Washington 2017: The U.S. Political RP IC-Volume II (OPEN)

[Prolieum]

New Jersey State House, Trenton, New Jersey

"I'm as confident in that as I am that the Democrats won't obstruct it," Hotchkiss answered. "That means I'm not very confident. Unless we vote in a Republican legislature this year, we will constantly have to deal with obstruction."

[Tumblrena]

Seattle, Washington
Mayor's Office
2045
Sunday
11 June
2017

"I would not want you to join us under false pretenses." Ellen says.

"The truths are that we could provide more resources to a campaign of yours but we simply do not have the long term infrastructure that the Democratic Party has collected.

But as I am sure you know political infrastructure is not mechanical. It is organic. You are yourself a part of the Democratic Party's infrastructure in Virginia. Our growing infrastructure is from both the ones who have been a part of our movement for the long term and those who now have decided that the party no longer represents them.

Remember that a party is not mechanical either. It is not even organic. It is an idea that comes into form so it can affect the world. The structures and systems are made to serve and promote that idea.

The Democratic Party as an institution did not help you. It was members of that party that gave you assistance wasn't it? They saw you as a fellow to work towards an ideal. I do not know where they are now. Maybe they are still a part of the party. Maybe they have come to us. Maybe they have found another way. But the Party has its own direction.

I do not know what the ideal of the Democratic Party is today. I fear that it is now only the gaining of power. Maybe it is not. But I can only say what I see. I do not look through a lens of nostalgia or a an image that I hope for even if it is not true. All of us want to see our heroes still be heroic. None of us wants to separate from something we were close with even if it becomes something that it is not. Even if it batters us. We see a good only to see that it is a reflection of ourselves. We project ourselves onto it. We see what is not there because in our hearts we want it to be and then we find that we have lost the chance to step away from reflecting and begin to build what we want to see ourselves.

I do not know if this is the time that is best for you Mr. Arlen. Maybe you would feel it is better in a few years. I hope that it will be. But I will not pretend that we are inevitable. I will not say that when you are ready to come that there will be somewhere to come to. I will strive to make it that we will still be there. I have committed myself to this ideal. But I am only one woman. I cannot transform the world by myself.

Our movement has strength from the ones who join it. The ones who come newly and the ones who commit again every day. I do not know if the time was right for them. But I know that if they did not make their choice when they did then others would not have gotten their chance when it came to them. You would not have this chance today. In a few years the Progressive Party may have the White House and Congress. In a few years we may be no more. We are only as strong as those who stand for the ideal we represent Mr. Arlen. People like you will decide how strong that is."

[Dentali]

Jason Samara Campaign Stop #7
Pittsfield, Berkshire County



Pittsfield, #5 in the nation for prescription opioid abuse. Samara would do well here.

Congressman Jason Samara was running in a large part on his ability to work with republicans to make real change for his constituents, perhaps his biggest accomplishment to this so far was COEA or the Combating the Opioid Epidemic Act of 2017. $3 billion annually in grants to fight the opioid crisis, Pittsfield is the exact kind of community that would benefit from the legislation.

He started by visiting clinics, treatment centers, recovery centers, survivors and advocates of the crisis. He shook hands listened to stories and made sure the whole thing was documented on social media, all to remind the voters that he was responsible for passing through the house massive opioid crisis relief. He also went on WBEC the local talk show station not to promote his campaign but to raise awareness of the crisis and places where individuals could seek help.

The next day he and his family visited the Berkshire Humane Society and adopted a dog which his girls named “Buster” which also became a minor social media hit.



After spending some time with the family (and its newest member) by the Onota lake, Samara went to to his rally in downtown Pittsfield. This speech would be his standard stump with a new paragraph detailing his plan to make the Child Tax Credit fully refundable for families with children under 17, increase the phase in rate to 50 for families with children under the age of 6. This could lift over a million people out of poverty.

“Good Morning! What a crowd, it’s really an honor to be here thank you all for coming and for the warm welcome.”

