tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57033642011-06-08T14:33:22.996+08:00Howard Dean supporters living overseas - Stand up and be countedllamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comBlogger2081100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1073133483526016152004-01-03T20:38:00.000+08:002004-01-03T20:39:12.233+08:00

I recently came across this video clip from an Australian program that explores media bias, specifically Fox News, regarding casualties of the Iraq War. Some of the material is graphic and not recommended for young viewers.

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1073116245958494842004-01-03T15:50:00.000+08:002004-01-03T15:51:54.310+08:00

South Carolina's senior senator, although not endorsing Dean, had these enthusiastic words to say about Dean's stance on the Hussein capture at the recent Renaissance Weekend: "Howard Dean is right," declared the silver-haired Hollings, launching into a spirited defense of Dean's assertion that Americans are no safer now that Saddam Hussein has been captured. "Saddam wasn't causing anybody any

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1072868517676280282003-12-31T19:01:00.000+08:002003-12-31T19:03:03.890+08:00

I have been slightly hesitant to check the press for Dean news lately, for two main reasons: 1) this is the time when the frontrunner is hardest hit, and 2) Dean is said frontrunner. Fortunately for me, in my first tentative steps of connecting with the media again today, I found this encouraging article on Alternet: The Democratic candidates, the media and perhaps the Bush people seem to be

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1072857540893299892003-12-31T15:59:00.000+08:002003-12-31T16:00:06.216+08:00

Well, we're almost in the New Year. Both llamasonic and I have been out doing the whole holiday thing, so many apologies for not posting lately. I did want to wish everyone a wonderful close to your year, and don't forget to contribute to the 4th quarter bat on the Dean blog.

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1072172169551962412003-12-23T17:36:00.000+08:002003-12-23T17:37:07.496+08:00

In case you missed it, Dean wrote an excellent response to a Washington Post editorial in -- where else? -- the Washington Post: From its derisive treatment of allies to its rejection of important global agreements, this administration has favored a go-it-alone approach and a determination to use force as its weapon of first resort. Its approach has alienated friends and bolstered foes. Its

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1072026999616160702003-12-22T01:16:00.000+08:002003-12-22T01:18:58.983+08:00

With all the attention on Iraq over the past year, it's important not to forget all of the other failed foreign policies of the Bush administration. This is a fascinating article about the political history -- and current disastrous relationship -- between the U.S. and Korea. I was in Seoul when Koizumi's summit was announced, a day or two after John Bolton (the so-called 'Under-Secretary of

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1072008385753629062003-12-21T20:06:00.000+08:002003-12-21T20:07:22.140+08:00

The latest attack on Dean has focused on his so-called "controversial" statement that capturing Saddam did not make America safer. Here's an interesting reply from Liberal Oasis: The whole basis for opposing the war is the argument that Hussein did not pose an imminent threat to America. If that's your view, why would -- why should -- that change with Hussein's capture? Wouldn't Dean's

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071979137274450972003-12-21T11:58:00.000+08:002003-12-21T13:54:18.670+08:00

Americans overseas cannot hold their own house parties, but we have been invited to virtually attend a party in Arlington, VA, via webcast. Please consider donating to their site and tuning in on your home computer. On Dec 30, at 7:30PM, we'll gather at my pad in Arlington for a conference call with Governor Dean, and a celebration of 311 days to victory. The goal is to raise $5000 at our humble

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071972568174727732003-12-21T10:09:00.000+08:002003-12-21T10:10:24.076+08:00

The political climate is definitely changing. Just look at how much Dean's strategy has caught the attention of the Bush-Cheney machine. But with one critical difference: they still want to be top-down: Mr. Bush's team, taking full advantage of its control of the Republican Party apparatus, has a more audacious goal: creating a seamless national political machine that subsumes existing state and

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071930150147332882003-12-20T22:22:00.000+08:002003-12-20T22:23:25.373+08:00

This interview is a great display of the kind of candidate Dean is. I think these excerpts are the most telling: If the situation on the ground in Iraq stabilizes, isn't that bad news for your campaign? Of course not. That would be good news for the Iraqi people and for the world. If Iraq is stabilized and does not blow up into an actual threat to our national security--and our troops can come

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071756982004728292003-12-18T22:16:00.000+08:002003-12-18T22:17:15.390+08:00

In this Kurtz piece on Trippi and Enright's relationship with Dean, a reference is made to the many foreign press agents who are trying to understand the Dean phenomenon. What a shame that the campaign doesn't have more time for them. The cramped headquarters, with its coterie of dressed-down young staffers, feels like the sort of Internet start-up that Trippi once worked for in Silicon Valley.

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071728806988041372003-12-18T14:26:00.000+08:002003-12-18T14:27:39.840+08:00

I recently saw the film, Lost in Translation (2003) & cannot say enough good things about it. A must see for anyone who has spent time living overseas. Tagline: Everyone wants to be found. Plot Outline: Two Americans meet and spend a wonderful week in Tokyo.

