Democracy for America chose thirty three candidates who are running for Congress from across the United States. We're asking the netroots community to vote on who gets the next DFA-List endorsement. Five candidates have pulled into the lead, but there are plenty of others that could pull ahead in the next few days. It's up to you to vote:
www.democracyforamerica.com/housevote
Here's a look at a few more candidates.
Nancy Skinner
Nancy is running in the 9th Congressional District in Michigan. After the floods of 1993, she persuaded the White House to coordinate numerous federal agencies to rebuild towns in a sustainable way. With experience with the environment, media, and development, Nancy will go to Congress to create jobs and economic development while being environmentally sustainable.
Learn more at: http://www.skinnerforcongress.com
Tony Trupiano
Tony is running in the 11th Congressional District in Michigan. As a nationally syndicated radio show host, former small business owner, and former teacher, Tony has extensive experience working in and for his community. He has long opposed the war in Iraq. Tony will work to protect quality jobs in Michigan and he will fight for fiscal responsibility in government.
Check out Tony's website at: http://www.tony4congress2006.com
Tim Walz
Tim Walz is running in the 1st Congressional District in Southern Minnesota. He is an award-winning public educator and the founder of a nonprofit organization that facilitates educational trips to China for local students. Tim served in Operation Enduring Freedom with his National Guard unit and retired last year at the rank of Command Sergeant Major. In Congress, Tim will be an independent leader for southern Minnesota. He will work to ensure America both invests in students and fulfills promises made to veterans.
Find out more at: http://www.timwalz.org
Coleen Rowley
Coleen is running in the 2nd Congressional District in Southern Minnesota. She served as an FBI special agent from 1981 to 2003. Her priorities include ethical decision making, national security, and domestic advancement. Coleen will also work hard for universal health care and energy independence.
Learn more on Coleen's website: http://www.coleenrowley.com
Duane Burghard
Duane is running in the 9th Congressional District in Northeast Missouri. He is a Navy Veteran with 13 years of experience as the CEO of an independent Apple Computer dealership. Duane is focused on fiscal responsibility, developing an energy policy, and introducing legislative oversight. He also supports getting politics out of science and reducing dependence on foreign oil.
For more information: http://www.burghardforcongress.org/
Larry Kissell
Larry is running in the 8th Congressional District in central North Carolina. He is a high school social studies teacher who worked in textile management before the jobs went south. Larry's priorities include stopping bad trade deals, strengthening social security, and improving the education system. He also wants to reduce the national debt burden and protect the environment.
Check out Larry's website:http://www.larrykissell.com
Only three more days to choose your Grassroots All-Star. Vote today!