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I don't know. I would like to meet people who support Bill Richardson and make an effort to initiate action to back his campaig. Any sggestions will be welcomed

Ya''at'eeh,
Will be voting for Bill in the primary and writing him in on the General Election.
Sending message to the media that helped bury the only viable choice we had for president. Beyond Bill there is nothing, my vote still goes for him, who ever wants to join the protest , welcome on my canoe.
Dine'

Post Data,
our voting block membership of the rank and file of Si Se Puede, Native American voting block rank and file along with diehard loyal supporters from this website will join the protest WAR PARTY, I look forward to the blessing from the GREAT Spirit it will come to pass that the nation will recieve a major surprize on primary election and even more on the General Election in November.
There will be many brothers and sisters from among all of Native America that will support our effort in conjunction with support of our Lakota Brothers whom have declared themselves a separate FREE LAKOTA NATION.
There are many Native American brothers and sisters that openly will say I follow Party Line Directive as proposed by the Tribal Leadership, and the Native American Caucass, However when in the polls the vote is done in secret and they will let their heart decide at the last moment.
Native America is and has been for GBR from the GET GO, and our hearts as a Nation of first people weigh heavy with sadness, because the press that was bought and paid for by the agents of the treacherous money machines forced Bill out of the race, by burying him in the press and major media on National TV, even the Latino Mexican Media sold out, over their money hunger.
With Bill dropping from the race the people from our coalitions in the western states where we were going to give them a run for their money, were short changed of the opprtunity.
Regardless, We will all make a statement in unison, we will be drafting Bill for prsident in 2012. There will be no stopping Bill then. San Diego Grass Roots will not cease to exist. We are now the movement in this county to Draft Bill for President in 2012.
can be reched at sandiegogrc4billrichardson@hotmail.com, and also at Party bloggers.org, under Draft Bill Richardson for President in 2012.
I also invite you to join a group in party bloggers called Berk County for Bill Richardson. Leader of group is Carol Wents, from the pensylvania for Richardson Group. All whom want to keep supporting Bill can also contact Her.

May the Great Spirit Bless you all.
T'a'a' iiyisi ahe'hee'
Dine' warrior.

First Lady Barbara Richardson Will Join the Governor on Two-Day Swing

Governor Richardson will travel the Granite State this Tuesday and Wednesday holding Iraq Town Hall Meetings across the state.  First Lady Barbara Richardson will join the Governor for the events in Manchester, Hudson, Pembroke and Dover.     

Governor Richardson will also drop by the Bowl-A-Rama in Portsmouth. 

Tuesday, December 18th

 

WHEN: 7:00 PM (Doors Open at 6:30 PM)

WHAT: Iraq Town Hall Meeting

WHERE: Franco-American Centre, 52 Concord St, Manchester

 

Wednesday, December 19th

 

WHEN: 9:00 AM (Doors Open at 8:30 AM)

WHAT: Iraq Town Hall Meeting

WHERE: Alvirne High School, 200 Derry Rd, Hudson

 

WHEN: 1:30 PM  (Doors Open at 1:00 PM)

WHAT: Iraq Town Hall Meeting

WHERE: Pembroke Academy, 209 Academy Rd, Pembroke

 

WHEN: 6:00 PM

WHAT: Bowl-A-Rama Drop-In

WHERE: 599 Lafayette Rd, Portsmouth

 

WHEN: 7:00 PM (Doors Open at 6:30 PM)

WHAT: Iraq Town Hall Meeting

WHERE: McConnell Center, 30 Saint Thomas St., Dover

 

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Ya''at'eeh!,
I have returned from my unplanned journey, For which I thank the Great Spirit. While away I was graced by the company of my ancestors. Governor Bill Richardson is still being guided by the spirit of the Great Eagle. What I speak can only be understood by my Native American brothers and sisters. He will soar very High despite strong currents, and has all the capability to become victorious, his goal will be hampered from within due to trecherous serpents in his path.

Pray the Great Spirit protect him from the forked tongue of those that only seek to demean the and belittle him while claiming their support for him.

To all my Native American Brothers and sisters I send a special Ahoa', I also invite all new comers from Native America to join me at Dine' Nishli Naakaii group.

May all on this site have merry upcoming Holy Days.
May the Great Spirit Bless The Governor and his family.
May the Great Spirit Bless You all.
Your sincere friend.
Dine' Humble Warrior.
Town Hall Meetings Will Highlight Kitchen Table Concerns


Bill Richardson will return to the Granite State this Friday with kitchen table issues on his mind. Governor Richardson will hold six "Making Ends Meet" Town Hall Meetings across the state focusing on jobs, rising gas prices and health care costs and the real pocketbook issues confronting New Hampshire families.



