13 Must Know Things About Email Lists For Political Campaigns By: Ron Fox | - So, you have a plan for the campaign and are prepared. Let's look at that. The plan includes emailing perspective voters, so you need a voter registration list with emails. Many of your friends are saying you can get it for free. Well, maybe. Your county or state party may have a current list but it doesn't mean they will give it to you. They have their reasons. So here is what you need to know.
And So It Begins - The Orwellian Liberty Death March By: Bruno Korschek | - Before getting into what an Orwellian Liberty Death March is, a history quiz. Please determine which historical figure said which of the following quotes: Stalin, Mao, Hitler, Mussolini, Richard Nixon, Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton.
Quote 1 - "Politics would a helluva a good business if it weren't for the [expletive deleted] people"
Quote 2 - "You know the one thing wrong with this country? Everyone gets a chance to have their fair say."
Play The Role To Win 2012 Us Presidential Elections By: John Bay | - All the nations and countries in the world are very curious about the Presidential elections in America. Of course, there is a great sense, as America is the strongest nation and anything that happens over the nation, it directly influences world politics, economics and peace. Whatever it brings to world it solely depends on who are on the thorn. Therefore, Americans now need to be aware of more than ever before when it comes to elect their president.
A Tartan Twist To Scottish Politics By: Anna Murray | - On the 5th of May 2011 the country will go to the polls to vote on whether to change the voting system to AV. In Scotland people will be voting twice, once for AV and once in the Scottish Parliamentary elections.
The Usage Of Media As Pertaining To Presidential Elections By: Nicolas DAlleva | - Before any means of mass communication existed, Presidential Candidates would have to travel around the U.S. and meet with voters one on one. They would gather in designated areas with speeches so that all who gathered could discover who these men really were and what they stood for. It was a tedious and time-consuming task, but at the same time intimate and forthright. Though, as innovations in technology progressively moved forward, so did the way Candidates presented themselves to the people. ... Tags:media, service, elections, marketing
Lame Duck Politics By: McClelland Law Firm | - Who said the lame duck session was going to be lame? We have some really big issues on the table. Taxes, debt, TSA alien spaceships are all hot issues except that last one. That was to keep you on your toes.
The first issue on our table is about reducing the federal debt. Is there a way to reduce the debt and deficit? Yes, there is always a way. For example, is there a way to pay off your house in the next five years. Yes, there is always a way, but what do you have to sacr ... Tags:politics, law, government, Republicans, Democrats, Tea Party, 2010, elections, airport security, social security
Donald Trump For President: Campaign 2012 By: Edward Markson | - After more than three decades in the property business, multiple bankruptcies, several highly publicized scandals and a hit television series, Donald Trump is being encouraged by young Republicans to try his hand at politics. The transitional success of California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger from performer to legislator has inspired the creation of a website urging Trump to run for Presidential Office in the 2012 election.
While speaking with PR newsmen in London with regards to update on the Goodluck/Sambo campaign, Mr. Peter Eledan, Chairman Goodluck Jonathan Global Campaign team who is also the Vice-Chairman of Nigerians in Diaspora organisation (NIDOE ... Tags:Goodluck, Jonathan, Campaign, Nigeria, Elections, Nigerian Politics, Nigerias development,
The ease with which the D.C. Internet voting pilot was hacked surprised many and captured the attention of global media ("Will Online Voting Turn Into an Election Day Debacle?", Alex Altman, Time magazine, Oct. 15, 2010). However, it did not surprise engineers at online voting firm, BigPulse.com. The D.C. hack confirms what long-term successful professionals in the online voting industry all know -- there are no shortcuts to a secure Internet voting system. It takes many years to c ... Tags:online voting, online elections, e voting, online voting system, online voting software, electronic voting system, voting systems, online survey, onli
While you were all out campaigning over the past month or so, the following events happened that might be of interest to you and which you may not be aware of or sensitive to:
- While you were out campaigning, many of you spending millions of dollars of your own wealth to get jobs that generally pay less $200,000 a year, more than 50 U.S. troops were killed in action in Afghanistan, bringing to 417 that have been killed there so far this y ... Tags:naiotnal debt, elections, naitonal debnt, afghanistan
The Obscenity, Pervasiveness, And Perversion Of Money In Our Election Process By: Bruno Korschek | - As the mid-term election campaign season mercifully ends, it seems like it would be a good time to do some accounting and show how much money as perverted and pervaded our election processes and provide some steps on how to end this obscenity of spending. Consider the following results:
