I lean politically, but I respect both sides of the aisle. I think we're better citizens after walking a day or two in someone else's shoes and I try to do it often. Follow my escapades on Twitter.
Yes, that's right, upon hearing that Frederick Douglass wrote a letter to his ex-master forgiving him, the white guy asked, "[forgiving the slave owner] for giving him [the slave] shelter and food all those years?" Seriously.
The Republican National Committee's Florida state director for Hispanic outreach switched to the Democratic Party not long after CPAC. His letter cites the events at this panel as one of the many reasons.
If their story makes you feel patriotic, chip in here or buy needed gear. If you're a veteran, doctor, or good soul who wants to volunteer, join Team Rubicon. Now share this. That's an order!
In Pakistan, the powerful army scarcely brooks much dissent, and certain generals are perceived as above the law. So for these three young men to release this video criticizing the army... well, it is political satire, but the very end is downright chilling.
UPDATE: Receiving reports on Twitter that this video is now blocked in Pakistan. Want to fight censorship? Share it now.
These guys took some serious risks to make this, and Pakistani television won't air it. So share it?
To express your support for commonsense steps to reduce gun violence, share this, and join the White House call for action on social media.
If you'd like to learn more about fly fishing, tweet me, and I promise to "hook" you up. If you're lucky enough to live in Washington, D.C., or plan to visit, stop by Fletcher's Boat House to experience the Potomac — rent a row boat, grab a fishing pole, ride a bike. It's awesome. George Washington himself "fished the shad" and they'll be around til June for you to catch and release.
UPDATE: Supports same-sex marriage as of 4/1/13!
Sen. Casey said the letters & stories he received impacted his decision.
Tweet a "thanks" to Sen. Casey!
Email Sen. Casey
Call his D.C. office: (202) 224-6324
Opposes same-sex marriage and backs DOMA.
Oh boy. Baby steps, folks. Organizing 101: Share Your Story -- tell Joe what gay marriage would mean to you.
UPDATE: Supports same-sex marriage as of 3/27/13!
She has a tough re-election in '14. You can email, call, or Tweet her to say "thanks," and let her know we'll have her back.
Email Sen. Hagan
Call her D.C. office: (202) 224-6342
UPDATE: Supports same-sex marriage as of 4/4/13!
Way to go, Bill! Tweet Sen. Nelson to say "thanks!"
Email Sen. Nelson
Call his D.C. office: (202) 224-5274
UPDATE: Supports same-sex marriage as of 4/5/13!
Give Heidi a big "HOO-AH!" and tweet her a "thanks!"
Email Sen. Heitkamp
Call her D.C. office: (202) 224-2043
"People should be allowed to love who they love."
Tough state -- it has a constitutional ban against same-sex marriage, AND she's up for re-election in '14. So, be gentle but firm. We need Mary to lead from her great big heart.Â
Email Sen. Landrieu
Call her D.C. office: (202) 224-5824
UPDATE: Supports same-sex marriage as of 4/2/13!
Right on, Tom! Tweet a big "thanks" to Sen. Carper!
Email Sen. Carper
Call his D.C. office: (202) 224-2441
UPDATE: Supports same-sex marriage as of 4/8/13!
Make sure you tweet a "thanks" to Sen. Johnson!
Email Sen. Johnson
Call his D.C. office: (202) 224-5842
UPDATE: Supports same-sex marriage as of 4/5/13!
Right on, Joe! Courage of conviction, man. Tweet Sen. Donnelly a "thanks!"
Email Sen. Donnelly
Call his D.C. office: (202) 224-4814
Does not support same-sex marriage.
Look, it's Arkansas, people; I can't do anything about that. We gotta start somewhere. Be nice: Share your personal story about what equality marriage means to you. Kill 'em with kindness.
Email Sen. Pryor
Call his D.C. office: (202) 224-2353
Supports gay marriage.
So, we agree with Tucker Carlson! There's a first time for everything. Swallow your pride. Reward tolerance. Tweet Tucker a quick thanks:
On July 24, 2007, Carlson said on his show, "I'm just for marriage generally. I'm for people making a lifelong commitment. Do you know what I mean? I'm not against gay marriage, actually, and I'm the most right-wing person I know." Carlson later went on to say, "I think, marriage has been a great thing for me, and I think it's a really civilizing force, and I think it would be a civilizing force for gay people, too."
