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The World is watching … As Freedom marches ramp up and the violence against protesters breaks out again … people have had enough
Remember … there is always strength in numbers
I think we all take our freedoms for granted here in the US of A though lately the Republican Party is beginning to make me feel a little less free every day. I watched as freedom fighters in Egypt Libya and others in the region did whatever they had to before going out to march against tyranny , but the idea that there are people being killed by their own government for wanting to be free, heard, wanting to be participants in their own futures is not new but it is disturbing. There were mothers with children, older men and women and college students coming out in droves to let the current dictators know it’s time for a change and given what these dictators will lose they have chosen to “crackdown” on the protesters which we all know is pure bs and a lack of respect for life.
Months ago, we saw some of the people of Iran try to rise up and claim a voice of independence. Unfortunately, what came out of that was the loss of freedom fighters with Neda becoming their symbol of strength. However, in the end after a few days those freedom fighters had to retreat which had to be the only way to save lives. It was a rude awakening at how a dictator only respects his position and is still willing to sacrifice the many for his title, power, and money. Then we heard of an uprising in Tunisia Egypt and many others in possible transition with talk of more and more people willing to risk their lives to gain their freedom. It was definitely clear that a movement against the Ancient practice of dictatorship by freedom fighters for a move into the 21st Century was breaking out all over. The voice and votes of millions have gone uncounted and or compromised for decades. The demand to be heard great but to get the change they need and want … means that the fear of authority was, is, cannot be an option… and the possibility of death likely.
The quick response from dictators was surprising, disturbing, and totally unacceptable. I have to say it was strange to see how fast they were able to cut off most if not all connections to the outside world, stating the US meddled in the process to divert responsibility while using extreme force on their own people. In the case of Libya, we heard their government make threats of slaughtering all who will not stand down and going house to house, which was after reports of thousands already killed by Gadhafi forces. The demand to move into the 21st Century continues to be met with bullets bombs and death. It has to make you wonder if the money the militia gets is worth killing their own people, don’t they want personal freedom , do they dare dream or wonder what living in a more modern society would be like. I guess being an American, the thought of remaining silent under force let alone 40years of dictatorship is just not an option. These men of so-called power showed the World how horrible they were and as days and weeks went by their own military forces began to crumble. It was enlightening to see just how nefarious these dictators were and still are. I have to say it was stunning to hear that under pressure a dictator was willing to kill Military forces who wanted out and or refused to kill civilians. It was equally stunning that some managed to flee the region and others definitely in elite positions asked for refuge while workers, outsourced from other countries became shields, trapped, or lacked funds to go home, as some countries did not help their people out others took that long walk across the border to temporary safety and freedom in refugee camps.
The journey toward freedom is sometimes paved with danger
pray for all those involved
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Taliban claims credit for hotel
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Burma warns Aung San Suu Kyi to halt
all political activities
Conservative blogger Breitbart sees
Sarah Palin jumping into White House race
CSPAN …
President Obama Holds News Conference
Will take questions on Afghanistan, Libya, deficit talks
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White House Releases National Counterterrorism Strategy
Deputy Nat’l Security Adviser John Brennan on U.S. plan to defeat al-Qaeda
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Senate Panel Looks at Supreme Court Rulings
Sen. Leahy said the Court sided with corporations
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Federal Reserve To Issue Final Rules on Debit Card Fees
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GAO Reports on Diplomatic Security
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for austerity plan
new polling … Jason Rosenbaum, DSCC Director of Online Communications
Hey, we’ve got some new polling that I wanted to show you:
Democrats are already competitive in two GOP-held seats, in UT and NV.
Democratic incumbents in OH and PA (Sherrod Brown and Bob Casey) look strong
GOP efforts to sabotage the economy for political gain are not paying off – yet. But Republicans are reading the same polls and writing big checks. Karl Rove’s group just made a $20 million ad buy in crucial swing states (including Nevada). We have no margin for error in 2012. If they flip just 4 Democratic seats, we lose the Senate.
Our FEC deadline 48 hours from now will help determine which states we can compete in, and which we must let go. We want to compete everywhere we’ve got a shot at victory. Your gift now can help make that happen. If we fall short, we’ll leave states on the table.
If everyone kicks in $5 we’ll have the $201,000 we need in the bank before midnight Thursday.
Thanks,
It’s on … says Robby Mook
News just broke that Crossroads, one of Karl Rove’s shadowy outside groups, is purchasing millions in advertising attacking President Obama this summer.
There’s no doubt: the fight for 2012 is on.
This all comes as we are within days of the critical midyear Federal Election Commission (FEC) fundraising reporting deadline. Republicans and Democrats are in a virtual dead heat for year-to-date totals, and if we are going to keep pace with this outside money we need to take a strong lead.
That means we need every committed Democrat to contribute something before June 30th. A gift of just $3 or more could go a long way to us having a strong showing. Will you join the fight today?
Contribute $3 or more before the mid-year FEC deadline on June 30th and House Democrats will triple match your gift.
In just four days, the amount of money we raise in the mid-year will be used by the media and talking heads as a measure of our chances of success in 2012.
House Democrats are so committed to June 30th — they are now matching every dollar you give with two of their own. That makes each gift worth triple the amount. It’s make or break time. Please give today before Thursday’s deadline.
Thanks,
Robby Mook
DCCC Executive Director
summer off …Jason Rosenbaum, DSCC Director of Online Communications
Just want to drop you a quick note from headquarters. Right now the DSCC’s a 24 hour a day, 7 day a week operation. It feels like Election Day is next week.
That’s because the work that it takes to win is being done now. In fact, our ability to beat the GOP will be determined by whether we have enough money today and through these summer months. And because 90% of our contributions come from grassroots donors, your willingness to give to emails like this one will have a direct effect on whether we hold the Senate.
Democrats are protecting Medicare, Planned Parenthood funding and keeping the GOP from sending the economy into an abyss. But you can forget all of it if we take the summer off. This is when we all need to be aggressive with our donations, because the Republicans are not slowing down.
Can you help us with $5? We only have 7 days to hit our goal.
Thanks,
Jason
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Jason Rosenbaum
DSCC Director of Online Communications


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