- A short article in the St. Petersburg Times last week estimated that about $2 billion will be spent on election efforts of those running for national office. This comes out, on average, of spending ... Tags:meg whitman, unions, elections, fec, campaign financing
The Fiscal Insanity That Is Our Current Election Process By: Bruno Korschek | - As the midterm election process finally and gratefully draws to a close, it seems like it would be a good time to review the insanity that has entrenched itself in our electoral process when it comes to campaign spending. Consider a recent Washington Post online article by Ruth Marcus that appeared in the October 29, 2010 issue of The Week magazine:
- According to the article, Republicans will receive and spend more than $100 million from anonymous donors, an outrageous sum that has ... Tags:elections, campaign financiing, politicians
Texas Elections By: Ashish Gupta. | - Texas Elections 2010 are just around the corner. The gubernatorial election of Texas will be held on November 2, 2010. In general, the term "election" has been defined as "a formal decision-making process by which a population chooses an individual to hold public office." This decision is very important as we all cast our vote for the most suitable candidate of our choice. Choosing the Texas Governor is a significant because they serve for four-year terms. Being the governor of any state is no s ... Tags:Texas Elections 2010
Mobile Marketing And Politics By: Alastair Espie | - Electoral politics has long been one of the most widely covered events in the United States. The presidential election of 2008 is a prime example where the race for the White House captured the imagination of not just America but also the world. More than just bringing a new President to office however, 2008 represented a significant shift in the way mobile technology is used in an election campaign.
Constitutional Traitors: Are You One? By: Joel S. Hirschhorn | - In recent days the idea of using the Article V convention option in the Constitution received support in an article by Texas US Senator John Cornyn published on the Fox News website. He noted Recent polling suggests that a plurality of Americans support a convention to propose a Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution if Congress will not do so. He made a good case for using the convention option by saying it would be part of a national conversation that could last well beyond o ... Tags:article v convention, constitution, elections, congress
Understanding The Duties Of A Sheriff By: Art Gib | - When someone runs for sheriff, it is not because they want an easy job. Indeed, being a sheriff is hard work and requires continual fulfilling of multiple duties. Originally, the only duty for the sheriff specifically was to serve as a law enforcement officer. This developed into keeping the peace as an officer of the court. Now days, the duty of a sheriff are much different.
The Iraqi Parliamentary Election And The Result By: Robert Hoffman | - The good news is that the Parliamentary elections finally came off in Iraq. The bad news is that voting was down from the 2009 Provincial elections, and that deadly violence continues to plague and terrorize Iraqi society.
But now the true test begins! In the weeks and months ahead, the two winning alliances in this election will have to work together to form a coalition government and the sooner the better. The longer the al-Malaki government is in limbo, and his status as prime ... Tags:iraq, elections, iraqi elections, election
Lito Atienza And The Things He Will Do If He Wins By: Francis Go | - Former Manila mayor Lito Atienza is looking for another three-year mandate as city mayor of the nation's capital as part of his efforts in continuing his commitment in serving his beloved city and the Manilenos.Atienza, one of the most revered leaders of the city plans on continuing his flagship programs and priority projects which he was able to successfully start during his tenure. If all things turn out well and if the majority of the Manilenos are wise enough to Vote Lito Atienza, the former ... Tags:Atienza, Lito Atienza 2010, Manila Mayor, Lito Atienza Movement, Baywalk, Elections 2010, Alfredo Lim, Philippine Politics, Manila Election
Digital Signage: Political Synergy? By: David Little | - Last week, research firm iSuppli came out with a forecast of LCD and plasma display shipments for digital signage applications this year, and panel shipments for indoor venues and retail signage look to see dramatic growth.
The El Segundo, CA, based research firm is predicting the number of LCD and plasma signs for use in entertainment facilities, hospitality centers, healthcare facilities, auditoriums and indoor arenas -collectively described as "indoor venues" by iSuppli- will ... Tags:political ads, digital signage advertising, US elections, growth in advertising, isupply forecast an
Digital Signage: Political Synergy? By: David Little | - Last week, research firm iSuppli came out with a forecast of LCD and plasma display shipments for digital signage applications this year, and panel shipments for indoor venues and retail signage look to see dramatic growth.
