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therealshari
True Blue Farmgirl
235 Posts
Shari
Beryl
UT
USA
235 Posts |
 Posted - Nov 26 2008 : 08:56:16 AM
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No matter what your political leaning, Barack wants to hear from you at http://change.gov
I went there yesterday and gave him my two cents. I also will be adding more as I think of it.
I challenge you to do the same thing. This is how change will be accomplished, from the grass roots. So, make yourself heard.
Shari Thomas
From the "middle of nowhere" Beryl, Utah. Our farm is nearly complete with 3 horses, 6 ewes, a cow and heifer calf, 19 chickens, 5 dogs and four country gals. I blog about it at http://sharithomas.com |
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kissmekate
True Blue Farmgirl
890 Posts
Kate
Delano
Minnesota
890 Posts |
Posted - Nov 26 2008 : 11:20:29 PM
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Thanks for the link.
I personally didn't vote for Obama. However, I did give him a piece of my mind in a respectful manner.
I truly hope that he does a great job, if anything, to prove his naysayers wrong.
Whoever you voted for, please keep our leader(s) in your thoughts and prayers at this time. We truly need it right now.
Pray that cool heads and wisdom prevail.
Thanks.
Don't miss out on a blessing, just because it isn't packaged the way you expected. ~MaryJo Copeland |
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lisamarie508
True Blue Farmgirl
2648 Posts
Lisa
Idaho City
ID
USA
2648 Posts |
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
2087 Posts
Bridget
Ligonier
pa
USA
2087 Posts |
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therealshari
True Blue Farmgirl
235 Posts
Shari
Beryl
UT
USA
235 Posts |
Posted - Nov 27 2008 : 08:47:38 AM
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It matters not whether you voted for him or not. What matters is that we give him our ideas, our concerns and our needs.
This is the first time I can remember that ANY elected official sincerely wants to hear from the common folk. Remember if enough of us tell him pretty much the same thing, we can effect change from the real grass roots.
A common thread I've seen amongst us farm girls is that any "bailout" should come directly to main street (not business, not banks, but US), so we can eliminate credit card debt, pay off medical bills, etc. Once that's done, we agree to cut up the credit cards and live within our means.
If you agree with that... tell him so. He needs to hear it millions of times!
Shari Thomas
From the "middle of nowhere" Beryl, Utah. Our farm is nearly complete with 3 horses, 6 ewes, a cow and heifer calf, 19 chickens, 5 dogs and four country gals. I blog about it at http://sharithomas.com |
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PlumCreekMama
True Blue Farmgirl
730 Posts
Heather
Iowa
USA
730 Posts |
Posted - Nov 27 2008 : 6:51:27 PM
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I did vote for Obama and can't wait for him to take office! Shari- I am in total agreement with you on the bailout. I think if we got the money, the banks and businesses wouldn't be in so much trouble because we would be able to pay off some of our debts. Giving the bailout money to the banks and businesses does nothing for us! I'm going to have to voice my opinion on the site.
http://plumcreekmama.blogspot.com/
http://plumcreekcreations.etsy.com |
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Linda Houston
True Blue Farmgirl
538 Posts
Linda
Lake Charles
Louisiana
USA
538 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2008 : 11:41:38 AM
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I stated my concerns for our country. Thank ou for submitting this website. I had no idea there was something like this out there.
Linda H |
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Room To Grow
True Blue Farmgirl
974 Posts
Deborah
Kingston
Georgia
USA
974 Posts |
Posted - Nov 30 2008 : 07:55:38 AM
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I just put my 2 cents in....
Deborah
we have moved to our farm...and love it |
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therealshari
True Blue Farmgirl
235 Posts
Shari
Beryl
UT
USA
235 Posts |
Posted - Nov 30 2008 : 08:43:17 AM
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Ok, let's start a movement. Now that you've put your two cents in... find five or so friends to do the same thing. And then ask them to find five, etc.
This is an opportunity we've never had before, and the Internet is making it possible.
Shari Thomas
From the "middle of nowhere" Beryl, Utah. Our farm is nearly complete with 3 horses, 6 ewes, a cow and heifer calf, 19 chickens, 5 dogs and four country gals. I blog about it at http://sharithomas.com |
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barnagainkristin
True Blue Farmgirl
465 Posts
Kristin
Utah
USA
465 Posts |
Posted - Nov 30 2008 : 7:36:07 PM
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Thanks for sharing this link. I will go there right now.
barnagainkristin |
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therealshari
True Blue Farmgirl
235 Posts
Shari
Beryl
UT
USA
235 Posts |
Posted - Dec 01 2008 : 08:12:28 AM
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He's added another opportunity for you to communicate with him. Now you can lay our YOUR VISION for the future in several areas. Put on your "thinking/dreaming" caps, commit your vision to him. Together with all our visions for the future, the new administration will gain an understanding of rural America's needs, not just "perceived" needs.
