Who is Barack Obama?
Beacon - John McCain keeps asking this question at his rallies - then he gives answers that are shockingly false and negative. That’s why the Obama campaign believe’s it is vital that people volunteer for at least one day during the final days of this election. Their strategy is to call upon voters to let them know the truth about Barack.
"Our opponents try to stir up doubt and fear by questioning who Barack really is - as if after more than a decade in public office, more than 20 months on the campaign trail, dozens of debates, two books written by him and dozens more about him, people still don’t have enough information to decide for themselves who should lead our country," said one Obama supporter.
Last Saturday, Dutchess County for Obama, held a telephone bank event at the Muddy Cup on Main Street in Beacon. Throughout the afternoon volunteers called upon voters asking them to get involved. They told their personal stories and reasons as to why they will be voting for Obama on November 4th.
Maureen Cotter, coordinator of the Muddy Cup event, said the group will continue to host the phone bank every Saturday. While no experience is required, they ask volunteers to bring their cell phones to make calls. The staff will provide everything else.
Those closer to Poughkeepsie in Dutchess County were encourage to volunteer at the Main Street office in Poughkeepsie. All efforts are being co-ordinated by Dutchess County for Obama. They can be reached at (845)831-6737 or (845)797-9810.
With only a few weeks left until election day, the economic situation continuing to worsen, all callers are being encouraged to vote. Those who have recently registered to vote in Dutchess County are asked to check with the Board of Elections to ensure their application has been received, processed and verify their status. The Board has received numerous applications and is working to get them all processed. Contact Commissioners David Gamache or Frances Knapp at (845)486-2473 or email at dutchesselections@co.dutchess.ny.us or check your status online at http://www.dutchesselections.com.
