Oconee County, GA Politics

Please feel free to order the book from Amazon on the enclosed link. From: Pat Priest ppriest@charter.net Date: November 7, 2010 2:13:46 PM EST To: Oconee County Democrats ; oconee@yahoogroups.com Subject: [oconee] November book: Engaging the Muslim World Reply-To: oconee@yahoogroups.com Hello! After these awful election returns, we just need to keep building   community and learning more about the world around us so we're not   easily manipulated like you-know-who. Join us to talk about books and ideas! The last selection of the year   for the book group sponsored by the Oconee Democrats is " Engaging the Muslim World ." See the press release below for details. Keep fighting the good fight against intolerance and ignorance! Pat Priest Member, Oconee Democrats -------------------------------------------------- Community book group discussion Sponsored by the Oconee Democrats Book: "Engaging the Muslim World" by Juan Cole When: December 1st at 6 PM Where: Fiv...

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So very sorry to hear about this. Our prayers go out to his family and those who knew him. North Oconee High senior killed in crash || OnlineAthens.com

In the damn-glad-it's-coming department, looks like we will get a current elected official in Oconee County running and announcing for another office very soon. Check this blog for updates

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The coming Democratic shakeup | Blogs.OnlineAthens.com

Principal regrets parking choice || OnlineAthens.com

Friend -- The results of Tuesday's elections were disappointing for a lot of us. But because of the work you all did, we won some key races in places all over the country. We have a lot to be proud of -- and a lot of work still left ahead. The President recorded a message yesterday thanking you for all you've done. Take a moment to watch it: http://my.barackobama.com/Nov4thThankYou Thanks, Mitch Mitch Stewart Director Organizing for America Paid for by Organizing for America, a project of the Democratic National Committee -- 430 South Capitol Street SE, Washington, D.C. 20003. This communication is not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. This email was sent to: oconeedemo.crats@blogger.com Update Address / Email | Unsubscribe

Robert Brown: 'I'll back Michael Thurmond for chairman of state Democratic party' | Political Insider

Wow - I suspect this is just the first of a long series of the new GA. G.O.P. circling the wagons in reverse infighting that shall be on public display (sometimes). I reckon it pays to read Peach Pundit to know what is coming down, although Erick Erickson could not get Carol Porter or Roy Barnes elected all by himself. Newly re-elected Casey Cagle facing a palace coup

OnlineAthens.com || Gallery || Athenians turn out to Vote on Tuesday

A handful of contests undecided || OnlineAthens.com

Oconee chairman breaks 2 tie votes || OnlineAthens.com

11/2/2010 - U.S. Representative, District 10

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Democratic activists may be down but it is time to get back up again. Woven optimistically and progressively,  Daniel J. Matthews, Jr.  Where We Go From Here. . . [2 Attachments]   Dear CCDC members and friends, I know that yesterday's outcome was not what we wanted it to be;  however, as we move forward, let me just remind you of three CCDC events to put on your calendar. 1.   Friday, November 5      Stroud Fall Festival      5:30-8 p. m.      Please see the attachments and the email below; YOUR help is needed.        Contact Nancy Thompson. 2.   Saturday, November 13      AAD Breakfast      Brett's Restaurant      9 a. m. 3.   Friday, December 3      CCDC Holiday Party      tba:  time and location Hope to see you at these events. Sincerely, Karen Solheim CCDC Vice Chai...

Hi everyone...we need some help from you. Next Tuesday, November 9th, at 7:00 PM in the community center at Oconee Veterans Park, Oconee County's Land Use and Transportation Committee (LUTC) is meeting on two critical cycling initiatives: 1. Northeast Georgia Rails to Trails 2. Share the Road signs for the county We need as many of you and your friends as possible to attend this meeting. By so doing we will be exhibiting to the committee that our community is fully supportive of both of these initiatives. Further, we believe that a large group will help increase the chances that the LUTC will positively endorse these initiatives (which endorsement is then passed to the County Board of Commissioners for a final vote). A positive vote from the BoC will open the way for us to begin identifying specific roads to install Share the Road signage! Thank you for your interest in helping enhance the cycling infrastructure of Oconee County. Happy cycling, Brett Haslam ...

Superior Court: Sweat easily retains western circuit judgeship || OnlineAthens.com

Georgia legislature: Ginn, Huckaby elected to northeast seats || OnlineAthens.com

If former Athens Tax Commissioner Nancy Denson wins the forthcoming Athens Mayoral run-off Tuesday, November 30, 2010, then Dave Hudgins should win the District 5 Commissioner race against AthFest founder Jared Bailey. If Gwen O'Looney wins the Athens Mayoral run-off, then it will be a cakewalk for Jared Bailey against Hudgins. Their battle over labels and names on the radio this morning demonstrates the challenges for both candidates in the next 24 days.

Oconee BOE: Thomas picked for Post 2 || OnlineAthens.com

As expected locally, Republican candidates swept all the contested seats in Oconee County with as much as a a 4-to-1 margin with Hank Huckaby cruising in the 113th House Contest; HANK HUCKABY (R) 0 0 3264 0 3264 80.39% SUZY COMPERE (D) 0 0 790 0 790 19.46% Write-in Votes 0 0 6 0 6 0.15% MARK H. THOMAS (R) 0 0 3135 0 3135 77.83% CARTER STRICKLAND(D) 0 0 885 0 885 21.97% Write-in Votes 0 0 8 0 8 0.20% PAMELA LOHR HENDRIX 0 0 992 0 992 27.31% DAVID R. SWEAT (I) 0 0 2638 0 2638 72.63% Write-in Votes

Friend -- It's Election Day, and we all need to call voters for 20 minutes. We know there are millions of people across the country who might not cast their ballots -- unless they hear from someone like you. These people -- whether they vote or not -- will be the difference in the closest races. That's why thousands of supporters are using our call tool after they vote today to make sure these folks get to the polls. You can talk to these people right now. You can remind them of the importance of their voice in this election. You can tell them where their local polling place is -- and when it closes its doors. It's all one click away. Start right now -- because "later" will be too late. Can you take 20 minutes to call some of these voters in key districts? This election will determine the direction our country takes over the next two years. Once the polls close, we can only watch the results come in. Those results are being determined right no...

