Introducing the Iowa Democratic Bloggers Fundraising Page

Earlier this week, I donated $20 to Rep. Dave Loebsack through his Act Blue page. When I completed the short process of entering my information, I got to thinking the Democratic bloggers in Iowa should have their own fundraising page. So I decided to set a page up through Act Blue at http://www.actblue.com/page/iowabloggers.

Through the Iowa Democratic Bloggers fundraising page you will be able to donate to Sen. Harkin, the 3 incumbant Democratic House members, candidates for Congress in the 4th and 5th Districts, as well as the Democratic candidates for President. In the fall, we plan on selecting Democrats running for State Senate and State Representitive.

There are two reasons you should donate to Democratic candidates through the Iowa Democratic Bloggers fundraising page. First, it helps elect Democrats in the state of Iowa. 2006 was a great year for Democrats in the state. In order to keep the momentum going in 2008, we need to support candidates with strong values and progressive ideals. Second, by raising money through numerous small donations, politicians will see the power of the netroots in Iowa. Once we show them what we bring to the table, then we have a better chance of our issues such as local control of hog confinements, clean elections, and health care reform being heard.

The end of the 2nd fundraising quarter is Saturday, June 30th. That leaves just 3 days to donate to your favorite Iowa Democrat. Show them you support them and show them the power of the Iowa netroots.