The El Segundo, CA, based research firm is predicting the number of LCD and plasma signs for use in entertainment facilities, hospitality centers, healthcare facilities, auditoriums and indoor arenas -collectively described as "indoor venues" by iSuppli- will re ... Tags:political ads, digital signage advertising, US elections
There is a wide consensus that the pound will resume its slide in 2010 after making a small gain in 2009.
The latest meeting of the Bank of England today (Thursday January 07) is expected keep interest rates on hold at 0.5%, with no change to the quantitative easing package.
Election Dissection: Be Afraid, Be Very Afraid By: Drew McKissick | - There are two groups of people that have reason to be scared over Tuesday's election results: moderate Democrats and Republican leadership.
Why any Democrat should be concerned is obvious. They're the current majority party and they're in control of Congress and the White House. Off year elections are normally bad for the party in the White House, but Tuesday's election results point to something big next year.
Flash Mapping The Elections By: Dipanwita | - Electoral statistics have always been of much necessity and importance for both analyses as well as record purposes. Both through the pre-election phase as well as the post-election results stage, tabulation and charting of the data is required. Most of this data is divided on the basis of areas or zones, state wise or even constituency wise. In the wake of an election, TV channels as well as news websites and R&D organizations require a detailed tabulation of the results and even comparisons wi ... Tags:elections, flash mapping, charting, data visualization
Competition In Iranian Presidential Elections By: Rahman Mehraby | - When it comes to the competition in Iranian presidential elections, it is often interesting to see how the electoral candidates for the presidential position stack up against each other. Iran is the first and only Islamic republic in the world. Its political structure is unique and to learn about it, you cannot bring any example. Therefore, to study its presidential elections, you'll have to learn about the Iranian presidential elections and no other models.
The Position Of Iranian President In Iran Political Structure By: Rahman Mehraby | - The Iran political structure and Iranian presidential elections have global significance from the standpoints of its unique electoral system. The Iranian president, who is elected as the highest official in the Islamic Republic of Iran, second only to the Supreme Leader, by and large, serves a four-year term after getting elected directly by the citizens of Iran. However, according to the Iranian constitution, the Iranian president can not serve for more than two consecutive terms.
How Iranian Presidential Elections Work By: Rahman Mehraby | - In the constitution of Islamic Republic of Iran, President of Iran is the highest elected official and responsible for the functions of the executive. The post has significant government influence as it supervises the affairs of the executive branch. The other functions of the Iranian president involves appointing and supervising council of ministers, coordinating government decisions, and selecting government policies to place before the Islamic assembly. Iranian presidential election holds gre ... Tags:Iranian Presidential Elections, Iranian President, Iran President
Election Law: Trends And Developments By: Jeff Ryan | - Unless you have been living in a cave in some far off land the past decade, you are at least somewhat aware that election law has become a major issue in many instances across the country. Through this article you are provided an essential overview of election law in the United States in the 21st century.
A great deal of the activity surrounding changes and alterations to election law across the United States stems from the 2000 Presidential election recount - and its aftermath - ... Tags:election law, election laws, elections, voters, voting, voting rights
A Flood Of Early Voters Leaves Some Places Unprepared By: Aydan Corkern | - It does not even have to be asked what is so special about this presidential election when compared to elections in the past. It would seem that the American people are so desperate for a change in our government and leadership, democrats and republicans alike, that they can scarcely wait for Election Day to come around to make sure their vote is cast. The chaos that occurred in the 2000 elections involving for the most part the state of Florida, was evidently enough to make any voter want to av ... Tags:politics, elections, voting, polls, people, candidates
Sarah Palin: Why Can't We Stop Talking About Her? By: Hello World | - Alec Baldwin recently revealed his reaction on the Palin-SNL acceptance. Some fans hated it because it didn't skewer Palin enough, while some still applaud SNL for being the only one with the guts to make fun of politicians who are right in front of them.
