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10/28/2008 2:58:11 PM   

Third debate now online

Posted by: Stu Wulsin

On Sunday, Oct 26, Vic debated Jean Schmidt for the third time.

Watch the Debate to hear Vic's plans for making government accountable to the people again.
 

 
 

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10/23/2008 11:46:56 AM   

Debate Count: 2 - 0

Posted by: Stu Wulsin

Vic had her second debate last night on WCET. Just like the first debate, Vic clearly dominated, expressing the need for honest leadership and accountable government.

 

Watch Vic's outstanding performance here.

 

Missed the first debate? You can watch it here.

 
 

 
 

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10/15/2008 10:37:16 AM   

Volunteers for Vic Speak Out!

Posted by: Kevin Franck

Everyone knows the Wulsin for Congress campaign has the hardest working, most dedicated corps of volunteers. But until now, nobody knew what motivated these tireless citizens to spend their precious time making government accountable to the people again. Read below for the inside scoop, including never-before-seen photographs of volunteers in action. If you like what you see, click here to join this elite group.

 

"I know that we need leaders who tell the truth.  Vic has the intelligence, compassion, and energy that will enable her to influence the course of our nation for the better.  I couldn't have picked a better use of my time than helping her get to Washington." -- Mary Glazer

 

"Vic is dedicated to making quality healthcare available and affordable for all and is people-oriented not corporation driven." –Tina Herald

 

"There is one big reason why I'm supporting Dr. Victoria W. Wulsin in this year's congressional race in the 2nd district of Ohio. Jean Schmidt has been an embarrassment to the district and has not represented her constituents in her congressional votes." – Richard Manoukian


Victoria  stands up for me, so I decided to try and help because I love what my country used to be – the land of the free and the home of the brave."  Zeke Zimmer


"I volunteer on the Wulsin for Congress campaign because I think Vic will represent me well in Washington.  She believes in the things I think are important.  I don't feel we have a Representative who cares about the 2nd District anymore.  I will vote again for Vic Wulsin because she represents what I think is important for our country." – Beth Charlton

 

Volunteers pose with the candidate after a parade


 

Staying dry on the Fourth of July


 

Volunteers turn the campaign office into a sign making factory


 


 


 

Volunteers putting together a mailing to send to voters


 
 

 
 

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6/27/2008 2:41:03 PM   

Meet the Interns

Posted by: Stu Wulsin


The Wulsin for Congress campaign has a terrific team of summer interns.

 

Samantha


Age: 21

Hometown: Indian Hill

Why I support Vic: She puts the interests and well-being of the Ohio families before all political issues, which is reflected in her desire to reform the health care system

When not working for change in the 2nd District: Attends Kenyon College

Favorite non-political activities: Soccer, reading, and hiking

 



Nick


Age: 22

Hometown: Dent

When not working for change in the 2nd District: Studies Political Science at the University of Cincinnati

Favorite non-political activities: Computing, basketball, and spending too much time reading/watching things about politics

 



Nate


Age: 20

Hometown: Indian Hill

Why I support Vic: I think she can help figure out the mess in Iraq

When I'm not working for change in the 2nd District: Attends University of Richmond

Favorite non-political activities: Reds baseball and Ultimate Frisbee

 

Seth


Age: 18

Hometown: Symmes Township

Why I support Vic: I think that we need to protect and create good jobs here in Ohio's Second District

When I'm not working for change in the 2nd District: Will be attending Tufts University in the fall

Favorite non-political activities: Tennis, traveling

 



Quinlan

 

Age: 19

Hometown: Billings, MT

Why I support Vic: We need more people in Congress who will tell the truth, even when it's inconvenient.

When I'm not campaigning in the 2nd District: Student at Yale University

Favorite non-political activities: Being with friends
 

 
 

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6/20/2008 1:53:51 PM   

We have a Democratic district on our hands

Posted by: Stu Wulsin

OH-2 Goes From Red to Blue

Democrats Claim Majority in Former Republican Stronghold  

 

Cincinnati, OH - Though it was once considered a Republican stronghold, Democrats now outnumber Republicans in Ohio's second congressional district.

New data from Ohio Secretary of State Jennifer Bruner's office indicate that there are 126,739 Democrats in the district and 121,660 Republicans. Since March 4, 2008, Democratic registration has risen 129% with the most populated counties, Hamilton, Clermont and Warren, experiencing the most significant gains. In Hamilton County there were nearly twice as many Republicans as Democrats before this year's primary. Now, Democrats outnumber Republicans by almost 10,000 voters in the district's population center.

"After the March 4th primary, we knew that a greater number of Democratic ballots were pulled than Republican ballots, but now it is clear that the entire character of the district has changed," said Wulsin Campaign Field Director David Margolis. "Democrats now represent 51% of party-affiliated voters in the second district."

"The number of committed Democrats in the second district has more than doubled since March, turning what had been an overwhelming Republican advantage into a Democratic majority." Margolis added. "All momentum is on the side of Democrats whose registration numbers have increased exponentially this year."

