I ran as a Green for US House of Representatives. District: 1st Congressional District State: Mississippi Election Day: Tuesday, November 4, 2008 Election Results: Not Elected
My Latest Blog
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Swelling Jefferson's Sails
If I should need to name, O Western World, your powerfulest scene and show,
'Twould not be you, Niagara—nor you, ye limitless prairies—nor
your huge rifts of canyons, Colorado,
Nor you, Yosemite—nor Yellowstone, with all its spasmic
geyser-loops ascending to the skies, appearing and disappearing,
Nor Oregon's white cones—nor Huron's belt of mighty lakes—nor
Mississippi's stream:
—This seething hemisphere's humanity, as now, I'd name—the still
small voice vibrating—America's choosing day,
(The heart of it not in the chosen—the act itself the main, the
quadriennial choosing,)
The stretch of North and South arous'd—sea-board and inland—
Texas to Maine—the Prairie States—Vermont, Virginia, California,
The final ballot-shower from East to West—the paradox and conflict,
The countless snow-flakes falling—(a swordless conflict,
Yet more than all Rome's wars of old, or modern Napoleon's:) the
peaceful choice of all,
Or good or ill humanity—welcoming the darker odds, the dross:
—Foams and ferments the wine? >...
Worked in biomedical research and development. Named inventor on 7 US Patents.
Entrepreneur---founded a small business in 1998, currently consult in DNA forensics
Educator---teach biology, physical science, and anatomy & physiology at Itawamba Community College, Fulton, MS
Small farmer---grew and marketed free-range eggs, pastured poultry, vegetables
Important Issues:
1. End the war in Iraq. Give our veterans the respect and support they deserve. Almost 4,000 Americans have died in Iraq...more than were killed on 9-11. Yet, America is less secure. Bring our soldiers home now.
2. Withdraw from NAFTA and other free-trade agreements that fail to protect American jobs. Corporations have benefited from these agreements, but working Americans have lost.
3. Healthcare for all Americans. No American should live in fear of an illness that bankrupts them or forces them to lose their homes or property. Canada, Britain, and France have national healthcare. America can learn from these existing systems and design one that is right for the US.
4. Establish energy independence for America. Emphasize conservation and renewables. On Jan. 2, 2008, the price of oil hit $100/barrel for the first time. It is time we stop tax breaks for oil and coal and started using solar and wind.
Why Vote For Me:
I make one and only one promise to you in this campaign: If you elect me to represent you in Washington, my door will always be open. I will never forget that I report to you, not the other way around. I will convene public meetings in every part of this district where you can share your concerns with me face-to-face.
Thank you.
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