Wes Clark in Upstate NY Sunday for Gillibrand and Massa

[Tom Rinaldo]

Just a heads up for any DUers who live close enough to attend one of these events. This info is taken from Clark's web site, under upcoming events: http://securingamerica.com/

Help turn these Red Congressional Districts Blue!


Nov 5 2006 - 8:45am
8:45AM Diamond Diner with Kirsten Gillibrand
700 Block of Warren Street
Hudson, NY

Nov 5 2006 - 9:15am
9:15AM Plaza Diner with Kirsten Gillibrand
300 Fairview Avenue
Hudson, NY

Nov 5 2006 - 5:00pm
5:00PM Join General Clark and Eric Massa for a GOTV Rally
Hornell City Democratic Headquarters
136 Main Street
Hornell, NY

[OKNancy]

1. Edit: Go Massa

I remember him vividly in the Clark 2004 campaign. He seems like such a great guy.
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Eric Massa is leading incumbent Rep. Randy Kuhl by a margin of 12 percentage points in a new poll conducted by the independent organization Majority Watch. The poll shows Massa ahead in the race with 52% of likely voters preferring him compared to only 40% selecting Kuhl.

Among voters in the northern half of the district, the Rochester suburbs and parts of Ontario County, Massa leads by 26%. In the traditionally Republican Southern Tier, Kuhl still maintains his advantage, but only by a single point. These findings show strong improvement for Massa who was in a statistical tie with Kuhl according to internal polling conducted in late September. In the intervening weeks, both candidates have dramatically increased their media presence on both radio and television and have participated in a series of five public debates.

"We knew from earlier polling that name recognition was our biggest challenge," said Massa's Campaign Manager, Mike Nolan. Previous data had indicated that voters familiar with both Massa and Kuhl preferred the challenger by a margin of 2 to 1. "The voters are tired of Randy Kuhl," continued Nolan. "Once they get a chance to hear from Eric Massa they overwhelmingly support him."

http://www.americanchronicle.com/articles/viewArticle.asp?articleID=15681

[Donna Zen]

12. Massa is a really great guy!

He has worked his tail off, and knows the meaning of the word "serve." It is cool (not kuhl) that he and the General will be together on one of the final days of this campaign. When he called Wes to talk about this idea of running for the congress, Wes said that he suggested that Eric talk to Gert. A campaign isn't easy on the family. Eric's put it on the line.

Go Massa. The NY 29th won't get a chance to elect anyone better.

[BootinUp]

2. Hey Cooley! Where ya at?

[Cooley Hurd]

5. Saratoga Co... Sure, I'm late to this thread...

;) :hi:

[Cooley Hurd]

3. That's GREAT news! The General and Kirsten!!! K&R!

:kick:

[Jai4WKC08]

4. Maybe in Syracuse for Dan Maffei too

It's not posted to the WesPAC website yet, but I saw this at
http://thewalshwatch.blogspot.com/2006/11/wes-clark-to-campaign-for-dan.html

What: Get Out The Vote Rally at Dan Maffei for Congress Headquarters With General Wesley Clark
Where: 305 S. Main Street, North Syracuse , NY
When: Sunday, November 5, 2006Time: 1 - 2 p.m.

[Crunchy Frog]

11. My mother has an email from the Maffei campaign that says

"General Wesley Clark to Lead Rally at Maffei HQ", so it looks like it's on. I wasn't able to get off of work for the Massa event, but should be able to make the Syracuse one.:bounce:

[Nite Owl]

6. Great news

I'm so glad Wes is coming out for Kirsten. Weeney Sweeney has done nothing for the vets and she will make sure to vote for what they need and deserve.

[Jai4WKC08]

7. Clark was in KY and OH today

Four stops total, I think. One was for Dr Victoria Wulsin, who running against that witch Schmidt.

[Tom Rinaldo]

8. These small to medium size events are crucial for our candidates

Clark knows there won't be huge crowds at a Hudson New York Diner on short notice, but he knows that if he shows up in a Congressional District then the local media will show up to cover HIM showing up. And that generates positive free local press for our Democrats.

When I went up to New Hampshire to see Clark, I saw him speak at a small restaurant one afternoon. I'll just say this. If anyone who hasn't seen Wes in person lives within a couple of hours of these events, I urge you to consider going. If you have a question for Clark there's a good chance you'll get the chance to ask him yourself directly, and he always gives a thorough answer.

[Donna Zen]

16. NH & Carol Shea-Porter

Wes also left her with a radio spot that she's using in the district. Carol never had the big bucks so radio has played an important role in her campaign. NH likes its politics retail, and Wes likes NH politics.

BTW, although I'm sure it's been posted here, the polls show Carol within striking distance.

