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From the diaries -- kos)
This Roundup Diary covers the period from 1:00 PM Saturday, 9/30 to 1:00 PM EDT Sunday, 10/1.
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Today's Menu Includes:
58 Diaries Overall
- 29 On House races
- With 21 covering individual Districts in 14 states
- 16 On Senate races
- Representing 7 different states
- 9 On Various election races
- Encompassing Governor, Secretary of State, Local, and more
- 3 General election-related diaries
Over 2,500 diaries served to date!!!
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 (9/12 - EIGHT WEEKS TO GO!) (with links to second 10 diaries in series, covering 9/2-9/11).
Election Race Roundup (9/22 - 46 Days to Daylight) (with links to third 10 diaries in series, covering 9/12-9-21).
Election Race Roundup (9/23 - 45 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Roundup (9/24 - 44 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Roundup (9/25 - 43 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Roundup (9/26 - SIX WEEKS TO GO!)
Election Race Roundup (9/27 - 41 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Roundup (9/28 - 40 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Roundup (9/29 - 39 Days to Daylight)
Election Race Roundup (9/30 - 38 Days to Daylight)
(1:00 PM, Saturday, 9/30 to 1:00 PM, Sunday, 10/1): (58 diaries)
(Alphabetical, starting from V)
House (30)
(CA-04) CA-04: Help Charlie Brown take out the Abramoff Trash by dengre - The diarist shows how the Republicans who have ties to the " Abramoff 65" were defeated in Georgia and that the same information can be used to help the campaign of Charlie Brown (D) against John Doolittle (R) as well as in a Texas race - (TX-04) to help Glen Melancon (D) in the race against Ralph Hall(R).
(CA-49) CA-49, Jeeni Criscenzo-Our First October Surprise by IvyTodd - Diarist uses Dem Jeeni Criscenzo's own words to illustrate the good value of this candidate, who's challenging Repub Darrel Issa, the man who brought us the California recall of Governor Gray Davis.
(CO-05) CO-05: Hastert (R-Pedo-Protector) endorses Lamborn ("R-Christian") by Bud Man - House Speaker Hastert (R) endorsed Doug Lamborn (R) in the race against Jay Fawcett (D) whose military experience in the Gulf War goes a little deeper than writing a bill to make Bronze Star license plates.
(FL-16) Foley Page Scandal First Broke on Independent Weblog by autoegocrat - Prior to Mark Foley (R) resigning, e-mails accusing him of inappropriate sexual advances had already been published on an independent blog; Tim Mahoney is the Democratic candidate running in FL-16.
(FL-16) Florida - The Rules Are Different Here by gatordem - Mark Foley (R) resigns his candidacy against Tim Mahoney (D) in the wake of Pagegate, and this scandal isn't the only unusual thing to be happening in Florida electoral races.
(FL-16) No one could have anticipated that a sexual predator would lie. by PaulinSF - Insightful analysis of the Foley situation focuses on GOP cynicism and betrayal of trust.
(FL-16) Hastert Knew by craigb - Diarist excerpts this morning's WaPo article confirming Repub Tom Reynolds' confirmation that Hastert knew of the Foley mess and that Hastert doesn't dispute the charge.
(IL-14) IL-04: Let's pull a "Double Foley" by Battling Maxo - The diarist urges that Dennis Hastert (R) be held accountable for the actions of Rep. Mark Foley (R) and that he be defeated like ex-Speaker Tom Foley (D) was in 1994; donations to the campaign of John Laesch (D) will help do this.
(IL-14) Flashback Interview: Meet John Laesch, Hastert's Successor by MrLiberal - John Laesch (D) is running against Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert (R) and has excellent ideas and credentials for this job; his campaign has raised more money than any other candidate against Hastert.
(IL-14) Defeat Dennis Hastert -- Help John Laesch!!! by Bloodman - A point is made that, due to his involvement in the Foley scandal, Dennis Hastert (R) may become vulnerable; John Laesch (D) is opposing him.
(IL-14) Response to Hastert-Foley Pagegate Scandal by John Laesch - John Laesch (D) is running against Dennis Hastert (R) and asks for your support in this, and also support for Danny Stover (D) who is running against John Shimkus (R) in IL-19.
(IL-14) My Daily Donation | E-37 | $20 to John Laesch by cmanaster - Today's daily donation, and matching funds, goes to Dem John Laesch in his battle with House Speaker Dennis Hastert (R), who is caught up in the Foley scandal. Check out how much cmanaster has raised in the chart. Fantastic!
(IL-14) Help `Restore Our Democracy' and support John Laesch by clammyc - Restore Our Democracy has picked their second candidate to receive funds from the sale of their cool Constitutional Scroll pins. Dem John Laesch will be the recipient this time in his race against Repub Dennis Hastert. Linky goodness abounds.
(IL-19) John Shimkus (IL-19) Protects Pedophiles by Philosophe Forum - St. Louis Post Dispatch internet article pours sugar on Repub John Shimkus' version of his response to Foley's actions, but all the sugar in the world won't sweeten his lies. Vote for Dem Danny Stover and help clean up this mess in Congress.