“I’m Congressman Jason Samara, I am a man raised in Boston, Massachusetts. I grew up walking the Freedom trail, I grew up watching the South End of Boston go from dangerous and remote in the 80s flourish, I grew up jogging along the Charles river and rooting for the Red Sox. But I was born to two loving parents in Puerto Rico, my father was an immigrant and a psychiatrist, my mother was a social worker who devoted her life to helping people get back on their feet. When I was 2 my father passed away in an car accident and my mother took me to Boston to live with her mother. Times were hard, money was short, we relied on family, community and at times the government to get by. I am a product of public school, I grew up hearing stories of my family that fought for civil rights, of my uncles that marched next to Doctor King, who stood on the bridge at Selma, who marched on Washington and I took that to heart.”

“I dedicated my life and schooling to community outreach and service, I married my high school sweetheart and we have beautiful daughters. I was elected to Congress in 2010 becoming the first African American to represent the state, I have fought for welfare reform, consumer protections, providing affordable college and healthcare, LBGTQ rights, a woman’s right to choose and housing reform. I proudly stand by the work I have done for this state. As a Congressman I proudly voted against the RLSA, WAC and BBA. My parents and my grandmother are no longer with us today, but I know they look down on our work with pride.”

“My last name is Samara, a name that comes from half a world away. In America though your name should be no barrier to success, no matter your name or circumstances of birth, the color of your skin, no matter who you love or how you choose to worship... America should be a place where none of that matters. I stand here now proud of my heritage, knowing that I am just a part of the greater American story. I have a vision for America where there are no barriers to success - no matter what color you are, no matter where you're from, no matter how much money you have.”

“Thats where I come from, not let me tell you what I stand for. I stand for no PACs just people, I have pledged to no longer accept donations from corporate PACs, this is just the first step in Comprehensive Campaign Finance Reform that is necessary for our growing Democracy. I stand for the scientific consensus that Climate Change is real, and that we must take steps to build a clean energy economy to make fuel and energy cheaper, better for the environment and free of our dependency on foreign countries.”

“I stand for those who serve are nation in uniform, and making sure that when they return to civilian life we are there to support them in the challenges they face. I stand for Expanding medical care and support services for our service members is a moral duty.”

“I stand for Universal Healthcare, Health Care is a Human Right, a moral responsibility. I will fight to make sure that insurance companies no longer turn people away for pre-existing conditions or discriminate against women. I will work hand in hand with our governor to craft and support a healthcare plan that covers all of Massachusetts so it can continue to be the national leader in coverage and innovation.”

“I stand for Equal Pay for Equal Work. An economy that works for everyone, a $15 minimum wage, affordable childcare, parental leave. No one who works full time should live in poverty and its time big business and the 1% paid its fair share.”

“I stand for LGBTQ equality, I go to Boston’s Pride Parade every year, I marched in DC and spoke on LGBTQ rights and progress. I will stand against any attempt to take away our progress, LGTBQ rights are human rights and we need an equality act to ban discrimination against LGBTQ individuals in employment, housing and other areas.”

“I stand for A God Given Right to Safety, the Minutemen Act showed that Congress cares more about handouts to Gun Manufacturers than safety for our people, and across the country children are paying the price. Gun Violence plagues our communities every day and as your Senator I will fight back against the epidemic, thoughts and prayers are not enough we need action to take dangerous weapons off our streets and out of the hands of dangerous individuals.”

“For most folks, one income isn't enough to raise a family and send your kids to college. Sometimes, two incomes aren't enough. It's harder to save. It's harder to retire. You're doing your part, you're meeting your responsibilities, but it always seems like you're treading water or falling behind.”

“I’m tired of waiting, waiting a decade for a pay raise while CEO pay is soaring, i’m tired of waiting for Republican Senators to act while more Americans fall into poverty, i’m tired of waiting for them to realize that their are kids with the knowledge and the drive to go to college and change the world but can’t because its not affordable. I’m tired of waiting and that’s why I am seeking the Democratic nomination for Senator of the great state of Massachusetts.”

