I live in a Red State and need a Democratic Congressman/woman to adopt me?

[gordianot]

They always say talk to your Congressman. Not a choice for me either on State or Federal level. All are Republican slugs.

Maybe some nice Democrat Congressmen would like to adopt me and others like me? I would give money.

I have no faith in the Missouri Democratic Party.

Come on any takers out there? You could call this a Democratic orphan outreach program. I'm sure there are others who feel the same way.

[Skittles]

1. I feel the same way

Susan in Texas

[gordianot]

2. I tell you we are orphans.

[Kathy in Cambridge]

3. I feel bad for you guys. It must suck to be a progressive

stuck in Jesusland.

[gordianot]

5. I have it on fairly good authority Jesus is a liberal.

The problem is the Pharisee have taken over his good name.

Let's face it Jesus had some problems with the local authorities and they made him pay.

[Wind Dancer]

8. Yes, these fundies are not Christians.

Great article you might enjoy -

Published on Monday, October 25, 2004 by CommonDreams.org
No Longer a Christian
by Karen Horst Cobb

I was told in Sunday school the word "Christian" means to be Christ-like, but the message I hear daily on the airwaves from the “christian ” media are words of war, violence, and aggression. Throughout this article I will spell christian with a small c rather than a capital, since the term (as I usually hear it thrown about) does not refer to the teachings of the one I know as the Christ. I hear church goers call in to radio programs and explain that it was a mistake not to kill every living thing in Fallujah. They quote chapter and verse from the old testament about smiting the enemies of Israel. The fear of fighting the terrorists on our soil rather than across the globe causes the voices to be raised as they justify the latest prison scandal or other accounts of the horrors of war . The words they speak are words of destruction, aggression, dominance, revenge, fear and arrogance. The host and the callers echo the belief in the righteousness of our nation's killing. There are reminders to pray for our “christian” president who is doing the work of the Lord: Right to Life, Second Amendmendment, sanctity of marriage, welfare reform, war, kill, evil liberals. . . so much to fight, so much to destroy.

Let me tell you about the Christ I know. He was conceived by an unmarried woman. He was not born into a family of privilege. He was a radical. He said, “It was said an eye for and eye and a tooth of a tooth, but now I say love your enemies and bless those who curse you.” He said, “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God.” (Mattew 5: 3-9) He said, “All those who are called by my name will enter the kingdom of heaven." He said, "People will know true believers if they have the fruit of the spirit--love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, self control.“

He knew he would be led like a sheep to the slaughter. He responded with “Father forgive them.“ He explained that in Christ there is neither Jew nor gentile, slave or free male nor female. He explained that even to be angry is akin to murder. He said the temple of God is not a building, but is in the hearts of those are called by his name. He was called "the Prince of Peace." His final days were spent in prayer, so that he could endure what was set before him, not on how he could overpower the evil government of that day. When they came for him he was led away and didn’t resist his death sentence.

-more-

http://www.commondreams.org/views04/1025-25.htm

[nookiemonster]

4. Screw Blunt!!

His little Naval experience was pure politics, like most officers are (not by their choosing, of course).

The guy can't even pronounce the name of my state right.

Missour-ee not Missouruh you douchebag.

[gordianot]

9. I wonder what he is going to do come budget time?

On top of that his revenue flow is now really screwed up.

On the bright side Robin Carnahan will guarantee honest elections. Playing with votes just got much more difficult.

[ogsball]

28. I noticed that the pronounciation was divided along

political lines. Most Repubs say Missouruh and Dems say Missour-ee.

[gordianot]

36. It was not originally that way.

I am of German/Scottish descent. Out State Missouri (Not Kansas City and St. Louis) pronounced Missourah they were at one time Democrats. The city folk pronounced this Missouri (Missouree).

Among the German population (Missouri River Valley) there is a division between those who were Catholic and Protestant (Evangelical, Luthern, Methodist). If you were from rural areas you were most likely a Democrat and a city dweller you were a Republican whatever flavor your German descent. The Civil War was not kind to Missouri and this was an artifact of that sad chapter. Many of the original Scotch Irish headed for rural Missouri. Native Americans were either killed off, assimilated (I have a touch of that heritage), or kicked out.