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071646905900772142003-12-17T15:41:00.000+08:002003-12-17T15:42:37.763+08:00

I don't think we've taken the time to thank everyone who bothers to mention us when posting on the official Dean blog. It happens from time to time and always makes a positive difference in growing our community and helping people back home see that we are doing our part to take back America. Click here to read a great post that an expat in Germany left, which mentions this site and shows her

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071632958515455262003-12-17T11:49:00.000+08:002003-12-17T11:50:09.950+08:00

According to a post on our Switzerland forum, there is going to be a fundraiser for Dr. Dean in Geneva. I hope they get a good turnout! If anyone can attend, be sure to check back with us so we can hear how it went. If anyone else has Dean events happening in your area, feel free to let our community know about it. I expect we'll have more and more of these activities as we move closer to the

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071587294761513802003-12-16T23:08:00.000+08:002003-12-16T23:09:06.233+08:00

Amidst all the press about foreign websites encouraging donations to MoveOn.org, I wanted to make sure everyone saw this section of the CNS article which points out the excellent disclaimer that Dean04Worldwide has prominently displayed on the home page, a must-have for anyone running their own pro-Dean site: In a disclaimer, the Dean04Worldwide website says it is not authorized by or affiliated

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071535312031843192003-12-16T08:41:00.000+08:002003-12-16T08:42:42.436+08:00

Drudge Report has been kind enough to mention Dean2004 Worldwide and it's founder by name. "Dean04Worldwide.com is a noncommercial and volunteer website offered by Corinne Sinclair, a non-US citizen, based in London. Domain registration information indicates the website name servers are owned by PromoHosting.com, a website hosting service based in Portugal. Dean04Worldwide.com encourages

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071487478476125042003-12-15T19:24:00.000+08:002003-12-15T19:30:31.153+08:00

Check out this interactive electoral map & atlas. Just remember, all we need is to flip a few states -or in the case of Ohio just one. Considering how the state has voted in the past I have a good feeling we'll be sending ole Bush back to Texas this time next year.

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071478658129898002003-12-15T16:57:00.000+08:002003-12-15T16:58:28.483+08:00

I think the media is in love with Howard Dean. I do. In some cases it's clearly a love-hate emotion, but overall I get the strong sense that they still -- as ABC Note pointed out several months ago -- think he would be the most interesting candidate to cover for Election 2004. William Saletan is no exception, as I believe is clear from this latest article countering the negative spin: I haven't

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071417370377999852003-12-14T23:56:00.000+08:002003-12-14T23:57:00.060+08:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 14, 2003 Contact: Dean for America Press Office (802) 651-3257 Statement by Governor Dean on the Capture of Saddam Hussein WEST PALM BEACH - "This is a great day for the Iraqi people, the US, and the international community. "Our troops are to be congratulated on carrying out this mission with the skill and dedication we have come to know of them. "This

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071324539209244802003-12-13T22:08:00.000+08:002003-12-13T22:09:47.686+08:00

...Switzerland, Sweden, Japan, Malaysia, China... Wherever you are, if you're an expat and want to meet other Dean supporters, be sure to check out our Expats for Dean forums. A few Americans have taken the first step and left an introduction there, so now it's your turn. Let's come together and make a real difference in American politics.

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071320497077114092003-12-13T21:01:00.000+08:002003-12-13T21:02:25.593+08:00

This is a very interesting article for all you closet economists and third party enthusiasts out there: For all Dean's talk about wanting to represent the truly 'Democratic wing of the Democratic Party,' the paradox is that he is a third-party candidate using modern technology to achieve a takeover of the Democratic Party. Other candidates -- Joseph Lieberman , John Kerry, John Edwards -- are

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071238130457595962003-12-12T22:08:00.000+08:002003-12-12T22:13:19.686+08:00

It's been awhile since we've dealt with this subject, but tis the season to be getting registered for the primaries. Most states require registration during the same calendar year as the elections in which you will vote, so get ready for a big push from your local Democrats Abroad starting January 1st. If you have any questions about voting, be sure to check out the FAQ at the FVAP site. We have

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071158838128898082003-12-12T00:07:00.000+08:002003-12-12T00:08:04.700+08:00

There has been for months now and endless stream of columns & talking heads saying "Just watch, Hilary will come in at the last minute". I think I've got it figured out. Both parties must excite their base in 2004. We all know this wishing for Dean from the GOP has been a reverse psych job. The only thing that has excited the GOP base in recent history, their 'sure thing' - has been the deep hate

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071112322520826532003-12-11T11:12:00.000+08:002003-12-11T11:12:48.500+08:00

Another claim to fame for Tokyo! From a NY Times article about the events leading up to Gore's endorsement: Al Gore was in Tokyo on Friday and Howard Dean was in a van in Iowa, and for 45 minutes, their cellphone conversation was not particularly extraordinary, people close to both politicians said. Dr. Dean had sent Mr. Gore a draft of a foreign policy speech that Dr. Dean was to deliver next

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071110263118381702003-12-11T10:37:00.000+08:002003-12-11T10:43:37.856+08:00

Here's the latest from Greg Palast, on the man who said he fixed Florida for George Bush: All year the elves at his law firm, Baker Botts of Texas, have been working day and night to prevent the families of the victims of the 9/11 attack from seeking information from Saudi Arabia on the Kingdom's funding of Al Qaeda fronts. It's tough work, but this week came the payoff when President Bush

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071106273282442602003-12-11T09:31:00.000+08:002003-12-11T09:33:10.233+08:00

Tracey Denton is looking to host a MeetUp in Antigua, Guatemala on Wednesday, January 7th. Please email her (hellskitchen4dean-at-earthlink.net) if you are interested.

