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From the diaries -- kos)
This Roundup Diary covers the period from 2:00 PM Saturday, 9/9 to 3:00 PM EDT Sunday, 9/10.
Today's Menu Includes:
53 Diaries Overall
- 23 On House races
- With 18 covering individual Districts in 13 states
- 19 On Senate races
- Representing 9 different states
- 6 On Various election races
- Encompassing Governor, Secretary of State, Local, and more
- 5 General election-related diaries
Over 1,000 diaries served to date! And you think YOUR plate is full...
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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 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)
Election Race Roundup (9/4 - 64 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Roundup (9/5 - 9 WEEKS TO GO!)
Election Race Roundup (9/6 - 62 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Roundup (9/7 - 61 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Roundup (9/8 - 60 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Roundup (9/9 - 59 Days to Daylight)
(2:00 PM, Saturday, 9/9 to 3:00 PM, Sunday, 9/10): (53 diaries)
(Alphabetical, starting from U)
House (23)
(VA-05) (VA-5th) A Day with Candidate Al Weed by Granny Doc - Enthusiastic diary recounts day spent with Dem candidate Al Weed, who is in a race against incumbent Virgil Goode (R).
(AZ-08) AZ-08: New Poll Shows Dems Holding Slight Edge or a Toss-Up, Depending on the Rep Nominee by hilltopper - Brief rundown on Tuesday's upcoming primaries, with poll figures and odds on the possible match-ups.
(CA-11) VOLUNTEER! Don't just Sit On Your Butts! by EricS - Brief diary appeals to Bay Area Kossacks in call for volunteers for Dem challenger Jerry McNerney in his race against Richard Pombo (R).
(CA-11) CA-11 / today's precinct walk for Jerry McNerney (and v. Pombo) by cecil vortex - On-the-ground report about volunteer canvassing for challenger Jerry McNerney (D) and how satisfying it can be to walk the walk as he looks to unseat Repub Richard Pombo.
(CA-11) I just struck a blow for Democracy by ripzaw - Diarist encourages readers to follow his lead and "poke" Richard Pombo, who takes on Dem challenger Jerry McNerney.
(CO-06) CO-6 - Fired up for Bill Winter! by Chimes of Freedom - Personal account of diarist's meeting with Bill Winter (D) provides optimistic outlook for his battle with incumbent Repub Tom Tancredo.
(FL-01) Energize America endorsed by Congressional Candidate in FL-01! by Friends of Joe Roberts - Supporters of Dem Joe Roberts info and links on candidate leading up to his challenge of incumbent Jeff Miller (R).
(FL-09) FL-09: Phyllis Busansky v. Gus Bilirakis by SDorn - Lots of links and info on Phyllis Busansky (D) and her challenge to 12-term incumbent Repub Gus (Mike) Bilirakis.
(FL-13) FL-13 May Have Just Become Competitive by Chrisqbn - New real estate scandal involving Repub candidate Vern Buchanan may give the edge to Dem challenger Christine Jennings.
(FL-22) FL-22: Issues with 52-44 Shaw Poll by jeff06dem - Analytical critique of poll in race where challenger Ron Klein (D) is trying to unseat 13-term incumbent Clay Shaw (R).
(IL-14) How Many Illegal Immigrants Labor for Hastert by treesfieldssky] by treesfieldssky - A contrast between incumbent Denny Hastert's (R) position on illegal immigrants and the many ways that he likely personally benefits from their labor.
(IN-06) IN 06 Does your life depend on it? by Congressional Candidates Wife - Sherri Welsh, wife of Dem Barry Welsh, discusses life as the candidate's wife and why it's important to vote like you mean it.
(MI-Var) Michigan's last minute House Race opportunities by democraticavenger - A look at the political climate in Michigan focuses on House races in District 7, 8 and 9.
(MN-05) MN-05: DFL Primary: Ellison, Erlandson, Or Other? by alphaaqua - Choices for Tuesday's Democratic primary include Keith Ellison, and Mike Erlandson; who will it be?
(NE-03) Why Scott Kleeb is going to win NE-03 by Ryan Anderson - Optimistic outlook provides comparrisons of Scott Kleeb (D) and Adrian Smith (R) as they battle for Tom Osbourne's former seat.
