The election for delegates for democratic presidential candidates was held all around the state today. In District 15 where I work and live, I was elected as the Male Delegate to the convention. I am so proud to be a part of this process and to have the opportunity to have a front row seat to history. Most important to me is the opportunity to encourage others to get involved in the democratic process.
This blog will be regularly updated. Please continue reading. If you have an questions or comments...email me at mrblivinghistory@yahoo.com. Closer to the convention in August, I will be blogging more.
Thank you all for your support. I invite you to a front row seat at history in the making as you journey along with me.
I am blessed by you all!
Erik a.k.a. Mr. B
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Come see Mr. B Speak!
Many of you have asked what happens at the caucuses. At 3:00, the candidates will be asked to give one minute speeches. I will be speaking, as will most, if not all of the other candidates. I would love to have you stay and watch (and scream real loud). However, you can arrive any time between 2:00 and 3:00, sign in, and vote. Check out http://www.cadem.org/ to pre-register and make your wait even shorter.
Elections are THIS Sunday, April 13.
Where: De Anza College, Forum Building Room 1 (Park in large lot off of Stelling Rd)
When: 2:00 - 3:00 pm. Must be in line by 3:00 to receive a ballot.
THANKS!
Elections are THIS Sunday, April 13.
Where: De Anza College, Forum Building Room 1 (Park in large lot off of Stelling Rd)
When: 2:00 - 3:00 pm. Must be in line by 3:00 to receive a ballot.
THANKS!
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Clinton or Obama...We're Witnessing History
Since announcing my candidacy for delegate at the Democratic National Convention, I have received a lot of questions regarding my motivation to run.
The questions have been terrific.
Whether Obama or Clinton for the democrats or even McCain for the republicans, the opportunity to be a small part of history is a primary motivation for me. Obama would be the first major Black candidate, Clinton the first female, and McCain the oldest. We are watching history. I hope my involvement inspirez the 800 students with whom I work every day. I want to be a role model for them and to help them feel like a small part of history themselves through my civic involvement.
We're living history and it is...Amazing!
The questions have been terrific.
Whether Obama or Clinton for the democrats or even McCain for the republicans, the opportunity to be a small part of history is a primary motivation for me. Obama would be the first major Black candidate, Clinton the first female, and McCain the oldest. We are watching history. I hope my involvement inspirez the 800 students with whom I work every day. I want to be a role model for them and to help them feel like a small part of history themselves through my civic involvement.
We're living history and it is...Amazing!
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Didn't we already vote on Feb 4?
This is a great question. Yes, California did vote. You are not voting for the candidate I support by voting for me nor are you voting "again." On April 13, you will be voting for me to represent the people who voted for the candidate on February 4. You are voting for me to be a delegate at the convention. It's an odd process, but it's interesting too.
The number of delegates per candidate are based on the number of people who voted for them in each congressional district on the February 4th primary. You have probably heard the media referring to the number of "delegates" Obama and Clinton have because neither has enough "delegates" to win the election out-right? Well, I'm running to be one of the delegates. All delegates can change their mind and actually vote for another candidate; however, that happens very rarely. If Clinton drops out, then she will likely endorse Obama and ask her delegates to support Obama. The same would be true for Obama should he be the candidate to drop out. Whatever the outcome the process is certainly interesting.
The number of delegates per candidate are based on the number of people who voted for them in each congressional district on the February 4th primary. You have probably heard the media referring to the number of "delegates" Obama and Clinton have because neither has enough "delegates" to win the election out-right? Well, I'm running to be one of the delegates. All delegates can change their mind and actually vote for another candidate; however, that happens very rarely. If Clinton drops out, then she will likely endorse Obama and ask her delegates to support Obama. The same would be true for Obama should he be the candidate to drop out. Whatever the outcome the process is certainly interesting.
Please VOTE April 13 2-3 pm DeAnza College
If you are a resident of District 15 (Mike Honda's US Congressional District) and a registered voter, you can support me. Just 15 minutes of your time will increase my chances of representing District 15 at the 2008 Democratic National Convention.
Not a registered democrat? No worries. You can change your party affiliation on site to vote for me and then change it back at a later date. Based on the primary results, individuals are elected as delegates in support of one candidate. I am running to be a delegate and support one of the democratic candidates.
How do you vote? On Sunday, April 13, 2008 between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. a caucus of District 15 democrats will be held. The location will be at DeAnza College in the Forum Building Room 1. There will be one male and two female delegates elected as supporters. I need YOUR help to ensure I receive the most votes.
You can come, vote and leave or you can stay for the caucus where candidates will give speeches. It's your choice. I hope to see you there!
Not a registered democrat? No worries. You can change your party affiliation on site to vote for me and then change it back at a later date. Based on the primary results, individuals are elected as delegates in support of one candidate. I am running to be a delegate and support one of the democratic candidates.
How do you vote? On Sunday, April 13, 2008 between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. a caucus of District 15 democrats will be held. The location will be at DeAnza College in the Forum Building Room 1. There will be one male and two female delegates elected as supporters. I need YOUR help to ensure I receive the most votes.
You can come, vote and leave or you can stay for the caucus where candidates will give speeches. It's your choice. I hope to see you there!
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