"There are millions of Americans worried about keeping their jobs, their homes, their pensions and their quality of life," said Governor Richardson. "I'm proud to be the only Democrat in this race with a record of creating jobs and turning an economy around. I know how to do this because I've already done it."



Governor Richardson will also attend the AARP Candidate Forum in Concord and highlight the "New Hampshire Sportsmen for Richardson" Wild Game Potluck Supper in Berlin.



Friday, December 14th



WHEN: 8:00 AM

WHAT: AARP Candidate Forum*

WHERE: Courtyard by Marriott, 70 Constitution Ave, Concord

*RSVP required. Email dmckenna@richardsonforpresident.com to attend.



WHEN: 9:00 AM

WHAT: Media Availability

WHERE: Courtyard by Marriott, 70 Constitution Ave, Concord



WHEN: 12:15 PM (Doors Open at 11:45 AM)

WHAT: "Making Ends Meet" Town Hall Meeting

WHERE: Keene High School, 43 Arch St, Keene



WHEN: 3:30 PM (Doors Open at 3:00 PM)

WHAT: "Making Ends Meet" Town Hall Meeting

WHERE: Earl M. Bourdon Centre, 67 Maple Ave, Claremont



WHEN: 5:30 PM (Doors Open at 5:00 PM)

WHAT: Hanover "Presidential Job Interview"*

WHERE: Kendal at Hanover Retirement Community, 80 Lyme Road, Hanover

*RSVP required for non-Hanover Retirement Community residents. Email mmurov@richardsonforpresident.com to attend.



WHEN: 7:00 PM (Doors Open at 6:30 PM)

WHAT: "Making Ends Meet" Town Hall Meeting

WHERE: Lebanon High School, 193 Hanover Street, Lebanon



Saturday, December 15th



WHEN: 9:00 AM

WHAT: Tilt'n Diner Drop-In

WHERE: 61 Laconia Rd, Tilton



WHEN: 10:00 AM (Doors Open at 9:30 AM)

WHAT: "Making Ends Meet" Town Hall Meeting

WHERE: Hart's Turkey Farm Restaurant, 233 Daniel Webster Hwy, Meredith



WHEN: 12:30 PM (Doors Open at 12:00 PM)

WHAT: "Making Ends Meet" Town Hall Meeting

WHERE: Community House Annex, 141 Main St, Littleton



WHEN: 3:45 PM (Doors Open at 3:15 PM)

WHAT: "Making Ends Meet" Town Hall Meeting

WHERE: Kennett High School, 409 Eagles Way, Conway



WHEN: 6:00 PM (Doors Open at 5:30 PM)

WHAT: "New Hampshire Sportsmen for Richardson" Wild Game Potluck Supper

WHERE: Cook House, Northern Forest Heritage Park, 961 Main Street, Berlin

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Friends, greetings from snowy Iowa. Great news, Robert Becker, who serves as the Iowa State Director for our campaign, will be joining us on next week's call. I wanted to send everyone that signed up for the last call a short note asking each and every one of you to invite your family and friends to our next call which is scheduled for Wednesday December 12th at 9PM EST. It is extremely easy to do this. Simply pass along this link: http://action.richardsonforpresident.com/page/event/detail/wfz

No wonder Al, Sr. and Bobby Unser won so many races. From November 28 to December 1, we drove them up and down New Hampshire, and they would not stop campaigning for their friend, Bill Richardson. They just won’t quit until the Governor becomes President.

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The brothers gave new meaning to the Richardson 500, the name of their campaign tour: over four days, they traveled almost exactly 500 miles all over New Hampshire. They made about 35 different stops. They started in Nashua, cruised up through Franconia Notch and deep into the North Country, then wound their back down through the Lakes Region to Concord.

The Unsers didn’t mind the snowy roads, early mornings, and freezing temperatures. They smiled for dozens of pictures, signed hundreds of autographs, and shook thousands of hands. And at every stop, more people learned about the great things that Bill Richardson has done for the state of New Mexico. The Unsers kept saying, “Before Bill Richardson was Governor, New Mexico ranked last in everything good, and first in everything bad. Now, we’re proud of our state because the Governor has made it a great place to live, to do business, to enjoy the outdoors.”

In most of the places we stopped, there was a good mix of people who were already devoted Bill Richardson supporters and folks who were still undecided. Some people just wanted to meet the Unsers! But at every stop, Al and Bobby let everybody know that Bill Richardson is a great man and a bold leader, and the brothers convinced a whole lot of people to support the Richardson for President campaign.

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One thing Bobby said during the trip keeps ringing in my head: “Everybody talks about change, but nothing happens. It’s time for a GOOD change, for a change! Wouldn’t that be nice?”