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071077381871949272003-12-11T01:29:00.000+08:002003-12-11T01:46:04.856+08:00

While at bushout.tv I noticed the new MoveOn project, Bush in 30 Seconds. This is a contest to create a 30 second ad about Bush. Celebrity judges include Michael Moore, Donna Brazile, Jack Black, Janeane Garofalo, Margaret Cho and Gus Van Sant, Al Franken & more.

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071060799826374362003-12-10T20:53:00.000+08:002003-12-10T20:54:05.436+08:00

What do you think, does this journalist "get it"? Do his remarks describe you and the other Dean supporters you know? From an article entitled "Dean's Band of Outsiders": Howard Dean's initial appeal has been to those Americans who always knew they were on the margins of George Bush's America. Not the socioeconomic margins, not the African American and Latino communities, but the political,

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1071033115185599342003-12-10T13:11:00.000+08:002003-12-10T13:12:40.310+08:00

I am still in shock, but the reality is starting to sink in. Al Gore has endorsed Howard Dean: "'He was the only major candidate who made the correct judgment about the Iraq war,' Gore said. 'And he had the insight and the courage to say and do the right thing. And that's important because those judgments -- that basic common sense -- is what you want in a president.' 'Whether it is inspiring

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1070904194242425672003-12-09T01:23:00.000+08:002003-12-09T01:23:57.686+08:00

Via Wired News, The Helloworld Project, a "global interactive experience" will project messages using a laserbeam onto a mountain overlooking Ipanema Beach in Rio de Janeiro, onto the UN building in New York City, onto the most prominent building in downtown Mumbai or onto a 140 metre tall water fountain in Geneva. What are you waiting for? Go tell the World about Howard Dean.

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1070896191828233422003-12-08T23:09:00.000+08:002003-12-08T23:12:47.793+08:00

I was first introduced to Howard Dean after being involved in a worldwide play reading of Lysistrata, to protest the Iraq invasion. As such, I am especially pleased to see that Dale Reynolds -- London correspondent for RadioLeft and active Dean supporter -- has been writing a play that details the events of the Florida election in 2000. Click here to read the first act of "Florida".

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1070874834409284452003-12-08T17:13:00.000+08:002003-12-08T23:13:00.950+08:00

Is it possible that Muslims and Jews will vote for the same candidate next year? Or is Bush's pro-Israel stance going to win the hearts of the Jews who used to vote Democratic? Here's what The Pakistani Newspaper had to say about it: The Arab-American and the Pakistani communities which voted overwhelmingly for Bush in the last election, because it considered Al Gore too pro-Israel and was put

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1070792790039040232003-12-07T18:26:00.000+08:002003-12-07T21:29:59.200+08:00

MoveOn.org has funded the film, "Uncovered: The Whole Truth about the Iraq War". You can buy the DVD as well as get a copy from p2p networks. If you already have Shareaza or BitTorrent installed click here to download the a high quality version or here for a lower quality copy.

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1070760343944324112003-12-07T09:25:00.000+08:002003-12-07T09:27:47.200+08:00

Thanks to Dale Reynolds from RadioLeft for pointing me to this excellent interview with London supporters, conducted at their meetup on November 5th.

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1070714528625052762003-12-06T20:42:00.000+08:002003-12-06T20:43:27.810+08:00

Amidst the controversy over Dean's sealed gubernatorial records, this USA Today article is a breath of fresh air. I especially love its allusion to Dean being "teflon-coated": Dean seems in many ways to be the first Teflon-coated Democrat. Unable to make any charge stick, the other Democratic contenders and the press keep searching for that secret vulnerability. But there is no consistent theme

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1070700442629197892003-12-06T16:47:00.000+08:002003-12-06T16:54:55.810+08:00

Believe it or not, there are Dean supporters living in your country who cannot make it to Meetup, nor to any of the other exciting events that may be happening in your area. That's why we created the Expats for Dean forums, so that we can have our own virtual space in which to discuss Dean issues and news, as well as strategize how we can take back our country. Take a minute right now to leave a

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1070547220733124502003-12-04T22:13:00.000+08:002003-12-04T22:14:20.296+08:00

If your meetup was like mine, you didn't receive the Common Sense pamphlet being shared at the U.S. meetings. Never fear, however, for they have graciously posted it online. Click here to read and sign it.

