I saw two great Oregonians this week.

Jim Rassmann was in Medford on Thursday to push back against the Dumbya desperation visit. General Merrill "Tony" McPeak flew his own plane to Medford on Friday. It was a visit that local Veterans for Kerry had arranged months ago, but it had the effect of giving us a very eloquent last word in this highly charged week. The article in today's Mail Tribune was stunning.

http://www.mailtribune.com/archive/2004/1016/local/stories/07local.htm

The web version of the McPeak story doesn't do it justice. The print version dominates Page Two with a lead-in banner and color picture at the top of Page 1. The headline really grabs your attention and the picture is huge. Later on in the paper there is color photo of one of the veterans at the event. People start receiving their ballots today and this story will have a big impact. I have always been proud to be an Oregonian, but today i am positively glowing with pride.

I saw Rassmann here in Florence about a month ago. He's a neat guy, very friendly and approachable. Tells a great story too. Hope this all makes a difference. Did you know Jackson County gave more money to Dems than Pubs this year? Saw it on the campaign funding site that I can't remember the name of right now. So maybe things are looking brighter than we know!

I too am proud to be an Oregonian--have been ever since my spouse (a native-born Oregonian) imported me 36 years ago. Doubly proud now, knowing McPeak and Rassman have joined our ranks. Sincerely hope OR goes for Kerry!

DEFEAT BUSH!!