It would be nice. Lets keep following the Unsers lead (they’re used to being up front). We won’t stop until Bill Richardson is the winner in New Hampshire on January 8.

Legendary Indy car drivers Bobby Unser, Sr. and Al Unser, Sr. will stump the Granite State this week for Governor Bill Richardson.  The famous brothers will highlight the Governor’s successful leadership of their home state of New Mexico, as well as his steadfast support for hunters and outdoorsmen.

 “Bobby and I normally steer clear of presidential politics but we couldn’t sit this one out,” said Al Unser, Sr.  “We’ve witnessed firsthand the difference that Bill Richardson’s leadership has made for the people of New Mexico and we know that he can be a real force for change in Washington, D.C.”

 The “Richardson 500 Tour” will begin in New Hampshire’s Southern Tier and travel upwards into the North Country.  There will be opportunities for photographs and autographs from the three-time and four-time Indianapolis 500 champions.  Weather permitting, the events will also feature a sprint car similar to the type that Bobby drove to six consecutive victories at the Pikes Peak hillclimb.  All events are free and open to the public. 

Below are the complete public schedule and bios of the racing legends.

 

Wednesday, November 28

When: 4:45 PM

What: “Meet the Unsers” at the Nashua Harley-Davidson 

Where: 717 Route 101A Merrimack

 

Thursday, November 29

 

When: 8:45 AM

What: “Meet the Unsers” at Bobby’s West Side Auto

Where: 12 Adams Street, Greenville

When: 11:15 AM

What: Drop by the Puritan Backroom

Where: 245 Hooksett Rd, Manchester

 

When: 1:15 PM

What:  Drop by T-Bones

Where: 1182 Union Ave, Laconia

 

When: 3:00 PM

What: Drop by Tilton Diner

Where: 61 Laconia Rd., Tilton

 

When: 5:00 PM

What: “Meet the Unsers” at the Woodstock Inn & Brewery 

Where: Route 3, Main St., North Woodstock

 

When: 7:15 PM

What: North Grafton Democratic Committee Meeting

Where: Crapo Building, 1411 Main St., Sugar Hill

 

Friday, November 30

 

When: 8:15 AM         

What: “Meet the Unsers” at the Littleton Community House Annex

Where: 141 Main St., Littleton

 

When: 10:45 AM

What: Visit to White Mountains Regional High School

Where: 127 Regional Rd, Whitefield

 

When: 11:30 AM       

What: Drop by Scorpio’s Pizza

Where: 180 Main St. Lancaster

 

When: 4:15 PM          

What: “Meet the Unsers” at Emerson’s Outdoor Store

Where: 149 State St., Groveton

 

When: 7:00 PM          

What: “Meet the Unsers” the Berlin VFW

Where: 1107 Main St, Berlin

 

Saturday, December 1

                 

When: 8:15 AM         

What:  “Meet the Unsers” at the White Mountain Chalet

Where: 161 E. Milan Rd, Berlin

 

When: 9:45 AM          

What:  “Meet the Unsers” at LL Cote’s Outdoor Store

Where: 25 Main St., Errol

 

When: 12:00 PM      

What: Drop by Mr. Pizza

Where: 160 Main St, Gorham

 

When: 1:15 PM

What: Drop by Red Fox Pub

Where: 49 NH Route 16, Jackson

 

When: 2:00 PM          

What: Drop by Almost There Sports Bar

Where: 1287 NH Route 16, Albany

 

When: 3:45 PM          

What: Drop by The Barn Door

Where: 29 Allen Road, Wolfeboro

 

When: 5:45 PM

What: Drop by the Granite Steak and Grill

Where: 11 Farmington Road, Rochester

           

When: 7:30 PM          

What: “Meet the Unsers” at Makris Lobster and Steak House

Where: 354 Sheep Davis Road, Concord

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Dear all (From WMB )

Please canvass for Richardson in New Hampshire. If you can, just
commit to ONE DAY in the campaign in NH, more than anything, this
could make the difference. We are organizing a trip up there from
Harvard Square on the 15th of Dec. that is a Saturday. we will leave
at 9 on the dot, and be back at 7 on the dot. Richardson is surging in
the polls! Help him keep going up!

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In case you missed Governor Richardson at the debate last night let me give you a short synopsis. He rocked. He was in perfect form, answering questions on Iraq, Education, Energy, Immigration and Health Care with a blend of his own impressive accomplishments as a Governor, Congressman, U.N. Ambassador, and Secretary of Energy, and his bold plan for the future.
Check out these two video clips from the debate:
On Iraq:


On Energy:


If you don't believe me that Governor Richardson was at the top of his game last night check out this poll by Nevada's leading newspaper. HERE.

