That's it - my husband might run for Congress

[adigal]

I was going to run against Sweeney in NY's 20th Congressional district, but I was told that they had a candidate who was very viable. Fine. But when I wrote to her, and asked her how she would deal with real issues that affect real people, she never even bothered to answer me back.

So...since my husband is much more personable than I, and much more "sellable" than I, and his history is pretty impressive, I am going to support his run for Congress. Maybe not in '06; but definitely by '08. Impressions, please??

Specs: 45 years old, ex-NYC policeman for 3 years, went into business, NYC fireman for 10 years, disabled by 9/11 clean-up. Was a republican for 20 years, changed parties last year. Had not paid attention until Bush stole his country. Is a very laid back, easy going, pacifist, wants to take care of everyone.

Ideas?

[msongs]

1. why wait? do it this year!!! competition is great and will push the

"...candidate who was very viable." to the limit to define his/her values as a democrat.

competition is the american way, plus it gives your guy a head start for another run in a few years.

You can also mention your viable candidate's lack of response to your inquiry.

msongs
www.msongs.com/dean2008.htm

[adigal]

3. We haven't raised any money yet

although we know a LOT of people who would contribute for him. Hmmm.....

[msongs]

6. there is an angle for you! the people's candidate w/out cash to

compare with the big money bags people.

Msongs
www.msongs.com/dean2008.htm

[FreedomAngel82]

15. Use the internet

Set up a website to get money where people can send you checks and things like that (I wouldn't trust the mail to take cash through but would do checks and money order) and you can get money that way. Try to get the attention of Dean and the DNC and see if they can help you or other democratic groups like PDA or the group Dean's brother runs.

[MercutioATC]

2. Sounds like a viable candidate. It won't be easy, though...or fair.

Prepare to have every closet opened...every stone turned. Prepare to have questions where the answers are none of anybody's damn business.

I'm not trying to discourage either you or your husband. Just be aware of the climate inpolitics right now. It's a tough gig.

[adigal]

4. We have a skeleton or two

but so did Clinton (nothing like Clinton,) and he brazened them out. We could survive. John Sweeney, the republican opponent, has had a number of DWIs which he had buried, from what I understand. Plus, we have very photogenic kids, good students, nice normal, good citizens who are all concerned about the direction of our country. I am not afraid. My husband is not afraid. I fear them taking over more than anything they can do to us.

[quaoar]

5. I understand your hesitation

I have considered running in the 6th District in Alabama against Spencer Bachus -- he's the guy who called Bill Maher a traitor. But there's that money thing. And running for office isn't exactly compatible with my job -- journalist.

I'm just hoping some other Democrat makes the race. Bachus has run unopposed for too long.

[adigal]

7. But if not us - Who???

[quaoar]

9. That's why

I have even considered it -- because no one else was doing it.

[MercutioATC]

8. Then I wish you both the best of luck.

You seem to have your head on straight. If he does decide to run, I'd love to get a link to his campaign site. "Local" politics aren't local any more...I've supported a few candidates that I didn't have the opportunity to vote for. A lot of people here have done the same.

:)

[adigal]

12. Thanks - we'll keep you posted n/t

[MercutioATC]

13. Seriously. Do that.

I'd like to keep track of this.

:)

[f-bush]

20. follow up-

Even though I didn't win, ikt was one of the greatest experiences of my life. We did get my opponent to quit voting for funding for the School of the America's (SOA) which is why we started the campaign in the first palce. Please get a hold of me at [e-mail]-Peace-Mike Colier

[GrumpyGreg]

10. Tell him to go for it,and good luck.

[mitchtv]

11. Sounds good, remember Paul Hackett

Run.. if not congress, something; assembly, town council, state senate, pick out the weakest and run him down

[stillcool]

14. Throw that hat over the fence....

and don't look back!!

[spooky3]

16. Thank you for serving the public--hope you can raise a lot of $

honestly and GO FOR IT!

[catmother]

17. i say go for it. where is ny 20th district? i'm a former new yorker.

sounds like the kind of person i would want to represent me.

[wiley]

18. Delaware County, counties surrounding but not

Albany, some of Duchess County, Saratoga, Greene, Rensselaer, Warren, Essex. It borders Vermont, New York and Massachusetts.

[f-bush]

19. I ran in 1990 from the left

In 1990 I ran in the Dem. Primary against a conservative Democratic entrenched opponent. I spent 58000 he spent 750000 I got 40% of the vote as an unknow on the first try.

Please contact me on [e-mail] I would love to discuss this with you further-All the Best-Mike Collier

[Catchawave]

21. When's the deadline to file for candidacy ?

I say go for it, if not for the win this time, but getting the message out !

My guy (see my sig line) is going for it ... again! He was defeated in '04 by Delay/Abramoff money, hopefully, we'll turn it around this time.

I know DU will help you too :hug:

[mitchtv]

22. interesting story in Yahoo (NY politics)

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060113/ap_on_el_gu/new_york_governor;_ylt=AvMN7NBvB42jmBpLDeQaCoWyFz4D;_ylu=X3oDMTA5aHJvMDdwBHNlYwN5bmNhdA--