John Edwards' Support is Strong as Steel: On the Ground in Iowa!

[DaLittle Kitty]

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John Edwards' Support is Strong as Steel: On the Ground in Iowa!:woohoo:
by NCDem Amy
Wed Jan 02, 2008 at 12:28:37 PM PST



Here on the ground in Iowa, supporters are working on last minute GOTC efforts around the state. In Des Moines, at the United Steelworkers Local 164, a serious GOTC operation is in full swing.

Last night, as part of the 36 Hour Marathon for the Middle Class, John and Elizabeth Edwards stopped in at the United Steelworkers Local 164 for a rally.

* NCDem Amy's diary :: ::
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John and Elizabeth Edwards arrived at the Steelworkers Union Hall to fired up crowd of Steelworkers from around the country, who'd come to Iowa to GOTC for Edwards. The rally kicked off with introductory remarks by Union leaders and Elizabeth Edwards, who was wearing a United Steelworkers Cap.

Check out Elizabeth's Remarks:

I took Elizabeth's advice and made a point to shake the hand of a woman Steelworker. She had come from Michigan to volunteer for John Edwards. What an amazing woman! After canvassing in 5 degree weather for Edwards earlier in the day, she was phonebanking throughout the evening.

Listen to what she had to say about Edwards, here:



Women Steelworkers for Edwards Rock!
There is certainly an instant bond between the women on the ground for Edwards here in Iowa. Working side by side in below freezing temperatures, phonebanking around the clock and working on other GOTC efforts down to the wire, drives home the urgency of the importance of electing a President who will lead on progressive issues that will ensure that we leave our country a better place for our children. And, hey, we have cool boots!

After Elizabeth's introductory remarks, Senator Edwards spoke on the importance of creating equality and fairness. Speaking on how corporate greed is destroying the middle class, he was recieved with roaring cheers and standing ovations. United Steelworkers for Edwards are an incredibly dedicated, hardworking group of people. No doubt about it.

Check out Edwards' Speech Here:

It is Time to Stand Up!


Edwards closed his speech by thanking supporters from around the county and stating, "On Thursday night, Iowa Caucus Goers are going to stand up, rise up, and say enough is enough!"

Edwards is continuing on his "Marathon for the Middle Class - 36 Hours, 36 Ideas" today where he is discussing, "his plans to stand up to the powerful special interests and give hardworking middle class families a voice in Washington. Each hour, he will highlight one specific policy initiative - a total of 36 steps to strengthen the middle class."

This evening, John Mellencamp will rally with Edwards in Des Moines! Kossacks, be inspired, ashlarah, machka, sparkleon and myself will be there to show support for the most progressive, electable candidate: JOHN EDWARDS!:woohoo:

[DaLittle Kitty]

1. Here's Link to Amy's Post

Check out all of the great videos! Called HQ in Chapel Hill and they ARE FIRED UP! :)

[DaLittle Kitty]

2. Mistake, HERE IS THE LINK!

http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/1/2/142752/7503/898/429287

[Little Star]

3. Thanks for the great update! You Rock!! n/t

[waiting for hope]

4. Thanks!

I think there's more going on than the MCM is letting on -

K&R for Edwards and all those canvassing!

[GreenTea]

5. With support from Danny Glover, Michael Moore, Harry Belafonte - Edwards will win Iowa

And Tim Robbins, Bonnie Raitt, Kevin Bacon, Madeleine Stowe, John Mellencamp, etc. and yes the extremely liberal-progressive Ralph Nader....along with hundreds of thousand who support John Edwards in Iowa....Expect Edwards the fighter to win in Iowa!

[cali]

6. I hate to break it to you but celebrity endorsements

have proven time after time to be pretty much meaningless. Whether it's Oprah or Bonnie, it won't make an appreciable difference.

[DaLittle Kitty]

7. However, The Nation's Leading Economists Endorsement of Edwards today Speaks Volumes!

"Touche'"

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2008/1/2/175733/9232/785/429400

:woohoo: :bounce:

[GreenTea]

9. Excellent point, the economist should also be added to the growing list of Edwards supporters.

:bounce:

[cali]

10. yes, that means something, as do the fact that Obama

is supported by an impressive list of eminent historians. They all have impressive groups of people backing them.

[GreenTea]

8. It's called the spotlight, with the corporate media focused almost entirely on Hillary & Obama

For very obvious republican reasons....celebrities coming out for Edwards has forced some of the spotlight on him so that people know he's even alive....so what if it doesn't bring in a single vote, (but it will) the spotlight and focus has been changed because of the celebrities....and many more will jump aboard after tomorrow.

[cali]

11. LOL! The projection and delusions of DUers knows no bounds n/t

[GreenTea]

13. As does idiocy of the ignorant....hmmmm....So how are you Cali old girl?

Your ignorance is indeed overwhelming....that an Africa-American President and First Lady will ever occur in this racist country - as for a moderate woman....well the sexist republicans are doing all they can to make sure she wins the nomination....So take heart old girl!

[cali]

16. bzzzt. I don't support Clinton

cupcake. She's my last choice. Try not jumping to conclusions, pookie. I'm leaning toward Obama, if anything, and if you'd read my posts you'd know that.

[corkhead]

14. your sides must be sore from all the LOLs you've posted, amusing yourself with your own perceptions

do you have anything constructive to add to the discussion?

I thought not.

[cali]

17. then you'd think wrong. I suggest you peruse some of what I've

written.

[Triana]

12. Tx for the update DLK! GREAT news! (n/t)

[frogmarch]

15. Happy to K&R n/t