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Hi Marcy, sorry to heat about the passing of your friend. Yes, I've found that there is a lot of anger/hatred/venom on the Left. I truly do not see anything as emotionally visceral from the Right. Maybe it is how brains are wired that leads people to have certain beliefs; I have theories. You aren't the first person to recommend I run as an Independent in this District, and I think that there is some wisdom in considering it. However, having ran before, no one on the Left would believe me. Also, I suspect that it would be much harder to get the strong support from Republicans that I need, it would likely lead to Primary battles, tougher fundraising, etc. And anyway, I've already filed as a Republican. But thanks for thinking about the situation here and how we might do better! Regards, Patrick > From: puckwood@comcast.net > Subject: Marcy is Thinking Again > Date: Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:43:30 -0500 > To: patrick@murrayforcongress.com > > Hi Patrick, I just got back from Oregon visiting for a sad reason ( a friend died ) and I had a chance to talk to a person who revealed to me their Democratic beliefs. I was astounded at the venom from an educated person who understands business and has a business degree. This encounter began to solidify my thoughts about what you said about your strategy in this district. > > I know you are up against a huge disadvantage in this District, and you've talked about those who will always vote Democratic, but I didn't realize the venom and the obsessiveness of their point of view. It seems to me that the only solution in this district is to run as an independent to take the obvious contentious issue (us vs. them) out of the mix. > > I know crazy, and I've probably just wasted your time. Sorry. Have a great week! > > Marcy Atwood > Cell 202-340-0070 > |