I got an e-mail today from VoteVets.org. It's worth reading, but more than that, it's worth visiting the website and kicking in a few bucks.
These people, Iraq war vets, are making a difference. They helped elect good Democrats to Congress, but they didn't stop there. Now they're helping remind us how important it is to tell our congressmen and women how we feel about Bush's escalation.
But don't take my word for it. Read what they have to say:
Dear VoteVets.org Supporter,You are making a difference!
Today, VoteVets.org is profiled in the Washington Post, regarding our trips to Capitol Hill and ads we've been running. Today, at 4pm, I will be on MSNBC to discuss our efforts. None of this would have been possible without you. Your calls, donations, and word of mouth campaign have given us the strength and credibility to make insiders in Washington take notice of us, and take the troops and veterans seriously.
(Washington Post Photo / Nikki Kahn)Because of our campaign against the escalation of the war in Iraq, we're seeing some serious movement. This article details that many Senators who had blocked a debate on the bipartisan resolution against escalation are now doing a quick about-face. Because of you, the proponents of escalation of the war are starting to crumble.
We're not done yet!
This week, we had meetings with a dozen Senate offices from both sides of the aisle, and a very productive meeting with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer. We have their firm commitment that nothing will get in the way of the House speaking out forcefully against an escalation in Iraq. We will do everything we can to ensure quick passage of a resolution against escalation. Once a resolution passes in the House, and more Republicans in the Senate come to the conclusion that their political lives depend on them doing the right thing, we will see the Senate follow suit.
Please help us keep the heat on. Call your Representatives and Senators, and tell them that you stand with VoteVets.org's troops and veterans of the war in Iraq by opposing the escalation. The Capitol Hill switchboard number is 202-224-3121.
Thank you for supporting the Voice of the 21st Century American Patriot.
Best,
Jon Soltz
Iraq War veteran
Co-Founder and Chairman,
VoteVets.org
