John Edwards: What's at stake in these elections

[machka]

Run time: 01:44 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2Lo3dBHlfc   Posted on YouTube: October 23, 2006 By YouTube Member: wncnn Views on YouTube: 5127   Posted on DU: October 31, 2006 By DU Member: machka Views on DU: 5232

 
From YT user wncnn:
"At a Heath Shuler rally in Asheville, Senator John Edwards explains the importance of this election, of early voting, and of helping to get out the vote."

[benny05]

1. Heath is goin' to get-her done!

And it was great Edwards was able to go back and help Heath a second time!

[usregimechange]

2. k and r

[blue neen]

3. Wow. Fantastic.

It felt like he was talking to each and every one of us on a personal level.

Very inspiring.

[ultraist]

4. Inspiring, indeed!

Awesome video by WNCNN!

:kick:

[machka]

20. Yep.

"We choose to be inspired." ~ JRE, 2004

He always speaks like that - from the heart. And he can carry a message like no one else I've ever seen.

[David Zephyr]

5. Wow! Wow!

This is why so many people here at the DU are crazy about John. Great stuff!

[gregflynn]

6. Great stuff

Looking forward to Tuesday. We're doing what we can at BlueNC.com

[machka]

12. Go get 'em!!

here's to a Blue NC!!

[benny05]

14. Blue ocean wave of good things to come..

If we can let hope lead the way...:kick:

[machka]

26. :)

"Hope is on the way!" ~ JRE, 2004 Democratic Convention

[SIMPLYB1980]

69. Way to go Edwards!

Thank you for helping restore some of my faith in NC politics. See where not a bunch of racist, inbred hicks.
:yourock:

[ultraist]

25. Great work, BlueNCers!

And for more videos by WNCNN, check out their youtube page: http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=wncnn

[A HERETIC I AM]

7. Why the HELL has this man gotten so panned by the media in this country?

oh...wait...i know....



HE MIGHT ACTUALLY MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

No man that might actually make a real difference in the politics of this country stands a chance these days, of this i am convinced.

Thomas Jefferson couldn't be elected to School Board today.

It's a fucking shame.

You go, John!

[Catchawave]

10. Actually, he's a media darling.....

where have you seen him get panned?

[benny05]

17. It's just that JRE is on the local news and not much in the MSM

Except there was a good article today about JRE trying to help out in 2004...
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/10/30/us/30album.html

[machka]

24. M$M's spotlight is on the centrist candidates,

HRC and Obama especially. The progressives don't get nearly the attention they deserve, because of the M$M's perception/meme of the country as "conservative."

I think if they actually listened to "we the People," the M$M would be in for a shock.

[benny05]

29. I wouldn't call them centrists

But don't know what to call them either..

[machka]

30. Right-adjusted centrists??

you got me. :shrug:

[benny05]

33. Me either n/t

[BruceMcF]

34. Isn't the center the person between the right guard ...

... and the right tackle?

Actually, given that people called "centrists" are typically centre-right and the extreme right, I think right tackles is exactly the right term.

[waiting for hope]

8. Oh my God.....

John Edwards for 2008 - he is what this country needs right now. I saw his MSNBC footage while he was in New Orleans over spring break....http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/11713087/ - he was a man with a mission.

[machka]

15. Was, is, and always will be. ;)

Right now, the mission is getting Democrats elected, and getting the minimum wage raised. Later on...who knows? ;)

[waiting for hope]

21. I'm with you in that....

Julia Boseman is in my district...voting will be sooo easy.

[benny05]

9. But we need folks to vote for heath

and also

David Gill, IL-15! (http://www.gill2006.com)

Edwards' vision (or any serious 08 candidate's) needs Dem backing! We need to straighten out some of the mess before electing a Dem to the WH.

[machka]

18. Just voted today, as a matter of fact. :)

Normally, I'm a straight-ticket Democrat - fill in that one oval, and I'm done - in and out in like, two seconds, right? But today I decided to take that extra time to fill in each oval next to each Democrat - laborious, but OMG was it ever satisfying. ;) No doubt in the world who I meant to vote for. :D

[Not Sure]

37. That hits close to home

I have done the same thing in the last three elections, only I play a little game with myself. "Hmm, the Republican incumbent, or the Democratic challenger? The Fascist party or the Freedom party? Well, I guess I have to choose the Democrat." Hey, why not enjoy it? :)

And I have to say, too, that this man is so inspiring. It really does feel like he's talking directly with a group of four or five of us at a time. I would like to see him run in 2008. I could get fired up for him then like I'm fired up for David Van Os this year (Democratic candidate for Texas Attorney General). If you want to get motivated, check out his campaign at vanosfortexasag.com.