“We, the people of Massachusetts, the birthplace of the American Revolution, Birthplace to presidents and patriots, heroes of war and peace, a place of science and philosophy, a state that has ALWAYS pushed America forward. And we know the way forward don’t we? We know how to make our economy stronger and fairer, how to make our communities safer and education more affordable, how to make our retirement security and our healthcare the gold standard.”

“We know that we should not abandon our public education to benefit private and religious schools, but we must strengthen our public education. We know that inclusion and diversity make us stronger, that we must encourage new Americans to come here to build better lives. We know that we must protect members of the LGBTQ+ community, we know that ALL are created equal and must be protected as such under the law!”

“We start right here, right now by talking about the economy. An economy that works for too few at the expense of the many. A rigged game where wall street wins and main street loses, when bankers rig interest rates so you pay more for a house or a car thats a rigged game. When companies use tricks and loopholes to avoid taxes and don’t pay their fair share? Thats a rigged game, and when the top 1% has more than the bottom 99% IT’S A RIGGED GAME!”

“Close the Loopholes, lets tell American companies that if they want to benefit from our laws and our protection they need to bring those profits home. We need a fairer economy because the market the republicans claim is ‘free’ is just a game with loaded dice. We have seen wall street billionaires declare bankruptcy a half dozen times and get bailed out, but someone who can’t afford to pay a speeding ticket goes to jail. IT’S A RIGGED GAME. “

“Since 1978 CEOs have gotten paid over 900% more, workers are 65% more productive and they get 9% more. When America’s workers play a rigged game we all lose, when unions get busted and workers can’t organize? We lose... and when you don’t give people a livable wage we all lose. Basic decency and sound economics both bring you to the same conclusion: IT’S A RIGGED GAME thats why it’s time to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour.”

“But if we are really going to create permanent lasting change we MUST support education. Now i’m not supporting teaching our kids how to better answer a multiple choice question on a test. I want to build real strong communities around schools, have teachers who are well-trained motivated and LOVE what they do. I want schools and teachers that really prepare our children not just for college but for life. We need to treat teachers with the respect they deserve and like the professionals they are!”

“The average student graduates with over $35,000 in debt, I want to make sure that every student gets the opportunity to go to college and that they can go to community college for free and when a student borrows money to go to college they get low rates.”

“The ACA was not perfect, it could have been improved BUT I would take the ACA over having tens of millions without healthcare, without a net, where the only time they see a doctor is in the emergency room. We must continue to improve healthcare, making sure coverage is truly universal and held to the highest standards. I will work hand in hand with our governor to get the best possible healthcare after the RLSA until we can finally repeal it.”

“Everybody deserves affordable healthcare, nobody should have to choose between filling a grocery cart or a prescription jar. The Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and other programs that allow people to retire with dignity, that gives survivor benefits to their partners and families…. These are programs I will fight tooth and nail to defend, to make sure Social Security is there for you. It’s the least we can do.”

“As we make peoples healthcare secure let us also secure our communities…. Mass Shootings capture headlines, but daily tragedies we see in towns and cities across the nation are just as tragic. Thirty Thousand Americans are killed by gun violence every year, the madness must end. I have given my thoughts and prayers to victims too many times but as great man once said ‘when you pray move your feet’. We need to move, we need to realize that we have options and ways to bring down gun violence without dismantling the second amendment which I respect. Ways to ensure criminals, terrorists and other dangerous individuals don’t get firearms. This is not about hunters, this is not about responsible gun owners looking to protect their family… This is about realizing that there is no good reason to own an assault rifle. If you buy a gun, no matter where or when, you should get a background check. The gun lobby owns many in Congress but they do not own the conscience of the American people.”

“As your Senator I will fight to ensure that no one who works full time will live in poverty, I will fight to raise the minimum wage, get better work scheduling, get paid family and medical leave, I will work towards giving every kid in America an opportunity to go to college without being buried under a mountain of debt, and for the debt that is owed now I will fight to make that burden easier.”

“As your Senator I will fight for retirement with dignity, an expansion of Social Security, Strengthening of Medicare and Retirement accounts, and to reform the ACA.”

