Thanks to President Obama, Everyday is a Campaign
Mon, 29 Jun 2009, 16:08:08 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ElectionMall launches new social media tools - great for candidates from school board to President. As technology continues to drive political participation at all levels, the need for the latest tools makes all the difference as candidates, from the school board to the White House, look to engage voters, raise money and win on Election Day.

LegalizeFerrets.org's YouTube Video Contest - Voting Starts June 29th through July 4th
Mon, 29 Jun 2009, 14:51:09 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LA MESA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LegalizeFerrets.org, an organization of people interested in legalizing ferrets in California, is conducting their second annual YouTube Video Contest. Nine videos have been entered and the only prize is $500 cash. Legalize Ferrets is conducting an Environmental Impact Report as required from the California Department of Fish and Game. Their mailing list and support continue to grow and the video contest is a great expression of the hope, pain and fear California ferret enthusiasts live with.

Louisiana Libertarian Senatorial Candidate Speaks Out
Mon, 22 Jun 2009, 12:18:50 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MANDEVILLE, La. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Louisiana's Libertarian Party Senatorial Candidate Anthony 'Tony G' Gentile told supporters on Sunday not to fret about the lack of attention from the press. Jokingly he told friends and supporters, 'If I take my shirt off to win votes I'll actually lose votes, my belly's too big! I also have no need to seek out a madam.'

Brewer Petitions White House for 'Beer Nutrition Czar' Position
Fri, 12 Jun 2009, 12:13:06 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
CHICAGO, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Publisher Bob Skilnik, president of Gambrinus Media, announced his candidacy today for the role of United States 'Beer Nutrition Czar.' President Obama might soon be looking for another Czar who can help clarify the innumerable misconceptions about beer's historic role as a beverage of moderation, hopes Skilnik (although he has little faith that the President won't be able to resist saying 'more taxes' and 'beer' in the same sentence).

ElectionMall CEO Applauds President's Creation of Cyber Czar Position
Fri, 29 May 2009, 17:18:36 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ever since ElectionMall was first established in 1999, Ravi Singh has relentlessly reminded politicians - from school board to presidential - about how integral election security is to prevent cyber attacks. Even though the advantages of online election security are so obvious, campaigns of all levels are shockingly lackadaisical in implementing adequate protection for their websites and databases.

DepthPR Adds Public Policy Strategy and Communications Services Partnering with DC-based Public Affairs Veteran Brent Gilroy
Wed, 20 May 2009, 13:41:24 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
ATLANTA, Ga., May 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Depth Public Relations LLC, a full-service public relations and marketing provider for the financial services industry, now offers the services of public affairs veteran Brent Gilroy, a Washington, DC-based consultant for issues-related strategy, guidance and services. The collaboration serves community institutions, mortgage lenders, technology and services providers, and grassroots affordable housing initiatives that want to become better informed and more effective.

Former Gubernatorial Candidate Announces Run for U.S. Senate
Mon, 18 May 2009, 13:29:15 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MANDEVILLE, La., May 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- From his campaign headquarters in Mandeville, Louisiana Anthony 'Tony G' Gentile announced his candidacy for U.S. Senator. He'll be running as an Independent. Gentile advertises himself as a conservative but is willing to listen to all that present sound high impact ideas that will benefit our country.

Historic European Election Website to Help Increase Participation
Mon, 11 May 2009, 15:59:06 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The complete voting records of MEPs are being made accessible online for the first time with the launch of a new website aimed at promoting better debates and greater transparency in EU decision-making. 'This is an historic opportunity and launch for Europe. Citizens from every country will be able to actively engage with MEP's in a way that only the internet can provide. ElectionMall has seen similar projects in the USA but to be involved at the ground level is truly an honor,' said Ravi Singh, CEO of ElectionMall.

Obama Creating One World Government Pronounces Pastor Craig X Rubin
Tue, 14 Apr 2009, 17:39:03 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., April 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- President Obama at the recent G20 Summit took on the role of World President and according to Pastor Rubin the start of a global government. Pastor Rubin, a recent candidate for mayor in Los Angeles asserts Obama is against marijuana because he is part of the New World Order. But the NY Post maintains, 'The economy has gone to pot. With the nation's fiscal health in the tank, homegrown marijuana operations have soared by 60 percent.'