(IN-09) Latest Republican Sleaze in IN09 by MrMime - Diarist received a mailing from the Indiana Republican State Committee. It stated that "Baron Hill (D) has a problem with traditional marriage."
(LA-05) LA-05: Alexander Has to Go by StupendousMan - Diarist asks for Support for Gloria Williams Hearn (D) who is challenging Republican Rodney Alexander (the first to learn of Mark Foley's (R) suggestive emails).
(MN-02) MN-02 John Kline and the Failed House Leadership; Aware of pedophile, GOP leadership did nothing by georgeeve - Diarist makes the case that Repub John Kline was instrumental in supporting John Boehner to high leadership in the party, thus creating the sleazy atmosphere in which Foley could play his little games. Dem Coleen Rowley is a breath of fresh air who should be supported as Kline's replacement.
(NC-11) (NC-11) Heath Shuler: An Introduction by GordonNC - Brief diary with links to Heath Shuler's (D) campaign against incumbent Repub Charles Taylor, plus link to three and a half minute video of Shuler.
(NH-02) NH-02: Post-Sockpuppet Week in Review by MissLaura - Reports that Rep. Charlie Bass (R) has gone on the attack against Paul Hodes (D) in view of polls showing Hodes (D) is gaining on him.
(NM-01) ABQJournal: "Madrid Gains Ground" (New Poll!) by Patricia Madrid for Congress - This latest poll finds a dead heat between Patricia Madrid (D) and incumbent Heather Wilson (R). Links for Madrid included.
(NM-01) NM-01: Madrid-Wilson Race a Dead Heat by fbihop - Detailed analysis of latest Albuquerque Journal numbers in the matchup between Dem Patricia Madrid and Heather Wilson(R).
(NY-13) NY13 - local blogger blocked from making political commentary by jonah in nyc - Diarist struggled to find info to write about in NY-13 & sets out to change that.
(NY-26) Foley impact -- Reynolds seat by maineiac - The race between Dem Jack Davis and Repub Tom Reynolds is already close, and after the Foley scandal, look for Davis to take the lead. Link to poll included.
(NY-26) Foley's Hush Money by Mike Stark - Foley donated $100,000 to the NRCC, Chaired by Tom Reynolds (R), in July. Reynolds then donated $5,000 to Foley after he knew of the allegations. Reynolds is running for re-election against Jack Davis (D).
(OH-15) OH-15: Kilroy calls on Pryce to Give Back Foley's Tainted Money by progressivearlingtonian - The Killroy for Congress campaign of Mary Jo Kilroy (D) called on the Debbie Pryce (R) campaign to return the $5,000 donated by Foley's PAC.
(PA-04) PA-04 Rivals Trade Accusations -Jason Altmire Responds by New Sweden - In response to Republican Melissa Hart's accusation that he is running a negative campaign, Democratic nominee Jason Altmire points out that Hart has declined repeated invitations to debate issues. Diarist describes the Altmire campaign's strong cyber presence.
(PA-07) (PA-04) Phila. Inquirer analysis of Sestak-Weldon dead heat by DebtorsPrison - The diarist points out some of the nuances of interpreting polls, showing all the more reason to contribute and volunteer for Joe Sestak.
(PA-08) PA-08: A ground report, 39 days out by PsiFighter37 - Diarist does a ground report from PA-08.
(PA-12) Murtha's hometown rallies against "Shrimp Boat" veterans by dagny58 - Despite the typical wet, cold Southwestern PA weather, several hundred backers of Rep. John (Jack) Murtha rallied in Johnstown's Central Park to show their support for him as well as their disdain for the Swift Boat Veterans.
(TN-07) (TN-07) Marsha Blackburn Drops the Ball on Hardball by win7 - Diarist examines Marsha Blackburn's (R) recent appearance on Hardball w/ Chris Matthews and links to support Dem Bill Morrison's race to defeat her.
Senate (16)
(VA-Sen) An Open Letter to Jim Webb by RenaRF - Diarist's letter to Sec. Jim Webb (D) asking him to carry the hopes and dreams of a previously demoralized Virginiga Democrat.
(VA-Sen) VA-Sen: Jim Webb Wins Former Critic's Endorsement (w/Poll) by JekyllnHyde - One of the woman to Criticize Webb in 1979 is satisfied with webbs apology & will now endorse Webb.
(VA-Sen) Canvassing in the rain by Paradox13 - The diarist describes his day of canvassing in the Farmer's Market in the rain, showing how dKos had made it possible for him to not only canvass for Jim Webb's (D) race against George Allen (R), but other candidates as well.
(VA-Sen) Webb/Obama rally reflections a week later by sister daedalus - Eloquent reminiscence on Senator Barack Obama's(D) participation in a recent rally for Jim Webb(D) as Webb challenges Repub George Allen for the Virginia Senate seat.
(VA-Sen) Update: George Allen Spit At Me by Coolwateroverstones - Updating her recently recommended post, the diarist adds further corroboration to her story of Repub George Allen spitting at her feet, with information on how to help get her original published newspaper story online.