“As your Senator I will fight against attempts to strip control of a woman’s body away from her. Defending a woman’s right to choose, supporting education and easier access to contraception is vital to promoting sexual health.”

“We need stronger laws to govern Wall Street, we need to keep the 1% accountable and when banks get too big they need to be broken up, the people of this country and this state deserve someone who will hold their feet to the fire and make sure they are accountable. We deserve someone who will support trade deals that don’t just favor the big corporations, trade deals that don’t leave you in the dirt and left behind as the gap between rich and poor widens and the middle class disappears.”

“In too many places the poor are getting poorer, families who need help will find essential services cut, they will find healthcare cut and they need to ‘pull themselves up by their bootstraps’ while the boot of the 1% is on their back. Americans trapped in poverty, no hope of a job or education, many turning to drugs and gangs. We as a nation cannot abandon them, and as your Senator I swear I will fight for them.”

“Call it ‘trickle down’, call it ‘supply side economics’ but its the same story, the shining city is for the privileged few not America as a whole. But democrats have always fought for a different vision, a vision of a nation where we pursue new frontiers in education, healthcare, and prosperity, a nation where we all move forward to that new frontier together, where no-one is left behind.”

"To this end I want to reform and improve the Earned Income Tax Credit, and the Child Tax Credit. My goal is to make work pay, the EITC and Child Tax Credit is great for increasing employment and labor force participation, but they can be improved. I want to make the Child Tax Credit fully refundable for families with children under 17, increase the phase in rate to 50 for families with children under the age of 6. This could lift over a million people out of poverty."

“Our nation, our republic will not work if we do not get out there and fight for what we believe in. Politicians from the President to the local dog catcher need to hear from you, they hear plenty from the 1% and Wall Street, from Super-Pacs and giant corporations and those who can fill their pockets and campaign chests. If we don’t speak now, make our voices heard, our politicians will ONLY work for the wealthy few.”

“So while I am asking for your vote, but more importantly asking for your engagement. I hope that when election day comes you put a check mark next to my name on a ballot, but should you decide that you disagree I hope that you still get involved. Raise the level of debate and discourse, demand the highest standards not just from your elected officials but from those who elect them. Do not take your vote for granted, your country needs you, your nation needs you, and those who do not have the chance to vote need you.”

“Our state has a strong Irish tradition, and the Irish tell the story of a man reaching the gates of heaven asking to be let in, St. Peter says ‘of course just show us your scars’ to which the man replies ‘Scars? I have no scars’ St. Peter says ‘what a pity, was there nothing worth fighting for?”

“In the days to come we will accomplish much, we will push our state and our nation continually forward, but no progress worth making has ever been made with self sacrifice, personal suffering and sometimes even death. Find your truth, fight for it, pray and move your feet, show others the path forward by blazing the trail.”

“We are STRONGER TOGETHER, that means everyone who works hard has an equal shot at America’s promise, at joining the middle class and having a better life. We are STRONGER TOGETHER yet so many of our corporate and political leaders seem content to pursue their own self interest, leaving so many hard working Americans struggling and without a fair shot. So lets not give up now, abandon our dreams to dark apathy we are STRONGER TOGETHER and we can achieve the American Dream.”

“Together we can accomplish great things, I pray you join me, I pray you stand and march forward with me, and one day we will have built a country worthy of the principles we were founded on. Thank you, God bless America and God bless the Great State of Massachusetts.”

[Puertollano]

(Image) Patricia Waterfield @PatriciaWaterfieldReal Progressive Primary arriving soon. I want a New York that puts our minorities first, put Progressive values first. Valores progresivos para Nueva York! #ProgressiveforNewYork (Image)

Alois Kramer
@GoodOle'American
@PatriciaWaterfieldreal, A candidate for the Progressive Party nomination for Senator of New York has just said that they will essentially ignore the needs of the majority population of New York in order to support her misguided social engineering.

Alois Kramer
@GoodOle'American
Ma'am, I must say that if you keep making statements like this your campaign is as dead as a dodo.

