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As everyone knows by now, the wildfires are raging in California. Since there are many people facing loss of homes and other hardships involved in this disaster, and we all hope for the best for everyone, there is some information I think needs to be shared.
As a member of
John Edwards One Corps we have done things around the country to help people who may be less fortunate than ourselves. Organize food drives, work at soup kitchens, donate goods for the soldiers to let them know we haven't forgotten them, that we do support them no matter the actions of this administration. Well it is time to step up again, we learned from the actions of FEMA after Katrina hit New Orleans, we can't trust this President or his cronies to act in a timely manner, it is up to us to care for those in need and lend a hand.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the more than 300,000 families who have been forced to flee their homes to escape the wildfires spreading across southern California. Those affected by this tragedy should take comfort in the fact that their fellow Americans are standing with them and will do whatever it takes to fight the fires and rebuild the homes and businesses that were destroyed." John Edwards has set up a page where anyone who is interested can sign up and pitch in to
help. If you are near and have the ability, you can sign up and the campaign will put you in touch with the California One Corps chapters that are helping in this effort.
If you are not within striking distance, if it's not an option to travel to the scene, but would still be interested in lending a helping hand, Senator Edwards has built a page with links to some important information.
The Red Cross notes that a financial contribution -- rather than sending supplies -- is the best way to help. Learn more and contribute.
The
latest fire disaster information . Includes updated maps and emergency contacts.
Volunteer opportunities related to the Southern California wildfires.
The state's
Web site has updated emergency information.
There it is, Senator Edwards is calling on us once again. Reminding us we are Americans and some things take precedent. If you are able to help in any way at all, I urge you contact the campaign, or go to one of the links provided,and offer whatever assistance you can.
Calls to action, a willingness to think of others and take concrete steps in helping humanity is one of the many reasons that I support John Edwards. I have no evidence of this, because I don't have any contact with the campaign, but this sure smells of an Elizabeth Edwards action, as she is one of the most caring people on the planet, and we all know about her love of the blogosphere. Wouldn't she make a wonderful First Lady?
I know I am not supposed to ask, but please recommend this so we can get these links out to everyone.
Thank you.
http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2007/10/24/32838/425This is what leadership is about and why I support John Edwards 110%. :patriot:
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