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barefootguy

Actually, felons can vote in Minnesota as long as they're off probation/parole. As far as caucusing with the greens, you can't caucus for Al Franken tomorrow night and then go to the Green caucus in March. You have to pick one or the other.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 1:35 PM Permalink
CerealKiller

I know Again I was being a smart ass and On the felon thing you Mite just want to check that again coming from one of my ex-family members that we no longer talk to He CANT VOTE for LIFE and another of my Friends who just got off cant vote for life eather??
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 2:02 PM Permalink
CerealKiller

and with the caucusing thing I think thats just a gid line lol!! I think the only reason they say that is it is a conflict of interest!! like if we where in court I could defend you against me and still represent my self!! lol It would BE FUNNY to see someone do that!!

I think I would die of a heart attack if I saw someone do that!!
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 2:05 PM Permalink
OT

Minnesota statute says that a convicted felon loses his or her civil rights, including the

right to vote. It also stipulates that a felonÂ’s civil rights are automatically reinstated

when he or she completes their sentence. Completing a sentence means that they have

completed all parole, probation, and any other terms of their sentence. This is also

known as being “off-paper”. Once a person completes their sentence they have the

right to vote. See Minnesota statute 609.165 for more details
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 2:15 PM Permalink
CerealKiller

WOW I am going to have to smack the S@#t out of some people and tell them to get out and VOTE!!!!
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 2:22 PM Permalink
me2

the twist I expect ... Obama wins? Hilary will be his running mate. Hilary wins? she will have Obama run with her.

which candidate do we want on top? :wink:

thx for the tagline cm
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 3:14 PM Permalink
Terry

I think Obama is so articulate and is a wonderful speaker. I heard today on talk radio, and have a tendency to agree...Hillary has experience and knowledge that the other candidates don't have.

The caller said he's torn. I am too. I like them both for different reasons.

Assuming the democrats win and it's either Obama or Hillary on the ballot - this will be an historical election. First woman or first man of color sitting in the highest office in the country.

Wow! Simply wow!
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 3:19 PM Permalink
me2

I agree Terry - wow

and the possibility of them running together will be monumental

OR the first President of either and possible first Vice President as either

I dont think the Republican party is very strong this year.

I've never been a McCain fan - something just not honest about him.

same with Mitt Romney - his family looks wonderful but there is a feeling I get that there is something not right behind the scenes.

I find myself to be more Independent since I agree with some things from each party. But this particular election? Obama and Clinton are strong. Put them together and I feel they could take over the world-a super power. I can see them laughing with that evil laugh in the privacy of the Oval office. I can also see them getting things done for this country.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 3:37 PM Permalink
Terry

I can also see them getting things done for this country.

And isn't it about time?!?!?

My hesitation in this is I remember how excited the country was when Jimmy Carter was elected. It was all about change. He was and is a great person - but we darn near ended up in a recession worse than the Great Depression of the 30s.

It is why I am leaning towards Hillary as the presidential candidate because of the experience. But I would be happy either way. I really like them both.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 3:43 PM Permalink
Terry

Then I think about Bill walking around the White House again and I dread the results of that.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 4:02 PM Permalink
OT

And that's why I'm supporting Obama. I don't want a Billary White House. Plus, Obama is inspirational. Much as Kennedy was. I was 17 years old when Kennedy was elected and wasn't able to vote for him. I was really looking forward to voting for him in 1964. I kind of feel like this is my chance to vote for someone with a similar style and ethic.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 4:28 PM Permalink
KITCH

I was shocked by my results...

looks like I need a new candidate
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 5:51 PM Permalink
barefootguy

I did that last year. It was really dumb though because you get points for cosponsoring bills, so the best legislators to have were the ones who signed on to the most bills, rather than the ones who actually got the most done.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 6:27 PM Permalink
barefootguy

McCain is too old too. I don't think I could vote for someone that old even if I agreed with them on everything.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 6:28 PM Permalink
barefootguy

It's always better with the girl on top. :wink:
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 6:28 PM Permalink
ares

to get involved in the process reg! its your right in this country. a lot of men and women fought and died so you could have that right :smile:

that and its an interesting experience. unfortunately, i've got a group meeting at school tomorrow night, but tc's taking the kids along with her for the experience of it all.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 6:52 PM Permalink
ares

just think: president and president clinton.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 6:53 PM Permalink
Terry

OT - You are such a love. Billary White House - has me rolling on the floor!
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 6:55 PM Permalink
Terry

Anything is possible this election. 9 months till the final decision. Long ways to go.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 6:59 PM Permalink
ares

indeed.

however, as long as a d wins, i'll be happy :smile:
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:15 PM Permalink
Terry

I'm happy that Jesse Ventura isn't running.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:20 PM Permalink
ares

i'll drink to that!
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:33 PM Permalink
OT

I think I'm going to submit a resolution for the disenfranchised So. St. Paul voters in P/4 W/2 and P/5 W/3, who are the only people living in SSP who are not part of Congressional District 39. We have been lumped into District 57, which is not even in our county, and gives us no voice in local decisions. I understand the need for redistricting, but I think it should take into consideration the county one lives in at the very least.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:34 PM Permalink
ares

that's just weird, ot. submit away! and keep us updated on what becomes of it!
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:40 PM Permalink
Terry

We have been split off here from one district to another over the years. Changes our polling place and sometimes leaves up voting for those running for office in the north end.

