Yogis for Ron Paul
No, this isn't just another Ron Paul diary.This is about a new movement, Yogis for Ron Paul.Don't think I'm serious?Well, I'm probably not.But read on . . .
View ArticleJeffCo Dems in Colorado Disenfranchise themselves!
Its true. I watched it happen. And in a way, made it happen. Well, not really.Okay bottom line is that today in Jefferson county in Colorado we had our county convention and assembly. And because there...
View ArticlePA-05: McCracken for Congress -- Progress Report -- 4/28/08
The last 4 months have been exciting and rewarding to travel around the 5th district campaigning. I've learned a lot about the district, the people and myself in the process. It all came to a climax...
View ArticlePA-05: McCracken for Congress -- Progress Report -- June 2nd, 2008
The upcoming week is going to be a busy week of listening and learning. I have 3 important meetings to attend that will give me the chance to discuss important issues in the north central region.On...
View ArticleCountry's Largest Municipal Bankruptcy
My county, Jefferson County,(Birmingham, Alabama) is in the midst of financial crisis due to sewer debt. The total amount of debt is estimated to be somewhere in the 4 to 5 billion range. We are on...
View ArticlePA-05: McCracken for Congress -- Weekly Update -- August 10, 2008
Drill Here, Drill Now -- But What Are The Oil Companies Planning?Nationally, Drill Here, Drill Now seems to be the only issue where Republicans are gaining any traction with voters during 2008. For...
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Birmingham Alabama - Obama wins my County
I'm drenched in tears as I write this diary. Tears of Joy.This is a story that shall not go ignored. Let me tell it. The city known to many as Bombingham during the Civil Rights area voted for a skinny...
View ArticleCandidates lining up in AL-07 to Replace Artur Davis
portions cross posted at Left in Alabama) and The Progressive Electorate.We knew once Artur Davis announced that he would be a candidate for Governor in 2010 it was simply a matter of time before a...
View ArticleAL -07 Greenways, Smart Urban Growth (Smoot for Congress)
Two weeks ago today we introduced ourselves and our candidate, Shelia Smoot, here in a diary called Running for Congress (AL07) Our First Daily Kos Diary.Part of the suggestions in the comments thread...
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Birmingham Alabama Goes Blue Imagine That - Nov 4, 2008
Flash back to Nov 4, 2008 when Barack Obama overwhelmingly wins the Presidential Election. While he does not win the "Red State" of Alabama he does carry Jefferson County (yes Birmingham Alabama) and...
View ArticleIndiana combined with Jefferson County, Kentucky
What would happen if Jefferson County was apart of Indiana instead of Kentucky?
View ArticleJefferson County AL - Destroying Full Faith and Credit of Government
I am a believer in government. It is important to have safe streets, a justice system and a democratically elected institution to insure the health and welfare of the population. These functions add...
View ArticleWashington State Election Results - GMO Labeling & Seattle Mayoral Campaign
With as many as 300,000 votes to be counted from metropolitan Martin Luther King County (including Seattle) the Washington State elections have fostered both celebration and disappointment in terms of...
View ArticleWalworth Country Sheriff's Office to get New BearCat Assault Vehicle
That's right: A Brand Spanking new one too...Must be a veritable hot bed of pumpkin festivals just ripe for terrorist attacks. (snarc)How about the stats? Population (2012) 102,851 Land Area: 555...
View ArticleRachel Zenzinger deserves to return to Colorado State Senate
I had the opportunity to talk with Colorado State Senator Rachel Zenzinger. A little on the background of Senate District 19. After some very partisan recall elections in Colorado, She stepped in for...
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Jefferson County, Colorado, School Board Wants to Eliminate AP History UPDATED
Standley Lake High School students take to the street with signs showing support for their teachers and a quality education. (Love the Jay-Z reference!) Last year, a slate of conservative candidates,...
View ArticleJeffCo School Followup
A quick post this morning to follow up on last Friday's diary about how the School Board in Jefferson County, Colorado wanted to eliminate Advanced Placement US History.All schools are open today....
View ArticleNew York Times USA Today proves Colorado / Jefferson County Student Protest...
In Colorado, the newly conservative Jefferson County School Board has made headlines because the board seeks to remove information about civil disobedience from the High School AP history class....
View ArticleHail to the teachers: A reflection on an underappreciated corps
My husband’s mother spent her career in the classroom. For more than four decades she was the lively presence at the front of the room, stewarding group after group of first graders through the...
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College Board Issues Statement Supporting Jefferson County School Board Protests
Student protests continue across Jefferson County, Colorado. In fact, now parents have joined in the protest. We're even making news across the pond.In the midst of board members appearing on both...
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