CA-11: Jerry McNerney: "Setting the record straight on Iraq"

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Tuesday August 21, 2007 · 12:03 PM PDT

2007/08/21 · 12:03

The following was cross-posted on Jerry's Blog this morning -- Eden w/ McNerney for Congress

As you know, I ran for Congress to change the way Washington works and restore honesty, integrity and accountability to our federal government. Now that I am serving you in our nation's capital, fulfilling this promise means engaging in an open and ongoing dialogue with my constituents and supporters about the issues that concern all of us the most.

The war in Iraq is, of course, the most significant issue of our time.

A few weeks ago, I was honored to lead a bipartisan, all-freshman Congressional delegation to Iraq to gain a deeper understanding of the conflict. As I discovered, it's one thing to read about what's going on there. But it's quite another to witness it firsthand and experience it personally.

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Tuesday May 29, 2007 · 9:16 PM PDT

2007/05/29 · 21:16

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NOTE: Due to the dKos database downtime yesterday, this diary was not posted (it was x-posted at Calitics and MyDD). Still, please consider taking this action, an idea suggested to Jerry McNerney after a supporter read this Daily Kos diary titled "Will he still love me?" by testvet6778.
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Yesterday was Memorial Day, a time to recognize and honor the men and women who have given their lives in service to our nation for over two centuries, from the American Revolution to the current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan.

While this day is always a solemn national event, I know many Americans felt a profound sense of pain on this particular Memorial Day. The thoughts and feelings you have expressed to me about how to support our troops in this time of war -- in-person at my "Congress At Your Corner" events, by phone, through email, or in the hundreds of comments on my blog -- is a reflection of that deep sentiment.

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Thursday April 19, 2007 · 3:08 PM PDT

2007/04/19 · 15:08

Democracy for America just posted the initial DFA Grassroots All-Star standings. Please read the extended text to get the scoop. -- Eden w/ McNerney for Congress

First off, I just want to say what a great time I had at the YearlyKos fundraiser in Washington, DC, on Tuesday night. It was a blast to meet a lot of folks I've only heard about online. You can see some of the pictures from that event, including a photo of me with Dengre, in NYBri's recommended diary.

As many of you know, I defeated Richard Pombo, a seven-term Republican incumbent, and was elected to Congress in 2006 on a wave of grassroots and netroots support. But, what many of you may not know is that I ran in 2004 and lost.

Sometimes, it takes more than one election cycle for voters to realize it's time for a change. That's why I am proud to post the following request of Kossacks on Daily Kos today.

Come over to the other side of this diary for the rest of the story.

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Saturday March 31, 2007 · 9:08 AM PDT

2007/03/31 · 09:08

x-posted at MyDD and Calitics

Hi Kossacks (and MyDD'ers and Calitics'istas) -

I would like to invite all of you to join Congressman Jerry McNerney -- the netroots hero who defeated Richard Pombo -- this afternoon at firedoglake's Blue America. But first, I have some great news to tell you.

On Monday, your votes helped Jerry win Senator John Kerry's national "March Madness" campaign competition (along with Rep. Nancy Boyda, KS-2). As a result, Senator Kerry sent over 3 million people an email yesterday asking them to support Jerry, as well as Rep. Boyda, and Senators Tom Harkin and Mark Pryor.

Last night, you did it again. We asked our grassroots and netroots supporters to "Hit a Home Run for Jerry" by raising $300,000 before the Federal Election Commission's March 31st midnight deadline. And, late last night, you hit it out of the park-- a full 24 hours before the deadline.

More below the flip...

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Wednesday November 01, 2006 · 12:05 AM PST

2006/11/01 · 00:05

You are invited! This event is scheduled for 9 pm in Stockton and is being organized on 24-hours notice. Please spread the word!
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PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON TO CAMPAIGN FOR JERRY MCNERNEY

Former President Bill Clinton will campaign with Jerry McNerney at a Get Out The Vote Rally on Wednesday night in Stockton.

The Democratic nominee for Congress from California's 11th Congressional District, McNerney will introduce President Clinton at a Get Out The Vote Rally for Democratic candidates for local, state, and federal office.

McNerney's challenge to incumbent Republican Richard Pombo has recently emerged as one of the hottest Congressional races in the country. Pombo is a rubber stamp for George Bush's agenda who has been recognized as one of the most corrupt members of Congress. McNerney is a clean energy expert who will help take America in a new direction.

A quote from President Clinton and ticket info below the flip...

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Monday October 16, 2006 · 9:11 AM PDT

2006/10/16 · 09:11

Cross-Posted on Jerry's Blog
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After an incredible whirlwind weekend in which dozens of volunteers walked neighborhoods at 12 events across the district and Jerry McNerney was greeted last night by over 200 supporters on the Klamath Ferry in Stockton, the best news of all came early this morning.

Jerry McNerney just received another huge newspaper endorsement, this time from the San Jose Mercury News. This significant development follows last week's endorsements from the Modesto Bee and The Independent (serving Pleasanton).

