(From the diaries -- SusanG)For all the introductory stuff and links to previous diaries in this series, please look below the fold.
This Roundup Diary covers the period from 7:00 AM Friday, 9/1 to 7:00 AM EDT Saturday, 9/2.
Today's Menu Includes:
53 Diaries Overall
- 17 On House races
- With 14 covering individual Districts in 12 states
- 15 On Senate races
- Representing 9 different states
- 13 On Various election races
- Encompassing Governor, Secretary of State, Local, and more
- 8 General election-related diaries
Over 500 diaries served to date. Enjoy the Holiday weekend, please try the veal, and don't forget to tip the staff - they work hard for you!
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This is an attempt to compile a fairly comprehensive listing of election-related diaries that have recently been posted. Most of them are House or Senate races but there are also some local ones, as well as the occasional 'general info' diary.
Reminder - If you are doing a diary on a specific race, particularly a House or Senate race, PLEASE, put the race number (or XX-Sen) at the beginning of the diary header. More diarists are now doing this and it is immensely helpful.
For all the introductory stuff and previous diaries in this series, please see:
Election Race Diary Rescue Roundup (8/22)
Election Race Diary Rescue Roundup (8/23)
Election Race Diary Rescue Roundup (8/24 - 75 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Diary Rescue Roundup (8/25 - 74 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Diary Rescue Roundup (8/27 - 72 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Diary Rescue Roundup (8/28 - 71 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Diary Rescue Roundup (8/29 - 10 WEEKS TO GO!)
Election Race Diary Rescue Roundup (8/30 - 69 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Diary Rescue Roundup (8/31 - 68 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Diary Rescue Roundup (9/ 1 - 67 Days to Daylight)
(7:00 AM, Friday, 9/1 to 7:00 AM, Saturday, 9/2): (53 diaries)
(Alphabetical, starting from L)
House (17)
MD-04: Donna Edwards' smackdown of Al Wynn (VIDEO) by Sharon in MD - Brief diary with links to youtube video and donation site for Donna Edwards in her Dem primary challenge of incumbent Al Wynn.
(NC-05) Ready for Racism by faithfull - Extensive look at the issue of racism and how it relates to Repub incumbent Virginia Foxx, who faces challenge from Roger Sharpe (D).
(NC-08)Larry Kissell - The Blue Moon Candidate by momoaizo - Photo-essay of gathering of supporters of Dem Larry Kissel, who challenges incumbent Robin Hayes (R).
(NE-02) Mr. Rumsfeld, you called me a Nazi appeaser, and that pisses me off. (NE-02) by DMOmaha - Open-letter rant directed at Secretary of State, while promoting Dem challenger Jim Esch in his battle with incumbent Lee Terry (R).
(NH-02) NH Papers Take House Republicans to Task for Bullshit Immigration Hearing by Miss Laura - Local newspaper editorials take incumbent Repub Charlie Bass to task for "dog and pony show" of hearings on immigration.
NM-01: USA Today Writeup on Wilson's Ties to Bush by fbihop - Recap of USA Today profile of local race looking at Dem challenger Patricia Madrid while tying Repub incumbent Heather Wilson to the President.
NY-20: Side Note on the Sweeney - Gillibrand race in upstate NY by xaxnar - Analysis of local article relating to incumbent Repub John Sweeney and a look into his race against Dem challenger Kirsten Gillibrand.
NY-29: Randy Kuhl's deceptive new ad by Pogues Fan - Brief diary critiquing new ad distributed by Repub incumbent Randy Kuhl in his race against Fighting Dem challenger Eric Massa.
(PA-09) The phone book is here! The new Phone book is here! by DvilleDem - Very brief diary with link announcing that Dem challenger Tony Barr's revised website is up.
TN-09: A seat worth fighting for (1 of 3) by Sidof79 - First of series provides analysis of race between Dem Steve Cohen against opponents Mark White (R) and Jake Ford (I).
Tx-19: $5 Friday - You Can Change the World by Xpatriated Texan - Detailed information about campaign of Dem challenger Robert Ricketts and request for small-dollar donations.