But in a different county is ridiculous.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:41 PM Permalink
OT

Help me out here. I'm ashamed to say I don't know how to use Windows to write a document. I want to write up my resolution and bring it with me to the caucus.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:46 PM Permalink
Clue Master

That was a good survey Kitch. Very close for me between the top dems. I got 0.0 for Ron Paul tho. Shoot :eyeroll: :coolfrown:

I'm torn now as Osama was over Clinty and I was going to vote for Bill's Broad. :eek: :smile: Now I don't know what to do.

Either way, I didn't match anyone on immigration :frown: :angry:
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:49 PM Permalink
Clue Master

Use Word OT.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:50 PM Permalink
Terry

Do you have Microsoft Office or Microsoft

Works?

There is a program in each of those for word processing. In Office, it's Microsoft Word. In Works its Works Word Processor.

Just open that and use it like one used to use a typewriter - type in your letter and then print it off.

If all else fails, every computer has a notepad. You could write it in there and print it off.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:50 PM Permalink
Terry

OT - If Microsoft Works - you may only find something called Microsoft Works Launcher in your programs listed. Use that to get started. From there you'll find the word processing part.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:53 PM Permalink
ares

or else start->programs->accessories->wordpad.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:53 PM Permalink
OT

Thanks! Found my Microsoft Word on my desktop. :smile:
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:55 PM Permalink
Terry

CM - Too funny. Clinty's broad.

I have a friend who claims she is independent - but only votes Republican. Her hubby is a dyed in the wool Democrat. She can't believe anyone would vote for Hillary because she didn't dump Bill because of his affairs.

I know I would have - it's not in me to forgive and forget that nonsense. But others think she did the right thing by standing by him.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:56 PM Permalink
Terry

Cool beans, OT!
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 7:56 PM Permalink
Terry

I am heading for the sheets. Funny to be thinking of bed before clue time.

Good luck with your letter, OT. Glad you found your word processor.

Goodnight and SCDs!
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 8:06 PM Permalink
ares

did anyone see "the queen" where philip is making the comment that everyone has a mistress. she raises an eyebrow and asks "do they?"

unfortunately i think that's a problem that can come with the territory regardless of title (no pun intended). and i know i wouldn't be as forgiving, and tc claims she would remove my, um, yeah, and make me look like the ceremonial dinner pig. apple replaced with other, um, fruit.

of course if another stint in the white house were her goal all along, it pays well to use the guy who's already been in there.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 8:09 PM Permalink
barefootguy

That's great that you're doing this, I just wanted to make you aware that the resolution must be on the official form or it won't be accepted. Copies will be available at your caucus, or if you want to egram me your email address I can send it to you.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 8:16 PM Permalink
OT

Night, Terry. And thanks for the help. I wasn't even sure what I was looking for until you guys helped me out. Sad, isn't it? :neutral:
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 8:17 PM Permalink
OT

"of course if another stint in the white house were her goal all along, it pays well to use the guy who's already been in there."

Glad you said it. I wanted to but bit my tongue. :cool:
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 8:18 PM Permalink
OT

Yes, I know that. I've been a precinct captain in the past when I had more energy. It takes a lot of time, which I have more than enough of now, but I lack the energy now.

I just want to get it down on paper so I can refer to it when the time comes.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 8:21 PM Permalink
Clue Master

I think Hillababe just wants some sweet revenge on Billyboy. I already submitted my application as deskside poolboy. Creepy yes, but chicks with power turn me on. except for Oprah of course. :eyeroll:

And I don't really see Hillary & Borat being on the same ticket. Too many promises to others in their own camps. Plus they don't need each other to nab the presidency. The repubs are out even if I ran.

Unless you guys heard something I haven't.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 8:56 PM Permalink
Clue Master

Nice. Didn't somoene just post that in here somewhere?

Here's Hillary's Video :smile:

Actually Here's a better one
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 9:04 PM Permalink
OT

Maybe. I just got it in an email from Michelle Obama. :sillygrin: Michelle and I, bff. :pbpt:
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 9:06 PM Permalink
me2

who's mike gravel?

I took that test and 3 people tied for first place - this guy, a democrat and a republican -my goodness -what to do.
Mon, 02/04/2008 - 10:15 PM Permalink
OT

I found this at dfl.org this morning and this helps support my proposal I think:

"Use the DFL caucus finder to identify your County Unit* chair, and contact that person to know how to submit your letter. A sample letter can be found at the bottom of this page.

  • Note that in Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, St Louis, Stearns, and Washington counties, your County Unit is the same as your Senate District. Some of those counties have party organizations that organize for county elections, but they do not oversee the caucus process."

    Essentially, my County Unit chair represents a county that I don't even live in.

    I'm getting fired up now. But I'm afraid my resolution doesn't fit the description of what can be voted on to move it to the District Convention for consideration. Its more of a local or party issue and not a platform issue.
  • Tue, 02/05/2008 - 7:26 AM Permalink
    barefootguy

    Where you live, he/she would be called the senate district chair instead of county unit chair. In rural MN, where you've got county units instead of senate districts, everyone who is represented by a county unit lives in that county.
    Tue, 02/05/2008 - 9:22 AM Permalink
    barefootguy

    Gravel is a Democrat, former senator from Alaska. He's not on the ballot in MN though so you can't vote for him.
    Tue, 02/05/2008 - 9:23 AM Permalink