Guess what as I see it this (and most others) this has flipped. Out State rural Missouri is largely Republican. Now the cities (excluding many Kool Aid drinkers in Springfield Ashcroft/Blunt pukes) are Democrat. Jim Crow (who I have met and lived with personally) ran the African American population to St. Louis and Kansas City (except for some small enclaves). As a child I could never figure Mr. Crow out, the African Americans they grew up with were spoken of and to with respect (even though they never did get to go to high school until the 1950's). Deal with African Americans as a racial group look out Jim is a mean nasty bigot. (Read about the St. Louis race riots of the 1920's)

So here I am a stranger in a strange land. With all its faults I love Missouri, but I am lost. I have rural roots. Politically I am aligned with the Democratic and largely African American population of the cities. I see uncle Jim Crow from time to time but cannot stand him. I have caught myself saying Missouree.

[StrongbadTehAwesome]

63. yeah, I used that fact to tease my freeper future sis-in-law

she's as much of a pronunciation/grammar Nazi as I am. When I brought it up, her only response was to squirm uncomfortably and then try to say that McCaskill says "Missour-uh" also.

EDIT: aparentlee i cant spel tooday... :)

[MuseRider]

6. Hi neighbor!

Same here in Kansas. I find when I really get frustrated and need to write I send e mail to other states congress people. I hardly ever hear back but that is OK, I do not expect to. Not hearing back from a Democrat is far preferable to any of the responses I have ever gotten from Brownback, Ryan or Roberts. I don't do it often since they have so much else to do but once in a while, mostly when they have done something outstanding I will.

[gordianot]

13. We need help.

Someone who will take up our cause. We the disenfranchised.

I really think it is the best way to fight back.

Enough of us could make a financial difference for a beleaguered Representative or Senator

[MuseRider]

15. It is a mess.

We tried here, so did you. I am still reeling and don't know what to think or do. I will be putting some thoughts together soon I hope. I think I need to read a bit and try to figure this one out.

[gordianot]

21. I was ready to quit and give up.

This one just hit me, we are political orphans. We need to ask for help. Really connect with legislators. I am sure there are a lot more out there who feel the same as we do. I too am reeling and sickened by this mess.

I am moving my allegiance to those who I feel I can trust. I have no Representation in my State.

I will not recognize Bush.

[MuseRider]

23. I wonder about

Dennis Kucinich?

[gordianot]

24. From the Democratic wing of the Democratic Party.

I fear there is little hope here for anyone. We have to do something. I also realize that many of the people here probably take this a little too seriously. I am hearing opinions of many people other than people on DU that would shock the Republicans if they were to hear them. Bush and the Republicans have won nothing, there is rank hatred out there. The divisions are too deep and his press conference divided us more. Bush is clueless.

Thanks I will keep him in mind and will contact him. I will also follow up with this idea and see where it goes.

[Bluebear]

7. I would try Eleanor Holmes Norton

She is familiar with representing people who have no voice as D.C. is denied statehood by the Republicans. Maybe she could serve as an at-large beacon for Democrats-in-'exile'.

[gordianot]

10. Great idea.

We need to kick this. I am very serious. The disenfranchised need somewhere to go. Like I said I will donate money.

We also need someone in the Senate.

[Bluebear]

12. I am serious too, and your plight might help DC

The media loves stuff like this. A coalition of Democrats-in-exile with D.C. residents.

[gordianot]

14. Yes let's kick this

It is a way to fight back. Tell your friends get this rolling.

Let the Democrats know how we feel. I like your Democrats in exile.

[MnFats]

11. here's a couple you might not hear of...

Rep. Betty McCollum, D-North St. Paul, Mn.
or
Rep. David Obey, D-(NOrthern Wisconsin, I forget what city)


McCollom just won her second term by a very comfortable margin against a truly hack Republican...she's ready to assert herself as a progressive....

Obey has been in Congress for a long time...I used to be a constituent, many years ago....he is very strong on labor and environmental issues.

look 'em up, check 'em out.

[gordianot]

16. I think there are getting some great ideas here.

We need help and I think this may be an answer to our plight. Pass it on.

Thank you,

[elehhhhna]

17. I'm adopting Obama because I'm originally from Chgo...

and my leige is Tom De...De...I can't say it! It sounds too FRENCH!

[gordianot]

18. I thought about Obama.

He is down on the red and blue state idea, maybe would help us orphans out. I really like his message. This is a reality for us stuck in Red States. Pass this idea on I think it can grow. Who knows where. I am getting ready to solicit help on line and have asked DU to gives us some help.