Patricia Waterfield @PatriciaWaterfieldReal Maybe ignoring minority groups is a good campaign strategy in Alabama, In New York, we want to take care of our immigrants and LGBTQ community. Progressive values for New York!#ProgressiveforNewYork

[Greater Arab State]

Alois Kramer
@GoodOle'American
@PatriciaWaterfieldreal, A candidate for the Progressive Party nomination for Senator of New York has just said that they will essentially ignore the needs of the majority population of New York in order to support her misguided social engineering.

Alois Kramer
@GoodOle'American
Ma'am, I must say that if you keep making statements like this your campaign is as dead as a dodo.

Patricia Waterfield @PatriciaWaterfieldReal Maybe ignoring minority groups is a good campaign strategy in Alabama, In New York, we want to take care of our immigrants and LGBTQ community. Progressive values for New York!#ProgressiveforNewYork

Alois Kramer
@GoodOle'American
@PatriciaWaterfieldReal, No one said about ignoring minority groups Ma'am but I did say about you essentially tweeting you will ignore the needs and demands of the majority of New York's population. #ConservativevaluesforUSA

[Dentali]

Congressman Glen Anderson
Meeting with New York Governor Romano Edoardo Di Pietro



Governor Romano Edoardo Di Pietro was in many ways a model for Anderson's potential governorship, Di Pietro was an advocate for criminal justice reform, cutting taxes, and streamlining the government all of which Anderson hoped to achieve in his governorship. Today however Glen was not here to talk about any of that, today he was here to talk about a potential major project for their states.

20,000 people commuted every day from the Poconos to New York City, it is widely to be considered the worst commute in the country with Interstate 80 clogged for miles. A transit rail project from Scranton, Pennsylvania to link up with existing New Jersey line and ending in NYC could provide much needed relief and be a massive economic artery for all states involved.

Anderson had announced his support for the project at a recent rally and was now making efforts that showed his commitment to making it reality. To that end he arranged to meet with New York's governor to discuss the proposal, and sat outside his office waiting to be called in.

[Bruke]

Congressman Morton's office, Cannon Office Building, Washington D.C. May 25th, 2017

As Greg was writing replies to his stack of letters from constituents, his PC lit up.

An email from a colleague..... his eyes furrowed. Donald Johnson? What the hell did he want? A right munter, that one.

Apparently, a meeting with one of his friends.

He told his secretary to keep a lookout for this mysterious fellow and to send him in when he arrived.

[Main Nation Ministry]

Congressman Morton's office, Cannon Office Building, Washington D.C. May 25th, 2017

As Greg was writing replies to his stack of letters from constituents, his PC lit up.

An email from a colleague..... his eyes furrowed. Donald Johnson? What the hell did he want? A right munter, that one.

Apparently, a meeting with one of his friends.

He told his secretary to keep a lookout for this mysterious fellow and to send him in when he arrived.

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

Eventually, later that afternoon, Cox called for Greg Morton where he tried to phone him, but the call was to be answered by the secretary first.

[Bruke]

Congressman Morton's office, Cannon Office Building, Washington D.C. May 25th, 2017

As Greg was writing replies to his stack of letters from constituents, his PC lit up.

An email from a colleague..... his eyes furrowed. Donald Johnson? What the hell did he want? A right munter, that one.

Apparently, a meeting with one of his friends.

He told his secretary to keep a lookout for this mysterious fellow and to send him in when he arrived.

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

Eventually, later that afternoon, Cox called for Greg Morton where he tried to phone him, but the call was to be answered by the secretary first.

An older woman with a slight rural California accent answered him. “You’ve reached the office of Congressman Greg Morton, of California’s 3rd. How can the Congressman help you today?”

[Main Nation Ministry]

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

"Yes, I would like to speak to Mr. Greg Morton. I'm Taylor Cox and I'm running for governor of California. I was wondering if I can speak to him on some certain matters?"

[Bruke]

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

"Yes, I would like to speak to Mr. Greg Morton. I'm Taylor Cox and I'm running for governor of California. I was wondering if I can speak to him on some certain matters?"

