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From the diaries -- kos)
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 Sunday, 9/3 to 7:00 AM EDT Monday, 9/4.
Today's Menu Includes:
48 Diaries Overall
- 19 On House races
- With 18 covering individual Districts in 13 states
- 17 On Senate races
- Representing 11 different states
- 7 On Various election races
- Encompassing Governor, Secretary of State, Local, and more
- 5 General election-related diaries
Over 600 diaries served to date. Read all ya want, we'll find more!
Volunteers still needed! - We expect this project to expand greatly as the election approaches and all help will be appreciated. (Incredible thanks to volunteers Nightprowlkitty, Alma, pattyp, Patriot Daily, Sevah, suejazz, LandofEnchantment, dannyinla, randallt, and newcomers edgery, KnotIookin and cdale777.)
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 Roundup (9/2 - 66 Days to Daylight) (with links to first 10 diaries in series, covering 8/22-9/1).
Election Race Roundup (9/3 - 65 Days to Daylight)
(7:00 AM, Sunday, 9/3 to 7:00 AM, Monday, 9/4): (48 diaries)
(Alphabetical, starting from N)
House (19)
(NH-01) There Goes another Rubber Stamp Man by hannah - Quotes from Portsmouth Herald editorial endorsing progressive Carol Shea-Porter over DCCC sponsored Jim Craig in Dem primary.
NH-02: Charlie Bass: The Dog Ate My Iraq Accountability by Republic Not Empire - Analysis of Repub Charlie Bass' lack of accountability on the issues, showing his blind support for the administration while providing yet another reason to support Dem challenger Paul Hodes.
NJ-07: Ferguson Won't Give Working Poor A Raise Unless He Gets A Tax Break by nathanrudy - Examination of incumbent Mike Ferguson's (R) "connections" as well as his previous positions on the minimum wage.
NY-03: Peter King is an Asshole! (Episode 8) by pontificator - After a brief respite, a return of ongoing series regarding the finer episodes of Repub incumbent Peter King, who is being vigorously challenged for his seat by Dave Mejias (D).
(NY-29) Notes from the Campaign Trail by Eric Massa - Fighting Dem Eric Massa describes how his campaign is going, from issues to schedules to strategy, in running against Repub incumbent Randy Kuhl.
PA-08: My first report from the ground by PsiFighter37 - Diarist provides personal account of experience as a volunteer for Fighting Dem Patrick Murphy, challenger to Repub incumbent Mike Fitzpatrick.
TX-10: Blog-buzzing Poll for Fighting Dem Ted Ankrum - Ted Live Blogging by Fighting Dem Vets - Overview of results of poll commissioned by Dem challenger Ted Ankrum showing strong possibility of victory over Repub incumbent Michael McCaul.
TX-19: $5 Friday Extended by Xpatriated Texan - Diarist thanks those who donated to Dem challenger Robert Rickett's campaign against incumbent Repub Randy Neubegauer and asks us to dig a little deeper for that extra $5.
(VA-11) Tom Davis ties to Abramoff's and K Street Project though Mattoon by achamblee - Repub incumbent Tom Davis is tied Jack Abramoff, highlighting reason to vote for challenger Andy Hurst (D), with links for Hurst.
(CA-19) This Is What Small-Town Campaigning Looks Like (CA-19) by willers - Photo-diary about the Mariposa County Fair provides look at Dem challenger TJ Cox campaigning in his race against incumbent George Radanovich (R).
(CO-05) More SoCon vs. BizCon Fun in Colorado by Stagarite - A look at Repub infighting in race between Douglas L. Lamborn (R) and Dem Jay Fawcett.
(CO-06) BILL WINTER, CO-06: Rockefeller Republican? by Bill Winter - Dem candidate Bill Winter, running against Repub incumbent Tom Tancredo, blogs his thoughts on uniting Americans healing the partisan divide in today's politics.
CT-5 Declared "Toss-Up" by ebilm - Rothenberg Political Report upgrades race from "Leans Republican" to "Toss-up" as Dem challenger Chris Murphy gains on incumbent Nancy Johnson (R).
(FL-Var) Fighting Dem Spotlight on the Florida Primary - Jack Chagnon (FL-07) Live Blogging by Veterans for a Secure America - Democratic challenger Jack Chagnon liveblogs for fellow Fighting Dems in Florida; Joe Roberts (FL-01), Rick Penberthy (FL-05), Dave Bruderly (FL-06), Al Fox (FL-11), Bob Bowman (FL-15), John M. Kennedy (FL-15) and Dave Patrick (FL-18), including detailed descriptions of all candidates and excellent comment thread.
GA-06: It's not the party, its the principles ... by Andre in Atlanta - Brief diary with donation links outlining reasons to vote for Dem challenger Steve Sinton over incumbent Tom Price (R).
(HI-02) HI-02 Warriors or soldiers - questions from a candidate for Congress by Gary Hooser - An appeal by State Senator Gary Hooser for support from Kossacks in Dem primary on September 23.
(IL-06) Tammy Duckworth gives Peter Roskam a truth smackdown by RedheadLiberal - Brief diary with pictures of recent ads distributed Dem Tammy Duckworth with direct refutation of previous ads of opponent Peter J. Roskam (R).
(MN-02) WhoTF is Christopher J. Ward? by chriscol - Diarist examines donation records for Repub incumbent John Kline, who faces challenge from Coleen Rowley (D).
(MN-06) Bass Fishermen Against Bush: Protest in MN (photos near MN-06) by Kayabiker - Pictures and analysis highlight innovative protest against President as he campaigns for Repub and religious right candidate Michele Bachmann in her race with netroots candidate Patty Wetterling (D).
