Walz: What Karl Rove Said About Me
09/14/2007
September 13, 2007
Dear Supporters,
The American people are breathing a sigh of relief this month after two notorious figures in the Bush administration at long last announced their departure. President Bush’s top political advisor Karl Rove and Attorney General Alberto Gonzales may have left Washington in a hurry, but they have not gone quietly--and they are not gone for good.
He may be gone, but before Karl Rove left he made it obvious that Minnesota’s First Congressional District is at the top of his target list.
The Washington Post reports that, prior to leaving Washington, Karl Rove presented to America’s European Ambassadors his list of the top 20 vulnerable Democrats across the country—and I am on that list. Karl Rove and the National Republican Party have made it clear they will stop at nothing to win Minnesota’s First Congressional District seat in November 2008.
Their reasoning is simple: National Republican leaders believe Karl Rove’s strategy of personal destruction, distraction and misinformation will divide and mislead voters resulting in a narrow Republican victory next fall.
Together, we must send the National Republican Party and Karl Rove a strong message: The American people care about the change we are bringing to Washington. Support today, already so close to the next election, will show Rove and his cronies in the Republican Leadership that we are serious about keeping Democrats in Congress with a strong Majority.
Please visit my website today and contribute $25, $50, $100, $200 or even more. At this early stage in the campaign, it is important to show that our reelection campaign is primed with supporters and donors. They will spend millions on misinformation and I need your support to fight them starting today.
We have all seen what happens when Republicans are in control of Congress. With each new day, the New Democratic Majority uncovers scandal and corruption cultivated under Republican leadership.
Make no mistake; the exit of those closest to President Bush is a direct result of the New Democratic Congress shining a light on corruption and scandal. One of the most staggering examples is the resignation of Attorney General Alberto Gonzales. Politicization of the United States Department of Justice is unacceptable and his resignation is a direct result of the New Democratic Congress holding Alberto Gonzales accountable.
Life was relatively easy for Karl Rove and Alberto Gonzales before my colleagues and I took office on January 4, 2007. Nine months later, we’re still holding President Bush and his Administration accountable for their arrogance and disregard for the rule of law- and our efforts are paying off!
The Democratic Majority is working five days a week in Washington holding hearings and advancing important legislation that has languished for years in a Republican Congress. This, of course, means less time on the campaign trail.
I need your support now to show the National Republicans, Karl Rove and President Bush that, while Congress holds them accountable in Washington, supporters like you will keep our reelection campaigns running strong.
A contribution of $25, $50 or $100 today is essential to show our strength. Please visit my website at http://www.timwalz.org or click here to make a secure donation through my website.
Thank you for your continued support as we strive to make permanent the change we brought to Washington. I hope you will help keep this First Congressional District seat in good hands as we get closer to Election Day.
Best wishes,
Congressman Tim Walz
P.S. With four challengers already lined up and a National Republican Party prepared to spend millions to take this seat back, I need your help today. Federal law allows an individual to contribute up to $2,300 for the Primary Election and $2,300 for the General Election. Please consider giving what you can today.
P.P.S. I am honored to have your support for my reelection campaign. Donations of any amount are greatly appreciated, and every dollar counts!