Pat Murphy leads the fight

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Wednesday February 03, 2010 · 11:24 AM PST

2010/02/03 · 11:24

Sometimes we get so caught up fighting for what we believe in that we forget those leaders who are fighting right alongside us. We know that change doesn’t come easily, so it’s helpful to have strong allies standing up for what’s right in the halls of power. I was part of the fighting Dems that you supported. Thank you. Veterans like Markos, me, and Patrick Murphy were there when Bush and his buddies in Congress dragged us into an unnecessary war, while kicking out great troops just because they were gay.

Paul Hackett

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Monday September 15, 2008 · 8:45 AM PDT

2008/09/15 · 08:45

Obama’s will to fight in Ohio is questionable given his unwillingness to formulate a meaningful attack that strikes at the heart of the perceived Palin/McCain ticket strength.

After posting my observations on Friday September 12, 2008, the news supporting my positions broke and evidence continues to support the above assertion. The Ohio Poll which was released Friday and published throughout Ohio in Saturday’s papers shows that Palin/McCain enjoy a 4 point lead throughout Ohio.

This morning’s Washington Post also confirmed the necessity of an Ohio victory for Obama to win the White House, despite wishful thinking to the contrary by many. Tad Devine in addressing this matter is quoted as saying, "I think it's going to look a lot like 2000 and 2004." Later in the article the following is noted regarding Ohio: “Ohio remains competitive because of the economy, but there are signs that Palin could help boost the vote in rural areas, where Obama was very weak in the primaries.”

Paul Hackett

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Friday September 12, 2008 · 7:48 AM PDT

2008/09/12 · 07:48

Obama is losing Ohio and contrary to Mr. Plouffe’s assertion that Obama can win without Ohio history indicates otherwise.

There are at least three issues that lead me to believe that the Obama campaign does not grasp the situation in Ohio.

Unreliable polling

No organized presence in Southern Ohio

No attack strategy against Palin/McCain coupled with a lack of defense of the Obama central theme of change.

Paul Hackett

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Tuesday February 28, 2006 · 2:28 PM PST

2006/02/28 · 14:28

I sent the following email out today and wanted to make sure you all had an opportunity to see it. IAVA PAC is a great organization with a great mission. I hope you'll recommend this post so others can see it.

Since I left the Senate race in Ohio I have been overwhelmed by the phone calls, e-mails, and letters of support. On behalf of myself and my entire campaign, I want to thank all of you who have passed on your thoughts and encouragement.

http://www.iavapac.org

Though I am no longer a candidate for elected office, I intend to continue in the fight I began when I returned from serving with my fellow Marines in Iraq; the fight to bring our troops home as quickly and safely as possible.

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(NEW AD) Iraq: This Time, Last Year

Paul Hackett

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Wednesday December 14, 2005 · 10:53 AM PST

2005/12/14 · 10:53

I wanted to pass this message from Suzi, my wife, along to everyone. She had her first conference call with bloggers today to discuss our new ad and what its like for the families of the men and women serving overseas in Iraq. I hope you enjoy her message and take a moment to watch the video and please feel free to recommend this post if you feel others would benefit from the message.

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A Call to Service

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Monday October 24, 2005 · 2:09 PM PDT

2005/10/24 · 14:09

Today, I announced I'm running for US Senate.

During the Special Election, many of you had a chance to get to know some my background, but I also want you to know why I want to serve again, this time in the US Senate.

In today's announcement, I tried to explain the concept of a call to service that has motivated me politically just as it motivated me to serve in Iraq. This is the concept I wrote of in my last diary, a concept I hope to focus upon while campaigning over the course of the next year. If people will join me in accepting the call to service, then we will find success before the first vote is cast.

In the Special Election, I received contributions from every state, which allowed us to go toe-to-toe with the Republicans in the media. In this race, I need more from you, I also need your ideas. Read More

Running in 2006

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Friday October 14, 2005 · 3:10 PM PDT

2005/10/14 · 15:10

It was great to see everything come together during the Special Election. Except for the people who didn't think it was actually me last time I posted, I want to thank each and every one of you - what you did for our campaign was awesome.

Good times are ahead for progressives with the guts to fight.

If you are ready to fight, then lead the charge - run for office.
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Maneuver Warfare

Paul Hackett

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Monday August 01, 2005 · 10:01 AM PDT

2005/08/01 · 10:01

On the same day I decided to run for congress, all of you were having a discussion about using this race to try new tactics. In the military, we were taught maneuver warfare, and we make the best out of what we're given. You've given me support from all across the country, so let's make the best of it and try out a different model of GOTV.

On the ground, we're doing everything we can to turn out our supporters. We've been walking, calling and ID'ing and we'll do what we can to get them to the polls.

But let's also use a distributed model - think of the Kevin Bacon game.
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