In 2004, Christine Gregoire won the Washington Gubernatorial election, out of a total 2,746,593 votes cast, Gregoire beat Dino Rossi by only:
129 Votes
In 2006, Republican Tim Pawlenty beat out Democrat Mike Hatch in Minnesota. Out of a total of 2,202,987 votes cast, Pawlenty won by:
Less than 1%
In 2005, Democrat Robert Deeds lost to Republican Bob McDonnell for Attorney General in Virginia. Out of 1,941,449 votes cast, Deeds lost by:
323 Votes
In 2006, Democrat Jim Webb beat Republican George Allen in Virginia. Out of a total 2,370,455 votes cast, Webb won by:
Less than 9,329 votes
In 2000, Democrat Al Gore lost to Republican George Bush in the presidential race. The presidency came down to Florida. Out of 5,962,657 votes cast state wide, Al Gore lost by:
Less than 500 votes
Washington, Minnesota, Florida, and Virginia all have a vibrant Arab community.
How Many Arabs live in Virginia?
Estimates range from 46,000 on the low end to as high as 180,000
Virginia is a battle ground state, our ability to vote in large numbers can be a decisive factor in whether Obama or McCain wins the Commonwealth of Virginia.
In the 8th CD we have over
Your vote can be the difference between more of the same or the change we all want.
You are not older than 18 or not a citizen as of yet, what can you do to help
get Obama elected?
Ways to volunteer
Help out during registration drives
Canvass
Phone-bank
GoTV
Mahber Sundays
House Parties
This is a huge opportunity for Arab to make a difference, now is our time to get
organized as a community and vote for Senator Obama, Mark Warner, and Jim
Moran.
Now is our time
To Turn Enthusiasm into Action
Yalla Vote!!
What happens after November 4th?
First, we will REST!
Participate in local elections
Create a platform where
Create a receptive audience for Community events
Create a coalition with other communities
Create programs to involve your youngsters
For more information
Virginia Arab Democrats@
http://tinyurl.com/59wuzt