Minnesota. Volunteer a few hours. 48 days to go

09/20/2006

Dear DFL Members and Supporters,

There are only 48 days left until you and other Minnesota voters go to the polls to make decisions that will shape your state, your country, and your world.

Before you give our candidates your vote, I’m hoping you’ll give them your time.

I’m writing because Amy Klobuchar needs your volunteer support in her down-to-the-wire race against a Bush rubber stamp who votes with the President 97% of the time… because veteran Tim Walz, who served overseas after 9/11 as part of Operation Enduring Freedom, deserves your help in his campaign to represent the 1st congressional district in Congress… and because Democrats need you to frustrate Karl Rove’s dream of turning Minnesota red.

Can you possibly volunteer between now and election day to help the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party and your Democratic candidates?

Volunteer for Minnesota Democrats
http://www.johnkerry.com/events/091806_mn_form.html?sc=e.20060920

When it’s all said and done, political campaigns are about people reaching out to other people and sharing their hopes, dreams, fears, and frustrations. But, you can’t share any of those things unless you first choose to give of your time.

Want to address our country’s pressing needs for health care reform, energy independence, tax fairness, and economic and international security? Then please spend a few hours supporting Amy Klobuchar.

Want to express your determination to end the failed “stay-the-course” Bush approach to Iraq? Then offer to help House candidates like Tim Walz, a 24-year veteran of the National Guard.

Want to make sure Republican scare tactics don’t turn the promise of victory into the shock of defeat in these final weeks? Then sign up to volunteer with the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party.

Volunteer for Minnesota Democrats
http://www.johnkerry.com/events/091806_mn_form.html?sc=e.20060920

We’ve always known that the November 7 elections are going to be vitally important. But, each day that passes reminds us just how essential these elections are to the institutions of democracy, to the protection of our national security and environment, and to the future of our families.

I know it isn’t easy to find a few hours to make phone calls, drop leaflets, send out emails or attend campaign events in your community. But, I also know how committed you are to winning—for the candidates who’ve worked so hard, for the state that you call home, and for the country that you love.

Let’s dig deep. Let’s work our hearts out during these final 48 days of this campaign. And let’s celebrate like there’s no tomorrow when we bring our candidates home to victory on that first Tuesday in November.

Sincerely,
John Kerry

P.S. Absentee voting in Minnesota starts October 8, so cast your ballot for the Democratic ticket on or before election day. For more information about absentee voting or to find your polling place, visit the Minnesota Secretary of State’s web site.