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Rochester

(838 posts)
Wed Oct 9, 2013, 02:10 AM Oct 2013

The R's in Washington created a Democrat today.

My girl-friend has never paid much attention to news or politics until recently (I like to think the "until recently" is partially my doing) but the recent shitstorm in Washington has got her attention. She expects to qualify for almost-free Obamacare (still waiting on something from the state, I don't know all the fine details) which will be of immense help to her.

Earlier today, she told me that she wants to register to vote for the first time in her life, and vote for Democrats who will support Obama next year in the midterm.

I hope she follows through.

Now, if I can just get her to get informed on the rest of the issues...

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Uncle Joe

(58,366 posts)
1. Just remember that honey works better than vinegar, unless you're making deviled eggs.
Wed Oct 9, 2013, 02:14 AM
Oct 2013


Now, if I can just get her to get informed on the rest of the issues...



Thanks for the thread, Rochester.

Ichingcarpenter

(36,988 posts)
4. Looks like he'll have
Wed Oct 9, 2013, 04:08 AM
Oct 2013

a new 'honey do' list


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OregonBlue

(7,754 posts)
6. Pick up a voter registration form for her. Then take her to turn it in. It's always nice to have
Wed Oct 9, 2013, 10:57 AM
Oct 2013

someone help you with those things. If she hasn't registered before, she may not realize how easy it is. Going to the country clerk's office or whatever may seem daunting.

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