Jim Dean: The American People Deserve Better

Released: Oct 28, 2005 2:58 PM

BURLINGTON, VT -- Jim Dean, Chair of Democracy for America (DFA), issued the following statement in response to the indictment of I. Lewis Libby Jr., Vice President Cheney's chief of staff:

"The indictment against Lewis Libby confirms what the American public has long feared -- that members of the Bush administration are willing to put politics before our national security, even if it means breaking the law to do so.

"But we can't get distracted by the minute details. This case is about how Americans were misled into the war in Iraq.

"We deserve better. It's time for the President to address the issue at hand and start restoring integrity to our political process. The American people have already suffered enough from the scandals and misconduct of this administration."

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Released: Oct 28, 2005 11:03 AM

Jim Dean Campaigns With Westchester District Attorney Candidate Tony Castro

HARTSDALE, NY -- Jim Dean, chair of Democracy for America, will be in Hartsdale, New York on Saturday, October 29 to attend a Get Out the Vote rally with Westchester District Attorney Candidate Tony Castro. The rally is being coordinated by Democracy for Westchester, a grassroots organization dedicated to political activism.

Castro is part of the "DFA-List," a group of fiscally responsible, socially progressive candidates endorsed by Democracy for America.

Democracy for America is a political action committee found by Governor Howard Dean in 2004. DFA is dedicated to building a grassroots network that supports fiscally responsible and socially progressive candidates at all levels of office.

Who: Jim Dean, Chair of Democracy for America and Tony Castro, candidate for Westchester District Attorney

What: Get Out the Vote Rally

When: Saturday, October 29, 2005 from 10:00am - 11:00am

Where: OPORTO Restaurant
             191 East Hartsdale Avenue
             Hartsdale, NY

Press Advisory: Jim Dean to Campaign at Rally to Defeat Governor Schwarzenegger's Attack on Californians' Schools, Health and Jo

Released: Oct 27, 2005 10:58 AM

LOS ANGELES -- Today, Jim Dean, chair of Democracy for America will join thousands of workers, students and concerned citizens for a rally to urge California voters to reject Governor Schwarzenegger's devastating special election agenda by voting "no" on propositions 73-78 this November 8th. Who: Jim Dean, Chair of Democracy for America What: Rally to Defeat Governor Schwarzenegger's attack on the schools, health and jobs of all Californians When: Thursday, October 27, 2005 at 4:30 p.m. Where: Pershing Square              532 S. Olive Street              Los Angeles, CA
Democracy for America is a political action committee dedicated to building a grassroots network of fiscally responsible and socially progressive activists and candidates running for all levels of office. Through the use of grassroots tactics, coalition building strategies, activist trainings and online support, DFA is giving ordinary people the power to reform their own political system.

Press Advisory: Vigil to Honor the 2,000 Fallen Soldiers Tonight in Burlington

Released: Oct 26, 2005 11:54 AM

BURLINGTON, VT -- Yesterday, the United States reached the tragic milestone of 2,000 brave servicemen and women killed in Iraq. To honor the fallen, local members of Democracy for America, True Majority and MoveOn are holding a candlelight vigil at Burlington City Hall Park tonight at 6:30 p.m.

Who: Democracy for America, True Majority and MoveOn

What: Candlelight vigil to remember and honor the 2,000 fallen soldier

When: Wednesday, October 26, 2005 at 6:30 p.m

Where: Burlington City Hall Park
             149 Church Street
             Burlington,VT 05402

Democracy for America, MoveOn and True Majority members have already planned over 1,200 hundred vigils throughout the country. To learn more, visit: http://political.moveon.org/event/iraqvigils/

Democracy for America is a political action committee dedicated to building a grassroots network of fiscally responsible and socially progressive activists and candidates running for all levels of office. Through the use of grassroots tactics, coalition building strategies, activist trainings and online support, DFA is giving ordinary people the power to reform their own political system.

Press Advisory: Democracy for America, MoveOn and TrueMajority to Hold Vigils Honoring the 2,000 Fallen Soldiers in Iraq

Released: Oct 25, 2005 6:50 PM

BURLINGTON, VT -- Today, the United States crossed a tragic milestone: 2,000 brave servicemen and women have sacrificed their lives for the war in Iraq. To honor the fallen, Democracy for America, MoveOn and TrueMajority members are holding candlelight vigils around the country tomorrow, Wednesday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m. local time.

"Today is a tragic day for all Americans," said Jim Dean, chair of Democracy for America. "The loss of 2,000 brave servicemen and women marks one of the saddest and worst days of the war in Iraq. These vigils are a way for Americans to honor the fallen and their families, and to stand with all our men and women in uniform."

Democracy for America, MoveOn and TrueMajority members have already planned over 700 hundred vigils throughout the country. To learn more, visit: http://political.moveon.org/event/iraqvigils/

Democracy for America is a political action committee dedicated to building a grassroots network of fiscally responsible and socially progressive activists and candidates running for all levels of office. Through the use of grassroots tactics, coalition building strategies, activist trainings and online support, DFA is giving ordinary people the power to reform their own political system.