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1070277774108354642003-12-01T19:22:00.000+08:002003-12-01T19:23:30.513+08:00

The LA Times has a look at how a centrist Gov. Dean made the gears move in Vermont for positive change. "It was kind of scary, meeting those pale blue eyes of his," recalled McCormack, who favored the tax. "I remember him saying, 'Dick, for your sake, please don't underestimate my resolve on this subject.' " Dean Ruled From the Fiscal Center in Vermont

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1070166108957277112003-11-30T12:21:00.000+08:002003-11-30T19:11:40.013+08:00

Yet another article about why Dean is the Democratic party's best chance at unseating George Bush: Mr Karl Rove, the President's chief political strategist, said he regards Florida as 'ground zero' so far as next year's election is concerned. He also said he hopes the Democrats select the liberal, anti-war, pro-gay union Dr Dean as their candidate. Yet his public glee appears to mask a private

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1070120828988184722003-11-29T23:47:00.000+08:002003-11-29T23:47:43.186+08:00

If you have a few minutes, I highly recommend going to this site for an excellent flash presentation of the many men and women who have sacrificed their lives in Iraq, and the corporate greed that has unfairly benefitted from their bravery. Thanks.

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1070116650656719382003-11-29T22:37:00.000+08:002003-11-29T23:48:44.436+08:00

Happy Thanksgiving from Tokyo! I had family in town, so I've been somewhat MIA. Glad to be back and refocusing on Election 2004. I finally got around to updating our meetup totals, and we have a whole batch of new additions to report: Taipei, Taiwan (2 members), Porto Alegre, Brazil (2 members), Arhus, Denmark (1 member), and Trondheim, Norway (1 member). I also wanted to mention that Munich,

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1069885670733459632003-11-27T06:27:00.000+08:002003-11-27T06:28:22.610+08:00

Why I'm for Dean - From The Nation's William Greider. "Howard Dean is an odd duck, certainly, in the milieu of the contemporary Democratic Party. He is, I surmise, a tough and savvy politician of the old school--a shrewd, intuitive pol who develops his own sense of where the people are and where events are likely to take public opinion, then has the guts to act on his perceptions."

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1069884726117774662003-11-27T06:12:00.000+08:002003-11-27T06:12:38.123+08:00

I wanted to take this moment to wish everyone no matter where you may find yourself this holiday season a very Happy Thanksgiving. We really do have a lot to be thankful for this year! I'd personally like to thank everyone out there for their passion, input & creativity during the past year. Look where we are today. I'd also like to thank Howard Dean, for being cool, having guts, keeping it real

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1069734716903054632003-11-25T12:31:00.000+08:002003-11-25T12:32:26.840+08:00

Just found this on Metafilter, Freewayblogger ! "When you put a sign on the freeway people will read it until someone takes it down"

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1069673433171064382003-11-24T19:30:00.000+08:002003-11-24T19:31:02.420+08:00

The Queens Democratic Party is preparing to endorse Howard Dean for president on Tuesday, insiders say. With one of the strongest party organizations in the state, the Queens Democrats' endorsement will carry with it the support of 45 elected officials.

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1069392526427497632003-11-21T13:28:00.000+08:002003-11-21T13:30:44.890+08:00

As many of you know, Bush is visiting London this week. And the expats and British foreign nationals are letting him know what they think about it. Click here to read an article about the organizer of the London protest. He makes me proud to be an expat.

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1069140199398343562003-11-18T15:23:00.000+08:002003-11-18T16:23:06.560+08:00

What do you all think: should Dean take a page from Congressman Jesse Lackson, Jr. in response to questions about supporting civil unions? Here's what Representative Jackson said in a speech at the 14th Michigan Dinner of the Human Rights Campaign in Detroit last weekend: Let me be perfectly clear. When I assumed office, I put my hand on the Bible and swore to uphold the Constitution. I did not

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068912118490229252003-11-16T00:01:00.000+08:002003-11-16T00:05:17.466+08:00

Please pardon my much belated attempt to share some of Dean's international policies with this group. Certainly we of all people should be aware of where Dean stands, beyond his opposition to the Iraq war. So let me start with a subject dear to my heart: global women's issues. The following is an excerpt from Dean's official policy statement: "America has an obligation to ensure the health and

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068910602625742542003-11-15T23:36:00.000+08:002003-11-15T23:43:01.686+08:00

Are there any American exchange students out there reading this blog? You'll want to be sure to check out the latest policy statement issued by the Dean campaign, addressing a $7.1 billion program that will encourage America's youth to attend college. Here's a quote from a New York Times article on the subject: Dr. Dean, the former governor of Vermont seeking the Democratic presidential

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068789601107362522003-11-14T14:00:00.000+08:002003-11-14T14:04:37.060+08:00

This LA Weekly article provides a balanced look at the recent endorsements Dean has received. The SEIU & AFSCME are huge for the campaign and momemtum going into the 1st set of primaries but they don't mean the nomination is locked up regardless how good things look right now. Much of the road ahead is uphill & we still need to pedal hard. "The joint endorsement of the two unions strengthens

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068732698395014562003-11-13T22:11:00.000+08:002003-11-13T22:17:01.966+08:00

