Democracy for America Raises Nearly $80,000 for Special Election in Ohio's 2nd Congressional District

Released: Jul 21, 2005 12:02 PM

BURLINGTON, VT -- In only 48 hours, Democracy for America has raised nearly $80,000 in an e-mail solicitation for Paul Hackett's race for Ohio's 2nd Congressional District. The e-mail from DFA Chair Jim Dean was sent to Democracy for America supporters across the country.

"The overwhelming enthusiasm, support, and generosity that Democracy for America has shown my campaign is unbelievable and will help give us the momentum we need these in last remaining weeks," said Hackett. "I thank them for their support and dedication to changing this country."

"Paul is an outstanding candidate who will bring a fresh voice to the people of Ohio, as well as Washington," said Jim Dean, Chair of Democracy for America. "He is a man who will work for what's best for his constituents, not for corrupt special interests."

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 -- from school board to the United States Senate.

Jim Dean's Statement On Bush's Supreme Court Nomination

Released: Jul 19, 2005 9:42 PM

BURLINGTON, VT -- Tonight, Jim Dean, Chair of Democracy for America (DFA) released the following statement in regard to President Bush's nomination of Judge John G. Roberts to succeed Justice Sandra Day O'Connor on the United States Supreme Court:

"The responsibility of the United States Supreme Court is to protect the rights of all Americans, regardless of partisanship. This is a lifetime appointment that will shape our rights for years to come and the Senate must not be a rubber stamp.

"We hope for the sake of all Americans that extensive, in-depth hearings will be held and that Judge Roberts will be candid and open about all of his views."

Democracy for America Endorses Paul Hackett

Released: Jul 19, 2005 1:22 PM

Candidate for United States Congress of Ohio's 2nd District

BURLINGTON, VT -- Today, Democracy for America (DFA) endorsed Paul Hackett for the United States Congress in the 2nd District of Ohio -- making him the newest member of the DFA-List, Candidates for America.

"Paul Hackett is dedicated to bringing fiscal responsibility and progressive values back to the people of Ohio," said Jim Dean, Chair of Democracy for America. "His record of leadership and experience both at home and abroad is exactly what Ohio needs, and what our nation's capital needs. We are proud to add him to the DFA-List."

Paul Hackett knows what's at stake for all Americans. As a retired major in the United States Marine Corp, he volunteered for duty in Iraq. An opponent of the war from the beginning, Paul answered the call to service because he knows that America needs leaders who don't shy from adversity. Now, he is running for Congress to promote small business growth, sustainable environmental policy and fiscal responsibility. If elected, he will be the first member of Congress to have served in the war in Iraq. The special election is August 2, 2005.
www.hackettforcongress.com

Democracy for America is 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. Democracy for America is dedicated to electing fiscally responsible, socially progressive candidates to all levels of office -- from school board to the United States Senate. To learn more about other DFA-List candidates, visit: www.democracyforamerica.com/dfa-list/.

Democracy for America Endorses Linda Minger

Released: Jul 15, 2005 1:06 PM

Candidate for Pennsylvania State House

BURLINGTON, VT -- Today, Democracy for America (DFA) endorsed Linda Minger for the Pennsylvania State House -- making her a member of the DFA-List, Candidates for America. Each DFA-List candidate encompasses the true spirit of grassroots democracy, fiscal responsibility, and social progress. They are individuals who are dedicated to changing America from the ground up.

"Linda Minger is dedicated to bringing progressive values back to the people of Pennsylvania," said Jim Dean, Chair of Democracy for America. "Her record of leadership and commitment to community improvement sets an example for others to follow. We are proud to have her as part of our DFA-List."

Linda Minger is bringing Pennsylvanians one step closer to restoring progressive values throughout the state government. For the past 20 years, Minger has tended to her community's needs from her post as Treasurer of Salisbury Township. Now, she wants to use her experience to fight for better health care coverage, environmental protection, improvement of the school systems, and dramatically reduce property taxes. Linda is dedicated to making a better life for the working families and senior citizens of Lehigh Valley. The special election is July 19, 2005.
www.lindaminger.com/

Democracy for America is 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. Democracy for America is dedicated to electing fiscally responsible, socially progressive candidates to all levels of office -- from school board to the United States Senate. To learn more about other DFA-List candidates, visit:
www.democracyforamerica.com/dfa-list/.

Democracy for America Endorses Senator Jon Corzine

Released: Jul 7, 2005 1:14 PM

Candidate for Governor of New Jersey

BURLINGTON, VT -- Yesterday, Democracy for America (DFA) announced the endorsement of Senator Jon Corzine for Governor of New Jersey -- making him the newest member of the DFA-List, Candidates for America. Each candidate encompasses the true spirit of grassroots democracy, fiscal responsibility, and social progress.

"Jon Corzine has proven that he is dedicated to changing this country from the ground up by empowering all citizens, not just the special interests," said Jim Dean, Chair of Democracy for America. "He is a candidate who is committed to innovation, progress, and community strength and we are proud to include him in our DFA-List."

Jon Corzine has been a member of the United States Senate since 2001. While he could have spent the rest of his political career coasting on his incumbency, he instead has set off in a new direction. To bring his bid for governor closer to the grassroots, Corzine built the 'Corzine Connection' community website and made it the heart of his gubernatorial campaign. The 'Corzine Connection' knocks down barriers to political participation, letting all interested supporters contribute their views and voices to his effort. Corzine's willingness to innovate reflects the same spirit of experimentation that built Democracy for America. The election is November 8, 2005.
www.corzineforgovernor.com

Democracy for America is 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. Democracy for America is dedicated to electing fiscally responsible, socially progressive candidates to all levels of office -- from school boards to the United States Senate. To learn more about other DFA-List candidates, visit: www.democracyforamerica.com/dfa-list/

Democracy for America Raises Over $1.2 Million In First Half of 2005

Released: Jul 5, 2005 12:09 PM

BURLINGTON, VT -- In the first six months of 2005, Democracy for America (DFA) raised more than $1.2 million in federal funds. The average online contribution was $39 and nearly 2,500 supporters donated over $200.

Democracy for America continues to energize and mobilize grassroots activist across the country through coalition building, activist trainings, online support and candidate endorsements.

Jim Dean is the chair of Democracy for America, 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 -- from school board to the United States Senate.