Senate (17)
NJ-Sen: Too Little, Too Late from Kean Jr. on Iraq by Scott Shields - A look at Repub candidate Tom Kean's series of flip-flops on Iraq, wanting to "stay the course," and accusing Dem opponent Bob Menendez of the old "cut-and-run."
(NV- Sen) NV Sen: New Poll...Oh, Yea of little faith!! by stevelungrin - A look at encouraging WSJ Online/Zogby poll numbers showing virtual tie between incumbent John Ensign (R) and Dem challenger Jack Carter (D).
NY-SEN: What primary? The Presidential Primary? No? by Buffalo Girl - Analysis of next Tuesday's Dem primary arguing that challenger Jonathan Tasini is not a credible challenger, while providing ideas as to how to better challenge incumbent Hillary Clinton.
(PA-Sen) Casey v Santorum, MTP, Sept 3 by centerdem - Brief observations on Meet the Press debate between Dem challenger Bob Casey and incumbent Rick Santorum (R).
(PA-Sen) Countering Santorum's Bullshit by Hkingsley - Point by point refutation of Repub Rick Santorum's "talking points" responses in Sunday's MTP debate with Dem challenger Bob Casey.
(PA-Sen) Casey and Santorum Debate by Sean Casey - Analysis of Meet the Press debate yesterday between incumbent Rick Santorum (R) and Dem challenger Bob Casey.
PA-Sen: Did Casey lose the MTP debate? by mhinds01 - Diarist asks key question on Santorum-Casey debate, with extensive comments.
RI-Sen: Rumsfeld Still Doesn't Get It by sheldon whitehouse - Dem candidate Sheldon Whitehouse criticizes a recent speech by Secretary of Defense at the American Legion's national convention.
TN-Sen: 911 Scandal Is Big! by R o o k - Recommended diary details travails of Repub Bob Corker's connection to failure to respond to 911 calls, as he tries to hold off challenge from Dem Harold Ford, Jr.
(VA-Sen) Good news and bad news in VA by fstlicho - Some pros and cons in the race between incumbent George Allen (R) and Dem challenger Jim Webb.
(VA-Sen) Defending George Allen. Come on KOS! This is a media thing by New Sweden - Interesting response to Swedish diarist's letter to Virginia newspaper supporting Dem challenger Jim Webb, where editor calls into question the veracity of thinking George Allen (R) is racist.
(VA-Sen) Jim Webb's Labor Day Kickoff -- YouTube Videos by GregP - Link to video and picture-laden diary highlighting challenger Jim Webb (D) as well as other candidates.
(WA-Sen) Common Sense for the Common Good by mariawells - Invitation for NY area Kossaks to event on September 10 for incumbent Dem Maria Cantwell, including DSCC Chair Chuck Schumer as a special guest.
ME-SEN Latest Survey: Republican Snowe at 53% by jeanhaybright - Recent survey shows Dem candidate Jean Hay Bright is gaining on Repub incumbent Olympia Snowe (with link in comments).
MO-Sen McCaskill-Talent Even in Senate Race by ttoddsnyder - Look at various polling data in tight race between Dem challenger Claire McCaskill and well-funded Repub Jim Talent.
(MS-Sen) The Campaign You'll Ignore by fivefouranonymous - Importance of 50-State Strategy is addressed in analysis of under-the-radar campaign of Dem challenger Erik Fleming, hoping to unseat incumbent Trent Lott (R).
(VAR-Sen) 2006 Could Be a Record Year for Women Senators by davidkc - Overall look at conditions where women politicians might make record gains in 2006.
Various (7)
(NM-Var) NM-01, 02, 03, Sen: Madrid, Wilson Tied; Udall, Bingaman Safe by imaPROgressive - Poll numbers and analysis punctuate this comprehensive look at races for Senate and all three House seats.
(TN-Var) TN politics may cause a loss for Democrats across this Country! by America08 - Lament over disarray of the Democratic Party's support of Tennessee races and concern that it will adversely affect other races around the country.
(CA-Gov) Satanic Schwarzenegger vs. angelic Angelides? by David Boyle - Diarist provides a mnemonic for framing the race between incumbent Repub Arnold Schwarzenegger and challenger Phil Angelides (D).
(MD-Var) The Big Elephant in the Room - Maryland's Race Problem by FischFry - Extensive analysis of various races focusing on the battle between Ike Legett and Steve Silverman for Montgomery County Executive, and Doug Gansler and Stuart Simms in the Dem primary for Attorney General, and showing how race has become an issue.
(MI-GOV) Ad Nags: very disappointed by lack of respect for Bush by rustydude - Brief diary cites NY Times writer apparently criticizing Repub canditate Dick DeVos for questioning the President.
(MI-Gov) Excellent Anti-DeVos video by Nazgul35 - Brief diary linking to YouTube ad revealing Repub Dick DeVos to be a liar in this race between him and Dem incumbent Jennifer Granholm.
(MT-Var) Is Montana Still a Red State? by neoconsuck - Encouragement over Howard Dean's mention of Montana races and how deregulation can be a winning issue for Dems in upcoming elections.
General (5)
Report: Testing of Diebold AccuVote TSx by zappini - Diarist describes the testing started on August 29 of Kings County, WA, Diebold voting machines.
Turning the party upside down in a literal way...Dean's goal by floridagal - A look at Howard Dean's 50-State strategy with links supporting this important change for the Democratic Party.
Fall Election Narrative Emerging: Dems Poised to Retake House w/update by ollieb - Several news outlets cited as noting Democrats' promising chances in upcoming election.
Help Verified Voting in Florida by cjacob - The Sarasota Alliance for Fair Elections needs help in getting their vote verification amendment on the 2006 ballot.
Creating a personal political action plan by bently - A look at how you can still help with the elections even if you can't sign up for working for a campaign.