Franker, Race Closer Than Ever, Receives Kucinich Endorsement
Former
presidential candidate Congressman Dennis Kucinich has officially
endorsed Dave Franker in his run for U.S. House. Kucinich joins
Democratic Action PAC (DAPAC) and Democracy for Iowa in his endorsement
of Dave Franker for Congress in Iowa’s Congressional District 2
(Johnson and Linn counties, amongst others).
These
endorsements come at a crucial time in the Franker campaign, as Dave
gains momentum in his bid to more accurately represent the 2nd
district’s interests. The 2nd district race has been rated the
best chance for a Democratic pick up in the Midwest by Campaigns &
Elections Magazine, with Leach favored just 10 to 9 to win. This
rating isn’t an anomaly either. When the D.C. Political Report
issued its ratings of congressional races across the country, Franker
vs. Leach received a four star rating out of a possible five.
Five stars means the race is a total tossup, and one star means the
race might as well be over. There are only 17 five star races
across the country, which means that Dave’s grassroots campaign has
vaulted him into the top 20 closest races nationwide.
The most
important upcoming event is this Sunday, from 2 pm to 4 pm, at Devotay
Restaurant in Iowa City. Former Iowa House Minority Leader Dick
Myers will be hosting a fundraiser for Dave, with a suggested
contribution of $25. Everyone is welcome, even if you don’t plan
on donating. Click here to find other Franker for Congress events.
The
Franker for Congress campaign will also be running phone banks every
night between 6 pm and 9 pm. This is crucial free voter
contact. If you have any questions about volunteering, contact
Ben at ben@frankerforcongress.com, or at (319) 337-9396.
To learn more about Dave Franker, click here or here. To contribute to his campaign, click here.
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While this is exciting, I'm not sure how wise it is to advertise a rating that predicts Dave LOSING this race. Just a thought.
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Well, this is more like giving odds than it is a prediction. Knowing the race is very close means that, for example, a huge absentee ballot push in the district could make all the difference and turn the race one way or the other. And, the Franker campaign asked us to publicize it. 😉
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