You Did It!

The Edwards Campaign reported about nine o'clock that we have met our nine million dollar goal for the quarter. Not only that, but we are on track for having 100,000 donors. That means that the Edwards Team is on track to win! You did it!

This Was a Cool Tool

Back last year when Edwards was in Atlanta for his book signing, a photographer snapped away as Edwards greeted each person. Then, you were given a card with a website where the photo could be viewed and copied. The catch was that to enter the site, you registered with your email address and were given the option of providing a cellphone #. I did that and now get text message alerts from the Edwards folks on a semi-regular basis. Today's message was a little different, though, and it had Joe Trippi's fingerprints all over it. I got a text message that said Sen. Edwards wanted to talk to me and would call if I hit reply or called a number that was provided. I took the bait. The call was a recorded message from Edwards that spoke to the importance of giving before the end of the quarter (it really, really is important, and you should do it now), and offered to connect me to a volunteer so that I could make a donation, if only I would press '1.'

This is innovative, and a very cool tool- a robo-call the voter chooses to receive.

Step Up for Edwards

With the end of the quarter upon us, I have decided to engage in a little grassroots fundraising for my favorite candidate. Will you help by clicking here and making a contribution? It could make all the difference.

Edwards Continues to Lead in Iowa

In Macon yesterday, Elizabeth Edwards said that she would not trade places with anyone in the race. With polling numbers like these in the critical early state of Iowa, I can see why she feels that way.

There are a number of posts in the MSM and on the blogs today about these events. The Telegraph has a great piece-front page, above the fold. I wish you could see both of their photographs on line, but you will have to settle for these great pictures by Tina Simms. Also, I have a post on Georgia Women Vote, Tondees Tavern and there are two posts on Blog for Democracy. Those Political Insiders at the AJC picked up the GWV piece this afternoon, too. Local television in Macon also has coverage here.

Details on Elizabeth's Visit to Macon

Elizabeth Edwards will be in Macon on Tuesday, June 5th at 5:30 pm for a reception, and you are invited to come.

Lots of people are asking for directions to the event, and you can find them here. This is one event you do not want to miss!

"Edwards the Electable"

As this piece on the Rolling Stone website points out, Edwards is the Democratic candidate who consistently polls best against possible Republican challengers. Rasmussen's polling supports that claim. And, he's leading the Democratic field in Iowa. While the Rasmussen piece shows that he now has only a two point advantage over Giuliani, you have to remember that most voters have not yet really tuned in to the race. I wager that when they have the opportunity to look at John Edwards the family man who is devoted to his wife of 30+ years, and compare that to Giuliani who is three-times maritally challenged, that gap will widen.

Do you think that it is possible that Democrats will finally get it right? Is it possible that we will finally get the candidate through the primary who can win the general election? We just might. Here's a clip from the Rasmussen article:

Senator Edwards is now viewed favorably by 55%, unfavorably by 42%. Both numbers are at the high end of his ratings over the last six months. In addition to his edge over Giuliani and McCain, Edwards leads former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney, former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee, and former Tennessee Senator Fred Thompson.

Elizabeth!

**Please save the date**

For a reception with

Elizabeth Edwards

Tuesday, June 5th, 2007
5:30 PM
At the home of David and Tiffany Cusson
198 Jennings Lane
Macon, Georgia 31210


$200 Friend ~ $500 Sponsor

$1,000 Host Committee
Maximum contribution per individual is $4,600, $2,300 for the primary and $2,300 for the general.


For more information or to RSVP, please contact
Amy Morton (478) 741-1138 or amymorton@aol.com

This is cross-posted at Georgia Women VOTE!