It was a perfect lead in to the Governor's trip to New Hampshire this week. He got me all siked for the Veterans Policy address in Manchester on Monday, and the Health Care town halls on Tuesday. As always keep checking this site for the latest updates on Governor Richardson and his campaign to change America.
Ya''at'teeh!


I from time to time read up on religious materials, concepts and precepts on contemporary religion in the United States, for the purpose of trying to understand other people through their religious belief and practice.

Recently there was a big hoopdelah about the endorsements of Tele evangelist Pat Robertson for a particular candidate.
I believe that it is not only inmoral but should be constituted as illegal for any one that is in the God business in the mega million dollar income Racket to try and influence the outcome on an election.

I have read the Christian Bible and it makes it quite clear that Jesus settled the matter of the question that was thrown at him by Emperor's emissary in relation to the Gold Coin with the Emperor's effigy on it.
Jesus said point blank, Give to Ceasar what is Ceasar's and to God what is God's.
That in my eyes clears up the question about goverment and religion.
Atleast that is what is expected.
Furthermore I was under the impression that non for profit tax free orgs are not supposed to promote politics or politicians.
Yet the protestant Tele evangelists have done this from the get go.
I have not seen any Catholic Hierarchy doing the same, nor hierarchy from any other major religion doing the same, as a matter of fact when they have done in the past they were surely and very quickly stopped. There are laws on the books in many countries that prohibit this type of action, and yet in America it is only prohibited when it is anyone other than protestant.
I am of Shamanic Beliefs. I read from time to time religious litterature handed to me. What is preached and what is done are far to distant. I have read the Christian Bible. There are many things that enlighten, but the actions of the new age self proclaimed prophets of Christianity only turn people away. I am happy and live in peace with the teachings from my elders, I feel sorry for all of those cought up in the religious contradictions about, God, Goverment and Christianity. There are millions of sincere Christians
which are being taken for fools by the many con men which use the God Buissiness for profit.

Prophets for profit.
Yes indeed, money exchanging hands from politicians to the so called moral majority religious prophets go hand in hand. The reality is they are still cought up in their own greedy needs.Paying homage to their real God. Money and power. When the europeans arrived to the America's they worshipped the same God then they worship now.
The God Business is good, living lifestyles of kings, and the best of all is they can elect governors presidents, and it is all tax free. They answer to no one. Only to God, THEIR GOD MONEY, AND POWER.
I am still a savage in their eyes. It does not matter, I am a proud Native American. I would rather be considered a heathen, than to be cought up and exploited by prophets for profit.



THE LATTER INDIVIDUALS GIVE THE TRUE SINCERE CHRISTIANS A BAD IMAGE.
I HOPE I HAVE OFFENDED NO ONE. IT IS NOT MY INTENTION. I ONLY BRING THIS TO LIGHT BECAUSE NO ONE SEEMS TO CARE ABOUT IT AND MORE ATTENTION SHOULD BE BROUGHT UP ON THE MATTER.

T'A'A' IIYISI AHE'HEE
DINE' WARRIOR.
HA'GOO'NEE'

The first annual Manchester City Marathon was held today, featuring 1,600 runners from New Hampshire and 37 other states across the country.  On the campaign trail for Governor Richardson, we go where the people are, and today we went to spread Governor Richardson's message and meet people as they ran 26 miles up and down the streets of Manchester.  

We were out early, waving Richardson rally signs and cheering for the runners at 8:30 on the starting line by Veterans Park on Elm.  With so many people from all across the state and the country it was too good of an opportunity to show our support for Governor Richardson to pass by.

As runners came back to Elm Street for the halfway mark, three men running the full 26 miles in green tartan kilts saw our signs and began cheering for Richardson.  It was amazing, they had just passed the water table on mile 13, and as one of the men raised his hand to cheer, his cup of water spilled across the street.  

I don't know how they were running a marathon and still had energy to cheer, but it was awfully inspiring.  A great way to start the week.  The weather is getting colder here, but the race is heating up.  Stay tuned to this site for more news on Governor Richardson and his visits to the Granite State.


Richardson Supports at the First Annual Manchester Marathon

For Immediate Release                                            

November 2, 2007

 

Manchester, NH – Governor Bill Richardson will return to the Granite State on Thursday for events in Manchester, Concord and Portsmouth.  The Governor will appear at the Center for U.S. Global Engagement’s Impact ‘08 event to discuss his vision for restoring America’s leadership in the world.  Governor Richardson will also hold events in Concord and Portsmouth to discuss his bold plan to eliminate our nation’s crippling dependence on foreign oil, while rapidly cutting climate-changing emissions.  These ideas are the focus of the Governor’s new book, Leading By Example: How We Can Inspire an Energy and Security Revolution. 