Thanks for the idea.

[mermaid]

39. Good Idea!

I'm keeping my Representative, Lloyd Doggett, because he is a good Democrat that I worked my ass off to help win...and the fact that he DID win was Tuesday's only bright spot for me.
But, being as I, too, am originally from Chicago, I want to adopt Barack.

[Pepperbelly]

19. We got a GREAT one in Central Arkansas ...

Vic Snyder.

Former marine, doctor, lawyer, married to a Methodist minister, progressive and never raising a penny for his campaigns until April of the election year. This year, his major ad had him mowing his yard.

A friend of mine who is very disturbed had difficulty getting SS disability. He does not live in Vic's district but he called Vic's office and within 2 weeks, SS notified him that all had been taken care of and he would receive back pay.

Vic is good on all the issues and is squeaky clean.

http://www.vote-smart.org/bio.php?can_id=BC033454

http://www.vote-smart.org/issue_rating_category.php?can_id=BC033454

[gordianot]

20. I appreciate your help.

I hope we get some attention here. Pass this idea on.

Remember it starts here. This is a way to fight back that might make a difference.

[Pepperbelly]

22. check out the links I added to Vic ... he rocks. nt

[GregD]

25. Cynthia McKinney

just got her seat back in GA

[gordianot]

26. Thanks, I will put her on my list to contact.

I also intend to follow up with this post.

[LizW]

27. I recommend Artur Davis of the Alabama 7th

I consider him my adopted Congressman.

[gordianot]

32. Thanks he also goes on my list.

[ogsball]

29. Blunt & Bond were almost worthless

for our international adoptions while Tom Dashle's office made a significant difference. Sad isn't it.

[gordianot]

33. Terrible

Remember the video on the plane where Christopher was looped bad mouthing the stewardess. I saw someone on this board who voted for him because they thought he seemed stronger than Nancy Farmer. Abusing women who are working for a living are the actions of a strong man.

The elder Blunt is a Repuke of the first magnitude.

This last election has turned me into a blatant partisan.

[fabius]

30. May I offer David Wu from District 1 Oregon

David's a great guy and always writes back to uw. Always.

We can forward your letters with ours if he won't write you directly.

My wife has a lot of family buried in Missouri and some still living in Tulsa. We should do a "sister city" in the Red States program to help get Democrats organized all over! We'd be willing to visit and help in your next election.

[gordianot]

34. He will also go on my list to contact.

Thanks,

[Erika]

31. Charlie Rangel Is Great

Being from Idaho, its reps aren't willing to listen to you unless you've donated 10% to the Mormons and another 10% to the Republicans. Of course, they are the same.

[gordianot]

35. I've really admired Charlie for a long time.

Maybe he will be willing to join in the Adopt a Red State Democrat program.

Thanks,

[BiggJawn]

37. Orphaned in Indiana.

Steve Buyer and some ReTHUG (I don't know who, he wasn't opposed, so I didn't vote for a rep in my district)

We're all alone here, and all these "Fuck the Red Staters" threads started by people with names I don't know in the past week have done nothing but re-enforce these feelings of isolation.

[gordianot]

38. Keep in touch.

I am serious about this and intend to mail every Democratic Representative and Senator endorsed on this tread for help.

We need to start a movement, and I want to divorce the Republicans who represent me. I suspect many others feel the same way.

This is a way to fight back.

[mermaid]

41. Then May I Nominate Lloyd Doggett, from Texas (D-25th District?)

n/t

[gordianot]

44. Thanks on my list.

[mermaid]

40. well, I am in a Red State, and I too say "Fuck The Red-Staters"

We need to just move out, en-masse, to blue states, divide the country, let them have their piece, and live contentedly in ours.
Screw it, I give up. The fucktards that make up most of Red-State population do not DESERVE the likes of us enlightened, educated, caring people. Let 'em kill each other off.

We leave. Fuck it.

[BiggJawn]

42. Whatever.

:-(

[gordianot]

43. Mermaid I'm sorry to hear you feel that way but I understand.

I talked to some friends today you think you are upset? I consider myself radical and had always thought these friends were much much more moderate.

Hope it works out I wish you the best.

[mermaid]

48. Well, I Don't Want To Be Misunderstood...

Not really "Fuck the red-staters" but more "Fuck the red VOTERS!!"

