I'm running!!

by Marian Harris [courtesy of Blog for America]

To all my friends...

I have been overwhelmed by the number of folks who have asked me to reconsider my decision not to run for the 19th HD. Such a display of support – and the support showed me during the 2006 race- has made me change my mind. So….

I’m running! Frankly, I'm delighted!! I so enjoyed my run last year and really feel I have something to contribute to our district and to the State of Ohio.

Governor Strickland has proven to be a great Governor and leader in our state. I want to build on the sincere, effective agenda he has set out to turn around Ohio and make Ohio a prosperous state for our economy, our children and our families.
 
This will be a tough race but we can win it. I need your help – as supporters, as donors, as spokespeople and as colleagues. I'll be looking for organizers in all the communities in my District - Westerville, New Albany, Reynoldsburg, Canal Winchester, Groveport, etc. If you're willing to work with me in these areas, please let me know.
 
Most importantly, winning this seat will take money. I raised over $43,000 last time mostly with hundreds of small donations. Please consider donating to my campaign either by mail or online, so I can run the most effective campaign possible.
 
You were behind me in 2006…. please join my team in 2008. I'll be sending
out more information about ways you can help in the coming weeks. In the meantime, sign up to volunteer, send a check, tell your friends in the 19th HD. Right now, raising money is our first priority but there will be lots to do as November 2008 approaches. Together we can take this seat and turn around Ohio.
 
Marian