 

Thursday, November 8th

 

When: 8:30 AM
What: Impact ’08 in New Hampshire: Building a Better, Safer World – Featured Speaker  
Where: Institute of Politics, Saint Anselm College, 100 Saint Anselm Drive, Manchester, NH

 

When: 9:30 – 10:30 AM (Doors Open at 9:00 AM)
What: Book Signing, Discussion, and Q&A
Where: Gibson's Bookstore, 29 South Main Street, Concord

 

When: 1:00 PM (Doors Open 12:30 PM)
What: Seacoast Media Group “Energy Forum”*
Where: Seacoast Media Group, 111 New Hampshire Ave., Portsmouth

*Space is limited.  RSVP by e-mail only to mmccord@seacoastonline.com.  

 

  

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This post is from Portsmouth Mayor Steve Marchand, I am merely the messenger.  Mayor Marchand is a great addition to the New Hampshire campaign.  Still only 33, he was elected mayor of Portsmouth in 2005 with over 67 percent of the vote. He has been praised for his successful stewardship of green energy initiatives as well as his fiscal leadership in introducing transparency and accountability to the city budget. The Portsmouth Herald wrote of Marchand, "the guy has guts, energy and ambition."

 Portsmouth Mayor Stever Marchand Edorseded Governor Richardson

 Why I'm Supporting Governor Bill Richardson

Monday afternoon, I publicly announced my support of Gov. Bill Richardson for President.  As Democrats, we are very fortunate - this is, in my opinion, the deepest field of presidential candidates since at least 1992.  That said, we live at a time when we have many difficult challenges ahead of us.  How we exit Iraq in a way that leaves the region with the best chance of stability.  How we create a 21st century economy based on domestic, diverse, and sustainable energy sources.  How we assure universal access to quality health care, irrespective of one's socioeconomic status.  How we strengthen our economy to ensure the growth of the middle class, and the long-term solvency of Social Security and Medicare.  Protection of our civil liberties, and a woman's right to choose.  The list goes on - and I believe Bill Richardson is the person best equipped to address these challenges, and reverse the course set by the Bush Administration.

 
I'm supporting Bill Richardson for several reasons:

1)  Ideology - No candidate better matches my ideology on domestic and fiscal policy than Governor Richardson. 

His record of fiscal conservatism as Governor shows that you can watch the bottom line and still support critical investments in education and social services. 

He is environmentally progressive, and has used strong incentives to encourage R&D in 21st century environmental and energy technologies.

He gets that if you want the Middle East to stop believing that America's plans for Iraq include a long-term occupation, you need to remove our military presence, and create an environment that allows for diplomacy.

On education, his plan heavily emphasizes providing incetives for attracting teachers into the profession, and reducing the cost of their education through post-graduation public service.  He would repeal No Child Left Behind, rather than simply fix it.  It needs to be scrapped.

Of course, on issues such issues as choice, gun rights, and gay rights, he believes in the strong protection of our civil liberties.

2)  Experience - Executive experience as a successful governor.  A former congressman.  The U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations for President Clinton, as well as the former Secretary of Energy.  He's negotiated concessions form some of the world's most difficult nations, including Iraq, North Korea, and Sudan.  He's dealt with immigration, as a governor of a key border state.

Most Americans say they want a president who can work with people across the political spectrum to get things done.  Consider this:  if you can successfully talk with the leaders of North Korea or Iraq, then working with Republicans and members of Congress shouldn't be too much a of a stretch.  We need experienced leadership on day one in 2009, and this field has a lot of it - I believe Bill Richardson's depth and breadth of experience is clearly the best of the field.

3)  Personality & Politics - After speaking with him many times, and seeing him in action many times further, I must say - I like him personally quite a bit.  He's extremely approachable, conversational and witty, and is very good at retail politics.  In a lot of ways, the NH Primary is truly just getting underway, with about a 70-day sprint ahead of us.  Most voters have not made up their mind, and if they get a chance to see Gov. Richardson, they will like him.

In terms of the politics, this will be a tight general election.  He is a Latino governor of a swing state, with strong legislative, executive, and diplomatic credentials.  He is the best general election match up for us Democrats, and he is making progress in the early primary-caucus states, all leading up to Super Duper Tuesday on February 5th - a day heavy on states in the West and Southwest.

I'll be very active on the campaign, acting as an advisor and a frequent surrogate.  I've run statewide and congressional campaigns, I've been mayor of the most Democratic city in the state, and I've run for statewide office, receiving a lot of wonderful support across New Hampshire.  This election is too important not to get involved in a meaningful way, and I'll have that opportunity for Governor Richardson.  I'd ask all of you to consider him, as well, and thanks again for all you do to make this a premier progressive site on the blogosphere.