I don't think I'll be voting early this year, though. It's always very easy to get in at my local polling place. And I have to admit, it's just part of the thrill of voting for me, to stand in line with my fellow citizens doing my duty. I don't think I'll have that luxury in 2008, though. Even my dyed red neighborhood is putting up a fair number of Democratic Party signs this year, so I can only imagine the backlash to come.

[machka]

41. Van Os was one of those little ovals I filled in. :)

Chris Bell, Barb Radnofsky, David Van Os... *scribble* *scribble* *scribble*

[benny05]

42. I'm considering some canvassing

As there are NO rethug signs on anyone's lawn on my block.

[Binka]

60. I've Been Giving David Money EVERY Month Since July 2005

He is such a wonderful man. And I am not from Texas and I currently don't even live in the States but David is MY MAN! Kick ass VAN OS!

[bonito]

61. Kick n/t

[BruceMcF]

35. That's why John Edwards says the next two elections ...

... are the most important ones.

Literally, we cannot wait another six years while the climate crisis picks up steam and the economy slides downhill. We cannot wait another two years to start fighting the fights and tarring the Republicans with the brush of being against Energy Independence. We've got to start now, and then carry through in 2008.

[illinoisprogressive]

11. You Can See Why He is One of the 08 Leaders

This guy is so special and just gets so much. The MSM may think Hillary is the only dem out there but, watch, Edwards is going to kick it. I have been watching him and hoping he makes an official announcement.
Wouldn't he make a great President

[machka]

31. yes, he would.

From your keyboard to God's ears.

[MasonJar]

13. John is so right. I called for two hours tonight and actually spoke

to some citizens who are not going to vote. I find it shocking that we have to beg people to vote in this country. But as John said, we do, so DUers please get out there. It may already be too late for the earth and the country. But we know for any chance of saving ourselves and the polar bears and the people of Darfur and all the wonderful etcs. we MUST act now. Check out the latest environmental news from the UK. Every day now there are two or three new articles and studies deploring our (the USA is no. one perpetrator) diminishment of the species and the earth we all share.

[machka]

49. yes.

"Our time is now." ~ JRE, 2004 Primary campaign

[Redstone]

16. Gaw Damn. He's a STRONG speaker.

Everybody should see that.

Redstone

[machka]

23. Spread it around! ;) n/t

[ultraist]

19. WE

We will take back the Congress in a week and then we'll take back the White House!

:kick:

Please donate to Heath Shuler to help unseat 16 year incumbent, CORRUPT, despicable, Republican Chainsaw Charlie Taylor!

http://www.heathshuler.com/

[benny05]

28. We are

and we hope to take over the Senate too:

For Ned:
http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=385&topic_id=374&mesg_id=374

For Webb:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1G-BKSylrnI

[machka]

38. and for Jack Carter!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6k9n-ku0nX0

[benny05]

22. Edwards is Spot On

Other countries don't see our moral character. They think of * and not what we stand for.

Excellent video to put up here, thanks, Machka and to the WCNCNN! :headbang:

[Digit]

27. That gave me goosebumps

The time indeed IS now.

[Catchawave]

32. Congratulations machka.....HOME PAGE !

Great exposure for Heath Shuler too :patriot:

[Herman74]

36. And he's sharp!...

I personally thought he kicked Cheney's rear end during their debate. To me, it was like he just kept coming after Cheney, wouldn't let up. Cheney, of course, lied during the debate by saying he had never met Senator Edwards before.

[benny05]

39. Hello Herman 74

Welcome to the DU...and appreciate complements towards our Dems! :hi:

[Catchawave]

40. Welcome to DU Herman74

:toast:

[DemDogs]

63. Agree that he beat Cheney -- MSNBC audience agreed too

I figure Cheney resorted to the lie because he knew that he had underestimated Edwards' intelligence and oratorical skill.

[Synnical]

43. K&R for GOTV! n/t

[Carolina Voice]

44. Wow! This guy could be president

That is the most exciting thought I've had all day. President John Edwards!

Here's an idea. Take this link and go to a conservative site and find a reason to link back to it without really saying what it is.O8)

[benny05]

45. Welcome to the DU Carolina Voice

I'm not there yet for President Edwards, but I'm happy he's campaigning for others. He has a plateful for now.

[machka]

47. O_o

...Now where did I put that asbestos suit...?