Woven brightly, Daniel J. Matthews, Jr. Date: Mon, 1 Nov 2010 11:48:58 -0400 Subject: Let's Beat the Billionaires - Vote Straight Democratic From: activist@democrats.com To: danmatt@hotmail.com Message body Dear Dan, A handful of powerful rightwing billionaires are trying to buy Congress. Who will stop them? The Corporate Media won't. The most powerful man in Corporate Media - FOX chairman Rupert Murdoch (right) - is also the most powerful rightwing billionaire. First he turned FOX into 24x7x365 rightwing Republican propaganda. Then he hired the top Republicans like Karl Rove and Sarah Palin as "analysts." Then he used his hosts to raise millions for Republicans, both on-air and at their fundraisers. Then he gave millions directly to Republicans, both from his corporation and from his own pocket. What about the rest of the Corporate Media? Last week ABC hired Andrew Breitbart - the video liar most infamous for the vicious Shirley Sherrod a...

Friend -- It's game time. Find your polling place here, then make a plan to vote, and bring three friends along when you go: http://pollingplaces.raiseyourvote.com Thank you for casting your ballot in 2008. Now it's time to do so again. Let's win this, Mitch P.S. -- Key races will be decided by just a few votes -- and we want to make sure the close ones all go our way. Starting at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time, thousands of OFA supporters will be using our new online call tool to start calling voters in the tightest races. Join them: http://my.barackobama.com/E-DayCalls Paid for by Organizing for America, a project of the Democratic National Committee -- 430 South Capitol Street SE, Washington, D.C. 20003. This communication is not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee.

New member of Oconee County BOE won't take salary || OnlineAthens.com

Woman says house egged on Saturday || OnlineAthens.com

Friend -- Tomorrow, you can help determine not just the outcome of this election, but our country's future. You made the difference in 2008. Now, once again, you can defy the conventional wisdom that says you can't overcome the cynicism of our politics; you can't overcome the special interests and the big money; you can't tackle our biggest challenges. This movement has never backed down from a tough fight -- and we're not about to start. Over the next two years, we've got to keep moving America forward -- but I need allies in office to make it happen. The ballot you cast in 2008 was a crucial first step. Thank you for that. I need you to make sure you get at least three of your friends to vote with you -- it is simply the most important thing you can do to make sure we can keep bringing about change. Find your polling place and the time polls are open here. If you haven't yet voted, please think through how and when you will do so. When ...

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Support Russell Edwards downtown at 5:30 pm today - time to shock the world! From: Russell Edwards Sent: Monday, November 01, 2010 11:34 AM Subject: Join us tonight as we come full circle   Tonight, we come full circle. Six months ago, I stood on the steps of City Hall and announced I would be running for Congress to unseat our incumbent representative. Since then, we've built the strongest challenge to a Republican incumbent that Northeast Georgia has ever seen. This evening at 5:30 pm , I invite you to join me again at City Hall for a rally to show the media, the voters, and the world that we are ready to take down Paul Broun Jr. I'll see you tonight. Yours from the beginning, Paid for by Russell Edwards for Congress P.O. Box 80706 Athens, GA 30601 __._,_.___

Vote for best candidate, not a party | The Red and Black

Here is yet another organized bike ride that I am pretty sure did not get approval by the Oconee County Board of Commissioners before embarking from Watkinsville - just saying that dozens of people bike daily all over Oconee and much more than the casual observer or government official (with the exception of one or two Brian) have no clue whatsoever about. I would love to be able to bike to Oconee Veterans Park without taking my life into my hands (and that of all the other drivers on the streets). Bikers go 300 miles in 30 hours | The Red and Black

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This vast Georgia watershed includes all the branches of the Oconee River locally as the northern headwaters of this beautiful network of riparian streams, creeks, ponds and assorted springs and lakes as well as the traditional perception as merely rivers and better known waterways. Following in the shoes of James Holland is a mighty tough act to follow, as I think James Holland should be Governor, but Sonja Cox sounds like she is ready to get her boots wet running. New riverkeeper named for Altamaha | ajc.com

Woven brightly, Daniel J. Matthews, Jr. From: campaign@russelledwardsforcongress.com To: danmatt@hotmail.com Date: Mon, 1 Nov 2010 11:34:30 -0400 Subject: Join us tonight as we come full circle   Dan, Tonight, we come full circle. Six months ago, I stood on the steps of City Hall and announced I would be running for Congress to unseat our incumbent representative. Since then, we've built the strongest challenge to a Republican incumbent that Northeast Georgia has ever seen. This evening at 5:30 pm , I invite you to join me again at City Hall for a rally to show the media, the voters, and the world that we are ready to take down Paul Broun Jr. I'll see you tonight. Yours from the beginning, Paid for by Russell Edwards for Congress P.O. Box 80706 Athens, GA 30601 To unsubscribe from this mailing list, click here Powered by NGP Software, Inc.

Could this be the October surprise we were hoping for? Stay tuned to this developing story.

Deal under attack in final debate || OnlineAthens.com