[CarolNYC]

9. I understand he'll be with Eric in Rochester also...

ERIC MASSA & GEN. WESLEY CLARK
IN HORNELL & ROCHESTER

Congressional Candidate and retired Navy Commander Eric Massa will be joined on Sunday by General Wesley Clark for two events in the 29th Congressional District.
Eric Massa and Gen. Clark will hold a rally at the Hornell City Democratic Headquarters at 5:00 PM before heading up to Rochester for a 7:30 PM press avail with local veterans at the Patchen Briggs VFW Post.

Massa and Clark will address the following topics:
* The war in Iraq - October the deadliest month this year.
* Call for Rumsfeld's dismissal or resignation
* How Democrats can change the course in Iraq
* The future of the all-volunteer military

Eric Massa served as a military aide to Clark during the conflict in Bosnia when the General was Supreme Allied Commander of NATO Forces, Europe.

- ROCHESTER -
What: Press Avail: Eric Massa & Wesley Clark
(with local veteran supporters)
Where: Patchen Briggs VFW Post
54 S. Union St, Rochester, NY ( MAP)
Parking in rear, accessible via one-way Chapman Alley, off Alexander St
When: 7:30 PM - Sunday, November 5

[Tom Rinaldo]

10. The three events I listed

are the only ones currently listed at Clark's web site, but I know that they are constantly juggling his schedule to fit things in and get him to where he can be most useful.

[CarolNYC]

13. Well, I just got this email regarding the press conference from WesPAC..

Press Conference with General Clark and Eric Massa in Rochester

When:
Sunday, November 5th
7:30 PM

Where:
Patchen Briggs VFW Post
54 South Union St.
Rochester, NY

It listed the other events too...

[Tom Rinaldo]

14. NEW SCHEDULE Note change!

General Clark's event with Gillibrand in now in Catskill New York (5 mins away from Hudson).
This is the final schedule emailed out by WesPAC:

Rally for Kirsten Gillibrand with General Clark
When:
Sunday, November 5th
9:00 AM
Where:
Campaign Headquarters
365 Main Street
Catskill, NY


Press Conference with General Clark and Dan Maffei in North Syracuse
When:
Sunday, November 5th
1:30 PM
Where:
Maffei for Congress Campaign Headquarters
305 South Main St.
North Syracuse, NY 13212

Rally with General Clark and Eric Massa in Hornell
When:
Sunday, November 5th
5:00 PM
Where:
Hornell City Democratic Headquarters
136 Main Street
Hornell, NY

Press Conference with General Clark and Eric Massa in Rochester
When:
Sunday, November 5th
7:30 PM
Where:
Patchen Briggs VFW Post
54 South Union St.
Rochester, NY

[Texas_Kat]

15. There are so many candidates who want Wes Clark to appear with them!

His schedule is often revised so that he can help as many as possible when he's in an area.

Bless him for trying to be everywhere!

[Oleladylib]

17. Go Massa, Go Davis n/t

[Eurobabe]

18. GO Eric!!! Kick the shit outta Kuhl!

[CarolNYC]

19. mini report from Catskill...

From someone traveling with Wes...

General Clark Dazzles Catskill

Greene, County, New York -- With Kirsten Gillibrand at his side, still beaming from the release from the Albany Times Union ensorsement this morning, General Clark kept a standing room only crowd cheering through a 20 minutes talk. He is here to endorse Kirsten in her bid to unseat embattled incumbent John Sweeney. Latest public polls have her narrowing leading Sweeney, who is pinned under a cloud of ethical scandal this week. General Clark called for DefSec Rumsfeld to do more than "submit" his resignation to the President, but rather "to just resign". Kirsten and her husband John "have sacrficed alot to make this run" the General said, "and I am grateful because we need you serving in office.". Stonebridge alum, Allison Price was managing the media and indicated that the event "was big for us".

Our good friend, Gordon Suber was there too! He appeared pleased with both the turnout and the speeches, but I'll let him tell the story.

http://securingamerica.com/ccn/node/9478

[CarolNYC]

20. Eric really is an amzing guy

If anyone hasn't read this great profile of Eric in CNN Money, you really should go and read it now: http://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/moneymag_archive/2006/11/01/8392432/index.htm?section=money_latest

It gives you an idea of just how much Eric and his family have sacrifced to make this run. He's a true public servant....and his family is wonderful too.

[xkenx]

21. What an amazing story!

Thanks for contributing this. I knew about Massa's story as aide to Wes Clark, but this item about his sacrifice to be able to serve his country is inspirational, and reminds me of Clark himself. And he did it on his own, except for Wespac's fund-raising efforts. I attended a Wespac convention on D.C. last November. Massa was there, as was Rahm Emmanuel. At the time, Massa had not raised much money, his chances were regarded as nil, so Rahm made it a point to let people know that the only money coming from DCCC would be for Dems who had a good chance. Massa is an inspirational speaker and passionate advocate for good causes in the mold of Clark, and he now appears to have the edge in polls. He will be a welcome addition to Congress and a welcome addition to the list of Clark '08 supporters.

[Jax]

22. "Because of Iraq" is very powerful

Thanks General. Keep us going!