:rofl:

[DollyM]

67. I wish he had ran instead of Kerry . . .

I think we may have had a better chance of winning with John Edwards. Kerry alwasy seemed a little cold and distant to me. I think JE would have reached people more effectively.

[Carolina Voice]

70. Me too...

If that had been the case, we wouldn't be in the mess we are in today, because we would have had President Edwards. I like the sound of that.

[america_in_08]

46. Thanks for the great post.

I am glad John Edwards is making such an impact by help Democratic candidates such as Heath Shuler and many others.

November 2008 will be here before we know it, I hope he will run for President>

[machka]

48. Welcome to the DU!

:hi:

[benny05]

50. I hope for the best

meantime, Senator Edwards was in Buffalo talkin' about the minimum wage. http://www.buffalo.edu/news/fast-execute.cgi/article-page.html?article=82160009

Still waitin' for a report, but it should be out tomorrow.

[machka]

52. and tomorrow in NYC...

...talking 'bout US-China relations.

[aaronbees]

51. "I'm talking about us"

Exactly right, John! Damn, how powerful and true! This is so inspiring ....

and thank you to Skinner and the gang for setting up this video forum; this right here is the kind of thing we need to share here before an election .... what a great motivational medium!

:toast: :grouphug: :applause:

* edit to subject line *

[ultraist]

55. Yes, very powerful...

Edwards is an amazing speaker---he speaks from the heart.

I'll join you thanking Skinner et al for adding this awesome video forum!

:applause:

[BigBearJohn]

53. THE MOST REAL GUY WE HAVE. I WANT HIM AS PRESIDENT!!!!

[BigBearJohn]

54. Dare I say, Edwards' sincerity reminds me of a younger Bill Clinton

They both inspire me. I was brought to tears by this.

[Mind_your_head]

56. This is not worthy of the "greatest page" n/t

[machka]

57. Everyone's entitled to an opinion...

:shrug:

Have a good night!

[LeahD]

58. Rallying the troups to vote early and to help get out the vote

is as important as it gets!

Kick!

[ultraist]

64. VOTE and take others to VOTE!

Precisely, LeahD. Getting the word out to GOTV is "as important as it gets."

It's already voting time for most states with early voting.

VOTE DEMOCRATIC!

:patriot:

[LeahD]

87. I VOTED!

We have early voting!
(Just noticed my typo above. Ugh. :blush:)

[Impashund Ubique]

62. The outcomes of a "democratic" forum

Apparently a lot of people thought it was. Majority rules, my friend. But I'd like to know why this impassioned GOTV video is not "worthy" of the greatest page a week before the election. Do educate. If our candidates are able to get across the stakes of these midterms as plainly as Edwards does in his appeal, we might very well become the change we seek.

[nan]

76. The outcomes of a "democratic"forum

Precisely!!

[machka]

79. hey nan!

Nice to see you here! :hi:

[Catchawave]

65. Of course not, it's much too important.....

...and why it's on the HOME PAGE ! :hi:

[Lena inRI]

78. Touche. . .very perceptive remark Mindyourhead. . .

I second the sentiment. Fabricated importance. So much theater . . .

Is this what the Video Forum is going to be. . .candidate commercials for 2008?

GOOD GRIEF! I, for one, won't fall for this shallow stuff. . .I came to DU to get away from the HYPERBOLIC media!


:crazy: :crazy: :crazy: :crazy: :crazy:

[machka]

82. Did you even watch the video?

My God. We're all on the same team, folks - we may like different players, but right now we're all supposed to be working together as a team to get people to the polls, voting for Democrats. That's what this video is about.

You may not like the guy, but surely you cannot dispute his message here..

[Lena inRI]

83. Criticizing Medium, not the Message. . .

a message coming from MOST EVERY Democrat who knows the high stakes at risk next week.

Edwards' speech, which I did watch unlike your snarky question suggests to negate my criticism, is just another delivery of same meme. . .not the greatest speech of this election season as this thread is pushing. . .Edwards' supporters SAY they're for Team Democrat but they're recommending this thread as the greatest thread for TEAM EDWARDS 2008. . .OVER THE TOP. . .

Video Forum = another medium that becomes the message. . .Edwards' fanatics keeping their "American Idol" high profile to drown out Obama. . .Gore. . .Clark

And don't ASSUME that I don't like Edwards; quite frankly it's his zealous fanatics I don't like.