WA-05, Local: Peter Goldmark Amber Waves Tour: Pullman by fuzzex - Latest roundup of events and appearances by Dem challenger Peter Goldmark in his race to unseat incumbent Cathy McMorris (R), plus info on local races.
CA-44 Louis Vandenberg presents American Fundamentalists by UCRJames - Diarist makes some noise in support of Dem challenger Louis Vandenberg in his tough battle against incumbent Ken Calvert (R).
CO-4/5/6: Colorado Congressional Candidates in the Spotlight by BudMan - A look at Dem candidates in three key races; Angie Paccione (CO-04), Jay Fawcett (CO-05) and Bill Winter (CO-06).
(CT-Var) Taking Back the House State by State - CONNECTICUT! by ultrageek - Latest in series serves up all of the Nutmeg State's House races to kick off the holiday weekend.
(FL-24) Tom Feeney Paying for Clint Curtis Ads?? by Guvner - Very brief diary with link suggesting Tom Feeney paid for automated message supporting Dem opponent Clint Curtis.
(IN-Var) Indiana: Center of the World by mhojo - A look at story from indystar.com highlighting races of Dem candidates Joe Donnelly (IN-02), Brad Ellsworth (IN-08), and Baron Hill (IN-09).
Senate (15)
MD-Sen: Primary Debate Discussion UPDATE: now with Podcast by andy k - Brief diary with link to podcast of generally agreeable Dem primary debate between Kweisi Mfume and Ben Cardin.
MT-Sen: More proof of Burns' senility by kos - Front page item by Markos questions faculties of incumbent Repub Conrad Burns as he desperately tries to hold off Dem challenger Jon Tester.
OH-Sen: Brown (D) Airs First TV Ad by YellowDogSammy - Link to first TV ad produced by campaign of Dem challenger Sherrod Brown as he launches challenge to incumbent Mike DeWine (R).
PA-Sen: Rick Santorum- Let The Mud Slinging Begin by nowheredesign - Incumbent Repub Rick Santorum starts negative ad campaign against Bob Casey (D) as diarist bemoans the lack of ads from the challenger's camp.
(PA-Sen) Santorum Aides Said To Be Seeking Other Jobs by State Rep Mark Cohen Dem PA - Rumors begin to circulate that incumbent Repub Rick Santorum's aides are looking elsewhere for work, and gives more reasons to support challenger Bob Casey (D).
TN-Sen: Really Stupid Attack by R o o k - Repub Bob Corker puts out "Leave It To Beaver" attack ad against Dem Harold Ford, Jr., calling him "Eddie Haskell on Steroids."
(VA-Sen) Allen Declines Thurgood Marshall Award by semiot - Latest in saga as incumbent George Allen (R) turns down "leadership" award after scholarship donors threaten to withdraw funding.
(VA-Sen) Fighting George Allen Spin by Templar - Diarist shares email voicing displeasure with ill-fated choice of incumbent George Allen (R) to earn Thurgood Marshall award.
(VA-Sen) The "Folks" George Allen "Stands With" by lowkell - A look at some of the "folks" - both literal and figurative - that incumbent Repub George Allen stands with, as he tries to hold off challenge from Jim Webb (D).
(VA-Sen) Allen and "Macaca" Needs to Stay in the News by Ivan Carter - Argument made for importance of keeping incumbent George Felix Allen's (R) racial slur in the spotlight as he tries to hold off Dem challenger Jim Webb.
VA-Sen: Allen was against black colleges before he was for them by davidkc - More debunking of any claim Repub George Allen may have had to supporting black colleges and in any way earning kudos from the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund.
WA-Sen: MORE DIRT on McGavick by Mumon - Republican Mike McGavick's DUI from the past, his mendacious apology for it, and other dirt about challenger to Dem incumbent Maria Cantwell.
(AZ-Sen) AZ-Sen: Arizona Poll results: real and bizarre push poll by HairOnFire - A look at contest between Dem Jim Pederson and incumbent Jon Kyl (R), along with other polling data from the state.
(HI-Sen) The Case against Mr. Case by Keone Michaels - Review of Dem debate gives the nod to incumbent Daniel Akaka over challenger Ed Case.