 

Governor Richardson was in Concord today and officially entered the historic first in the universe New Hampshire Primary.  

Watching Governor Richardson sign his name to the filing forms on the historic antique desk upon which all Presidential candidates in New Hampshire sign there name was an experience I will never forget.  It is a moment that I will never forget.  One that I will tell my children and grandchildren about, "I was there when President Bill Richardson officially placed his name on the New Hampshire primary ballot."

 

Filing Day

 

"The Governor sat at the 200 year old desk that was in the State House in 1819 when it opened signed his name and then wrote 'Candidate for the Office of the President of the United States' beside it."  

In American politics there are few if any certainties, things which never change.  The New Hampshire primary, the process through which all Presidential candidates are vetted, examined, pushed and prodded by the residents of the Granite State, is a constant.  That anyone with just $1000 and a vision for the country can place themselves in contention for the Presidency of the United States is a testament to American democracy.  It is a reminder that regardless of all the media coverage of polls and fundraising this is nation where anyone can be President.

I am extremely proud to have Governor Richardson place his name amongst so many other great Americans who have sought this highest office.  

Now its time to win -- see you on the trail and stay tuned here for more information on Governor Richardson's campaign.

 

 

Filing Day

"Run Bill Run!"  Was the cheer of the crowd assembled at Governor Richardson's House Party in Hollis over the weekend.  "Don't sleep just keep campaigning." 

 

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The Governor had arrived an hour and a half earlier, giving his customary brief stump speech followed by numerous questions from the assembled Granite State voters.  One woman stood up to ask her question and said, "I came here as a Hillary supporter, but now I'm supporting you."

The Governor stopped at Keene State later in the day and spoke to the Set America Free coalition, a group of national security, religious and environmental leaders working to reduce our nation's dependence on foreign oil.  He renewed his vow to cut energy dependency, to provide national leadership on the issue as President.  By cutting oil demand 50% by 2020, green house gas emissions 90% by 2050, and providing economic incentives to promote green energy industry.

Governor Richardson's wife, First Lady Barbara Richardson, was also in New Hampshire accompanying the him on the trip.  Although she is a native New Englander, and an alumna of Colby Sawyer College in New London this was her first time traveling the Granite State with him since April during the snow storm.


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Barbara Richardson hosted several events with the Governor during the weekend, but also held several of her own including a women's advocacy reception in Concord.  

Governor Richardson has a strong women's policy agenda, that includes calling for the passage of the ERA to finally, constitutionally, give women the equality they are due.  But that wasn't what Barbara Richardson was there to discuss.  As First Lady of New Mexico she has been a leader on a number of issues, and is the only First Lady in the nation to have an office in the State House.  

Her primary focus has been on the prevention of domestic violence, and just like her husband she is a force to be reckoned with, pushing hard for needed reform.  Barbara headed a commission to study 'best practices' of domestic violence prevention around the country.  After a year of intensive research, when she went to Bill with all of the information, his response was, "what do you need?"  

Together they established a Domestic Violence Czar to be the point person in the fight against domestic violence in New Mexico, and increased funding for shelters and mentoring programs.  As a result, New Mexico has become a leader in the prevention of domestic violence, improving and saving the lives if numerous women.

In the light of issues like the War in Iraq, and health care, energy and immigration reform, we forget about some lower profile government initiatives and what an astounding effect they have on our lives.  As the First Lady said both she and Governor Richardson believe strongly, "in the power of one person to affect positive change in people's lives."  

Stay tuned to this website for more on the Governor's upcoming visits.

Manchester, NH – Governor Bill Richardson and First Lady Barbara Richardson will campaign together in New Hampshire this weekend, with joint events in North Hampton on Saturday and Bedford on Sunday.

Governor Richardson will also campaign in Durham, Manchester, Pelham, Hollis, Rindge and Keene.  Barbara Richardson will hold events in Exeter, Salem, Concord and Manchester.  

Bill Richardson continues to outwork the other presidential candidates in the Granite State.  Since July, the Governor has held 58 “Presidential Job Interviews” and other public events across New Hampshire, more than any other Democratic candidate.   