I usually choose not to post about these things here, since they may be less meaningful from an overseas perspective, but this was a huge boost for the campaign that everyone should be aware of. SEIU and AFSCME, two of the largest unions in the country, have chosen to endorse Howard Dean. Why? Two reasons: 1) he has a platform that will help America's working families, and 2) he can beat George

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068619780751211262003-11-12T14:49:00.000+08:002003-11-12T14:59:26.130+08:00

Update and correction I was way off on my earlier estimate. The media has been reporting the Medicare blimp ($600k) campaign as lasting 12 months. The actual duration is 3 months. Based on the latest quotes I have received the actual cost (12 months) is 2.3 million - 195,000 per month (Lightship Group) for 120 hours (6 hours a day, 5 days a week) of flight time. $2.3 million is the same price as

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068570127440784032003-11-12T00:57:00.000+08:002003-11-12T01:28:29.703+08:00

From The Guardian "The centrepiece of the protest will be a huge march on 20 November arranged by the Stop the War Coalition which will go through the capital and end at Trafalgar Square, where a giant statue of George Bush will be pulled down in a parody of the toppling of Saddam Hussein's statue in Baghdad. It will be led by American nationals living in the UK who have gathered under the title

Jeffrey noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068558822711622062003-11-11T21:53:00.000+08:002003-11-11T21:54:20.526+08:00

This Washington Post article has a pro-Bush slant, but I still enjoyed reading it, especially given the following two paragraphs: Republican officials said that if Dean becomes their opponent, his campaign-financing decision could dramatically change the landscape for Bush in the months between clinching the nomination and the Democratic National Convention in late July. Bush's strategists had

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068547682164724772003-11-11T18:48:00.000+08:002003-11-11T18:51:29.463+08:00

"George Soros, one of the world's richest men, has given away nearly $5 billion to promote democracy in the former Soviet bloc, Africa and Asia. Now he has a new project: defeating President Bush." "It is the central focus of my life," Soros said, his blue eyes settled on an unseen target. The 2004 presidential race, he said in an interview, is "a matter of life and death." Soros's Deep

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068441982834770342003-11-10T13:26:00.000+08:002003-11-10T20:44:12.483+08:00

DEAN'S POLICIES ARE CENTRAL FOCUS OF NEW DEAN ISSUES FORUM, NOW ONLINE November 10 (San Mateo, CA) - The policies of leading Presidential contender Gov. Howard Dean, M.D., and their implications for post-election America, are the subject of a dynamic new online resource, the interactive Dean Issues Forum (DIF). The Dean Issues Forum opens to the public today. The DIF is yet another of the

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068388791245705532003-11-09T22:39:00.000+08:002003-11-10T10:12:34.060+08:00

Every so often people write on the official blog about how Dean supporters need to take a step back and seriously evaluate whether our guy could possibly beat George Bush. They most often site the formula for failure that they see in Howard's approach: 1) making people pay more taxes, 2) advocating marriage-like rights for same-sex couples, and 3) being emotionally impulsive to the point that

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068365959419910082003-11-09T16:19:00.000+08:002003-11-10T21:35:11.926+08:00

"Da Blimp, Da Blimp" A few of you might have caught my recent comments posted on the O-blog about a Dean 2004 Blimp. Call me kooky but I think it's a good idea given that we need cost effective ways to engage in a national campaign. What do yo think? Imagine this flying over LA traffic for a week, the Superbowl, Nascar or Kentucky Derby. We could get some great photos of crowds at Dean

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068351211642431432003-11-09T12:13:00.000+08:002003-11-09T13:13:00.310+08:00

I used to detest the local news at home in California but since moving overseas it has become of the things I miss, along with super burritos! I have not found my mexican food fix but I just found a great way to watch local news from stations all over the US called Feedroom from Reuters. You'll have to disable popup blockers & will need a decent connection. Use the menu at the upper left to

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068301253018205212003-11-08T22:20:00.000+08:002003-11-08T22:22:54.510+08:00

Today I went through and updated our meetup totals (check the right sidebar for details). Some of you must be doing some massive recruiting! The top five locations (London, Paris, Montreal, Toronto, Tokyo) each raised their membership by significant amounts, especially London (what is your secret??). I also wanted to alert you to the dynamite efforts going on in Frankfurt, Germany. They had two

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068270727637966022003-11-08T13:52:00.000+08:002003-11-08T13:54:29.446+08:00

From yesterday's PBS Jim Lehrer NewsHour- an excellent commentary by Shields and Safire discussing the flag issue & how the attacks from the other candidates were an attempt to block the union endorsements Dean is picking up this week, Windows media 215k stream.