(VA-Sen) VA-Sen: End Allen's Presidential Hope NOW! (poll) by 5oclockshadow - Hard hitting analysis of why Repub George Allen must be defeated in November and why Dem Jim Webb must prevail.
(VA-Sen) Shelton: "Allen "Can't Handle the Truth about his Racist Past" by lowkell - Netroots Coordinator for the Jim Webb (D) campaign posts a heartfelt open letter from George Allen's (R) former teammate Dr. Ken Shelton, on George Allen's racism.
(VA-Sen) George Allen's Disturbing Pattern exposed by VirginiaDem - Diarist links to blog analyzing the misdeeds of Repub George Allen as well as to site of Dem Jim Webb for donations.
(CT-Sen) CT-SEN: "Stop Telling the Truth About My Record!" by davidsirota - After Ned Lamont (D) put out his proposal for clearing up the culture of corruption in the U.S. Congress, incumbent Senator Joe Lieberman (I) lashed out angrily; perhaps because Lieberman receives a nice sum regularly from those very special interests that are part of that culture.
(MI-Sen) Stabenow had a third choice by Brainwrap - The diarist explains that incumbent Senator Debbie Stabenow could have abstained on the torture vote, since she has a 10-point lead over Mike Bouchard (R).
(MT-Sen) Mason Dixon Poll: Tester 47% Burns 40%! by Wayne in Missouri - The title says it all in this race between Jon Tester (D) and incumbent Conrad Burns (R), with link to Billings Gazette state poll numbers.
(NJ-Sen) Sen. Menendez Jumps The Shark by DJ Rix - Robert Menendez (D), running against Tom Kean Jr. (R), may be in trouble with Democratic voters due to his support for torture bill.
(OH-Sen) Mike DeWine "Cuts and Runs" from Bush! by 7November - Mike DeWine (R), running for re-election against Sherrod Brown (D), made the startling declaration today on MTP that there wouldn't have even been a vote on going to war if it had been known that Saddam had no WMD.
(TN-Sen) TN-SEN: New poll FORD 43% CORKER 42% by JamesB3 - According to the new Mason-Dixon poll, Repub challenger Bob Corker's lead over incumbent Dem Harold Ford has disappeared. The race is closest in middle Tennessee.
(Var-Sen) Odds of taking the Senate are up for the forth strait week by Ken in Tex - Comprehensive analysis and information in this series on the numbers and the chances in Senate races.
(Var-Sen) MT-Sen, TN-Sen, OH-Sen: M-D delivers good news by kos - New Mason-Dixon poll shows Dems ahead in three key Senate races.
Various (9)
(WI-Gov) Here's one for all you WI Kossaks (Wiskossaks?) out there... by tosser - Diarist launches a discussion of the nature of Wisconsin politics.
(CO-Gov) CO-Gov: Denver Post runs Beauprez ad as news story on front page by Chimes of Freedom - The Denver Post "news story" seems to echo Bob Beauprez's (R) tv ad spot, trying to portrait Bill Ritter (D) as being soft on immigrants.
(FL-HD-69) Could Someone Direct Me To The Justice, Please? by bkirby816 - Diarist ran into trouble handing out literature in public near a farmer's market.
(FL-Var) Buddy Johnson (R) Elections Chief, Hillsborough, FL Got Sweet Home Deal from Contractor/Candidate by kmccook - St. Pete Times questions coziness between Supervisor of Elections in Hillsborough, FL, (R) Buddy Johnson, and contractor GOP candidate for County Commission, Al Higginbotham, as Dem candidate Lisa Rodriguez cries foul.
(MA-Gov) MA-Gov: Democrat Deval Patrick still in the lead in new poll! by bluestaedude - The Boston Globe reports new poll today showing Dem Deval Patrick having big lead over Repub Kerry Healey.
(MD-Var) MD Democrats biggest worry: Will black voters show up? by baltimoremom - Discussion and analysis of Baltimore Sun article about the Dems having it made if the African Americans show up at the polls.
(OR-State House) Time for Minnis to Own Up to Out-of-District Support by PacNW BlueBerry Girl - Diarist urges Oregon State Speaker of the House Karen Minnis (R) to come clean about out of state donations to her re-election campaign, and helps her out by posting the proof.
(SC-Gov) SC-Gov, etc - New polls show close races in South Carolina by wayward - The polls from the South Carolina gubernatorial race show a very close race between Robert Barber (R) and challenger Mark Sanford (D), as well as poll numbers between one and four points in other state-wide races.
(Var) New polling in Montana and Ohio by Paleo - Concise analysis of three new Mason-Dixon polls in Ohio and Montana.
General (3)
Call for a Special Counsel to Investigate Reynolds and Hastert by Steve WFP - Link for Democracy in Action, where you can send a letter to ask for a special investigation.
NYT: Dean takes on the 49th State by Free Spirit - Link and long excerpt from a Matt Bai, NYT article on Howard Dean and the 50-State Strategy.
NYT's Brooks Shocked to Discover America Exists Outside the Beltway by davidsirota - Discussion and excerpts on a David Brooks NYT article in which he finally seems to have realized that the Dems are running successful campaigns on solid middle class issues.