Governor Richardson

Saturday, October 20th 

When: 10:00 AM (Doors Open 9:30 AM)

What: Durham “Presidential Job Interview”

Where: Home of Denise Sassaman, 2 Emerson Road, Durham

 

When: 1:15 PM (Doors Open 12:45 PM)

What: North Hampton “Presidential Job Interview” with First Lady Barbara Richardson

Where: Home of Patty O’Connor, 10 Mill Road, North Hampton

 

When: 5:00 PM (Doors Open 4:30 PM)

What: Meet and Greet

Where: J.W. Hill Restaurant, 795 Elm St., Manchester

 

Sunday, October 21st

 

When: 8:30 AM

What: Alicia’s Diner

Where: 116 Bridge St., Pelham

 

When: 12:00 PM (Doors Open 11:30 AM)

What: Bedford “Presidential Job Interview” with First Lady Barbara Richardson

Where: Home of Carolyn Richmond, 37 Pebble Beach Dr, Bedford

 

When: 2:00 PM (Doors Open 1:30 PM)

What:  Hollis “Presidential Job Interview”

Where: Home of Dr. Robert Oot and Dr. Carol Robey, 9 Mendelssohn Dr., Hollis

 

When: 4:00 PM (Doors Open 3:30)

What: Franklin Pierce University “Presidential Job Interview”

Where: Pierce Hall, 40 University Drive, Rindge 

 

When: 6:00 PM (Doors Open 5:30)

What: Set America Free “Primary Energy: ’08 Series”

Where: Mabel Brown Room, Keene State College, 229 Main St., Keene

 

Barbara Richardson

 

Saturday, October 20th

 

When: 10:00 AM

What: Retirement Community Visit

Where: 7 Riverwoods Dr., Exeter

 

When: 1:15 PM (Doors Open 12:45 PM)

What: North Hampton “Presidential Job Interview” with Governor Richardson

Where: Home of Patty O’Connor, 10 Mill Road, North Hampton

 

When: 4:00 PM (Doors Open 3:30 PM)

What: Meet and Greet

Where: Home of Lexi Roth, 103 Corinthian Dr, Salem

 

Sunday, October 21th

 

When: 9:00 AM

What: Meet and Greet

Where: Heart's Desire Bakery, 11 Main Street, Greenville NH

 

When: 12:00 PM (Doors Open 11:30 AM)

What: Bedford “Presidential Job Interview” with Governor Richardson

Where: Home of Carolyn Richmond, 37 Pebble Beach Dr, Bedford

 

When: 2:00 PM (Doors Open 1:30 PM)

What: Women’s Advocacy Reception

Where: 18 Low Ave., Concord – 2nd Floor Lobby

 

When: 4:30 PM (Doors Open 4:00 PM)

What: Meet and Greet

Where: Franco-American Centre, 52 Concord St, Manchester

 

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Promoted by Joaquin- Another great report from New Hampshire! 


It's official, Governor Bill Richardson loves New Hampshire.  So much in fact that we couldn't get him away from the Portsmouth Democrats where he was keynoting their annual dinner.  "You're more important," he joked. "I don't recall Keith voting in New Hampshire!"  Thankfully, Governor Richardson made the Olbermann interview on time and was great - you can watch it here (link)

The Governor's latest New Hampshire trip, his seventh since July, was headlined by the unveiling of his national education policy at Manchester High School West.  Speaking the school auditorium that bears his name, Bob Baines, the former Manchester Mayor and principal of Manchester High School West introduced the Governor to an auditorium packed with students, teachers, local education officials and Granite State voters. 

"Let us once again measure our national greatness not by the hardness of our walls or the easy accumulation of material things…but by the cultivation of learning, the quality of our national character, and the frank determination to make tomorrow better than today for all mankind," the Governor said.

He went on to propose a series of bold initiatives, paid for in full by smart cuts to wasteful and outdated military programs.

The Governor called for:

-- full-day preschool for every 4-year-old
-- full funding of Head Start
-- scrapping No Child Left Behind
-- raising starting teacher salaries to an average of $40,000 annually
-- 100,000 new math and science teachers
-- 250 math and science academies
-- a bold public service program offering two years of college tuition in exchange for one year of service
-- a renewed investment in music and the arts
-- eliminating "junk food" in schools

The Governor received a standing ovation as he finished the address, and stayed for a long time to answer questions from community members and students. 

Bold ideas, and the experience to make them really happen - that's why I'm supporting Governor Richardson.

Promoted by Joaquin- This will be a great trip for the Governor. See you there!

Governor Bill Richardson returns to the Granite State next week for a two-day campaign swing with a heavy focus on education. Governor Richardson will unveil his national education policy at Manchester High School West and participate in the NEA’s "School House to the White House" event, spending a morning in the classroom of a New Hampshire elementary school.

The Governor’s trip will also include keynote addresses before the Clean Air-Cool Planet Energy & Climate Solutions Conference, New Hampshire Latino Summit and the Portsmouth Democrats Annual Banquet.

Bill Richardson continues to outwork his opponents, day in, day out, on the campaign trail. The Governor has held 51 "Presidential Job Interviews" and other public events across New Hampshire, more than any other Democratic candidate, with another seven scheduled for this trip.

