity between the wealthiest Americans and the middle class and a sense that we will be unable to provide the next generation with better circumstances than we inherited. We need change and I have been working hard to help lead this country in a new direction. I want to share the things I am doing in Congress to try and help you.
Recently, I led the effort along with my colleagues from Michigan to secure $25 billion in loans to the auto industry to be used to re-tool existing facilities to build the next generation of cars, today. With this money we can help create green jobs right here in Michigan as we build more fuel efficient vehicles that will help reduce our dependence on foreign oil.
We have also been working diligently on a plan to stabilize the economy. The historic market collapse that we have seen in the last several weeks serves as a final verdict on eight years of failed economic practices, foolish deregulation and tax policies that reward companies for shipping jobs overseas instead of hiring our own. But now we must meet the challenge to ensure that people stay in their homes and small businesses have the equity to cover their payrolls.
Much remains to be accomplished in order to strengthen our economy. John McCain's plans for our economy will only exacerbate Michigan's economic woes. His proposal to tax healthcare benefits for the first time means that more Michiganders would lose their coverage. We cannot afford another 4 years of these Bush policies and that is all John McCain is offering.
Barack Obama has a plan to help America's middle class. He will cut taxes for 95% of American and help provide quality affordable healthcare for all Americans. We desperately need a change because we cannot afford more of the same. I hope that you will join me in working to elect Senator Barack Obama our next president and to increase Democratic majorities in both the House and Senate. Our next president will have a profound impact on our economy and your household finances.
We've had eight years of difficult times, debt and extreme partisanship. If we work together, I know we can reverse this course.
With great appreciation for all that you do
John D. Dingell
Posted by brownstowndems
at 9:10 PM EDT
Tuesday, 21 October 2008
Mid-Week Update
The State House looks good for Democrats.
The discussion of Colin Powell's endorsement of Barak Obama continues. Was the endorsement partially driven by how wrong McCain is?
Is the Republican Party falling apart?
Posted by brownstowndems
at 6:39 AM EDT
Updated: Tuesday, 21 October 2008 6:48 AM EDT
Saturday, 18 October 2008
Weekend Update
How is the election going? Republicans can't even count on support in their traditional red states.
Here is the usual electoral map that breaks down the numbers.
This breaks down to good news about how Congress will look after the election.
Pity John McCain. This housing crisis has hit him eight times harder than the rest of us. Why, even wife Cindy didn't make as much money last year.
Anybody think McCain looked just goofy at the debate? You're right!
Joe the Plumber isn't one. And he owes taxes. And he lied about being in a union and buying a business. And his name is not Joe. We liked Joe Six-Pack better.
Congressman Dingell has been given a 100% rating for Conservation.
Racist Republicans are at it again.
Peggy Noon, speechwriter for Reagan and Bush, rips Sarah Palin.
Meanwhile, it turns out Palin can speak to reporters after all! Who knew?
Posted by brownstowndems
at 9:23 AM EDT
Updated: Saturday, 18 October 2008 9:58 AM EDT
Wednesday, 15 October 2008
Special Third Debate Update Special Edition
Topic: Updates
10:05 p.m.: Hey, John McCain just pissed off his pro-life supporters by flip-flopping on them and saying that he would not impose a litmus test on his appointees to the Supreme Court. He praised Bryer and Ginsberg (two pro-choice Justices), too.
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Pretty clear that Obama won the debate. McCain tried to stay on the attack, but failed.
Wondering what the Barak Obama tax cut means for you? Click here for their handy calculator.
Remember when the McCain campaign gave up on Michigan last week? They said they were going to focus on Maine, instead. Now the Republicans are pulling out of Wisconsin and Maine. So where are all of those Michigan campaign people who went to Maine going to go now?
So where are we at with the Electoral College count? The winner: Obama.
Marie Cocco from the Washington Post may sum it up best. Sometimes it's over.
Posted by brownstowndems
at 9:55 PM EDT
Updated: Thursday, 16 October 2008 9:19 AM EDT
We'll be blogging the last debate tonight!
We'll be online and plan a big update with some really neat stuff tonight, but the focus will be on the third and final Presidenial debate.Check back here after the debate!
