I got to ask Alan Grayson 2 questions!

[druidity33]

Happened to check Americablog a few minutes ago and there was a live chat with Congressman Grayson. I typed in a couple of questions and just like that... he was replying!


wicked cool.....

anyway, i'm Adam.

Do you believe that Public financing of elections or some type of campaign finance reform that removes corporations from the equation is possible? Is there a bill or anyone working on this?
Thursday March 25, 2010 5:04 Adam
5:05


Alan Grayson:
God, I hope so. In the meantime, please go to www.CongressmanWithGuts.com, and we'll try to show what People Power looks like.
Thursday March 25, 2010 5:05 Alan Grayson
5:05



Answer honestly now, have you ever thought to yourself, "President Grayson has a nice ring to it."?
Thursday March 25, 2010 5:05 Adam
5:05


Alan Grayson:
I'm running on the Palin/Grayson ticket. As soon as we win, she'll quit.
Thursday March 25, 2010 5:05 Alan Grayson
5:05



I live in Texas, with two conservative senators and a conservative representative. How do I make my voice heard in Washington?
Thursday March 25, 2010 5:05 MattTx
5:05


John Aravosis:
lol
Thursday March 25, 2010 5:05 John Aravosis
5:05



I just want to say, I voted for you and I love what you are trying to do.
Thursday March 25, 2010 5:05 Laura in Orlando
5:06


Alan Grayson:
And I love the chance to do it. Thank you.
Thursday March 25, 2010 5:06 Alan Grayson
5:06



Are there any in congress who might be for outlawing making profit on essential health care services and products, but allowing them to make profit on non-essential services and products, somewhat like in switzerland?
Thursday March 25, 2010 5:06 Stan
5:06


Alan Grayson:
I'VE GOT TO GO. We're voting right now. Thanks!
Thursday March 25, 2010 5:06 Alan Grayson
5:06


Joe Sudbay:
Thank you
Thursday March 25, 2010 5:06 Joe Sudbay
5:06


John Aravosis:
Ok thanks congressman!

sweet...

[harun]

1. Awesome!

[Rhiannon12866]

2. K&R! Great stuff!

That's very cool and so is he... :patriot:

[druidity33]

5. that pup is soulful...

in your sig pic.

What deep eyes!

:)

[Rhiannon12866]

6. Thanks so much! That's my little Jack...

He's a Brussels Griffon, and also rescue. I'm so grateful that he found me. Here's my favorite of his puppy pix. Hard to believe that he'll be four at the end of the month... :loveya:

[Commie Pinko Dirtbag]

8. Brussels Griffon? Yeah, makes sense.

His face distinctly resembles a Brussels sprout. :yoiks:

[Rhiannon12866]

10. It's an unusual breed.

I wasn't familiar with it until I adopted Meneken in 2002, at age nine. My friend said he looked like an Ewok, but I said he looked more like a Furby, LOL. Previously, I've adopted senior dogs, but Jack found me at five months. He was being fostered by a vet tech who used to work for my vet and she knew Meneken, so contacted me about Jack... When people ask about him, I mention the movie, "As Good As It Gets..." ;)

[druidity33]

9. type of terrier?

just has a really "knowing" look. Probably an intelligent, sensitive breed... lovely.

Cheers!

:)

[Subdivisions]

3. Cool =) n/t

[MindandSoul]

4. I like him!!! Seems like a "real" guy!

[Commie Pinko Dirtbag]

7. "I'm running on the Palin/Grayson ticket. As soon as we win, she'll quit."

:rofl:

[Matariki]

11. +1 that was hysterical!

[druidity33]

12. liked it too...

i love that the guy has a sense of humor. How often does that happen with a politician? (OK, with the exception of Sen Franken...)

:)

[chill_wind]

16. He's gooood :-)

[druidity33]

13. strangely enough...

i was just checking out FDL and got to ask Mr Romanoff (Dem primary challenger to Sen Bennett of CO) a couple of questions...

first question
druidity36 March 25th, 2010 at 3:21 pm

Admittedly i am a Massachusetts voter, and Marijuana possession was recently decriminalized here (somewhat), but i wonder if you have any thoughts about the current Medical Marijuana initiatives in CO and if you see any chance of future legalization…

Thanks for your time and pulling for us progressives, btw…

cheers


second question
druidity36 March 25th, 2010 at 3:26 pm

More questions, is there a particular issue or passion that brought you to politics in the first place? Any things in particular that you’d like to see our current Senate tackle?


he didn't answer the first one but in answer to the second, he said...

Andrew Romanoff March 25th, 2010 at 3:34 pm
In response to druidity36 @ 40 (show text)

I was inspired by my mom’s experience as a social worker and my grandparents’ work on Project Hope, which brings medical supplies around the world. Teaching in Central America and working at the Southern Poverty Law Center were two of the most formative experiences of my life. I’d like the Senate to tackle financial reform and a stronger package on the economy (some details on my website at http://www.andrewromanoff).

no one else on the thread mentioned Marijuana or Colorado's recent travails with Legalization for medicinal use...

:shrug:

[leeroysphitz]

14. I gotta ask him some questions too. n/t

[chill_wind]

15. Wow. That's a man who works for US! He doesn't waste a minute of his day.

I really love the guy. Thank you for posting this.