Mark Warner in the Valley

Where: The Mill Street Grill, 1 Mill St., Staunton VA

When: This Sunday, November 2 at noon.

Lunch will be provided for the first 140 people who arrive. Everyone will get a chance to meet with Governor Warner and hear him speak.

Staunton Newspaper Endorses Sam Rasoul

The News Leader of Staunton has joined The Roanoke Times by endorsing Sam Rasoul for Congress. Saying it is time for a change, time for a fresh approach, and time for new ideas for the 6th District, the News Leader says:

When Congressman Bob Goodlatte, R-6th, said he would only serve 12 years, we believed him. That was during his first run for the office in 1992....

In March, the nonpartisan research organization Knowlegis ranked the eight-term Republican 254th among 435 House members in the Congressional power structure. The study ranks members on their positions, indirect influence and legislative activity and earmarked funding for special projects.

After all his [Goodlatte's] years in Congress, we'd hope for something better than middle of the pack.

The News Leader goes on to write this about Sam Rasoul:

Rasoul, on the other hand, walks the walk. He is seeking a seat in Congress on a shoestring — he refused money from the National Democratic Committee because he didn't want to be beholden to the lobbyists attached to party money.

...we'd like to see a fresh approach to how our district is represented in Congress.

Rasoul is not part of the problem. We believe he could be part of the solutions.

Cross posted at Coarse Cracked Corn

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Roanoke Times endorses Sam Rasoul

The Roanoke Times has endorsed Sam Rasoul in the 6th District with this strong statement of support:

Americans are dissatisfied with a dysfunctional Congress that has placed rabid partisanship and the influence of lobbyists above the interests of the Americans who elected them.

This Nov. 4 affords an opportunity for Americans to force change. Voters in Virginia's 6th Congressional District can help to hasten reforms by electing newcomer Sam Rasoul to replace longtime incumbent Bob Goodlatte.

Rasoul, at age 27, is the youngest person running for Congress. He is still wrapped up in the naïveté of youth. He believes that, with enough principled members, Congress could change. He is idealistic but doesn't seem to fully grasp or appreciate how the system works. Still, voters could do worse than give Rasoul a chance to prove himself.

He has shown through the campaign that he lives up to his principles. He won the Democrats' support as their nominee, but he has shunned all party and political action committee money.

Unseating an entrenched incumbent with a huge war chest is always tough. A newspaper endorsement doesn't guarantee victory. But, it is heartening to see a respected editorial board, which has closely followed this contest, come out with a bold and positive statement supporting Sam Rasoul. Hopefully, in this last week before votes are cast, the Roanoke Times has given undecided voters a reason to take a second look at this qualified candidate who will bring change to D.C. 

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Obama Rally in the Valley!!!

U.S. Sen. Barack Obama will join us for a Rally in the Valley, Tuesday at James Madison University. It will be Obama’s ninth trip to the commonwealth since the end of the primary campaign.

Think about this: Barack Obama cares enough about the Shenandoah Valley that he is coming here in the last days of the campaign… John McCain? Where is he? Where has he been? Mark Warner has been here to do everything from announce major initiatives to speak at high school graduations. Same with Tim Kaine. Ask yourself, who really cares about the Shenandoah Valley? Actions speak louder than words…

This event is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required, though, an RSVP is strongly encouraged. To RSVP, please click here

James Madison University
Convocation Center
Harrisonburg, VA 22807

Doors Open: 3:15 PM

Program Begins: 5:15 PM

***For security reasons do not bring bags or umbrellas and please limit personal items. No signs or banners allowed.***

Special note: I learned this at Leesburg, leave your pocket knife in the car! I had to give up my Case that a good friend gave me a long time ago. But I did so without hesitation.

We are living history here!

Thank you, see you Tuesday!

Lowell