Is that better?

gods, the lack of intelligence on thier part is ab-so-fucking-lutely breathtaking!!

How could ANYONE vote for economic serfdom, and against their own best interests...all in the name of shit that DOESN'T REALLY MATTER...like Abortion, "god" "I Hate Gays" and guns?

WTF??

NO ONE is gonna take your guns away, America...wake the fuck up!!
NO ONE wants to stop you from worhipping your god, whoever he may be...IN YOUR OWN HOUSE OF WORSHIP...we only want to stop you from forcing YOUR god on US!!
NO ONE wants you to be gay, or like gays or approve of what gays do...but, really, how the FUCK does it hurt you, what they do? Why the FUCK can't you just leave them alone? so it's not your cup of tea?? fine! Have some fuckin' coffee! And let them drink their tea. Quit trying to force them to drink coffee, they are not trying to force YOU to drink their tea!
NO ONE advocates abortions. It's a hard, horrible choice, and my heart goes out to any woman who is forced into making that painful choice. But, until there are enough funds to care for these children...enough potential adoptive parents for ALL of them...and until you crack the fuck down on deadbeat dads...until you take away the economic conditions that force a woman to that awful choice, abortions will happen, legal or not. They did before, and they will again. Only difference is, if they are not legal, then many women will die horrible deaths at the hands of quack "doctors" with unsterile equipment and dirty hands. what if she was someone YOU loved? Wouldn't you want her to have the best medical treatment available?
It is a hard enough thing to have to do in the first place, the least we can do is make it safe and legal for her to do if she is left with no other choice!
Y'all red voter stupid fucks scream about the sanctity of life...yeah, until it costs YOU something!! You';re all in favor of life in the womb, but give a giant middle finger to that same life, once it is OUT of the womb!! you cut needy children from Medicaid and Head Start programs...you cut funding for education and school lunches...and you give big tax breaks to huge corporate polluters who will cause or children to grow up unhealthy, many with fucking asthma...all in the name of the God-Almighty Fucking Buck!

You know what??

No, it isn't fuck the Red-Staters...it is FUCK THE RED VOTERS!!!
(end of rant)

[gordianot]

49. Ranting is healthy. I agree 100% on all your points.

When I find someone to adopt me I intend to give them an earful

When all is said and done you find good people on DU.

I have also decided to take this argument to the next world. When I go to the next world I will refuse to go where the Republicans go. With the way luck (current streak) would have it I will probably join them in hell.

Hang in there. There are lot of people who care. That's probably our problem we care too much.

(end of rant)

[NuttyFluffers]

45. if the Black Caucas adopted Randi, they can adopt you.

so far i think they are the most impressive and admirable democratic representatives in the House at the moment. listening to them speak makes me feel sane and proud to be an american. go ask Maxine Waters to adopt you.

remember -- you are not alone. 1/2 of america and the rest of the world is with you. @ 5.95 billion people on your side is good odds in my book.

[gordianot]

47. That's among the best advice I have heard so far.

I am not black but my views coincide to the views of the black caucus probably more than any other group of Democrats. I am compiling a list and I will get in touch with Maxine Waters and the black caucus.

I have plans to set up a web site for myself and other Democratic orphans. This has the potential to turn into a full time hobby. It is my way of fighting back for the disenfranchised.

Thank you for the contact and input.

[harpo]

46. I have ONE in Texas...barely

[gordianot]

56. Join us we need as many as we can get.

I promise to keep in touch when I know more.

[Virginian]

50. We can do that?

We are lucky to have a Dem Governor, otherwise, on the federal level, the state is red. This region of the state is blue, some neighborhoods are bluer than others. We are step-children in our own homes.
I can't write my congressman. He's red and won't support anything in my best interest. I can't write my Senators, they both love this war and are following the White House on everything. Warner may speak his mind someday, but Allen is just a neo-con "Yes Man" who bobbles his head at anything the neo-cons tell him to think.
I vote. I want someone who represents ME and MY moral values.

[gordianot]

54. Why not?

We are still a semi-free country. I think we need to advertise our plight. This is probably going to be to some degree symbolic. The representation we have in my red State does not represent my interests. There is so much division neither party wants to cooperate. I am gathering interested parties and am contacting representatives. I look on this as a way of fighting back, making a statement. Keep in touch I am answering each post and will also start some new threads. People on DU keep saying do something. This is a way to do something and make a statement.

