This Rescue Diary covers the period from 6 PM, Monday, 9/20 to 6:00 PM EDT, Tuesday, 9/21
Today's Menu Includes :
50 Diaries Overall
- 17 On House races
- Covering 14 individual Districts in 10 states
- 11 On Senate races
- Representing 6 different states
- 11 On Various election races and ballot issues
- Encompassing Governor, Secretary of State, Local, and more
- 11 General election-related diaries
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(Tonight's compilation and more after the jump............)
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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, Senate or Governor races but there are also some local ones, as well as the occasional 'general info' diary.
For more information on this series, please see our reintroduction diary.
For all the introductory stuff and previous diaries in the 2006 series, please see:
Election Race Roundup (11/11 - Final 2006 Edition) (with links to all diaries in the series)
Election Race Roundup (11/7 - Final 2008 Edition) (with links to all diaries in the series)
And for this year's previous diaries:
Election Diary Rescue 2010 (9/17 – 46 Days 'til Election Day) (with links to previous 10 diaries from 9/7 to 9/16)
Election Diary Rescue 2010 (9/18 – 45 Days 'til Election Day)
Election Diary Rescue 2010 (9/19 – 44 Days 'til Election Day)
Election Diary Rescue 2010 (9/20 – 43 Days 'til Election Day)
Incredible thanks to all volunteers: Alma, welso, randallt, Joieau, TruthOfAngels, eeff, Sylv, Spedwybabs, Turbonerd, ukben, rexymeteorite, and suejazz.
(6:00 PM EDT, Monday, 9/20 to 6:00 PM EDT, Tuesday, 9/21): (50 diaries)
(Alphabetical, starting from S)
House (17)
(TX-06) (TX-06) Photovoltaic Solar Power, But Not In Texas. by David E Cozad - Joe Barton (R) collapses talks of getting the City of Dallas to buy 10 megawatts from a plant that gets its power from Photovoltaic Solar Cells. How nice of him.
(WA-02) (Wa.02) Doctrinaire Libertarian vs. Rick Larsen in likely cliffhanger by Lefty Coaster - Lots of good info on principled Democrat Rick Larsen and his Sarah Palin, Tea Party endorsed challenger John Koster (R).
(AZ-Var) Congressman Grijalva's War Dogs by Stranded Wind - Raul Grijalva (D) was so impressed with work some Kossacks did for his race that he's asked the crew to lend their services to some other Congressional candidates in Arizona. Check it out...
(CA-17) CA 17: TeaBrain LiberGaltian Runs Goth Web Campaign by olo - A quick look at the website of the Libertarian candidate in this distrcit, who seems to be banking on the Tea Party/Goth coalition to win.
(CA-45) LIVE Chat at 11AM PST/2PM EST Today! by Steve Pougnet for Congress - Candidate Steve Pougnet (D) announces a live chat and links to the blogs that are handling it. Pougnet is challenging Mary Bono Mack (R) for this seat.
(FL-07) Heather Beaven (FL07) calls to strengthen Buy American Act by Beaven for Congress - Candidate Heather Beaven (D) notes that it's time to once again require our government to buy American in its procurements, something discontinued in 1996.
(FL-22) FL-22: Florida Dems cross line, release Allen West's SSN by Christian Dem in NC - Whoa! Florida Democratic Party managed to release Allen West's (R) SSN in a flyer. West is challenging incumbent Ron Klein (D). We must not allow these sort of dirty tricks, no matter how important the election is.
(FL-25) FL-25: What Wave? Garcia Up on Rivera by Southernlib - Information about the race between Democrat Joe Garcia and David Rivera (R) and how it's shaping up to be a Dem gain.
(FL-25) FL-25: Democrat Joe Garcia up by 7 in GOP-held district by Jed Lewison - Jed notes that this little-noticed race is one where we might actually pick up a seat we didn't have before, with Joe Garcia as our Democratic candidate.
(IL-10) IL-10: I must strongly disagree with the Seals campaign on observing Yom Kippur. by Norm in Chicago - Diarist takes issue with a complaint lodged by Dan Seals (D) against his opponent Robert Dold (R) for scheduling a campaign event on Yom Kippur.
