Conn. & Ned need to take a bow (I hope it is soon enuf to post

[I_Make_Mistakes]

this), you played an integral role in the Dem's win this election cycle. You guys made the establishment normal wake and listen to the people. You provided an important rationale for the the Dems get out of Iraq position, fair treatment of labor, etc.

I, in my heart of hearts believe that Ned's primary win (lets face it, Joe is a loser and should have that asterisk we give Bush next to his name) empowered the net/grass root Dems win this time.

No one could energize the base like you guys did, no one. You made people believe and we did, and we grew. Ned I was praying for you and I truly hope that you will not take this defeat, (you were not defeated by the Dems), and move on, you are truly a great asset to WE THE PEOPLE.

You challenged an established (ment) leader and beat him head on, only to be betrayed by a sheep in wolves clothing.

Ned, don't give up the fight, we never gave up on you!

[LynzM]

1. I don't think Ned's giving up any time soon...

From my inbox, this afternoon:

Dear Lindsay,

We didn't win, but we made a difference; tomorrow we start again. Don't stop now, we're just beginning. It starts with one person standing up and speaking out, and then a lot of people, powered by grassroots and netroots and a passion to do better. That's what I heard all over the state: we can do better.

The last week of the campaign was so heartening, traveling the state in a big old campaign bus stopping by hot dog stands and rallies and, finally, polling stations. The bus sang out a little Marley or U2 as we wheeled into some of the towns and folks responded with hi fives and big grins. Kids ran up and shouted, "And so do we!" They responded to a fun, positive message of hope and I loved the fact that we won the overwhelming majority of the votes in the mock school elections around the state. And then on election day, there you were, standing in the rain at the polling stations into the evening waiting for the last of the voters to straggle in.

We worked our hearts out; it's ironic that our message of change did not carry the day in Connecticut but it helped spark a sea change in Congress. Let's make sure they act boldly: bring our troops home from Iraq to the hero's welcome they deserve, invest in our kids, invest in clean energy, universal healthcare, a government that respects our constitution, our right to privacy, and shows respect for other nations and cultures. We will be a stronger and better nation for it.

Peace,

Ned

:bounce:

[I_Make_Mistakes]

2. Woohoo! I am not from CT, but I saw how Ned energized us!

I (prayed for his win) was shocked at his win, because, wow he took on a biggie. He is awesome, but the next time, we have to pay the freight, if you know what I mean.

I never contributed to a campaign before 2004, because it revulsed me to think we have buy our own Democracy. Well, things and priorities change the more you know.

Ned, thanks from my heart, and next time count me on your contributers list!

[Liberalgirl788]

3. Ditto

Ned made a great run and should be proud. I am so upset we are stuck with Joe for 6 more years. Joe may want to call himself a Democrat but he's not one in my book. Ned in 2012 for Senate!