Thing is, it's just too hard to not talk about Sarah Palin. Well, there's always the Tina Fey resemblance. On the other hand, here are some other reasons:
Clearing The Smoke That Clouds Our Perception Of Politicians By: Aydan Corkern | - How many times during elections of all kinds do Americans have to listen to and watch political opponents point fingers at each other and make claims about their opponents that may or may not even be true? Americans are sick and tired of all of the back biting and slanderous tactics that politicians use to throw at each other in order to gain ground in there personal campaign no matter what office they are running for.
Presidential Campaigns Finally Fire Up The Negative Ads By: Aydan Corkern | - Well, we all were wondering when the presidential candidates would begin slinging out the negative advertisements against each other. Would it not be so nice just to have one election of any kind to get to the finish line without having to hear the competitors slinging trash at one another? Is it not much more important for us to hear what things they are planning to do to help this country and the poor pitiful state that it is in?
3 Places To Hide Out In If Mccain/palin Win By: Mitch Sarton | - Even if McCain's P.O.W. story or Ms. Palin's looks melt hearts, their not gonna be getting my vote. Here's a couple of alternative places to live in, if, and only IF they do make their way to the White House.
Machu Picchu, Peru - From Wikipedia:
7,000 feet above sea level and nestled on a small hilltop between the Andean Mountain Range, the majestic city soars above the Urabamba Valley below. The Incan built structure has been deemed the Lost Cities ... Tags:politics, US elections, white house, mccain, palin
Picking On Sarah Palin: What Ticks Me Off By: Sarah Trull | - There is no stopping her - or her spoofs (don't you think Tina Fey was just brilliant last week?!). From the hockey mom statements, to the numerous gaffs media has accused her of committing, Sarah Palin is everywhere! She has increased the sales of a particular eyeglass design, and her hairstyle is copied by a lot of women. It doesn't help that stars like Matt Damon, Lindsay Lohan have made their arguments against her - even if it were for or against her, it doesn't really matter ... Tags:politics, sarah palin, US Elections
Uncommon Common Sense: 5 Things That Should Not Determine Your Vote For The Us Elections By: christine waverly | - In 50 days or less, the American People will be casting their votes for the 2008 US Elections. So much has been said - on the internet, the newspapers, various discussion boards, and other outlets. Billions of dollars have been spent on campaigns, a lot of mud-slinging has transpired - and whether we admit it or not, what weve seen (whether true or not) has affected who well be voting on Nov 4.
Prophetic Implications Of The 2008 Election By: Rev Michael Bresciani | - One of the surest things about the future is that the world will see the rise of a final world dictator. He will rise over the newly formed EU and will extend his rule across the globe not by warfare but through the most attractive economic system the world has ever seen. Yes it is connected to the mysterious and infamous number 666. That connection cannot be explained in a paragraph but to the nominally versed in the study of Biblical Eschatology most of the details are already known.
... Tags:McCain, Palin, Obama, Biden, 2008 elections, Europe, EU, Lisbon treaty, eschatology, prophecy, prophecies, George Washington vision, Valley Forge, sovereignty, NATO
Has America Lost All Values With Water Torture By: Aydan Corkern | - Throughout the ages countries have used torture of many kinds to try and wring the truth out of spies, traitors, and anyone else who might have knowledge about important matters, especially in the course of a war. Some tortures could eventually bring about the death of the tortured if they did not confess what was expected of them. Then again, some that were tortured would say anything or tell anything just have the torture stop.
Are Politicians Using Smoke Screens To Sidestep Issues By: Aydan Corkern | - From the time the presidential started almost two years ago, we have been inundated with many candidates, but one by one they have been eliminated and the playing field has been cleared of all competitors except for the Obama team for the Democrats and the McCain team for the Republicans. At least now we know what our choices are.
Celebrity Showdown: Democrats Vs. Republicans By: globalbpo1 | - Celebrities play an important role even outside their respective fields. Actors, actresses, athletes, musiciansyou name itpeople pay attention to them, listen to them, and are more often than not heavily influenced by them. When celebrities tell us to buy a new car, a house, eat pizza, smoke cigars, and buy DVDs we usually do, right? Hence, theres no excuse when it comes to voting the next President.