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068269095716867782003-11-08T13:24:00.000+08:002003-11-08T13:31:01.183+08:00

The matching funds vote is now closed, but we're not done talking about voting here at Expats4Dean. At this stage of the game, it's all about the primaries and caucuses, so if you haven't pledged to vote or attend yet, now is the time. If your home state has primaries before March, I encourage you to vote absentee; on the other hand, if you have a less meaningful primary, please consider

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068267318552093692003-11-08T12:55:00.000+08:002003-11-08T12:57:55.350+08:00

I think Zogby is a pretty good polling organization, so when I saw the latest results I was pleasantly surprised. Keep in mind that this poll was taken during the height of the flag controversy: Dean has a slight edge in the East and South. In the West, Clark enjoys 22% compared to Dean's 17%. In the East, Dean (18%) is followed by Lieberman (15%) and Gephardt (11%), and Kerry trails with just

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068222535459448742003-11-08T00:28:00.000+08:002003-11-08T00:28:53.486+08:00

Talk about two-way communication! Here's an article that shows how Dean might take a supporter's idea and run with it: ...Paul Johnson, an independent voter from Nashua who supported John McCain in 2000 and has supported Dean since May, tells Dean that he's "deeply troubled" by the idea that his candidate is going to turn down federal matching funds and bust the caps on campaign spending.

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068212665360345712003-11-07T21:44:00.000+08:002003-11-07T21:46:49.910+08:00

I was exploring the Wayback Machine again and found a great speech Dean gave back in 98 to the Commonwealth Club of San Francisco on his official webpage. " I believe the budget needs to be balanced by 2002. This ought not to be a debate between the Republicans and Democrats. The question is how do you balance it? The first thing the speaker and his folks in Washington did was cut a small

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068205620310191992003-11-07T19:47:00.000+08:002003-11-07T19:49:26.373+08:00

Dean for America desperately needs people to vote on the matching funds decision!! I recently received an email from headquarters asking that we do everything possible to get a high voter turnout, so I'm begging you to go vote on this (if you're eligible). Here is the important part of the DFA email: WE REALLY NEED EVERYBODY TO VOTE ON THIS! Read this: http://www.deanforamerica.com/decision

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068198882464627302003-11-07T17:54:00.000+08:002003-11-07T17:54:40.853+08:00

Paul Krugman strikes again, this time with unmistakable support for Howard Dean. It's too bad he's not allowed to endorse any candidate, but I dare say he seems to be doing it anyway. Op-Ed Columnist: Flags Versus Dollars

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068182328494728302003-11-07T13:18:00.000+08:002003-11-07T13:18:46.610+08:00

Google Deskbar enables you to search with Google from any application without lifting your fingers from the keyboard. Installs easily in your Windows taskbar. Cool!

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068177327471063592003-11-07T11:55:00.000+08:002003-11-07T11:56:32.393+08:00

If you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien of the U.S. -- and are already on the Dean email list -- you are eligible to vote in today's decision whether the Dean campaign should decline or accept federal matching funds. Read more about this vote here. What do you think of this move by the campaign? How do you think the vote will turn out? Let us know what you think by posting on the

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068109383933316692003-11-06T17:03:00.000+08:002003-11-06T17:12:28.240+08:00

European meetups were mentioned on the blog yesterday. Recognition is such a wonderful gift! 137,900 people, 820 locations, 50 states, 20 countries. What a night! The West coast Meetups are just getting warmed up, but early reports from the East Coast, Midwest, and European locations are all pointing toward another successful Meetup day. Now let's get some of our lesser known locations noticed!

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068096207162698142003-11-06T13:23:00.000+08:002003-11-06T13:23:25.353+08:00

I am one of the folks who felt that Dean was right to use strong language about white southerners sporting confederate flags on pickup trucks, and I didn't think an apology was necessary. (Hence my "how big is this tent" post.) But Dean did feel the need to express his regret, and apparently a whole lot of other people did, too. So while I am in the minority, I also have to say that the New

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068082606991265532003-11-06T09:36:00.000+08:002003-11-06T09:42:46.446+08:00

Very interesting article from Opensecrets.org with more than a few surprises. "Bush has raised more from lawyers and law firms ($5.4 million) than from any other industry so far this year" "Clark collected more money from the legal profession than from any other industry. He took in $278,000 from lawyers and law firms" "Former Vermont Gov. Howard Dean has raised $25.3 million so far, and has

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1068030279931543952003-11-05T19:04:00.000+08:002003-11-05T19:04:38.480+08:00

"The headline coming out of this debate is the pounding Howard Dean took for saying he wants the votes of guys who sport confederate flags. It's a bum rap." Confederate Flog - The new bum rap on Howard Dean. By William Saletan

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1067952164019725002003-11-04T21:22:00.000+08:002003-11-04T21:22:42.510+08:00

Dean has often argued that he can win the south by being a candidate that southern white men, with confederate flag decals on their pick-up trucks, can vote for. Now many candidates are calling this a flap, saying that Dean is somehow embracing the confederate flag through his desire to win these votes. You've got to love Dean's response, though. From the Washington Post: Yesterday, Dean said he

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1067879964759678542003-11-04T01:19:00.000+08:002003-11-04T01:19:23.386+08:00

The official website has a place where you can pledge to vote in your primary or caucus. I hope you will find a couple of minutes today to make this pledge for Dean. At first I was going to vote in the primary in my home state, but I recently learned that Democrats Abroad holds a caucus in February. I've decided to participate there instead, and potentially make a big impact on Dean's level of