(MD-01) Congressional Candidates' Views on Clean Energy, Climate Chang: MD-01 by NRDCActionFund - This installment of diarist's series looks at incumbent Frank Kratovil (D) and his challenger Andy Harris (R).
(MI-02) (MI-02) Sierra Club Likes Him 'Cuz He's So Darn Green by Muskegon Critic - Democrat Fred Johnson picked up the important endorsement of the Sierra Club in his campaign against corporate mining mogul Bill Huizenga (R).
(MI-15) John "Big John" Dingell--Looking Out for You, Me & Hundreds of PACs by A2Politico - Incumbent Democratic Congressman John Dingell has managed to scoop his Republican opponent Rob Steele on PAC money that usually goes to Republicans.
(MN-03) MN-03: Paulsen Lies, And You Paid For It by Jim Meffert for Congress - Jim Meffert's (D) opponent Erik Paulsen (R) isn't very good at math, though he calls himself "the math guy." Detailed analysis of Paulsen's misleading lies.
(MN-06) Bachmann update: the crazy in the name of the Lord by Bill Prendergast - This installment of diarist's series details some of the Crazy coming from Bryan Fischer of AFA, and the support this organization gets from politicians like Michele Bachmann (R-WingNut). Support Tarryl Clark (D) instead!
(NY-18) Racist and Hater of Jews is GOP Candidate for Congress in NY by faucet - Diarist links to some writings by Jim Russell (R), a hater and racist running against strong Democrat Nita Lowey.
(House-Var) Reward Courage on Climate by mightymouse - A list of deserving incumbent Democrats who voted FOR the 2009 American Clean Energy and Security Act, who need our support.
Senate (11)
(WI-Sen) WI-Sen: Republican nominee Ron Johnson thinks we are all stupid by Steve Singiser - Repub Ron Johnson is caught again with his hand out for Stimulus money behind the curtain while complaining about the Stimulus to the public. Russ Feingold is our Dem in this race.
(AK-Sen) AK-SEN: A Prisoner’s Dilemma? by frsbdg - Analyzes how Lisa Murkowski’s decision to run as a write-in candidate changes a voter’s decision-making process. Murkowski’s opponents are Scott McAdams (D) and Joe Miller (R).
(AK-Sen) AK-Sen: Murkowski rankles GOP by Joan McCarter - Seems that Lisa Murkowski's decision to run a write-in campaign is not sitting well with Republican leadership. Scott McAdams (D) welcomes her participation!
(AK-Sen) Alaskan R's Both Shoot Themselves in the Foot by AnnetteK - Not a good day for Alaskan Senatorial Candidates Joe Miller (R) and Lisa Murkowski (Write in-R).
(AZ-Sen) AZ-Sen: McCain Hurts our Military & LGBT, It's Time To Retire Him by RodneyGlassman - We all know it's time for DADT to go, but there's John McCain (R-Cranky) standing in the way. As usual. Candidate Glassman (D) makes his position perfectly clear.
(DE-Sen) Chris Coons is running for Senate! by darthstar - Diarist writes about how Dailykos needs diaries written on what Chris Coons (D) stands for in this race.
(DE-Sen) DE-Sen: Fox poll shows GOP teahadists jumped the satanic altar by Jed Lewison - Presents Greg Sargent's take on a new Fox poll showing Chris Coons (D) leading Christine O'Donnell (R-Nutty) by 15 points.
(IL-Sen) Fighting For DADT Repeal In November by Alexi for Illinois - Director of New Media for the Giannoulias (D) campaign in Illinois links the candidates strong support of DADT repeal to the choice people in Illinois will make this November. Nice pix too!
(PA-Sen) PA-Sen - Why is dKos advertising for a Tea Party Republican?! (w/PHOTO and POLL); Support Sestk #4 by demandcaring - Diarist offers a screenshot of Pat Toomey's (R) ad on the banner across the top of dKos, just another waste of dirty Republican money. Plenty of good reasons to help Joe Sestak keep his seat!
(Var-Sen) Senate Snapshot, September 20th: Heartburn ahead by Chris Bowers - Chris has polls for Sept 20th of the Senate races that are within 11% or less.
(Var-Sen) Action: Let's Vote Out GOP Senators Who Voted No on DADT Repeal and the DREAM Act by askew - Some links to Democratic challengers to Republican Senators who voted against repeal today - show 'em some love!
