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 It is the Day That Will Define the Rest of Our Lives

November 4th, 2008 by Stephen C. Maxwell

It is here. After months and months of planning, fundraising, and incredible effort, we have finally arrived at the moment that will change the political history of our country. It is the day to which we have dedicated our hearts and souls. It is also the day that will produce the victories we have dreamed of all our lives.

Consider these numbers: more than 466,000 Tarrant County voters cast early votes. That is nearly 50 percent of all of the registered voters in the county. IT IS THE HIGHEST PERCENTAGE OF EARLY VOTES CAST IN ANY OF THE 5 LARGEST COUNTIES IN TEXAS. It is also only about 30,000 votes shy of the total number of early votes cast in Dallas County. From all appearances, the huge increase in the number of early votes cast can be attributed to the turnout of voters who are likely to be voting Democratic. If that is true, things are looking very good for our Party and our candidates.

Things look good. You can feel the hope intensifying. This is going to happen. But we face a dedicated, well funded adversary. We cannot let up even the tiniest bit. We must now focus all of our effort into getting out the people who haven’t already voted—and making sure that they vote the straight Democratic ticket.

If you have the time, we still can use Poll Greeters and Poll Watchers. Call us at 817-335-8683 and let us know when you would be available. If you haven’t already gone through training, we will give you a Crash Course on how to be a Poll Greeter or a Poll Watcher - it’s not difficult, and it can make such a huge difference in the way undecided voters end up casting their votes. Please try to get here early!

At the end of the day tomorrow, a celebration years in the making will begin. We want everyone who has dreamed of this day to join us. It will take place at the Fort Worth Hilton, which is located at the corner of 8th and Main across from the Convention Center. All of our Tarrant County candidates will be there to share this special moment with us. There is no charge for admission, and there will be a cash bar. Things get started at 8, and you are encouraged to arrive early, light snacks will be available. We expect to fill the Hilton to capacity and have two overflow sites, Embargo and the Pour House. It will be something you will remember for the rest of your lives. Please join us for an unforgettable night.