Thursday, October 11th

When: 8:30 AM
What: "School House to White House" Event*
Where: Manchester, NH

*Closed to the general public. Media RSVP required for school security purposes.

When: 12:00 PM (Doors Open 11:30 AM)
What: National Education Policy Speech
Where: Manchester High School West, 9 Notre Dame Avenue, Manchester*

*RSVP required for school security purposes – email jblanchard@richardsonforpresident.com

When: 5:00 PM (Doors Open 4:30 PM)
What: Concord "Presidential Job Interview"
Where: Mill Brook Gallery & Home of Pam Tarbell, 236 Hopkinton Road, Concord

When: 6:30 PM
What: New Hampshire Latino Summit*
Where: Southern New Hampshire University, 2500 N. River Rd, Hooksett

*Ticket required – visionhispananh@yahoo.com for details

Friday, October 12th

When: 8:00 AM (Doors Open 7:30 AM)
What: Salem Chamber of Commerce "Presidential Job Interview"
Where: Southern New Hampshire University (Salem Campus), 19 Keewaydin Dr # A, Salem

When: 9:30 AM
What: "Politics and Eggs" Candidate Series*
Where: Bedford Village Inn, 2 Olde Bedford Way, Bedford

*Ticket required – email ecrew@richardsonforpresident.com for details

When: 3:30 PM
What: Clean Air-Cool Planet "Energy & Climate Solutions Conference*
Where: Center of New Hampshire Radisson, 700 Elm St., Manchester

*Ticket required – email rstephenson@cleanair-coolplanet.org for details

When: 5:45 PM (Doors Open 5:30 PM)
What: Somersworth "Presidential Job Interview"
Where: Somersworth High School, 11 Memorial Drive, Somersworth

When: 7:00 PM (Doors Open 6 PM)
What: Portsmouth Democrats Banquet*
Where: Sheraton Harborside Hotel, 250 Market Street, Portsmouth

*Ticket required – email t.s.slater@comcast.net for details

        For many people September 26th was just another Democratic Debate, but for me and nearly 50 Tufts University students it was an exciting day of supporting the best candidate to be our next President.  Governor Richardson has a strong connection to Tufts, he is an alumnus twice over, graduating from Tufts University in 1970 and the Fletcher School in 1971.  During his time at Tufts, he was a standout pitcher for the 'Jumbos' baseball team.

 

Students from Tufts University Traveling to Dartmouth College in Support of Governor Richardson

We left the Tufts University campus on yellow school bus packed with students and two New Hampshire bloggers at three in the afternoon. It took nearly three hours to reach Hanover, NH, but the trip was well worth it. The Tuftonians all got into the spirit of the day and ran onto the center of the Dartmouth green, chanting; “Tufts University is here today, Supporting Bill Richardson all the way,” and waving signs. A video of the Tufts, and the Governor’s other volunteers is here.

There was an diverse blend of students on the bus, all different class years, and academic majors - they came from all over the United States, there was even a freshman from Israel. For her, the Governor’s stance on the Middle East, that he would make a “cornerstone of our foreign policy...the strength and the security of Israel,” was extremely important. Another student had been a fan of the Governor for years. Ever since he saw him speak at the United Nations in New York city on a field trip, during the Governor‘s time as the United States U.N. Ambassador.

For me the most revealing moment of the night was during the debate when the other candidates again refused to answer the Governor’s question of “how many troops they would leave in Iraq and for how long?” By 2013 we would still have American troops in Iraq - years after every single one of those Tufts students will have graduated we will still be fighting this war. Governor Richardson has been clear on this issue, he will get all American troops out of Iraq within a year, leaving no residual forces behind. After watching the debate as a huge group in the Governor’s Lebanon office at 85 Mechanic Street in Lebanon, we all packed back on to the bus to make a special stop on our way home.

Tired from a long day and hours of cheering and waving signs for the Governor, the Tufts kids stumbled out of our yellow bus to see the Governor off at the airport. A final rousing cheer erupted, as the Governor pulled up to the gate and got out of the car. The Tufts students chanted “Rich-ard-son, Rich-ard-son, Rich-ard-son” so loudly, some of the airport staff came outside to see what was going on.

Tufts University Students Say Good-bye to Governor Richardson After the Debate at Dartmouth College

“It was a great experience to travel up to New Hampshire with my friends to support Governor Richardson, a Tufts alum,” said Mimi Briskman, a Tufts sophomore from Orlando Florida. The Governor talked to his fellow Jumbos, shaking hands and taking pictures, thanking everyone for their support and vowing to outwork all the other candidates. “Everyone got a thrill cheering before the debate and having the opportunity to meet him after, she continued.”It was the perfect end to the night, and one that neither I nor the over three dozen students I traveled with will ever forget.

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