Campaign Update & 14 for 14
An update from Chris:
Only 20 days left. Over 7,000 homes visited (by myself personally).
Nearly $20,000 raised in small donations ($100 and under).
It all comes down to this. We've spent months laying the groundwork for a successful sprint to the finish. And now it's here. Ballots arrive this weekend. (In Oregon we vote by mail.)
None of the "political insiders" really thought I had a shot at this early on - especially since I am running against an incumbent with the support of big special interests. I knew it would take an inordinate amount of focus and hard work on my part to overcome that. So I set out to do just such. And I have. Things are looking very good right now and I am feeling confident and optimistic going into these last days. Of course it hasn't been without surprises. Its always fun (I say that facetiously) to learn that groups in opposition to me are doing phone banks completely fabricating my position on hot button issues to galvanize my opponent's base against me. There is not much you can do about it except respond and move on.
I thank all of you who have been supportive of my efforts, and I look forward to serving those of you who are constituents and Oregonians in the Legislature.
This has been such a crazy, amazing experience for our family. I love how Chris has put listening to the people in our community at the top of his list. I love, love, love the fact that he is not an indoctrinated politician. It is time for some people with new ideas, new backgrounds, and fresh perspectives to become a bigger part of our government.
Today I am asking you to consider supporting Chris financially in these last few crazy weeks of the campain. Just $14 can go a long way in helping Chris win House District 14. If you are so inclined please click here: www.chrisedwardsfororegon.com (Note: you do need to be a US citizen to contribute.)
Finally, no matter where you live, make sure you vote. Take time to read your state's voter guide - schedule in time for it - educate yourself on the issues and make an informed decision. Forget about party line - look for people and measures that are aligned with what you believe most. Don't take our ability to make a choice for granted.
(Supplies from above: Rhonna Farrer Fall Foliage digital element; fonts = jailbird jenna + rosewood)
Cool idea- $14 for District 14. I donated 10 times that for 10 times the luck! Happy Campaign!
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Go Chris!! I wish I lived in Oregon, so I could help get out the vote for him! Best wishies!
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Wishing Chris and your family the best of luck!!!
Go Chris!!!!
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Very very cool...sooo happy to help! GO CHRIS!
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How cool that the healine of his stretch to finish is[ $14 for district 14 ]it really show that his camapaignis addressing all....I like that ALOT....WISHED i LIVED IN OREGON AND PROUD TO VOTE FOR YOU.
Blessings and great going!
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Hey Ali! I saw Chris' commercial on up here in Portland the other night! I don't remember what channel, and it was late, but I caught the end of it. Congrats to you both, and hope the home stretch goes well.
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Really pulling for you, Chris. Government can always use honest, simple, hard-working individuals who are there to make the system to do what it was designed to do in the first place. Sending lots of positive erg's your way!
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best of luck in the final weeks!!!
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Good Luck Chris!
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Best of luck to Chris and to your family as you go into these last few days! It's really neat to hear about his campaign trail and to read your pride in his work. Go Chris!
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I'm not from Oregon, but I do wish Chris all the best in the election. I love seeing people with genuine interest in others try to make a difference. I hope he gets his chance. And I'd venture to say that regardless of the results, he probably HAS touched lives in positive ways just by getting out there and talking to them. 7000 people...that's great!
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Wishing you the best in the campaign! I agree that we need fewer 'politicians' in washington and more people who listen to their voters AND their conscience.
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I dont believe in "luck" as such.
Faith will get you there.
And sheer determination.
All the best to you Chris.
Way to go man!
Bek
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Ali and Chris,
I contributed to you, wish I lived in Oregon so I could give you a vote but I don't so I'll keep you both in my prayers. Good luck to you both. I hope you win!
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Ali, I sent you an email for the aezine, and then notice that the image for this entry has just what I was talking about! How do you change the colour of your digital "lables"? I just can't work it out in PSE3.
Thanks, Arlie
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voting by mail.
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All the best for Chris, i hope he wins, we need more people like him in this world.
thinking of you all
Mimi
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I can't imagine how proud you must be of Chris. I mean, I'm proud of him! Excellent example of what one can accomplish in life. I absolutely applaud him in his efforts.
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Hoping for a win for Chris! He is the kind of candidate we need in Congress for sure!
Loved the photo collage challenge this week and I've posted to my blog. Thanks Ali. Looking forward to next week's newsletter. They are fantastic!
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Keep fighting the good fight, Chris!
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If in every state,
there were one
man
one
or
one woman
with this
same approach.
We
very
well
could
change the
WORLD.
How's that
for food
for
thought.
More real
people
more real
issues
less
politics
less
red tape.
What a concept.
I believe it is what
our fore
fathers
intended,
yes?
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I completely second Mary Beth...great comment indeed!
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I agree with Mary Beth as well. Perhaps Chris can run for Pres and have Mary Beth as VP! :)
It is impressive to see the effort and dedication Chris has put into the campaign as well as it is uplifting to see the fresh approach to the political game. We had a local legislator who used a similar method. He was young, ran for fire commission and then started going door to door to meet everyone on his way to becoming a state senator. We need more people like Chris around!
Best wishes for your success!!!
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Even though we don't live in Oregon ... who knows how this small thing might help the Nation's future?
Best wishes for continued success!!!
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I sent in my support and hope Chris does well! We need good people in office!
Kip
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