“Oh yes, the Congressman was expecting you. I’ll put you through.”

A man spoke in a slightly rough New Zealand accent. “You must be Taylor Cox. So, you wanna be Governor, bucko- is that right?”

[Main Nation Ministry]

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

"Indeed, bucko! I'm running for Governor of the west coast! I looking for endorsements and I was wondering if you can be of help."

[Bruke]

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

"Indeed, bucko! I'm running for Governor of the west coast! I looking for endorsements and I was wondering if you can be of help."

“I’m a wee bit confused there. You’re running for Governor in three states?”

[Main Nation Ministry]

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

Cox let out a quick laugh. "Sorry for being vague there. I'm running for California. Whenever people refer to west coast, they tend to refer to California. So yes, I'm running for California."

[Bruke]

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

Cox let out a quick laugh. "Sorry for being vague there. I'm running for California. Whenever people refer to west coast, they tend to refer to California. So yes, I'm running for California."

“Tell me a bit about yourself then. How and why did you get into politics, and what do you hope to achieve as Governor?”

[Main Nation Ministry]

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

"How did I get into politics? I think it's because you felt like you were aiming to do the right thing. People these days don't care much about making changes themselves, so I figure I can make changes for them. To be the Governor, I want to make sure California doesn't descend into it's own ignorance by those Progressives. Plus, I always imagined that California was supposed to be the state where the American Dream was supposed to happen. It makes sense when you think about it. When I heard that Reed became president, I figure I can run California in his own image, seeing how he's making the US better." Cox explained to Morton.

[Bruke]

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

"How did I get into politics? I think it's because you felt like you were aiming to do the right thing. People these days don't care much about making changes themselves, so I figure I can make changes for them. To be the Governor, I want to make sure California doesn't descend into it's own ignorance by those Progressives. Plus, I always imagined that California was supposed to be the state where the American Dream was supposed to happen. It makes sense when you think about it. When I heard that Reed became president, I figure I can run California in his own image, seeing how he's making the US better." Cox explained to Morton.

“I wanted Senator Gonzalez to win myself, but Reed winning California was very impressive. “The state where the American Dream was supposed to happen”... that’s a hardout way of thinking, mate. What kind of changes do you want to make for the people?”

[Main Nation Ministry]

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

"Reed winning California was a surprise. He's almost like Ronald Reagan or George H.W Bush. Now the changes I want to make is to turn California into a state of prosperity. I feel like Hollywood itself is being forgotten on it's true purpose. I wish to give the studios some freedom. There are people who want to be famous in California, so I want to give them more opportunities. Gun rights in California are strict, but I want to relive the concern of the public. Seeing how the 2nd Amendment shows the right to show arms, I wish to give everyone the right to have a firearm. Now, northern and southern California is a place for business. The Progressives are going to make this worst with their typical "big business" over the little guy. Everyone deserves to get in the bigger pond. I want to raise the wages there. Lastly, I want to make sure that no illegal immigrants exploit our state's status for having a sanctuary city. Is that enough or do you want more?" Cox asked Morton.

[Bruke]

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

"Reed winning California was a surprise. He's almost like Ronald Reagan or George H.W Bush. Now the changes I want to make is to turn California into a state of prosperity. I feel like Hollywood itself is being forgotten on it's true purpose. I wish to give the studios some freedom. There are people who want to be famous in California, so I want to give them more opportunities. Gun rights in California are strict, but I want to relive the concern of the public. Seeing how the 2nd Amendment shows the right to show arms, I wish to give everyone the right to have a firearm. Now, northern and southern California is a place for business. The Progressives are going to make this worst with their typical "big business" over the little guy. Everyone deserves to get in the bigger pond. I want to raise the wages there. Lastly, I want to make sure that no illegal immigrants exploit our state's status for having a sanctuary city. Is that enough or do you want more?" Cox asked Morton.

“So your key issues are supporting the entertainment industry, supporting gun rights, and supporting business, and opposing a sanctuary state bill? Choice, man, that’s real hardout and I like it heaps.”

