Howdy Howdy fellow Kossaks! There is so much happening down here in the San Antonio area it is hard to keep up.
I am SO THRILLED that I was selected in a random drawing to get a seat at the debate in Austin on Thursday. Will any other Kossaks be attending? I would LOVE to meet up with any of our Austin kossacks for some pre-debate conversation even if you are on your way to a local debate watching party!!! Let me know in the comments or my blue armadillo email address - I will be checking in periodically today. I would love to meet some of our Austin Kossacks!!
And I just now received an email from the TDP (Texas Democratic Party): they have been planning a Debate Watch Party at the Hyatt Regency Austin - and BOTH CANDIDATES have agreed to meet with Texas Democrats at the party!!!!! Woo Hoo! This was just announced!!!
TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE FOR THIS! More info over the fold
OMG: An embarrassment of riches!!! Another email JUST ARRIVED in my inbox as I type...Thursday, Sen. KENNEDY will be in San Antonio too! That info over the fold also...
Sen Kennedy's visit in San Antonio:
San Antonio Rally with Senator Edward M. Kennedy
hosted by Students for Barack Obama at Trinity University
Laurie Auditorium
Trinity University
One Trinity Place
San Antonio, TX
Thursday, February 21
Doors Open: 12:15 p.m.
RSVP:
http://tx.barackobama.com/...
Information on the Texas Democratic Party Debate Party:
UPDATE: Tickets Sold out witin MINUTES of the emails going out!!
I just talked to the TX Dem office to confirm. sorry all - I tried to get the word out as soon as I could!!!
From Boyde Ritchie, Texas Democratic Party:
I'm pleased to announce that Senator Barack Obama and Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton have confirmed they will attend the TDP Debate Watch Party after this Thursday's historic Presidential Debate in Austin.
The Watch Party will be held from 6:30 PM-10:30PM, at the Hyatt Regency Austin and will also feature entertainment by special musical guest Kelly Willis.
Senator Clinton and Senator Obama have both proven to be skilled campaigners who are qualified to restore responsible leadership to the White House, leadership that serves the people of our country instead of the lobbyists and special interests. Texas Democrats are eager to hear directly from our candidates as they compete in a primary that could prove pivotal in determining who will be the next President of the United States, and I'm delighted that they have chosen to let us hear from them at the TDP's Debate Watch Party.
The appearance by Senator Obama and Senator Clinton isn't only a chance to meet two extraordinary Democratic leaders--it is a chance to be part of a moment in American political history. You can still purchase a ticket to the Watch Party for $50 (or $35 if you are a Texas Majority Builder.)
Please note, due to the fact that Senator Clinton and Senator Obama will be in attendance, we expect this event to sell out quickly. I encourage you to purchase your ticket today, as tickets will not be available at the door.
Here is a link to the Texas Democrats: Debate Watch Party in Austin
So, yeah, it's not cheap but we all have been donating like crazy to our candidates, so what's another donation to a great cause! Texas Democrats are really finally shaking the dust off and getting excited this year.
Help turn Texas Blue! And meet both candidates!
So, there goes today's diary - but I am happy to try to keep y'all updated! Gotta hit the phones though too.
Happy campaigning...and Hawaiians and Wisconsinites...y'all done good! Tough job well done!