Fawcett in Dead heat in Colorado 5

[DaveinMD]

State's 5th District a tossup
http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_4468226

By Erin Emery
Denver Post Staff Writer

"Republican, Democrat neck and neck. Events in Washington could change ownership of the seat, held by the GOP since it was created in 1972."

Now we all can see the numbers from an independent source to back up what folks have been saying for weeks: the 5th congressional district is in play! Voters in the 5th like voters all over America are yearning for change and the leadership to make America more secure. I can win this race but I need your help today. Please donate $500, $350, $100 or whatever you can afford. To contribute or learn more about Jay go to www.fawcett4congress.com today!

First Debate a Run-a-way

"Lamborn tells questioner to "Keep his Mouth Shut" as Fawcett steals show."

Vic Vela, Canon City Daily Record

Watch here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ON-QCHeDtfg

"If there was any question as to whether the 5th Congressional District race was shaping up to be a nasty political barnburner, Thursday night’s City Hall debate resoundingly answered it in the affirmative.

In a one-on-one showdown, Congressional hopefuls Republican State Sen. Doug Lamborn and retired Air Force Lt. Col. Jay Fawcett, the Democrat, grappled over many divisive issues, especially the war in Iraq and terrorism.

But, it was the moments of rancor that stole the show.

"Excuse me sir, why don’t you keep your mouth shut?" said Lamborn, scolding an audience member who was asking a question at the same time the state senator was speaking.

Lamborn later apologized to the man.

But, the incident typified a debate that yielded strong, contrasting opinions by the two candidates, who spoke to an emotional audience that truly represented a microcosm of the existing polarized political climate nationwide.

Fawcett made several efforts throughout the debate to remind those in attendance that he served during Desert Storm, saying at one time, "I put my life where my mouth is." He believes the current war in Iraq has distracted the U.S. from fighting terrorism.

"You don’t win a global war on terror by attacking every country that is bad," he said.

Fawcett also said we should use our military resources wisely.

"Be careful when you think that every tool you have is a hammer, because every problem starts looking like a nail," he said."

For real leadership in Washington, please send your contribution of $500, $300, $100 or whatever you can afford. Our online goal is $12,300 by the end of the day on Wednesday. Please go to https://fawcett4congress.com/donate-now.php to contribute today.

Sincerely,

Jay

PS. People are already voting in this pivotal election! Absentee ballots are now arriving in mailboxes. To apply for an absentee ballot go to http://coloradodems.org/ and download a request form.

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[DaveinMD]

2. bump

this is an important race and Jay is a great candidate. This is the district of James Dobson. Piss him off by electing a Democrat to congress. Jay needs your help to stay on tv.

[DaveinMD]

3. Let's go people

this is a race we can win.

[GardeningGal]

4. This would be quite a win!

Thanks for posting - reminded me to make a contribution.