[Main Nation Ministry]

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

"So you like it or not?"

[Federal States of Xathuecia]

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Of Michiganites and Museums

Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
Washington
District of Columbia

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"Yes...well, for many of them, its about getting them a foot in the door. Congress being the door and you one with the strength to open it for their little feet to get in."

She chuckled at her rather exaggerated explanation.

"But if it helps them and it helps you, let it be."

[The Orion Islands]

Congressman Glen Anderson
Meeting with New York Governor Romano Edoardo Di Pietro

(Image)

Governor Romano Edoardo Di Pietro was in many ways a model for Anderson's potential governorship, Di Pietro was an advocate for criminal justice reform, cutting taxes, and streamlining the government all of which Anderson hoped to achieve in his governorship. Today however Glen was not here to talk about any of that, today he was here to talk about a potential major project for their states.

20,000 people commuted every day from the Poconos to New York City, it is widely to be considered the worst commute in the country with Interstate 80 clogged for miles. A transit rail project from Scranton, Pennsylvania to link up with existing New Jersey line and ending in NYC could provide much needed relief and be a massive economic artery for all states involved.

Anderson had announced his support for the project at a recent rally and was now making efforts that showed his commitment to making it reality. To that end he arranged to meet with New York's governor to discuss the proposal, and sat outside his office waiting to be called in.

The Governor had heard of Congressman Anderson and his quest to become Governor of Pennsylvania, and he liked what he had heard. He went an opened the door for the Pennsylvanian and showed a welcoming look.
"Congressman, come on in. It is an honor to meet you. Now what would you like to discuss. Policy or campaign?"

[Bruke]

May 25th, 2017

Taylor Cox
A Phone Call to Congressman Morton
Los Angeles, California

"So you like it or not?"

“I do, I do. But I will warn you it’s not going to be easy. And stay away from that Johnson fellow, he’s nothing but trouble. Let me see how you do with the people you’d like to help so much- they’re the ones hey really matter in all this, eh? After that... I’ll see about endorsing your campaign.”

[Prolieum]

National Air and Space Museum, Washington D.C.

"Yes," Appleby responded, not seeing any need to elaborate on what was, in essence, Stafford agreeing with his general comment.

Hands in his pockets, Appleby looked over the F-104 Starfighter that sat before them, alternating between gazing at the aircraft and reading the display at a distance.

"How did you get your foot in the door?" he inquired. He was not actually particularly interested, but felt mildly obligated to ask something on that path of the conversation.

[Dentali]

Congressman Glen Anderson
Meeting with New York Governor Romano Edoardo Di Pietro

(Image)

Governor Romano Edoardo Di Pietro was in many ways a model for Anderson's potential governorship, Di Pietro was an advocate for criminal justice reform, cutting taxes, and streamlining the government all of which Anderson hoped to achieve in his governorship. Today however Glen was not here to talk about any of that, today he was here to talk about a potential major project for their states.

20,000 people commuted every day from the Poconos to New York City, it is widely to be considered the worst commute in the country with Interstate 80 clogged for miles. A transit rail project from Scranton, Pennsylvania to link up with existing New Jersey line and ending in NYC could provide much needed relief and be a massive economic artery for all states involved.

Anderson had announced his support for the project at a recent rally and was now making efforts that showed his commitment to making it reality. To that end he arranged to meet with New York's governor to discuss the proposal, and sat outside his office waiting to be called in.

The Governor had heard of Congressman Anderson and his quest to become Governor of Pennsylvania, and he liked what he had heard. He went an opened the door for the Pennsylvanian and showed a welcoming look.
"Congressman, come on in. It is an honor to meet you. Now what would you like to discuss. Policy or campaign?"

“Policy... 20,000 people commute from Pennsylvania to New York City every day, it clogs our highways and we currently have no direct route there via rail. For a long time people have been wishing for a rail line from Scranton PA to New York City, I promised that as governor I would take the steps to make it a reality. Obviously to do that I need the support and consent of New York and Jersey.”