Saturday, August 05, 2006
Another appeal from New York
I live in a small town of about 8000 folks. I live in tha 'burbs I guess you could say. I live in what once was called the "Deep South", aka Klan Kountry. The founder of the town, "Col." Springs, "owned" enslaved Africans and the town has a statue to "Loyal Slaves" who fought for their oppressors, or as we Crackers prefer, their "Masters". In other words, living here leaves me with plenty of battles to fight right here in my own back yard.
So, why should I care if New York Greens get ballot access this year? Well, because it's New Freaking York, that's why! Goodness gracious, how in the world can we not secure ballot status in New York and risk having no Green candidates in 2008? Simply put, we cannot.
Craig Seeman sent a note to the National Committee to reiterate their need for volunteers to help them get on the ballot. IF you can help AT ALL, please do get in touch. I know we all have local things we can't get to because we are so very busy, but if you can squeeze even a few hours to help, please do so. More details are behind the "Read more!" link...
It's rare that I post to this list but as former Chair of Green Party of NY I can attest to the importance of Jason's and Rebecca's appeal.
Keep in mind if we get on the ballot (and we can with your help) we have a very good chance of getting 50,000 votes with Malachy McCourt as our candidate (and 50,000 votes is typically about 1%, a much lower number than many states require for ballot access).
If we get the ballot line it means NO PETITIONING will be needed to put a Green on the ballot in the next presidential race. That will be a significant obstacle removed.
While only a registered voter in New York can Witness the signature, anyone can assist as long as they get the attention of the actual witness and point that out to the voter.
Just in case I'll also mention if someone holds a notary license in New York they can also Affirm signatures.
Often people in neighboring states (New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania) do work in New York and may have New York Notary licenses.
Craig Seeman
NY
So, why should I care if New York Greens get ballot access this year? Well, because it's New Freaking York, that's why! Goodness gracious, how in the world can we not secure ballot status in New York and risk having no Green candidates in 2008? Simply put, we cannot.
Craig Seeman sent a note to the National Committee to reiterate their need for volunteers to help them get on the ballot. IF you can help AT ALL, please do get in touch. I know we all have local things we can't get to because we are so very busy, but if you can squeeze even a few hours to help, please do so. More details are behind the "Read more!" link...
It's rare that I post to this list but as former Chair of Green Party of NY I can attest to the importance of Jason's and Rebecca's appeal.
Keep in mind if we get on the ballot (and we can with your help) we have a very good chance of getting 50,000 votes with Malachy McCourt as our candidate (and 50,000 votes is typically about 1%, a much lower number than many states require for ballot access).
If we get the ballot line it means NO PETITIONING will be needed to put a Green on the ballot in the next presidential race. That will be a significant obstacle removed.
While only a registered voter in New York can Witness the signature, anyone can assist as long as they get the attention of the actual witness and point that out to the voter.
Just in case I'll also mention if someone holds a notary license in New York they can also Affirm signatures.
Often people in neighboring states (New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania) do work in New York and may have New York Notary licenses.
Craig Seeman
NY
// posted by Gregg Jocoy @ 12:35 PM 