The Merc, one of the largest newspapers in California and read by thousands of voters throughout the 11th Congressional District, did not mince words, calling Richard Pombo "a national disgrace to the Republican Party."

More below the fold... Read More

[UPDATED] "Kick Out the Sell-Out: The Good News" by Jerry McNerney (CA-11, Pombo)

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Sunday September 24, 2006 · 12:04 PM PDT

2006/09/24 · 12:04

Hey Kossacks -- I'm posting Jerry's latest letter to his supporters here for you. He's on the campaign trail today, but he might be able to check the comments later if you have any questions for him (I'll join in on the comments as well). Enjoy the good news below. -- Eden w/ McNerney for Congress

Our campaign is on a roll.

It started with beautiful new direct mail pieces flooding the district and TV and radio ads hitting the airwaves (check out these ads at our new web site's multimedia page). From Manteca to Morgan Hill, we're getting our message to the masses and going toe-to-toe with Richard Pombo. Read More

Bush gives Pombo "The Squeeze" (w/ pics!): Can you make it the Kiss of Death? (CA-11)

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Monday August 21, 2006 · 9:27 PM PDT

2006/08/21 · 21:27

So, here's a challenge- can we find a visual image in each race that ties the candidate to Bush visually? -- bruh1's Daily Kos diary on Sunday

On Sunday, bruh1 challenged Kossacks and congressional candidates to link their Republican opponents to George W. Bush. Team McNerney is stepping up to the plate.

Here's President Bush giving Richard Pombo "The Squeeze" in a photo that is proudly posted on Pombo's House web site. Can you help us link Pombo to Bush by spreading "The Squeeze" to every nook and cranny of the blogosphere?

Take a trip below the flip to read Jerry McNerney's piece on Pombo posted today on the Huffington Post... AND an exclusive Daily-Kos-only-never-before-published picture of Jerry McNerney. Read More

General Wes Clark endorses Jerry McNerney! (v. Pombo in CA-11)

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Thursday August 03, 2006 · 9:10 PM PDT

2006/08/03 · 21:10

"To change politics-as-usual, we have to vote for someone besides the usual politicians"
- General Wes Clark

Jerry McNerney received the endorsement of General Wesley Clark today in McNerney's bid to unseat Richard Pombo. This major endorsement follows last week's endorsements from Republican primary candidates Pete McCloskey and Tom Benigno.

"Californians deserve a partner in Washington who values sustainable, clean energy, a sound national security and a robust economy," General Clark said. "That partner is Jerry McNerney whose informed, honest approach to public service is needed in Washington now more than ever. I am pleased to endorse him today."

Republicans endorse McNerney! McCloskey pics/quotes from press conference

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Friday July 28, 2006 · 12:47 PM PDT

2006/07/28 · 12:47

Kossacks -- before cross-posting this from our blog, I just want to thank you for helping Jerry garner the Combined Netroots Endorsement as well as victories over dozens of excellent candidates in Sen. Russ Feingold's YearlyKos Progressive Patriots competition and DFA's 2006 Grassroots All-Star competition. Without your netroots support, those crucial steps on the path to taking down Richard Pombo in November would not have been possible. Thank you!

It's not often that lifelong Republicans endorse a Democrat in a congressional race that could change the balance of power in the House of Representatives. At Wednesday's press conference at McNerney headquarters, however, former Republican primary candidates Pete McCloskey and Tom Benigno decided to place their country above their party.

Communicating the frustration of so many patriotic Republicans who are troubled by Richard Pombo's corruption, McCloskey and Benigno told the assembled throng that they believe Jerry McNerney is ready to restore honesty, integrity and accountability to Washington.

Pics, quotes and action on the flip side... Read More

[UPDATED] CA-11/Pombo: Jerry McNerney responds to Jerome a Paris

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Sunday May 14, 2006 · 6:46 PM PDT

2006/05/14 · 18:46

Update [2006-5-15 6:48:37 by McNerneyforCongress]: Thank you to everyone for making Jerry McNerney's diary the #1 Recommended Diary on Daily Kos! And now Jerome a Paris, the Kossack who originally inspired Jerry to post, is joining in on the comments. Should be a great conversation!

Meanwhile, I have updated the diary to include an extended response from Jerry McNerney regarding avian impacts and hydrogen energy. See his block quote below the "Give Pombo the Boot" button.

Jerry's diary is below the fold.
A.J. Carrillo
Campaign Manager
McNerney for Congress

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Thursday May 11, 2006 · 8:12 AM PDT

2006/05/11 · 08:12

Until now, most political pundits and power-brokers assumed that it was nearly impossible to defeat Richard Pombo in November.

Like a lot of "intelligence" coming out of Washington these days, it turns out that they were wrong.

According to a poll just released, Jerry McNerney would defeat Richard Pombo, if the general election were held today. The poll, conducted May 1-3, shows McNerney leading Pombo 46% to 42%. The poll was conducted for the Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund by respected polling firm Greenberg Quinlan Rosner Research and includes a margin of error of plus or minus 4.9%.

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