'Checkoff California Month' Declared to Encourage Californians to Make a Difference at Tax Time
Thu, 05 Mar 2009, 12:52:57 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- To remind Californians how simple it is to make a contribution to one or more of the fifteen charitable funds participating in the state's voluntary tax check-off program, the month of March has been declared Checkoff California Month. 'Our Golden State is home to countless generous people dedicated to making a difference,' stated California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger in his message for Checkoff California Month.

Put Down The Bong Pick Up The Ballot Says Los Angeles Mayoral Candidate
Tue, 03 Mar 2009, 20:02:42 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With 3 hours left to vote in California's least-watched major election, pastor Craig X. Rubin is reaching out to Los Angeles' 420 community and asking them to, 'Put down the bong and pick up the ballot.' He told supporters, 'In the remaining hours call a friend and get out the vote.' This election is going to have a historically low turnout and a few thousand stoners could win it for Pastor Rubin of the Family Church in Pasadena.

'Last on the Ballot, First in Your Heart' Craig Rubin's Catchy Slogan in Los Angeles' Mayor Election to Guide Him to Victory
Mon, 02 Mar 2009, 19:40:13 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With ten candidates running for mayor Tuesday March 3rd in this year's election - and most people thinking the mayor is sure to win again - one candidate, Pastor Craig X Rubin, is predicting a big upset and he explains why. 'We are the only campaign with a positive base of support. The lying mayor is running on safety (the city isn't safer) and my best opponent is running on an anti-Latino campaign in the largest Latino city in the world, outside of Mexico City.'

Medical Marijuana Author Endorses Craig X Rubin for Mayor
Tue, 24 Feb 2009, 14:49:54 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dennis Peron, the senior citizen who wrote Proposition P back in 1991, says, Vote for Craig Rubin. Proposition P was the nation's first medical marijuana legislation and has inspired national change. When it was introduced 80-percent of the voters in California's county and city supported medical use. Since then nearly two dozen states have legalized marijuana for medical purposes. Dennis Peron, the man who started the medical marijuana movement, has come out in support of Mayoral candidate Craig X Rubin.

Fox News Joins Major News Organizations Promoting Marijuana Candidate with Air Time for Craig Rubin
Wed, 18 Feb 2009, 19:00:04 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Craig Rubin, candidate for mayor in the City of Los Angeles, is certainly happy that Michael Phelps is not going to be prosecuted, but is still organizing an international boycott against Kellogg's. He is even happier that marijuana seems to be the subject d'jour the month before the L.A. Mayoral election. Rubin, who recently has become a fixture on Los Angeles television and radio, is the off-beat candidate challenging the current mayor in 'The City of Angels.'

International Boycott of Kellogg's Products Called for Over Michael Phelps Firing
Wed, 11 Feb 2009, 15:44:43 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Millions of Americas are currently unemployed with hundreds of thousands being added to the unemployment roles monthly. Michael Phelps is obviously not unemployed, but he has been fired by Kellogg's as their spokesman. Pastor Craig X Rubin, candidate for mayor in the City of Los Angeles, is calling for an international boycott of all Kellogg's products as a result of his firing.

Obama is Powerless Over DEA Says Candidate Craig Rubin
Mon, 09 Feb 2009, 20:34:27 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The pro-medical marijuana candidate said, 'While the DEA is raiding local marijuana facilities against the wishes of President Barack Obama our mayor says nothing. When I am Mayor I'll protect patients and clubs.' L.A.'s current mayor has ducked debating candidate Craig X Rubin who is challenging him for another term as leader of the City of Angels.

Marijuana Leads to Harder Things Says Mayoral Candidate as He Gains in Polls
Fri, 06 Feb 2009, 11:33:45 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Law enforcement has said marijuana leads to hard things. Pastor Craig X Rubin, candidate for L.A.'s mayor race, agrees, 'Barack Obama wrote that he smoked marijuana. The Super Bowl MVP smoked pot, the greatest Olympian of all time, the world's highest paid actor and some of the world's top educators have all smoked grass, so by looking at these results one can conclude that marijuana does lead to harder things....like a leadership position in your chosen field.'

