Progressive Democrat Issue 119: THOUGHTS

This last week I attended a dinner of one of the local Democratic clubs. Three Congressional reps were there and several local politicians. I can say that the enthusiasm that we saw after the November 2006 win continues, particularly among our Reps.

Rep. Anthony Weiner said the best way we can support our troops is to get them out of the Iraq mess as soon as possible.

Rep. Yvette Clarke said in November the American public spoke, demanding a new direction on Iraq...but Bush won't listen. Bush is, she says, "stuck on stupid."

Rep. Nydia Velazquez maintains an almost giddy enthusiasm, though admits that Democrats have to continue to follow up on getting things done and not just rely on the first 100 hours. She admits that in some ways it was easier being in the minority and standing on the outside casting stones. But even if it is harder, she is determined to make the most of the Dems being in charge.

What a difference! We went from fear, corruption and paralysis in Congress when the Republicans were in charge, to an enthusiastic determination to LISTEN to the American public and DELIVER on promises. THIS is why I am proud to be a Democrat.

Here is this week's newsletter:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

LISTENING TO THE TROOPS

HOLDING THE REPUBLICANS ACCOUNTABLE: Senator Collins of Maine

RUDY GIULIANI CHANNELS KARL ROVE: Demand an Apology!

CONGRESS vs. BUSH ON SUPPORTING THE TROOPS

NYC FOCUS: Rudy Owes Us an Apology!

NYC GROUPS AND EVENTS

WASHINGTON, DC FOCUS: Rudy Owes Us an Apology

VIRGINIA FOCUS: Support Virginia Tech

VIRGINIA AND DC GROUPS AND EVENTS

WISCONSIN FOCUS: Have Dinner with Al Franken

IOWA FOCUS: Iowa leads on alternative energy

MIDWEST GROUPS AND EVENTS

CALIFORNIA GROUPS AND EVENTS

NEW JERSEY GROUPS AND EVENTS