Posted by brownstowndems
at 6:41 AM EDT
Monday, 13 October 2008
A Message from Lt. Governor John Cherry
Dear Friend,
Late last month, in my last update on Great Lakes issues, I mentioned an upcoming series of public meetings to be conducted by the Office of the Great Lakes (OGL). The OGL has confirmed the dates and locations for those meetings and they are as follows:
- October 13, 2008 in Marquette at Northern Michigan University’s University Center
- October 16, 2008 in Clinton Township at Macomb Community College’s Center Campus University Center
- October 17, 2008 in Grayling at the Grayling Township Hall
- October 20, 2008 in Detroit at the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments’ office
- October 21, 2008 in Muskegon at Grand Valley State University’s Annis Water Resources Institute
- October 23, 2008 in Saginaw at Saginaw Valley State University
- October 27, 2008 in Petoskey at North Central Michigan College’s University Center
- November 19, 2008 in Kalamazoo at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
All the meetings are scheduled at 7 PM, and we are seeking your input on a draft action plan with specific recommendations for steps we can take to protect and preserve the Great Lakes in a way that enhances our economic prosperity. To obtain a copy of the draft plan, visit www.michigan.gov/deqgreatlakes and click on Protection and Restoration.
Michigan’s Great Lakes are critical to our quality of life and our economic transformation, and your participation is an essential element of our final action plan. I hope you can attend a meeting near you, but if you are unable to attend and still want to comment on the plan you can do so by emailing DEQ-GreatLakesRestoration@michigan.gov, or by mailing your written comments to the Office of the Great Lakes, DEQ, P.O. Box 30473-7973, Lansing, Michigan 48909.
All comments are due by November 26, 2008, and additional information is available by contacting the Office of the Great Lakes at 517-335-4056.
Thanks for helping protect our Great Lakes,
John Cherry
Posted by brownstowndems
at 6:10 PM EDT
Saturday, 11 October 2008
Weekend Update
Topic: Updates
Sarah Palin starts us off with a finding that she abused her power as Governor for personal reasons.
You can read the actual report here.
And what does all of this this say about John McCain's judgement? What does it say when he wants to run the Country, but can't even control his own crowds.
Want to see how this election is trending? Click here.
Our club has endorsed Deb Kennedy for State Representative. She is a school board member, small business owner, and is active in her church. She would make an excellent State Representative.
Nobody is much talking about it, but Carl Levin is running for re-election. We heartily support him.
This would be a good time to talk about Lt. Governor John Cherry. Although he is not up for re-election this year, he is actively campaigning and supporting our Democratic slate.
As his Presidency fades into oblivion, President Bush says he still has a lot of work to do. Hasn't he screwed up enough already?
Write us a note at brownstowndems@lycos.com.
Posted by brownstowndems
at 6:35 PM EDT
Updated: Sunday, 12 October 2008 9:31 AM EDT
Tuesday, 7 October 2008
Tuesday update--Debate Night!
Topic: campaigns
First of all, it's pretty clear that Obama won the debate tonight. We witnessed the death of "Straight Talk." Asked if he would prioritize Health Care, the Economy, or Earmark Reform, McCain answered "All Three." Panderer! Beyond that, Mccain spent the whole time clumsily attacking Obama, who parried his thrusts well.
Yesterday, we told you about the Keating Five scandal and John McCain's role in it. Today, we can talk about his involvement in Iran-Contra.
Listening post-debate, even the partisan Republican commentators don't think McCain won as he needed to do.
We'll post more later in the week.
Posted by brownstowndems
at 10:33 PM EDT
Updated: Sunday, 12 October 2008 9:32 AM EDT
Monday, 6 October 2008
Monday update
Topic: Updates
The Obama campaigns reminds us about John McCain's membership in the Keating Five scandal. Without him it's the Keating Four.
The Supreme Court: another reason why this election is important.
An interesting idea to think about, why do we award all of the electoral votes in Michigan to one candidate or the other?
Want to know how Sarah Palin got through the debate? Here's a peek at her notes.
Please note that we will be posting as frequently as possible until Election Day. Expect a slowdown after that.
Posted by brownstowndems
at 8:40 PM EDT
Updated: Monday, 6 October 2008 8:52 PM EDT
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