Ever since I wrote my first anti-war letter in October 2002 opposing H.J. Resolution 114 - To Authorize the Use of U.S. Armed Forces against Iraq - and my first anti-war political speech in 2003, I have been active as an independent progessive voice in my community, the City of Chicago and around this great nation.
Even going down to South Carolina in January not knowing what to expect campaigning for Obama and then feeling so empowered and inspired with his message and this movement, then moving on to CA, WI, OH, PA, IN, then to Saint Paul, MN June 3rd - what an incredible journey.
I have donated the max for the primary ($2300), spent countless dollars getting my wife and I to primary states, have knocked on thousands of doors, and worked the phones. Last night's acceptance speech and convention made it all worth it to me - I am humbled by the people I have met and the candidate we support. Every one of you here at Kos I am sure has a story to tell. Mine is small (I am sure), but I will never forget it and will march on until our country is back on track!
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