Have you seen this interview with Hannah-Beth Jackson? How did I miss it?
Here is a quick run down of the latest news from the campaigns of Tony Strickland and Hannah-Beth Jackson:
1. About a week ago I challenged each campaign to invite people 21 and under to all of their fundraisers for free. I hope that more young people can go to exciting events and and focus their attention in politics.
The Hannah-Beth Jackson campaign has agreed to open their doors to every fund raiser to supporters 21 and younger in an effort to reach out to young people. If you see an event you want to go to
print out this ticket just call or email the campaign.
The Strickland campaign hasn't responded. I will update you if they do.
2. The Star had an article from Timm Herdt about candidates in safe districts helping other candidates. Recently, Assemblymember Cameron Smyth went precinct walking with Tony Strickland in Santa Clarita generating some press coverage in a local paper there .
I am looking forward to seeing Assemblymember Pedro Nava and State Senate candidate Fran Pavely helping out Hannah-Beth Jackson more. Anybody know details about have they have already helped her or how they worked together in the past?
3. The Hannah-Beth Jackson campaign is throwing a party with other Democrats to celebrate their new office opening in Santa Barbara this week. Click on continue reading for details.
4. Another recent article from The Star by Timm Herdt had details about the fundraising from both campaigns. Click here to read the story and let the spinning in the comments section begin.
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And another reminder: Timm Herdt spells his first name with two M's. If you spell it wrong you will upset him.
Click on continue reading to see a press release from Tony Strickland's campaign about his fundraising.
5. The Hannah-Beth Jackson campaign has a statement up about the proposed prison hospital in Camarillo. Click here to read the full statement.
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State Senate Candidate Hannah-Beth Jackson Opens Office in Democratic Party of Santa Barbara County's New Headquarters for Change
Location: Democratic Party of Santa Barbara Headquarters
430 Chapala Street (corner of Haley Street) Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, CA - August 1, 2008 - State Senate candidate for the 19th District and former State Assemblymember Hannah-Beth Jackson is pleased to announce that her Santa Barbara campaign office is moving to the 2008 Democratic Coordinated Campaign Workspace at 430 Chapala Street. Named the "Headquarters for Change" by Democratic Party organizers, the office will also serve as home base for the Santa Barbara for Obama committee and for Assemblymember Pedro Nava.
The public and media are invited to visit the candidates on Thursday, August 7 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. A special media "meet and greet" with the candidates will be held from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. prior to the public reception. Free curbside valet parking will be provided to members of the media.
"There is a very good reason the Democratic Party of Santa Barbara has decided to call this office the Headquarters for Change," Jackson said. "Californians are completely fed up with the corrupt politics-as-usual and deficit-laden legacy of the Bush administration and will be casting their ballots for change at every level of government this November. I invite voters of all political stripes to support me in taking the Central Coast and the great state of California in a new direction by bringing fiscal responsibility, accountability and sound leadership to Sacramento."
Many observers have characterized the battle for California's 19th District as one of the most important races in the state and an opportunity for change after many years of poor representation by Republicans more concerned about serving special interests.
"My opponent Tony Strickland represents the ineffectual policies of the past as exemplified by the Bush administration, which is why the voters of the 19th District across the political spectrum are supportive of the change that I can bring to the state senate," Jackson said. "We're delighted that my Democrat and Independent supporters are being joined by Republicans from all areas of the district to bring strong representation back to the Central Coast. The mood of the nation and our state indicates clearly that Americans want to see a return of responsible government and sensible policies that will result in greater access to health care, better public education and a strong economy."
The Jackson for Senate campaign has two other offices located at 701 E. Santa Clara St. in Ventura and 810 Lawrence Dr. in Newbury Park.
Media "Meet and Greet": Congresswoman Lois Capps
State Senate Candidate Hannah-Beth Jackson
Assemblymember Pedro Nava
SB For Obama Committee
Please Join The Democratic Party of Santa Barbara County
Congresswoman Lois Capps, State Senate Candidate Hannah-Beth Jackson,
Assemblymember Pedro Nava and SB For Obama Invite You to Attend
The Grand Opening of HEADQUARTERS FOR CHANGE
The 2008 Democratic Coordinated Campaign Workspace
Thursday, August 7
430 Chapala St.
Democratic Party of Santa Barbara County
P.O. Box 22435
Santa Barbara, CA
Headquarters for Change contains offices
paid for by The Democratic Party of Santa Barbara County
Hannah Beth Jackson for State Senate
And Pedro Nava for Assembly
About Hannah-Beth Jackson
Hannah-Beth Jackson served in the California State Assembly from 1998-2004 during which time she authored over 60 pieces of legislation that were signed into law by both Republican and Democratic governors, improving public education, increasing public safety, improving access to health care, protecting the environment as well as protecting the rights of consumers.
Ms. Jackson is the Democratic Party nominee to replace term-limited State Senator Tom McClintock in an open seat in the 19th Senate District, which includes large parts of Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, and a small portion of Los Angeles County, and cities of Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Ventura, Santa Barbara, Santa Clarita, Camarillo, Moorpark, Lompoc, Ojai and many others.
Honors and Awards:
Named "Legislator of the Year" by the Consumer Federation of California for her strong advocacy on behalf of consumers, particularly in the areas of health care and privacy rights
Named "Legislator of the Year" by the Congress of California Seniors for advocacy against elder abuse and for health care issues
Named "Legislator of the Year" by the California League of Conservation Voters for her unwavering protection of our natural resources and public health
Named "Legislator of the Year" by the National Organization for Women for advancing women's health issues and equal opportunity
Named "Legislator of the Year" by the Junior League of California for her work on domestic violence and issues affecting children
Named "Legislator of the Year" by Californians Against Waste after the passage of her bills related to pesticide use and the recycling of electronic-waste.
Other awards include "Guardian of the Coast" from Vote the Coast, the "Outstanding Public Service Award" by the California School Employees Association and the Planned Parenthood
"Giraffe Award" -- for sticking her neck out!
Here is a press release from Tony Strickland's campaign about their fundraising:
STRICKLAND CONTINUES IMPRESSIVE MOMENTUM
State Senate Candidate Outraises Opponent
By More Than Five To One
(Thousand Oaks) - The most recent financial data from the 19th District State Senate campaign reveals that Tony Strickland is enjoying a lopsided advantage over opponent Hannah-Beth Jackson. In the last filing period, from May 18 through June 30, Strickland raised almost a million dollars pulling in $946,577 while his opponent raised $169,566, an advantage of more than five to one.
Since January 2008, Strickland has raised $1,135,582.21 to Jackson's $371,240.46 and his nearly $1.3 million cash-on-hand is a significant advantage over the $406,569.50 of Jackson.
The fundraising trend follows a primary election vote advantage of almost 4,500 for Strickland who has appealed to a broad spectrum of the electorate with his strong record of independent leadership and his role in advancing renewable energy sources as Vice President of GreenWave Energy Solutions, a wave energy company.
"As always, I am humbled by the hard work of our incredible volunteer team and by the financial support I have received in this crucial race," Strickland said. "We have a long road ahead of us and my campaign will continue to work hard to win the support of the voters in this district."