(SEN-Var) Updated Weekly Senate Rankings (Ohio Moves to Number 2)by DemUnity. Latest installment in weekly series provides lineup of each Senate race with detailed analysis and easy-to-read charts to show who's who.
Various (13)
(MA-SoS) John Bonifaz: Galvin a No-Show Again by railer - Item accusing Dem incumbent Bill Galvin of disrespecting opponents John Bonifaz (D) and Jill Stein (GR) by failing to show for debate.
(MD-AG) Update re MD-AG: Tom Perez Endorses Stu Simms by Alegre - Tom Perez recently removed from race in court decision, hands endorsement to Stu Simms in upcoming Dem primary.
(MD-State) MD-Delegate 18 - Dr. Dana Beyer - A Winning Transgendered Candidate? by tbrucegodfrey - A look at issues surrounding the candidacy of Dr. Dana Beyer, who is running locally in the 18th Legislative District.
(NV-Gov) (NV) Governor's Race: Titus vs Gibbons by fivefouranonymous - Overview of Democrat Dina Titus' aggressive campaign in a very close race against Jim Gibbons (R), along with Zogby polling data and encouragement to get involved in Governor's races.
(OH-Gov) Will Blackwell Run His Own Election? by dpotts - A look at recent history raises concern over Repub candidate Ken Blackwell serving as Secretary of State in his own race with Dem opponent Ted Strickland.
(OR HD-39) OR's GOP House Majority Leader Skirts Truth in Candidate Forum by Mike Caudle for State Rep - Debate between Dem Mike Caudle and (R) Wayne Scott shows Scott gave misleading answers about police staffing cuts in 39th district state House race.
(TX-AG)Texas Dem Party-When "Rebuild" means "Undermine" by boadicea - Attorney General candidate David Van Os confronts state Dem party on designation of "rebuilding" year.
(CA-Gov) Phil Angelides Maybe/Sorta Supports Single-Payer Health Care? by fairleft - Critical analysis of Dem challenger Phil Angelides' confused position on universal health care.
CA-GOV: The End of the California Republican Party by dday - Analysis shows how even Repub Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's choices show that progressive policies rule the day, not conservative ones.
(CA-Mayor) Mercury News Continues To Inaccurately Slam Chavez by sjmayorwatch - Deconstruction of an attack article on San Jose Dem candidate Cindy Chavez.
(CA-State) Ferial Masry on Local TV Show by Sicboy185 - Brief diary announcing September 4 TV appearance and upcoming events of Ferial Masry, who is running in the 37th AD.
(HI-Var) Hawai'i Will be a Republican State in 20 Years by pyrrho - A look at politics in the Aloha State and concern that it will soon become red due to Repub defections to the Democratic Party.
IL-Gov: 3 Steps for a Topinka (R) Win by Eloy - Outline of events that must occur in order for Repub challenger Judy Baar Topinka to unseat incumbent Rod Blagojevich (D).
General (8)
Guerrilla Vlogger: People Powered Media - Edwards, Lamont and Deval Patrick by mbair - A look at the potential effect of youtube and video blogging on the upcoming elections.
The Abramoff 53 = BIG GOP Trouble. And you can Help! by dengre - Diarist's extensive research ties no less than 53 Repub candidates to Jack Abramoff.
PBS NOW: Block The Vote by zappini - Notice with link to schedule and listings for program addressing voting issues and election integrity.
Democrats in 30 Seconds by matthewtlh - Florida Democratic organization holds contest to produce best campaign ad.
James Dobson's Senate Control Strategy by illinifan 17 - LA Times article looks at Focus on Family's James Dobson's new "voter registration" program, and its potential impact on various races.
Fighting Like it's not 1896 (or How I Decided to Work the System and Register Voters) by Abraham Running For Congress When I Turn 25 - Detailed discussion displaying the good and bad of US voting habits and what the diarist intends to do about it.
AFL-CIO to spend $40 Mil on Midterms by ManfromMiddletown - Graphic look at how labor is essential when it comes to supporting Democratic candidates.
Florida Primaries are THIS TUESDAY - Volunteers Needed Statewide! by boofdah - Last-minute call for volunteers in a variety of capacities for this coming Tuesday's Florida primaries.