An unbelievable morning, with Bill Morrison, republicans shock me twice again and that is before noon!
(Shock #1)
When I arrived at the school this morning for this 10:00 A.M. event, to my dismay I was told by Bill Morrison (TN-07) that the democrats were not allowed inside. It was unclear as to why, but apparently the Republicans present told them they could not come into the building. It seemed to be something about the present setting representatives were Republican, and it was the opinion of the Republicans present therefore the Democrats were not allowed. I am not sure that is the correct reason or not, it seemed unreal to hear the explanation. I still feel that maybe my ears were playing some kind of trick on me.
Does the TN Democratic Party ask for help and get ignored? Do they just not ask? Do they just want the rest of the Democrats in this country to ignore what seems to be the GOOD OLD BOY passage of politics - you know the keep your nose out of my back yard type of politics? Well I have some big news for the Democrats in TN, the 2006 elections aren't just about Tennessee! Democrats all over this country are working hard to put a democratic Senate and House in place. So, what is wrong in Tennessee, and especially in Harold Ford Jr's back yard - Memphis, Shelby County, West Tennessee? Wake up Tennessee, you are a part of the country and the rest of America's Democrats are counting on you!
I went to a local Democratic meeting yesterday and came away dismayed - should I give up - I see little hope here for the West end of TN - (I have my doubts for this state anyway-but beyond that) this can shake the most steadfast Democratic heart! Only the Mighty-Thunder of the bloggs and the netroots can help save this one!
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