Paul Hackett Signs the Democracy for America Iraq War Pledge

Released: Oct 19, 2005 12:48 PM

BURLINGTON, VT -- Last week, Democracy for America (DFA) launched a national pledge drive asking its members to only support candidates who: 1) Acknowledge that the United States was misled into the war in Iraq; 2) Advocate for a responsible exit plan with a timeline; and 3) Support our troops both at home and abroad.

Today, Paul Hackett, Marine and former candidate for the United States Congress (OH-2) endorsed the pledge and called on Americans to join the campaign.

"As a Marine, I witnessed first-hand the devastation and destruction of this war," said Hackett. "The mistruths and deception of the Bush administration have created a quagmire. That's why I signed the pledge to only send responsible leaders to Washington. And I’m asking you to do the same."

Tens of thousands of Americans have already signed the pledge, including nearly 300 officeholders and candidates throughout the country.

"It's time for the leaders in Washington to stand up and face the facts," said Jim Dean, Chair of Democracy for America. "We must start planning a responsible exit plan and timeline for our brave servicemen and women, for their families and for all Americans. If the current leaders won't step up to the plate, then we'll make sure to only support candidates who will."

Democracy for America is a political action committee dedicated to building a grassroots network of fiscally responsible and socially progressive activists and candidates running for all levels of office. Through the use of grassroots tactics, coalition building strategies, activist trainings and on-line support, DFA is giving ordinary people the power to reform their own political system.

Democracy for America Endorses Linda Greenstein for New Jersey State Assembly

Released: Oct 18, 2005 12:44 PM

BURLINGTON, VT -- Today, Democracy for America (DFA) endorsed Linda Greenstein for the 14th District of the New Jersey State Assembly -- making her the newest member of the DFA-List, Candidates for America.

"Linda Greenstein brings a progressive voice and strong leadership to the New Jersey State Assembly," said Jim Dean, Chair of Democracy for America. "She has proven that she is not afraid of taking on the tough issues and fighting for what is best for her community. We are proud to put our support behind her campaign."

Greenstein is a long-time resident and active citizen of Plainsboro. She is a former member of the Plainsboro Township Committee and the West Windsor-Plainsboro Board of Education. She has been at the forefront of progressive legislation, sponsoring major property tax reform initiatives and working to preserve and expand New Jersey's affordable prescription drug program for seniors.

Linda plans to develop a fair, equitable and progressive property tax system and will strive to restore people's faith in government. She will also push for sound campaign finance reform. The election is November 8, 2005. To learn more about Linda Greenstein, visit:
www.greensteinbenson.com/

Democracy for America is a political action committee dedicated to taking our country back from the special interests who dominate government today and putting it back in the hands of the people. DFA and DFA-List candidates are spreading the message that to change America, we must fight from the ground up. To learn more about other DFA-List candidates, visit: www.democracyforamerica.com/dfalist.

Democracy for America Endorses Sam Yoon and Gibran Rivera for Boston City Council

Released: Oct 18, 2005 12:41 PM

BURLINGTON, VT -- Today, Democracy for America (DFA) endorsed Sam Yoon and Gibran Rivera for Boston City Council-- making them the newest members of the DFA-List, Candidates for America.

"Sam Yoon and Gibran Rivera encompass the true spirit of grassroots democracy," said Jim Dean, Chair of Democracy for America. "They are dedicated to working for change from the ground up through fiscal responsibility, social progress and community activism. Their fresh perspectives and new leadership is just what the city needs to make Boston a better place to live."

Sam Yoon for Boston City Council. Since graduating from the Harvard's Kennedy School of Government, Yoon has spent more than a decade improving his community by working with local non-profit groups to create affordable housing and spur economic development. He is a teacher and community activist who is committed to improving the public schools of Boston and the delivery of community services. If elected, Yoon will become the first Asian-American to serve on the Boston City Council. The election is November 8, 2005.
www.samyoon.com

Gibran Rivera for Boston City Council, District 6. Rivera is a community leader dedicated to making sure democracy works for everyone. He is committed to improving the quality of all Boston schools, keeping neighborhood housing affordable and promoting community activism and citizen involvement. He co-founded Voto Latino, a voter empowerment organization, served as Executive Director of Inciativa, the Massachusetts Initiative for Latino Students, and was a board member and officer of the Schott Foundation for Public Education. The election is November 8, 2005.
www.voterivera.com

Democracy for America is a political action committee dedicated to taking our country back from the special interests who dominate government today and putting it back in the hands of the people. DFA and DFA-List candidates are spreading the message that to change America, we must fight from the ground up. To learn more about other DFA-List candidates, visit: www.democracyforamerica.com/dfalist.