Various Races (11)
(TX-BOE) It Takes All of Us To Win The Texas State Board of Education Races by mykle - A run-down of the candidates and the districts they represent in this very important election that will affect student textbooks across the country.
(TX-BOE) Texas State Board of Education and the Debate Debate by RebeccaBellMetereau - Diarist reports that Republican Debate-o-phobia is hitting candidates for the State Board of Education hard. Talks about incumbents and challengers in several districts and asks for support in this important election.
(TX-Gov) TX GOV Race: Bill White closes in on Rick Perry by Libby Shaw - Coverage of the race with Democrat Bill White gaining an endorsement from the Houston Chronicle.
(TX-Var) Texas races matter ...to all of us. by tom 47 - Rundown on the Texas delegation and an overview of how important it is to everyone what happens in Texas.
(WI-Sen, Gov) WI-Sen/WI-Gov: Dems hurting with six weeks to go by Steve Singiser - Malaise among the Democratic electorate is palpable in Wisconsin races, which translates into polls showing Republican leads.
(WI-Var) Looming Election Brings Back Same Old GOP SOP: Caging, Voter Suppression & Undermining Democracy by GreyHawk - In light of the charges of voter suppression in Wisconsin, GreyHawk reminds us of past GOP caging schemes.
(FL-Gov) The Sorry (Sunshine) State of the GOP. by Rian Fike - GOP responds to Alex Sink's (D) increasing support, so they sent Bobby Jindal out to help Rick Scott (R).
(GA-Gov) This Deal Financial scandal keeps getting better and better - GA-Gov by Perimeter Progressive - Diarist has a story about Deal (R) & his family's disclosure statements. Democrat Roy Barnes would be a better choice.
(MD-Gov) Maryland Gubernatorial Race One Point of View by one pissed off democrat - Here is a good reason to vote for Democratic Candidate for Governor Martin O'Malley: Your wallet.
(NY-StSen) 16% and Rising: Combating the "Angry Man" with a Slate of Women Candidates by NewYorkSenateDems - For the first time, more than half the Democratic NY State Senate candidates are women. Plus a little policy candy from each of the qualified Democratic women running.
(PA-SH161) "The Most Consequential Race.... by quadmom - Some information about the State House District 161 race, and DC Republican operatives' ability to skew the races with DC money. Dems like Walt Waite need support too!
General (11)
More details on voter suppression plot in Wisconsin by One Wisconsin Now - From the folks who acquired the audio evidence, more details and an update on the Republican plot to suppress the student and minority vote in Wisconsin.
Yosef’s ACTION Diary. A Call to BATTLE! byYosef 52 - A link-heavy resource for campaign information nationwide.
HOPE: Many Undecideds Democratic-Leaning Voters by teenvote - Suggestion is made that, since Republicans have already made up their minds, all those undecided voters showing up in polls are disposed to voting Democrat, so there is still hope they will break Democratic when they get in the booth.
A Kos Contest For Best YouTube Campaign Video? by organize - Diarist suggests DKos hold a contest for best video campaign ad to help get younger voters engaged.
Campaign 2010: In Karl Rove's Face by Baron Dave - Diarist collects a fine list of techniques and material for Dems to use during this campaign to weaken the opposition.
First Lady to Hold 8 Fundraisers for Dems and 1 big event! by jovie131 - FLOTUS Michelle Obama will be holding fundraisers for eight Democratic candidates!
Early Voting in Kansas by milton333 - Heads-Up on early voting schedules, procedures for mail-in ballots, and polling places. Registration deadline is October 18.
Our Constitution is under Attack (TX-SBOE, Every Electoral Race there is) by Spedwybabs - Fine pep talk, list of very worthy Democrats, and good reasons to get involved. (psssst.. she's also EDR family.)
Think we're in dire straits? Bring 10 to Win In November by bushbuster - Nice GOTV action plan - bring 10 Democratic friends and neighbors with you to vote in November!
Time for a Hail Mary? by RobLewis - Diarist offers some messaging advice to Dems to take into November.
Vote for Job Creation Not GOP Extortion! by dougdrenkow - Diarist offers rant with lots of linky goodness on why Republicans absolutely must not regain either house of Congress. GOTV!