Be sure to sign up for his newsletter, too. I have a sneaking suspicion we'll see more of a "what can you do for your country" than sitting back and watching "the government do for us". Remember, the most dangerous phrase in the world... "Hello, I'm from the government and I'm here to help you."
Shari Thomas
From the "middle of nowhere" Beryl, Utah. Our farm is nearly complete with 3 horses, 7 ewes, a cow and heifer calf, 19 chickens, 5 dogs and four country gals. I blog about it at http://sharithomas.com |
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4738 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
4738 Posts |
Posted - Dec 01 2008 : 08:29:31 AM
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Thanks for the link. I voted for Obama and have been very impressed with how hard he is working as "President-Elect". I don't recall any other President-Elect working this much & hard before being sworn in. As an IL voter, I can tell you first hand that our former Senator does listen to the people and your words won't go unheard!
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Edited by - ddmashayekhi on Dec 01 2008 5:52:54 PM |
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palmettogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
571 Posts
sue
camden
south carolina
USA
571 Posts |
Posted - Dec 01 2008 : 10:30:19 AM
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| i hope that he does listen and i hope that he is fair to Everyone! i'm in that middle-income bracket and it seems that i'm not poor enough to get anything and not rich enough to be able to take advantage of loop holes...so all i ever feel that i do is pay. it's very discouraging, working hard to try and get somewhere and in the meantime, living within my means so that i don't stiff anyone. i agree with everyone about the bail out, i just don't think that it's right. |
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therealshari
True Blue Farmgirl
235 Posts
Shari
Beryl
UT
USA
235 Posts |
Posted - Dec 02 2008 : 4:59:46 PM
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Well, this time he's really gone and done it!
He's putting proposed policies up and anyone... that includes you and me... can go in and MAKE CHANGES to the proposals. He wants as much participation as possible.
Here's the link for the health policy discussion... if this is where you have an interest, it's time to get in on "making a difference".
http://change.gov/newsroom/entry/join_the_discussion_daschles_healthcare_response/
Shari Thomas
From the "middle of nowhere" Beryl, Utah. Our farm is nearly complete with 3 horses, 7 ewes, a cow and heifer calf, 19 chickens, 5 dogs and four country gals. I blog about it at http://sharithomas.com |
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rabbithorns
True Blue Farmgirl
544 Posts
Allison
Fort Scott
KS
USA
544 Posts |
Posted - Dec 02 2008 : 8:55:43 PM
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I wrote in with my comments and wishes for a successful term. Thanks for the link. I was surprised when I almost immediately got an email about the health care reform. I usually stay pretty far from politics and thought, oh no! what have I gotten myself into, but then I realized what a fantastic opportunity it is for folks to be asked to participate in forming systems of shared service whether health care or alternative energy industry or anything else that could benefit the country and the world. Remember the old saying - well, it's nice to be asked - even if one doesn't want to answer!
http://www.rabbithorns.etsy.com |
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tribalcime
True Blue Farmgirl
2963 Posts
lisa
lexington
ky
USA
2963 Posts |
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therealshari
True Blue Farmgirl
235 Posts
Shari
Beryl
UT
USA
235 Posts |
Posted - Dec 03 2008 : 5:49:46 PM
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Here's even better news. They've now set up discussions on the economy. All you have to do is sign up for a free account with "intense debate". That's the software provider they're using.
The economy discussion is at this link. I've shared my story and concerns there, too.
http://change.gov/page/content/discusseconomy
Shari Thomas
From the "middle of nowhere" Beryl, Utah. Our farm is nearly complete with 3 horses, 7 ewes, a cow and heifer calf, 19 chickens, 5 dogs and four country gals. I blog about it at http://sharithomas.com |
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therealshari
True Blue Farmgirl
235 Posts
Shari
Beryl
UT
USA
235 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2008 : 2:06:53 PM
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There's more new stuff!
In keeping with full transparency to the American public, any and all meetings that have three or more people (except personnel hiring and security) are now a matter of public record. Not only that, you're encouraged to comment on the minutes of the meetings, the documentation submitted, requests made and policies proposed.
This has never happened before. It's always been done behind closed doors. Take advantage by going to "Seat at the Table at http://change.gov
Shari Thomas
From the "middle of nowhere" Beryl, Utah. Our farm is nearly complete with 3 horses, 7 ewes, a cow and heifer calf, 19 chickens, 5 dogs and four country gals. I blog about it at http://sharithomas.com |
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