Under Ohio law, counties are required to report voter registration data to the Secretary of State's office once a month. Data from Warren County were obtained by the Warren County Democratic Party from the board of elections. 10 precincts in Warren County split votes between the 2nd and 3rd congressional districts.

 

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11/27/2007   

Super Volunteers

Posted by: Josh Levin

Super Volunteers

With 98 days remaining before the Democratic primary in the 2nd Congressional District, the Wulsin campaign is going full speed ahead.

On Tuesday evening, November 27, eighteen dedicated volunteers showed up at the headquarters in Anderson Twp. to perform a number of activities including phone calls, addressing letters, and more to aid the Wulsin campaign achieve victory in the March primary election.

Volunteers enjoyed the company of campaign staff, the candidate, and other likeminded individuals working towards a common cause. Volunteer efforts to support Vic’s candidacy will continue through this election and onward into general election campaign this fall. Additional volunteers are always needed and appreciated. Volunteer activities are varied and tailored to an individual’s talents and capabilities so there is something for everyone to do and still have a good time. 
 

 
 

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11/19/2007   

Happy Thanksgiving

Posted by: Vic Wulsin

This week, Americans are preparing to celebrate with their family and friends and share the simplest blessing a meal with the people we love. I've spent time with thousands of families in Ohio's 2nd District, and over the last year I've spoken to more and more of them who have been personally affected by the mortgage crisis sweeping the United States.

I was inspired to see that, last week, the House of Representatives passed the Mortgage Reform and Anti-Predatory Lending Act (HR 3915). This bill provides lenders with a set of national standards and helps ensure that the dream of home ownership doesn't become a nightmare.

The bill passed by a wide margin, 291-127, as 64 Republicans broke ranks and voted with Democrats to fix a problem that strikes at the heart of the American Dream. But Rep. Jean Schmidt voted against the bill.

We need real change in Washington. I support this bipartisan, common sense effort to rein in an industry that has spun out of control, and would have voted for it. I believe we must protect all Americans from unfair and predatory lending practices.

We know what's happening in our neighborhoods and towns. According to Malia Rulon of The Enquirer, "Ohio ranked fifth in the nation for foreclosures in the past three months, and Cincinnati had one foreclosure per 145 households. A quick search on Yahoo shows 2,103 foreclosures in Cincinnati alone, and a shocking 75 in Jean Schmidt's home town of Loveland, OH, population under 12,000.

What do Jean Schmidt's neighbors think of her voting against them?

Unlike Rep. Schmidt, Republican Senator George Voinovich knows that this is an important issue, saying that "Ohioans can no longer wait while Congress fails to act." [Cincinnati Enquirer, 11/16/07.]

We need to stand up for our hard working families, not the Wall Street insiders who made billions when times were good and are now looking for a government bailout. Maybe she's listening to the developers who have supported her political career.

Some, including Rep. Schmidt's friends in the White House, have attacked the bill by claiming that it will restrict access to the borrowing and make it harder to participate in an ownership society. I have one question for Jean Schmidt: isn't it Congress' job to protect families who save up and buy a home in good faith and then lose it because the system was rigged from the start against them?
 

 
 

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11/19/2007   

Happy Thanksgiving

Posted by: Vic Wulsin

This week, Americans are preparing to celebrate with their family and friends and share the simplest blessing a meal with the people we love. I’ve spent time with thousands of families in Ohio’s 2nd District, and over the last year I’ve spoken to more and more of them who have been personally affected by the mortgage crisis sweeping the United States.

I was inspired to see that, last week, the House of Representatives passed the Mortgage Reform and Anti-Predatory Lending Act (HR 3915). This bill provides lenders with a set of national standards and helps ensure that the dream of home ownership doesn’t become a nightmare.

The bill passed by a wide margin, 291-127, as 64 Republicans broke ranks and voted with Democrats to fix a problem that strikes at the heart of the American Dream. But Rep. Jean Schmidt voted against the bill.

We need real change in Washington. I support this bipartisan, common sense effort to rein in an industry that has spun out of control, and would have voted for it. I believe we must protect all Americans from unfair and predatory lending practices.

We know what’s happening in our neighborhoods and towns. According to Malia Rulon of The Enquirer, “Ohio ranked fifth in the nation for foreclosures in the past three months, and Cincinnati had one foreclosure per 145 households. A quick search on Yahoo shows 2,103 foreclosures in Cincinnati alone, and a shocking 75 in Jean Schmidt’s home town of Loveland, OH, population under 12,000.

What do Jean Schmidt’s neighbors think of her voting against them?

Unlike Rep. Schmidt, Republican Senator George Voinovich knows that this is an important issue, saying that "Ohioans can no longer wait while Congress fails to act." [Cincinnati Enquirer, 11/16/07.]

We need to stand up for our hard working families, not the Wall Street insiders who made billions when times were good and are now looking for a government bailout. Maybe she’s listening to the developers who have supported her political career.

Some, including Rep. Schmidt’s friends in the White House, have attacked the bill by claiming that it will restrict access to the borrowing and