(NJ-07) Why Local Netroots/Grassroots Matter by nathanrudy - Diarist shows how bloggers can make a difference in campaigns using challenger Linda Stender (D) and Repub incumbent Mike Ferguson election battle as an example.
(NY-11) A Podcast Interview With Congressional Candidate Chris Owens by intrepidliberal - Repost to link of podcast with additional information on Chris Owens as he hopes to challenge Repub Steve Finger after Tuesday's primary.
(NY-23) View From the Campaign Trail: A Desperate GOP by DrBob - Democratic candidate Bob Johnson, who is battling Repub John McHugh in New York, points out that the supposedly "aggressive" campaign tactic of hitting Dems on national security is actually a desperately defensive act.
(NY-29) NY-29 Massa/Cleland Event (w/message from Cleland and pics!) by Ellicat - Diarist attends picnic event with Fighting Dem Eric Massa and Max Cleland and excerpts Massa's speech in his race against Repub John Kuhl, Jr.
(NY-29) Huge Mistake to Pick on Bill Clinton!!; and Eric Massa News, General Clark News by mikepridmore - Link to Dem challenger Eric Massa's (D) upcoming schedule as well as a link to a complimentary piece composed by a conservative columnist.
(PA-08) PA-08: Another report from the ground by PsiFighter37 - Adventures in training and canvassing with pics, by the Penn College Democrats for candidate Patrick Murphy (D).
(TX-19) TX-19: See the Singin' the AWOL Prairie Dog Blues Video by Xpatriated Texan - Brief diary with link to latest video and campaign website for Dem challenger Robert Ricketts in his fight against incumbent Randy Neugebauer (R).
(House-Var) Part 2 of 2006 Competitive Congressional Races: Second Tier pick-ups (warning long) by Mister Gloom - Second part of extensive roundup features no less than 23 races examined, with links to candidates, cash-on-hand numbers, and other information.
Senate (19)
(UT-Sen) UT-SEN : 6 Events, 200+ miles and a few thousand smiles in 18 hours. by mp - Tons of links in this update of events for Dem challenger Pete Ashdown running against incumbent Orrin Hatch (R).
(VA-Sen) Nancy Reagan sez: My husband didn't mean it. by Kagro X - Analysis of the Repub reaction toward challenger Jim Webb (D) using clips in ad of late President Ronald Reagan praising him.
(VA-Sen) Poor Turnout for George Allen's "Ethnic Community Rally" by GregP - Video depicts sparse turnout at diversity rally for George Allen (R) and other House candidates
(VA-Sen) Apologies by demnan - Suggestion that challenger Jim Webb (D) should apologize for use of former President Ronald Reagan in campaign ad against incumbent Repub Geroge Allen.
(VA-Sen) George Felix Allen endorsed by Ronald Reagan [?] by Whiskey Sam - Comparison to criticism leveled at challenger Jim Webb (D) for use of Ronald Reagan in ads to that of Repub incumbent Geroge Allen, whose website features photo with late President.
(VA-Sen) Webb Closing In - Mason-Dixon poll, within MOE. by Pilgrim Paul - Report of new poll numbers showing Jim Webb (D) closing the gap and now within 4 percentage points of Repub incumbent George Allen.
(VA-Sen) New Poll: Webb-Allen Race a "Tossup" by Leaves on the Current - More analysis of poll showing Jim Webb (D) within the 4 point margin of error against incumbent George Allen (R).
(VA-Sen) VA Sen: Webb within 4 in Richmond Times-Dispatch poll by jpolon - Yet another diary on poll numbers discusses conclusion that George Allen's (R) racial remarks have hurt him badly in his run against Dem Jim Webb.
(VA-Sen) New Webb Ad: Nancy Never Saw It by Red Sox - Diarist speculates that former First Lady Nancy Reagan has likely not seen ad showing President Ronald Reagan speaking highly of Jim Webb.
(VA-Sen) Nancy Reagan "NEVER SAW THE AD!!!" by lowkell - Still another diary about the "negative" James Webb ad that Nancy Reagan apparently didn't see before criticizing.