I intend to fight back this is a way to be heard on a collective basis.

I am tired of being looked down on because voters in my State have poor judgment. Bush is dominating the Republican Party they no longer represent the people and are bound by rhetoric and sound bites. I feel that there are some Democrats in the same mold. We need a voice. This is my way of trying to find one. I will post more threads when I get a response.

Many so far are wanting to talk to the Black Caucus. They seem to be more responsive and are less afraid of the criminal in the White House. The silence from the Democratic party is infuriating.

I will keep in touch when I know more.

[Moonbeam_Starlight]

51. I've been calling on this board

for a Red State to Blue State Liberal Family Relocation Program since Wednesday.

I think everyone thinks I'm kidding, but I'm not.

Another political orphan here, not a single Dem represents me in any way, shape or manner.

My senators are John Cornyn and Kay Bailey Hutchinson, disgusting pieces of filth. Cornyn co sponsored the FMA.

I need representation.

[gordianot]

59. This may be another way to make a statement.

My roots are too deep here in my red State Missouri. I will keep everyone on this board posted with what I find out. Will try to get you some help. I am going to check with DU to see if we can post responses from various Representatives.

[Patiod]

52. Hello! I'm in blue state Pennsylvania w/2 republican Senators

I need to be adopted, too!

[gordianot]

57. Sounds great get on board.

Wonder if Specter might want to become a Democrat?

I would almost forgive him for Thomas.

I will keep in touch.

[eridani]

53. Sounds like a project for the Progressive Caucus

I have advocated that they act more as a unit, and that their supportive constituents should work together more as well. Maybe they could adopt some of the 'orphans.'

[gordianot]

55. Tell me more. I am not familiar with this.

[eridani]

60. To get you started--

http://www.commondreams.org/news2001/0215-06.htm

List of members and their websites--http://www.commondreams.org/news2001/0215-06.htm

I have urged Congressman Kucinich to update their website, and to get some kind of communication going between their supportive constituents as well.

[gordianot]

61. Thank you I am getting my letters together

[FeelinGarfunkelly]

58. I feel your pain, fellow Missourian.

I love this state so much and hate to see it turn red over and over again. I'm also tired of depending on StL and KC to be the only blue oases. The Missouri Democratic Party leadership is so St. Louis-centered it makes me sick. They ignore the real dems in outstate MO, and we're the ones who do soo much work for them.

There's a reason that Rethugs haven't controlled both exec. and leg. branch here since the 1920s. They're going to suck it big time, and I don't think that even Roy can bail out Matty boy now. If the MODems start acting like the party of the people again there may be hope yet.

[gordianot]

62. I am very frustrated by Missouri Democrats.

I walked into the Headquarters in Jefferson City and had $200.00 in my pocket for yard signs. At least 4 people stood around shooting the breeze. After I stood there for at least 7 minutes someone asked if they could help me. You want stickers they are over there. I should have walked out knowing everyones name. They did not even take my name.

Roger Wilson is OK, but the Democratic Organization is lame. I did this work in the early 70's. We greeted everyone who came through the door shook hands and had a conversation. It was unthinkable someone in the Democratic headquarters was not greeted.

My $200.00 stayed in my pocket.

The Missouri budget is screwed. We might have slightly better roads everyone else is going to suffer. I saw a county map of the US in blue and red. Even though it was close there was a sea of red even in blue states. St. Louis is about all that turned blue. We are in a sea of red Rethugs.

If it is OK I am sending some personal messages later on my adoption idea. This may be Monday.

The only bright spot was Robin Carnahan this has really anger the Rethugs. Can you imagine Hannaway as Secretary of State?

[StrongbadTehAwesome]

64. where in MO are you?

we do have Dem representatives here in St. Louis (most notably Clay, who was re-elected with margins similar to Obama's over Keyes). I'm sure they'd be more than happy to adopt you.

We need to fight for the SWING (not red) state of Missouri, and not just give it up as lost. I know it seems bleak since the Rethugs practically swept the elections, but they did so with pretty thin margins. We're not Alabama yet.

Just the personal opinion of one who's convinced that if the Kerry campaign had put some effort into MO and not given up as lost (not much, just the money they spent on ads in Virginia and N. Carolina in the last week of the campaign), he could likely have won the state and/or helped McCaskill win.