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1067820906707561232003-11-03T08:55:00.000+08:002003-11-03T11:27:31.183+08:00

The mainstream media has eventually caught on to the fact that the current electronic voting solutions have some serious security problems. "With just over a year to go before the next presidential race, touchscreen voting machines don't seem like the cure-all some thought they would be. Skeptics fear they'll only produce more problems, from making recounts less reliable to giving computer

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1067779806260581682003-11-02T21:30:00.000+08:002003-11-02T21:30:04.936+08:00

Since I'm updating the Meetup numbers on the right sidebar anyway, I thought I might start a new tradition on this blog: announcing new locations! I have to add the caveat that perhaps these locations have been there in the past, but for whatever reason I was not seeing them in my weekly scan of the list. This week I have the pleasure of announcing two new international meetup groups: Belfast, N

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1067574349719798482003-10-31T12:25:00.000+08:002003-10-31T12:25:48.736+08:00

You can grab the latest Skype version here

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1067573250141954942003-10-31T12:07:00.000+08:002003-10-31T12:07:29.343+08:00

See Dick Run - The media conspiracy descends on Gephardt in Iowa. By Chris Suellentrop: "While Gephardt speaks in front of a sign that reads 'Protect Social Security' and 'Protect Medicare' over and over, like computer-desktop wallpaper, I wonder: Does he really want to play this game? Dredging up old quotes and votes about Gephardt's onetime conservatism is what helped to derail his '88 campaign

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1067352598987783032003-10-28T22:49:00.000+08:002003-10-28T22:51:26.403+08:00

I just read an interesting piece on Slate about Howard Dean's recently released TV ads: Do the ads live up to the hype? Hardly. In the New Hampshire ad, Dean says of Iraq, "The best my opponents can do is ask questions today that they should have asked before they supported the war." In the Iowa ad, he says of seniors' prescription drug costs, "Instead of fixing the problem, the best my

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1067317610625933122003-10-28T13:06:00.000+08:002003-10-28T13:06:50.193+08:00

I have so much respect for Dean, knowing what kind of obstacles he had to overcome to stand up against the war in Iraq. And more evidence of his clear thinking is showing up every day. There's an interesting story at Democracy Now about a "new report by retired Air Force Colonel Sam Gardiner charges the U.S. and Britain relied on information warfare and psychological operations to inform the

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1067261407383646902003-10-27T21:30:00.000+08:002003-10-27T21:30:06.696+08:00

NEW YORK -- After making her way to the front of the crowd of 10,000 people at Manhattan's Bryant Park, Heather Palazzo, 32, let out a scream: "I touched him!" Then the desktop publisher from New Haven, Conn., explained her delight in making contact with Howard Dean, the former governor of Vermont: "He has a ton of charisma! He's very sexy!" sacbee.com -- Politics -- Taking Bush head-on, Dean is

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1067108539671437762003-10-26T03:02:00.000+08:002003-10-26T03:02:19.560+08:00

If the next general election were held now with Bush as the Republican candidate and retired General Wesley Clark as the Democratic candidate, 43 percent would vote for or lean towards Clark, while 49 percent would vote for or lean towards Bush; an increase of two percentage points for Bush over Clark from the Newsweek poll of October 9-10, 2003, when 47 percent would vote for Bush and 43 percent

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1067082342678684422003-10-25T19:45:00.000+08:002003-10-25T19:45:42.020+08:00

Dean advisers often joke about their headstrong candidate. This go-it-alone style prompted the question: Do you listen more than you used to? "No," Dean replied without missing a beat. "But I listened a lot when I was governor. People misunderstand the way that I listen. I really push back hard on people. You can't just come in and say, 'This is what we ought to do' and I'm going to say, 'OK,

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1067017384540596802003-10-25T01:43:00.000+08:002003-10-25T01:46:45.426+08:00

According to the latest Zogby poll of likely New Hampshire voters, Dean is leading Kerry by a whopping 23 points. Here's a great quote from the web page: Pollster John Zogby: "This is stunning. Dean leads 43-20 among Democrats and 35 to 11 among Independents. He hits 40 among all age groups, union and non-union voters. His lead is 57-17 among self-described progressives, 50-20 among liberals,

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066887684588838392003-10-23T13:41:00.000+08:002003-10-23T13:44:21.936+08:00

Dan Rather did an excellent interview with Dean on 60 Minutes II today. Some are calling it a "puff piece", which basically means Rather was not on the attack, and Dean presented himself well. There is a brief clip available online, so be sure to check it out.