(VA-Sen) Virginia is NOT Massachusetts! by Todd Smyth - A graphic map points out that the demographics of Virginia call for different political tactics from Dem candidate Jim Webb in his race against George Allen (R).
(WA-Sen) Sen. Cantwell (D-WA) now ahead 17 pts after McGavick (R) slips up DUI story by mhinds01 - Brief diary trumpets latest poll numbers showing Dem incumbent Maria Cantwell with growing lead over Mike McGavick (R) and ties it to challenger's recent revelation of past DUI infraction.
(MD-Sen) Women pick real progressive in MD by golo - Brief diary cites National Organization for Women endorsement of Kweisi Mfume over Benjamin Cardin in Tuesday's upcoming Democratic primary.
(MO-Sen) Bill Clinton endorses Claire McCaskill by cyncynical - Former Repub grandmother reports on Bill Clinton's passionate speech yesterday before thousands in St Louis in rally for Dem Claire McCaskill in her race against incumbent Jim Talent (R).
(NJ-Sen) Use the Path to 911 against Kean in NJ Senate race by jm - Cautionary diary warns against being complacent in Garden State and declares that Dem Robert Menendez should use Tom Kean, Sr.'s stance on the 9/11 movie to tie his opponent Tom Kean Jr. (R) to the Bush administration.
(PA-Sen) Santorum Disagrees with 2/3 of Pennsylvanians (video) by PADem20 - Very brief diary links to incumbent Rick Santorum (R) singing the praises of the President, disagreeing with most of the people he is supposed to represent.
(PA-Sen) PA Sen - Romanelli Revelations? (w/poll) by Liberaltarian - Diarist takes Democrats to task for their challenge to Green candidate Carl Romanelli, and is in turn taken to task in the comments.
(RI-Sen) HUGE NYT Story: Rhode Island Senate by fogonthedowns - Quick diary on NYT story saying that if Steve Laffey wins in Tuesday's GOP primary, the national party will not contest in the general election.
(TN-Sen) TN-Sen: Progress in the streets matches progress in the polls (with poll) by Sidof79 - Diarist shares experiences working with campaign of Harold Ford, Jr. (D) along with stats on the day's canvassing in the race against Repub Bob Corker.
Various (6)
(FL-Gov) Florida's Governor After Jeb bush by gatordem - Overview of race between Dem candidate Jim Davis and Repub Charlie Crist, along with potential implications on both the state and the national level.
(FL-Gov) FL-GOV: Davis closer to Crist in latest Rasmusssen poll (45-41) by SDorn - Latest poll figures have Dem Jim Davis closing the gap on Charlie Crist (R) and picking up important endorsements plus good press coverage (with links).
(MA-Gov) MA Gov: Boston Globe Endorses Deval Patrick by Frederick Clarkson - Challenger Deval Patrick scores important endorsement from the Boston Globe in upcoming Democratic primary.
(MA-Gov) Boston Globe Endorses Grassroots Candidate Deval Patrick for Gov by lynne 1 - Another look at Boston Globe endorsement of Deval Patrick over opponents Chris Gabrieli and Tom Reilly in September 19 Democratic primary.
(MN-State) MN-Leg: Vulnerable Senate and House Seats for '06 by Mark27 - Analysis of variety of state legislative seats and suggestion that Dems could be poised for significant gains.
(Various) 'Super Tuesday' for Fighting Dem Vets - Recap and Overview by Fighting Dem Vets - Links and info abound in this diary on Fighting Dem Vets who are running for office as Tuesday's primaries approach.
General (5)
Bush to push for privatization in 2007 by dole4pineapple - Brief diary suggesting that Democrats should challenge their Repub opponents to sign a pledge never to privatize social security.
outrage and infrastructure by kid oakland - Ideas on building a more cohesive, long lasting, progressive block for successful elections.
Sipping from the firehose, or keeping up with Daily Kos by dmsilev - Tips on searching Daily Kos for election info and other things (including a link to a certain diary compilation).
GOP Senate online fundraising-eye opening by philinmaine - Shares a republican memo that shows how the GOP inflames their base to get donations.
My Hapless Attempts to Become a Voter in MD by El Zmuenga - Election board inefficiency abounds as El Zmuenga attempts to register to vote in Maryland.