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On Martin Luther King, and the Rights & Responsibilities of Labor
This past summer I attended a “We Are One” rally in Chicago and several of the speakers mentioned Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King’s support of the Memphis Sanitation Strike in 1968. Indeed, one of the highlights of the event was the video — played on large screens — of MLK stressing his support for civil [...]
Greg Brownfield Wins IVI-IPO Straw Poll
We’re pleased to announce that Greg Brownfield has won a straw poll of the Independent Voters of Illinois-Independent Precinct Organization (IVI-IPO) in the three-way Democratic primary race for State Senator from the 23rd District. Since 1944, IVI-IPO has been a nonpartisan force for good government in Illinois. IVI-IPO advocates continuously for openness, honesty, and transparency [...]
On the Raising-Up of Barns … and Communities
This holiday season has been a very busy one in our house but despite the crazy schedule, I have been reading about and reflecting on something related to the giving-oriented spirit of the season. As you may know, there have been many reports of random/anonymous acts of kindness, such as paying off a stranger’s lay-away [...]
Just For You: A Holiday Fine-Food Fundraiser!
Help send Greg to Springfield as the State Senator from the 23rd District! Where: Villaggio Ristorante, 1242 W. Lake Street, Roselle When: Thursday, December 8 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM $50 per person – Appetizers, Soft Drinks, Cash Bar and Raffle Please RSVP by December 5th. Respond via E-vite, Facebook, or contact Rose at [...]
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-11-05
Well, it was just Laurel and I today and we got a little wet . . . but it was all good . . . filled some sheets… http://t.co/O2eMo81X # The Declaration of Independence envisions a government that will derive its “just powers from the consent of the… http://t.co/Se5zHfg5 #
Team Brownfield Volunteer-a-Palooza!
A political campaign without volunteers is like the sound of one hand clapping — it just doesn’t happen. Even more so than contributions, volunteers are the lifeblood of any successful campaign for elective office. Greg Brownfield extends a heartfelt “THANK YOU!” to all of his volunteers (past, present, and future) at his Volunteer Appreciation Night [...]
Wayne Township Democratic Party Fundraiser
The Wayne Township Democrats invite you to their Democratic Party Fundraiser Reception: Tuesday, November 1, from 6PM to 9PM St. Andrews Golf and Country Club, 2241 Rt. 59, West Chicago Admission: $35 at the door Keynote speakers include: Jesse White, IL Secretary of State State Sen. Dan Kotowski (33rd) State Sen. Michael Noland (22nd) State [...]
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-10-29
http://t.co/7VK9tGke Waking Up DuPage County requires those in the… http://t.co/bvkFCFaJ # The newly drawn (2011) 23rd Senate district includes all or parts of Addison, Bartlett, Bloomingdale, Carol… http://t.co/r9nJhFQy # <a>I am running to serve the people of the 23rd District in the Illinois Senate. The “why” of my campaign is best… http://t.co/zZ52jBL4 #
Destination: Addison – Join us!
Waking Up DuPage County requires those in the know to speak to those that are not. Best place to do that (and build on our base) is at the door. Come join us! Meet up location: Panera Bread – 1600 W. Lake St. in Addison Time: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday, 10/29 [...]
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-10-22
My website’s “why I am running” statement talks about certain Tea Party politicians who actually want to raise… http://t.co/l5Nwd0WU # http://t.co/KbHocEOl Destination – Villa Park Meet-up… http://t.co/7Fx0HInQ # Off to a good start today: fantastic fall weather, 75 doors knocked before lunch, filled a signature sheet,… http://t.co/SaInwSJh #
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