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066794206094845172003-10-22T11:43:00.000+08:002003-10-22T11:43:25.776+08:00

Not only did the blog notice us today, but we're getting media credit, too! This is from The Village Voice: Dean's supporters call this arrangement empowering. As many as 800 groups have formed around the candidate, a number rapidly on the rise. And this growth spurt defies easy labels. Dean followers now include self-described geeks, dykes, security moms, and expats, along with graphic

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066791955612697102003-10-22T11:05:00.000+08:002003-10-22T12:11:40.250+08:00

I love it when they talk about us: ...Puerto Rico will have its first Dean Meetup on November 5th if enough people sign-up, If you know anyone living in or near San Juan, ask them to join the Dean Meetup there today! Or maybe it's time for you to take that vacation you've promised yourself... People have signed up for Dean Meetups in 43 foreign countries. Join the Americans meeting up for Dean

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066706197762766002003-10-21T11:16:00.000+08:002003-10-21T11:16:37.663+08:00

Hello to all, Before, I lleft the US. I worte letters to Iowa at a meetup in New Hampshire. Such letters are very effective and something we can all do from afar. If you follow the information in Heather's post it should work. Margaret

Margaretnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066699439602908632003-10-21T09:23:00.000+08:002003-10-21T09:23:59.500+08:00

If there is one thing Americans abroad can do, it's writing a letter to the folks back home. But have you ever considered writing to a total stranger? The official campaign has asked Dean supporters to write 10 letters to undecided Democratic voters in Iowa on the 18th of every month, and 10 letters to the undecided Democrats in New Hampshire on the 22nd of every month. Check out their letter

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066639445620254282003-10-20T16:44:00.000+08:002003-10-20T17:00:53.410+08:00

I have a special favor to ask. If you are reading this blog from a non-Asian, non-U.S. country, please email me directly. I need some input on a project I'm working on, to better equip international Meetup members and Get Local participants. Thanks and remember to vote for your November Meetup venue!

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066639229059906792003-10-20T16:40:00.000+08:002003-10-20T16:41:50.783+08:00

Does everyone recollect the part of Dean's stump speech where he talks about how we're going to win in 2004? The part about taking back our country. The part that begins with taking back the Democratic Party. Well, it looks like he may be doing just that. Check out this article from the Washington Post for opposing perspectives on this. Just in case you don't have time to read it, permit me to

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066485566951773642003-10-18T21:59:00.000+08:002003-10-18T21:59:26.283+08:00

Project Vote Smart has a pretty cool feature that logs all of the candidates' speeches. By doing a keyword search, you can uncover every time your guy (or gal) has used that word in public. Project Vote Smart - Mr. Dean - Speeches and Public Statements How did we ever get by without the internet???

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066453695935356812003-10-18T13:08:00.000+08:002003-10-18T13:10:10.086+08:00

MSNBC embedded reporter Felix Schein spends some time profiling Zephyr Teachout (That is her real name) and giving some insight into her background and what her inspriation was for organizing tools like Deanlink. Behind Dean's win on the Web

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066309286388639922003-10-16T21:01:00.000+08:002003-10-16T21:02:16.250+08:00

A couple of days ago, Dean advocated limiting the power of pharmaceutical patents and importing prescription drugs from Canada. So what does this mean in terms of general IP reform? Is he thinking what some of us are thinking? Could Dean actually be the all-out open source candidate that readers of Lessig and Slashdot have been demanding? Check out this thread on our very own forums for other

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066263322394375312003-10-16T08:15:00.000+08:002003-10-16T12:16:39.550+08:00

A long time ago, Dean argued against candidates who would opt out of public financing. He vowed that he would stick to it, and that other candidates should do the same. (I believe he was targeting Kerry with this statement.) But now that Bush has raised $49 million in this quarter alone, and that Dean is at $25 million for the year, he is reconsidering. Maybe he should forgo public financing

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066191380411181712003-10-15T12:16:00.000+08:002003-10-15T12:18:40.530+08:00

Lawrence Lessig pens a short piece on why the Dean campaign's blog strategy is so darned ingenious. Here's an excerpt: But when done right, as the Howard Dean campaign apparently is doing, the blog is a tool for building community. The trick is to turn the audience into the speaker. A well-structured blog inspires both reading and writing. And by getting the audience to type, candidates get the

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066179836151099282003-10-15T09:03:00.000+08:002003-10-15T12:19:35.313+08:00

How many of us would categorize ourselves as swing voters? I'm pretty committed to the Democratic party personally, but I know Dean has captured the attention of a lot of Independents out there (and there are a lot to attract!). Here is an article from one of them who makes an interesting -- and I think accurate -- case for why Dean is an excellent candidate, not (just) for liberals, but for

Heathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066154078101057252003-10-15T01:54:00.000+08:002003-10-15T01:58:40.350+08:00

The news has been rather slow recently. This is a great opportunity to go back in time a bit. Here is the best Dean interview I have seen to date. Dean spoke to a full house at John F. Kennedy Library and Museum back in March '03. This is the Dean that America will see once he is the official nominee, calm, direct, concise and thoughtful. I have a feeling that very few people saw this when it

llamasonichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08460176107883727528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703364.post-1066057268109151072003-10-13T23:01:00.000+08:002003-10-13T23:01:08.256+08:00

Some followup on Judy Woodruff's attempt to rail road Dean during the debate in Arizona. - 'Sometimes during the course of these debates weird stuff happens,' said Tom Hannon, CNN's political director. 'The idea at one point was to read one of these documents to see if the candidates could back up their statement. We ultimately decided against it. How it got in there was unintentional. Not

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