Green is the Real Deal
Green Party candidates pledge to take zero corporate or PAC money. Refreshing, isn’t it? At a time when Congress is bought and paid for and an army of corporate lobbyists write the laws that favor those who hire them, Greens rely on individual contributions alone.
This legal practice of corporate control of Congress will become even more egregious with the recent FEC vs Citizens United decision by the Supreme Court that removed any limits to corporate contributions to election campaigns.
I have heard that it take $350,000 to run a winning Congressional campaign. I won’t have that nearly that much but I will have my independence and credibility to offer voters.
What takes no money is the dedication of a group of eager volunteers. If you are willing to contribute your time and energy to a campaign that rejects corporate domination of what should be government “for the people,” send me an email (laurel [at] ilgp [dot] org) or note your comment right here.
Thanks.
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February 22, 2010 2:56 pm
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By Kevin Freeman, March 22, 2010 @ 7:44 pm
Hey Mrs. Schmidt, congrats on the congressional run and good luck! I have a busy schedule but let me know if you need any help with your campaign. I am becoming very politically active for the progressive movement and would love to have a good lefty in office.
By Matt, March 22, 2010 @ 10:11 pm
Did I read correctly that you are from RIVERSIDE illinois? I am a student at Riverside Brookfield HS and will vote for the first time next november. I think it would be great for a green party candidate to win D Lips’ seat. Is there anything I can do to help your campaign?
By laurel4congress, March 22, 2010 @ 11:42 pm
Hi Matt. Yes. I live near RBHS. I’d love to have you help in the campaign. I’ll put you on the email list soon and let you know.
By laurel4congress, March 22, 2010 @ 11:42 pm
Got it.