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"...let's not forget all the hard-working, progressive Democrats who are running for local offices..." - Democrats.com

Written by: Richard Renner on Nov 17, 2008 9:41 PM EST

"...let's not forget all the hard-working, progressive Democrats who are running for local offices...Local and state offices have an enormous impact on our lives, and also produce our future national leaders..." - Democrats.com

CHALLENGE: $380 in 7 days! Help the only Democratic County Commissioner in Missaukee County (Michigan).

On Tuesday, November 4th, history was made in Missaukee County. I was fortunate enough to defeat a Republican incumbent for County Commissioner in the second most Republican county in the state of Michigan. However, as with many campaigns, I have debt to pay off, and several final expenses to pay. I need to raise $380 in 7 days. Can I count on you? Making a contribution is easier than ever. Just click on the link below, and make a secure, online contribution using PayPal...

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OFFICIALLY ENDORSED BY MID-MICHIGAN DEMOCRACY FOR AMERICA (MMDfA)!
“Richard REALLY knows his stuff and has specific plans for improving his county.”

As I was quoted in our local daily, the Cadillac News, following my victory...

"The voters...have made a determination that the status quo is no longer acceptable, that we expect more accountability, greater openness, and transparency in county government."

Please, help me pay off my debt by raising $380 in 7 days. Just click on the link below, and make a secure, online contribution using PayPal...

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Victory '10,

Richard Renner

Missaukee County Commissioner-elect

"...public service must be more than doing a job efficiently and honestly. It must be a complete dedication to the people...with full recognition that every human being is entitled to courtesy and consideration."

- Margaret Chase Smith, U.S. Senator from Maine, 1949-1973

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CHALLENGE: $380 in 10 days! Help the only Democratic County Commissioner in Missaukee County (Michigan).

Written by: Richard Renner on Nov 14, 2008 3:58 PM EST

On Tuesday, November 4th, history was made in Missaukee County. I was fortunate enough to defeat a Republican incumbent for County Commissioner in the second most Republican county in the state of Michigan. However, as with many campaigns, I have debt to pay off, and several final expenses to pay. I need to raise $380 in 10 days. Can I count on you? Making a contribution is easier than ever. Just click on the link below, and make a secure, online contribution using PayPal...

https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_donations&business=rrenner%40core%2ecom&item_name=Friends%20of%20Richard%20Renner&no_shipping=0&no_note=1&tax=0¤cy_code=USD&lc=US&bn=PP%2dDonationsBF&charset=UTF%2d8

As I was quoted in our local daily, the Cadillac News, following my victory...

"The voters...have made a determination that the status quo is no longer acceptable, that we expect more accountability, greater openness, and transparency in county government."

Please, help me pay off my debt by raising $380 in 10 days. Just click on the link below, and make a secure, online contribution using PayPal...

https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_donations&business=rrenner%40core%2ecom&item_name=Friends%20of%20Richard%20Renner&no_shipping=0&no_note=1&tax=0¤cy_code=USD&lc=US&bn=PP%2dDonationsBF&charset=UTF%2d8

Victory '10,

Richard Renner

Missaukee County Commissioner-elect (Michigan)

"...public service must be more than doing a job efficiently and honestly. It must be a complete dedication to the people...with full recognition that every human being is entitled to courtesy and consideration..."
- Margaret Chase Smith, U.S. Senator from Maine, 1949-1973

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Oil Crisis: Oil Industry's method of raising prices and cutting their own taxes

Written by: James Dunn on Jul 8, 2008 11:15 AM EDT

Regarding opening environmentally protected areas for mining and pumping oil:

There is over 200 years of oil in the 48 contiguous States that are capped up by oil companies to monopolize world energy. There is no need to violate our environmentally protected areas, just to allow oil companies to further monopolize their strangle hold over our lives.

They are creating a media frenzy just to increase the price of oil; very successfully I might add. However, there is no immediate threat for an oil shortage !!! The oil companies have ONLY created the perception that there is a shortage !!!!

I personally believe that ALL mineral rights belong to the American People, NOT souless corporations!!!

