After 24 hours of up and downs in my attempt to become a Delegate representing Obama for CD33 in California, the Obama campaign has once again NOT failed me.
I had registered to become a delegate with the California Democratic party a few months ago. As soon as I saw my name posted on a list on the party's site over a month ago I started my campaign.
I reached out to friends and family. I had fliers made and canvased my neighborhood. I set-up a lunch meet and greet at my house the day of the Caucus (this Sunday) where my guest where invited to carpool with me and others to the caucus.
Then yesterday I was served a blow. I was told that the campaigns were purging the lists and I was cut from contention.
Now at first I was a little put off, but it never swayed my backing of Sen. Obama. But I do have to admit I was disappointed.
And then today I got this email:
There has been an extraordinary outpouring of grassroots support for Senator Obama among Democrats and Independents in all 53 California Congressional districts.
In recognition of this tremendous enthusiasm, our campaign has asked the California Democratic Party to allow all persons who have filed to be a district delegate candidate for Senator Obama at the Democratic National Convention to participate in the caucuses this Sunday, April 13, 2008.
We are confident that delegates elected from this pool will reflect the Senator's commitment to a diverse and unified delegation at the National Convention.
An overwhelming number of supporters have signed up to run for delegate, so there will likely be lines and tight space at the caucus locations. We ask for everyone's patience and cooperation.
Most of all, please enjoy this opportunity to meet other Obama supporters and elect delegate candidates to the Convention in Denver.
If you have any questions, please contact Daryl Sprague at dsprague@barackobama.com.
Thanks for your interest and active participation in Barack's campaign to change politics and change America.
David
David Plouffe
Campaign Manager
Obama for America
Thanks Obama campaign!!!...I'm back in the race!!!!