WA-08

Thank you so much for inviting me here. I’m glad to have the chance to chat with you about my campaign for Congress and the role that young people can play in America’s future. I am running for Congress because I want to create the best America – and the best world – we can leave for future generations. It is important that we quickly and responsibly end the war in Iraq to bring our troops home safely. We can then use the much needed resources to stimulate the economy by investing in clean energy technologies and other infrastructure that will make this country stronger.

My campaign has been working hard to engage young voters using traditional campaign means – calling & canvassing them – as well as using newer technologies. I am especially proud of and grateful for my online supporters who have been active in my campaign. These supporters have, among other things, helped to propel me to the top of the Democrats Work contest to bring General Wes Clark to Washington State to help with a community service project. (I hope you can also take a minute after this live blog to vote for me at www.democratswork.org)

I was asked to speak about young voters and their impact in the elections, but I am of course, willing to address any questions you may have.