Shout Out to WA-2 delegates: I am running to be a delegate in Denver! (w/ poll!)

WARNING: CONTAINS UNCENSORED SELF-PROMOTION IN THE OBAMA CAUSE!

If you look at my UID, you'll see that, though I'm no Meteor Blades, I've been around awhile here on the sunny shores of Big Orange. In 2004, I was for Kerry before that was popular here, and still think, based on lots of on the ground testimony, that WE WUZ ROBBED in Ohio.  Back then, I was a Kerry delegate to my (Island County, WA) convention, but went no further.

This time, I was drawn early to Obama, and caucused for him at our Feb. 9 caucus, helping change the minds of most of the first-round Clinton-backers in our precinct.  I went on to the County Convention April 19, where I was part of the Obama presentation, and got elected an alternate to the CD2 caucus May 17 in Mount Vernon.  I decided, against very long odds, to seek election to the next level, on to Denver!  There are only three seats from our CD for males, and over a hundred contenders.  

I'm told the way this campaign may be won is through the intertubes, so here I am, campaigning.  Shameless!  Pimp!  Oh well, as they say, the voters need to be asked for their votes!

So, if you are a delegate in WA-2, or can influence one or more, I appeal for your support.  Here's my ObamaDelegate Candidacy page (a work in progress) at wetpaint.  Come read my pitch, and leave comments for improvement, either here or there.  

Here are two of my favorite "from-below" Obama music videos so far:

Obama by Cocoa Tea

Amigos de Obama cantan "Viva Obama"

IN A FURTHER ACT OF SHAMELESSNESS I AM SOLICITING REC'S TO KEEP THIS DIARY UP A TAD LONGER, THAT IT MIGHT BE SEEN BY WA-2 FOLKS!

Thank you for your consideration.  On to victory!  

•  Ye Auld Tip Jar

  Seeking smiles, approval, warm fuzzies, catpix, RECS, constuctive criticism, high and low fives, great video sharing, cool quotes, tips, mojo, dialogue.... (did I mention REC's?).

  by penncove on Sun May 11, 2008 at 11:27:51 AM PDT

  •  You got my Rec

    though I cannot help you with real votes to get you to Denver - but best of luck.

    by sara seattle on Sun May 11, 2008 at 12:18:01 PM PDT

    •  thanks, sara

      it will be interesting to see how the WA-2 caucus breaks out, regardless of my own prospects

      in Island Co. 4/19, the Obama % improved from Feb.'s 68% to 70%

      obviously, to improve our split of national delegates is a tall order, but I think we won't slide back at least

      by penncove on Sun May 11, 2008 at 12:23:58 PM PDT

      •  I think Obama is doing terrific in WA state

        it will be interesting to see how he'll do in Oregon.

        I trust he will do very well -- and I hope that OR will give hima good send-off - to blunt anything from WV and KY.

        by sara seattle on Sun May 11, 2008 at 12:28:15 PM PDT

  •  Good luck! n/t

    by Meteor Blades on Mon May 12, 2008 at 10:33:55 AM PDT

    •  Hey thanks, MB!

      What do you make of the high pro-antioxidant vote in that poll!?!?!

      by penncove on Tue May 13, 2008 at 02:32:37 PM PDT

•  Sorry this is OT, but Penncove shellfish.....

  are my very favorite. The oysters, mussels, and clams from that area are absolutely some of the best in the world. I was going to order some from a purveyor that has a site on the net, and cold ships fresh product. But, when I saw the shipping charges, which came to almost $35 for $35 worth of assorted shellfish (a quart of shucked fresh oysters, a dozen whole clams and a dozen mussels, all Penncove), I about died, and canceled the order. I guess I'll have to make a trip up to savor the goodness!

  BTW, good luck to you up there in your quest to be a delegate.

  by Hornito on Sun May 11, 2008 at 11:41:56 AM PDT

  •  penn cove mussels

    are never OT (unless, I guess, you keep kosher)

    My username's connection is because I was co-owner of the Inn at Penn Cove B&B in Coupeville for 14 years.

    Thanks for the encouragement!

    by penncove on Sun May 11, 2008 at 11:48:01 AM PDT

    •  Ah no, I don't keep Kosher....

      I'm only half-Jewish, and the Gentile half wants mussels, pork sausage links, garlic infused pork roast, applewood smoked bacon, etc., and it will not be denied! LOL!

      Give me Penn Cove mussels (steamed in a sauce of garlic, butter, parsley, a bit of chicken broth, and Chat. Ste. Michelle Sauvignon Blanc) or give me death!! LOL!

      Used to work for Chateau Ste. Michelle as one of their area managers, covering several western states, but not Washington. Loved to go up there though, especially for all the wonderful food. Part of my family emigrated from Nova Scotia via Vancouver B.C., and on down to Ballard. Another part actually helped found Vancouver, WA, and settle the area of Goldenrod, WA on the Gorge.

      by Hornito on Sun May 11, 2008 at 12:02:03 PM PDT

  •  It'd Be Worth it For a Special Event

    Especially if the visit costs you a thousand dollars for that serving.

    Of course there are side benefits.
    

    by Gooserock on Sun May 11, 2008 at 11:57:07 AM PDT

    •  Stupid Imageshack!! grr nt

      by Gooserock on Sun May 11, 2008 at 11:59:22 AM PDT

    •  If I hadd a thousand dollars I wouldn't be....

      complaining about the $35 shipping for the shellfish... Of course these days it might cost that much just to drive up there.... LOL! Where's the pic?

      BTW Penncove, not meaning to hijack your thread. I figure some post numbers might help the diary get some attention.

      by Hornito on Sun May 11, 2008 at 12:04:22 PM PDT

•  What are you doing

  to elect Tim Knue to the Legislature?  I think that is one of our top pickup opportunities.

  by lorax on Sun May 11, 2008 at 12:27:34 PM PDT

  •  yeah, i thought

    Tim would win last time.  As to what I'm doing personally, not sure yet.  We have two excellent County Commissioner candidates here this year, and, beyond Obama, think that's likely to be my primary political focus.  I saw Tim working the crowd at the IC convention, and he looked like he had game.....

    by penncove on Sun May 11, 2008 at 01:24:09 PM PDT