:eyes: :eyes: :eyes: :eyes: :eyes:

[blue neen]

84. I recommended this thread because I thought Edwards gave a great speech.

I am not a part of TEAM EDWARDS 2008, or any team for 2008 yet. I'm keeping an open mind at this point about who I want our candidate to be, but right now it's not even a priority. Getting Bob Casey elected has been a priority; getting John Murtha re-elected has been another priority.

I believe as Democrats we will have many wonderful choices for our candidate in 2008. I am not ready to make that choice now, but I will recommend a good speech for greatest page whenever I see one...and that was the case here. :)

[benny05]

85. In reality

There is a TEAM EDWARDS in Des Moines, but most of us are unaffiliated with it. However, they get out and do stuff for other Dems, such as Chet Culver, who is in a tight race for Governor.

[wundermaus]

59. A time for vigilance ... the whole world is watching...

http://www.votersunite.org/electionproblems.asp

http://lcweb2.loc.gov/natlib/ihas/service/patriotic/100010422/100010422.mp3

[benny05]

71. Welcome to the DU vmaus!

Great picture...:hi:

[machka]

80. Yes, welcome!

That picture is amazing: How far we've come, how far we've yet to go... *sigh*

[benny05]

66. Edwards has great op-ed in WaPo

About our lack of leadership in Uganda...

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/10/30/AR2006103000829.html

[machka]

81. thanks for the link, benny! n/t

[civildisoBDence]

68. Edwards belongs on the ticket in '08. The question is where, with whom?

I'd love to see Edwards/Obama or Edwards/Gore (unlikely!) or Edwards/Clark.

Newsprism

[Frank Nata]

72. EDWARDS IS AWESOME!

He's the only candidate in the 04 races who consistently carried the independent and RHINO votes. That means he's a Democrat with the ability to win more than our nomination, more than the ability to lead Democrats, but also the ability to lead Americans as well. I voted for him in our primary and will campaign for him if he runs. PLEASE RUN JOHN!!!!

[benny05]

73. Welcome to the DU, Frank Nata!

Edwards is electric, isn't he? I sure hope Heath wins!

:hi:

[Frank Nata]

89. Edwards is a good guy, a great speaker, and an AMERICAN!

He's not someone who is just telling me what I wish were true, but instead he tells me what the facts are, and then how to fix it. How many other Presidential hopefuls just give fiery speeches without any real ideas?! Edwards is my man for 08 and 12!!!!

[Emit]

74. I saw him give a similar speech in Reno last week! This clip doesn't

do justice to his full message -- he was right on target in how, from his travels, he's seen the chaos across the world resulting from this failed administration. He tied it all together much more eloquently than I am here with this post. I only wish he was talking to a larger, average-voters crowd -- it was a week-day, mid-day event and we had a smaller turnout than we hoped. He was speaking to the base here. Nevertheless, the point was to get our volunteers motivated for the last GOTV push, and to take the message forward into the neighborhoods. Very inspiring! Thanks for the clip.

[Drama Queen]

88. I agree

This clip was simply pulling out his GOTV message. Here's a longer clip more to the point (and more geared to a 2008 run): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFWbKOiJwWk

[Emit]

90. Thanks Drama Queen and welcome to DU!

:hi:

[Impashund Ubique]

91. Thanks.

That's another thread in itself. I read on NPR's website today that the pundits are watching out for NC-8 this cycle, they think it is a real toss-up. One of the reasons cited was the fact that Shuler has got Edwards to campaign for him. They've done two events together I believe? Heath is probably not the kind of dem that most at DU idealize, but he's got a great shot at the seat - wow, less than a week left!

[benny05]

75. Kos just blogged about this race on his site

NC-11 and the competitive South
by kos
Tue Oct 31, 2006 at 10:18:31 AM PST
Elon University. 10/22-26. All voters. MoE 5% (No trend lines)



Taylor (R) 26
Shuler (D) 46



The race is tighter than that, since 2/3rds of poll respondents probably won't vote. And as you've seen in the CNN polling blogged earlier, the general populace is much more anti-Republican than likely voters. That's been one of our crutches the past few cycles.

http://www.dailykos.com/

[kestrel91316]

77. Now THERE'S what I call a true leader - and note the conspicuous

absence of a smirk on that face.

..........we was TRULY robbed in 2004..........sigh........

[MontanaMaven]

86. Send this out to everyone to get them working

He makes you want to work. He makes you want to get up in the morning. After so much exclusion from the bullies of both parties, he asks you to join him. He asks you to become part of something big. There still is his belief like Thomas Paine's "That we have it in our power to begin the world again." I sen this to the ground troops in my county as we enter the final week, but to not stop there. This is a movement and not about an election.