I applaud Venezuela for nationalizing the oil assets in their country!!!!

We should be doing the same thing here in the United States !!!!

Ethically Eliminate ALL Political Corruption

http://blog.360.yahoo.com/jamesbdunn?p=57

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January Meeting Followup

Written by: Jeffrey Ritchie on Jan 12, 2007 9:45 AM EST

Linked to groups: Elmbrook Progressive Coalition

A couple of things coming out of the January Meeting.

First of all, a great "Thank You" to Dr. Barbara Horner-Ibler for her presentation on the work of Bread of Healing Free Clinic in downtown Milwaukee. I think if we had universal healthcare, Barbara would be out of a job, but I'm pretty sure she could live with that!

Second, we need to raise funds to continue our outreach and mailing -- we have the names and addresses of 300 liberal-leaning folks in the area and we need to make contact with them, in addition to sending postcards to our mailing list. To that end, I've offered to prepare your taxes this year in return for a $100 donation to the Elmbrook Progressive Coalition. I do this for a living, so you can rest assured that your taxes will be done correctly and professionally.

Finally, I'm looking for your suggestions for future meetings. We can invite local elected officials (but we have very few Democrats in Waukesha County) or we could have topical speakers (League of Conservation Voters is coming in February) or we could screen films ("An Inconvenient Truth" et. al.). A mix of all three, perhaps? You tell me!

See you in February!

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So Far, So Good!

Written by: Jeffrey Ritchie on Oct 20, 2006 8:13 PM EDT

Linked to groups: Elmbrook Progressive Coalition

We've had three meetings of the Elmbrook Progressive Coalition so far, and that's given us a chance to meet with three incredible candidates: Bryan Kennedy, Sterling Lynk, and Jim Sullivan.

We're going to be lit dropping for Bryan Kennedy this weekend, and several of our members are already planning to take the day off on Election Day to help Get Out The Vote.

I'm seeing some interesting signs here in Brookfield -- literally. There are at least 5-6 Bryan Kennedy yard signs for every one that I see for Sensenbrenner. I'm seeing Doyle signs, Fair Wisconsin signs and an incredible number of Jim Sullivan signs.

This is all a good start.

But let's face it. We live in one of the most heavily Republican enclaves in the state, and that's not going to change overnight. But change is what we're all about. We're going to change the political climate here in Waukesha County -- one neighborhood and one voter at a time.

If you like in Brookfield, Elm Grove or nearby, stop in and see us sometime.

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Sensenbrenner

Written by: Renee In Milwaukee on Oct 19, 2006 7:39 PM EDT

Linked to groups: Elmbrook Progressive Coalition

Check out the post I put out on my blog about how Sensenbrenner treated us in DC.

www.crawfordstake.blogspot.com

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September Meeting

Written by: Jeffrey Ritchie on Aug 25, 2006 10:18 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Elmbrook Progressive Coalition

We had about thirty people attend our kick-off meeting, which was incredible, and another thirty have expressed interest in getting involved (also incredible). Our next meeting is September 12th at 7:00 at the Brookfield Public Library.

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Welcome to the Progressive Elmbrook Coalition!

Written by: Jeffrey Ritchie on May 28, 2006 9:47 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Elmbrook Progressive Coalition

We're a new organization for Progressive Democrats and Independents -- and recovering Republicans -- servicing Elm Grove and Brookfield, Wisconsin (the Elmbrook School District).

Our kick-off meeting will be at 7:00 p.m. on August 8th. Tentative location is the Brookfield Public Library, but we haven't confirmed that yet.

You can learn more about our organization at www.elmbrookprogressives.org

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"...let's not forget all the hard-working, progressive Democrats who are running for local offices..." - Democrats.com

CHALLENGE: $380 in 10 days! Help the only Democratic County Commissioner in Missaukee County (Michigan).

Oil Crisis: Oil Industry's method of raising prices and cutting their own taxes

January Meeting Followup

So Far, So Good!

Sensenbrenner

September Meeting

Welcome to the Progressive Elmbrook Coalition!

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