Us Elections- How Myspace Comments Help You Promote Your Candidate? By: cdmohatta | - As time changes technology brings in new ideas in our life. Elections are no different. Comments and graphics that are extensively used by social network users on Myspace and other networking websites are becoming another tool for promoting candidates.
If you a democrat you have a choice to pick up comments and graphics made for your candidate and post that on your friends profile. You can also enliven your own profile with calendars and clocks made exclusively for your candid ... Tags:US Elections
Kenya"€™s Smartest Money Strategy For The Common Citizen By: poly muthumbi | - Hawkers in Kenya are known to be most unsettled business people ever. Fighting across the streets with the city council police all the time. But this has finally come to an end. Someone sat down on his couch and thought that Muthurwa Market could become a good Hawkers market. A good thought implemented; now it is working though slowly.
However I have noted that Kenyans are allergic to change. The government has come to terms with this phobia and is getting used to ... Tags:KENYA, GENERAL ELECTIONS, KENYA, MUTHURWA MARKET
Can, and will, the next generation of politicians exploit the communication mediums available to them? Will the new communication mediums have the power to influence public opinion? Will politicians be the victims of technology, or will they use it to their benefit? Will one party benefit from the use of the technology more than another? All reasonable questions, considering the role tec ... Tags:politics, political, politician, rss feeds, rss, feed, internet, technology, tech, itunes, youtube, podcasting, 2008, elections, vote, influence
Technology And Politics; The Internet's Influence On Politics By: Sharon Housley | - Can, and will, the next generation of politicians exploit the communication mediums available to them? Will the new communication mediums have the power to influence public opinion? Will politicians be the victims of technology, or will they use it to their benefit? Will one party benefit from the use of the technology more than another? All reasonable questions, considering the role technology plays in today's society.
Grassroots And The Elections By: Stephanie Vance | - Believe it or not, there’s an election around the corner. No, I’m not talking about the Presidential campaign. I’m talking about November 6th, 2007 when communities all across the country will be deciding on local ballot measures, county commissioners, city councilors and the like.
OK, so maybe the thought of these local elections doesn’t fill you with the same level of anticipation (or dread) as a rip-roaring presidential campaign can. But whether you&# ... Tags:advocacy, politics, government, elections
The Effect Of Elections On Small Business By: Ingrid Cliff | - Here in Australia we are heading into a Federal election in the near future. Over the years both in my office bearer roles in our local Chamber of Commerce as well as in my business consulting part of my business, I have closely observed businesses on the lead-up to an election.
There are some very clear business trends that smart businesses need to know and work within. Elections also provide businesses with a money-can't-buy education on the latest in marketing trends.
... Tags:small business marketing, elections, impact of election on business
This Is Not Your Dad's Republican Party Anymore By: Richard Stoyeck | - Stock markets are strange because they reflect the sum total of all our hopes, fears and prejudices at the end of each day. Every so often something big comes along that can have very strong influence on the stock market, and the direction the market is going to take. Bear markets when they do come, come out of nowhere. Everybody is surprised by them, but once they happen, the pundits have what seem to be perfectly reasonable explanations for why they happen.
Decision 2006 - Is The Republican 'cut, Run And Scare' Strategy Running On Fumes? By: James Opiko | - Over the course of George Bush's six years in office it has become abundantly clear that Mr. Bush and his cronies are in a state of "willful denial" about the worsening situation in Iraq....and so is a large chunk of the American public, willingly or due to misleading partisan information.
Politics- Is It Good At All? By: cdmohatta | - Politics- a word detested by most of the common people. To an ordinary person, politics is a synonym to corruption, misuse of power, money laundering and other malpractices. Politics has earned such a bad name for itself everywhere, that even the most honest political leader is looked upon with suspicion. Elections come and go. Majority of the populace does not bother to vote. They know, once elected a candidate forgets his electorate and runs after money and power. But these elected leaders can ... Tags:politics, society, government, issues, corruption, politicians, justice, elections
Local government apathy is not just a problem in the USA. It is an international problem. A Google of local political apathy proves that very quickly. The problem has also been with us for some time. In 1987 Mayor Ken Livingstone of London wrote a book, If Voting Changed Anything, They'D Abolish It.
Since 2004 something called The Power inquiry has been investigating the condition of democracy in Britain. This group hosted meetin ... Tags:local government, officials, apathy, politics, elections
