March 8th, 2010 | Permalink | No Comments »

We have a critical deadline at midnight tonight.

The national Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) is about to determine which campaigns to include in its highly selective Red-to-Blue program.

Being named to the Red-to-Blue program would mean an incredible amount of support and resources for our campaign.  Let’s show the DCCC that we have the grassroots support to run a strong race from now all the way through November.

Contribute $20, $100, $1000, or whatever you can give, by midnight to show the DCCC that we’ve got the best grassroots team in the nation.

This year’s election is shaping up to be one of the most hard-fought in history, and the Red-to-Blue program could provide vital support to our campaign—but only if our race is chosen for the program.

There are dozens of Democratic candidates running competitive races against Republican incumbents across the country, and they all know what being a part of the Red-to-Blue program would mean for their campaigns. I know we can shoot up to the top of the DCCC’s list if we come out with strong fundraising numbers right away—but I need you to get me there.

Help us get into the Red to Blue program with your contribution today.

This week, the political world is watching to see which campaigns the top strategists think will be the marquee races of the 2010 election cycle – I’m counting on you to make sure we’re one of them.

March 5th, 2010 | Permalink | No Comments »

Thanks to all of your generous contributions we surpassed the $10,000 goal we set on Tuesday!  Our strength is truly in the number of supporters we have from across the district, state, and nation and that strength will take us to victory on November 2, 2010.

All eyes will be on this campaign to see how much we raise by March 31^st, the first General Election fundraising deadline.  A strong fundraising quarter will signal to the base, the pundits, and the opposition that we have the wherewithal to go to battle and turn this seat blue.  It will allow us to plan more strategically for the later stages of the campaign and it will create momentum around the country to fuel our fundraising. Fundraising is central to fulfilling our mission.

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March 3rd, 2010 | Permalink | No Comments »

Please join us at a reception with Senator Dick Durbin honoring Dan Seals on Friday, March 12^th from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.  The reception will be located at the home of Cheryl and Kevin Smith, which is located at 1121 Chestnut Avenue in Wilmette.  Sponsorship levels are: Host $2400,  Sponsor $1000, Supporter $500, and Individual $150.

To RSVP or for more information, please contact Tracy Mayfield at tmayfield@dansealsforcongress.com or 847-945-8900. To contribute online or in lieu of attending, please visit www.actblue.com/page/SealsDurbin.  Checks should be made payable to “Dan Seals for Congress.” All contributions go to the Dan Seals for Congress campaign.

March 2nd, 2010 | Permalink | No Comments »

With millions of Americans unemployed, Kentucky Senator Jim Bunning has vowed seven different times to filibuster a 30 day extension of unemployment benefits.  While many who have followed this story have noted the foul language that the Senator has used towards another Senator in expressing his position, what is more troubling to me is that he complained that the debate in the Senate was making him miss a basketball game.

Millions are struggling and he’s worried about seeing a basketball game?

This is exactly the kind of leadership we don’t need in Washington.  Not only is he wrong on the policy; but he’s also wrong in his conduct.  We need leaders in Washington who will focus on creating jobs and protecting families in our economy.  We need leaders who won’t gripe about missing a basketball game while millions can’t find work.  And we certainly need leaders who have more to say to the unemployed than just “tough.”  I will work to create jobs by investing in small business, the biggest job engine in our economy.

Help send me to Congress so that I can fight for you. Let’s raise $10,000 by Thursday so we can show that we mean business.

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March 1st, 2010 | Permalink | No Comments »

Join us for the West Side Seals Breakfast Club’s first meeting of the General Election, which will take place tomorrow morning, March 2nd, at 9:30 a.m. in Arlington Heights.  Supporters from across the West side gather once a week to discuss local politics and show their support for Dan Seals.

Please contact campaign headquarters at 847-945-8900 if you are interested in joining us tomorrow!