Marijuana in the News Propels Craig Rubin to New Highs in Los Angeles Mayor's Race
Wed, 04 Feb 2009, 13:28:53 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Three months ago Super Bowl MVP Santonio Holmes was cited for marijuana possession, Olympian Michael Phelps outed with a bong, brother of Barack Obama jailed for possessing one joint of cannabis, so marijuana has been in the news a lot this week. One candidate for the officer of Mayor of Los Angeles in the upcoming election is hoping the trend continues. Craig Rubin says, 'Marijuana is the way out of the economic crisis. Here in California, marijuana is the number one cash crop.'

Craig Rubin in Mayor's Election Agrees with Barack Obama
Tue, 27 Jan 2009, 12:02:07 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The War on Drugs has been an utter failure. We need to rethink and decriminalize our marijuana laws, said President Barack Obama January 21, 2004. This quote comes from a video being passed via YouTube.com We need to rethink how we are doing the Drug War. Currently we are not doing a good job. Out of the wide group of candidates running for public office in California, one particular candidate - Craig X Rubin - stands out from the field because he claims legalizing marijuana will create jobs.

Craig Rubin in Tabloids with Brad Pitt Closing in on Villaraigosa in Mayor Race
Fri, 16 Jan 2009, 19:01:58 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Jan. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Craig Rubin has been receiving more national coverage than other challengers to Villaraigosa in this year's election. This week appearing in Globe Magazine, in an article with Brad Pitt. Rubin promotes more water for Los Angeles' growth, getting the federal government out of local law enforcement and lowering taxes; but he is making a name for himself as a national politician with a pro-marijuana background. The majority of his contributions coming from out-of-state via the website.

Pro-Marijuana Mayoral Candidate Craig X Rubin Looks for Jesse Ventura Style Victory
Tue, 16 Dec 2008, 14:35:25 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Major papers are saying that there is no competition for Villaraigosa's mayoral job. Especially considering that he is sitting on a huge financial war chest. Will that fact and the fact he is planning to run for Governor while not having accomplished much hinder him? Pastor Rubin says, 'Yes' and looks for Ventura style victory. (VIDEO - VNR)

ElectionMall Campaign Headquarters Becomes the Biggest Election Night Party in DC
Fri, 31 Oct 2008, 14:51:20 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Where will you be on Election Night? A good bet would be at ElectionMall's Campaign Headquarters, the Ultrabar just blocks away from the White House and Capitol. Celebrate this Election Night 2008 with celebrities, ambassadors from nine countries, friends and colleagues, professionals young and old alike and possibly your very own congressmen. Everyone is welcome whether Democrat, Republican or Independent.

New Children's Book Lets Kids Know 'Mama Voted for Obama!'
Wed, 22 Oct 2008, 17:41:02 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MADISON, Wis., Oct. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Building on the success of 'Why Mommy is a Democrat' and 'Why Daddy is a Democrat,' author and political activist Jeremy Zilber announces the release of his third self-published children's book, 'Mama Voted for Obama!' (ISBN: 978-0-9786688-2-2). With its Seuss-like use of repetition, rhythm, and rhyme, Mama Voted for Obama offers a whimsical celebration of Obama's historic presidential campaign while providing his supporters an entertaining way to let their kids know how they voted in 2008.

Farrell Appointed to Alabama Iron and Steel Council
Tue, 07 Oct 2008, 18:51:53 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ANNISTON, Ala., Oct. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Alabama Governor Bob Riley has appointed Jim Farrell, President of Blastcrete Equipment Co. in Anniston, Alabama, to the Alabama Iron & Steel Council. With the completion of the ThyssenKrupp plant in Mobile, the state of Alabama is expected to become the second largest steel producer in the U.S. by 2010.

Ron Paul Style Politician, Craig X Rubin, Running for Mayor of Los Angeles Gives Press Conference
Wed, 01 Oct 2008, 17:00:56 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Oct. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Craig X Rubin held a press conference at the Los Angeles Press Club Monday evening, September 29th, to announce his plans as the next Mayor of the City of Los Angeles. In the next election he detailed how he planned to go after the current Mayor at his base. Despite being a 'white boy' from the Westside, Candidate Rubin is a fluent Spanish speaker, who even ad-libbed some Spanish in a guest appearance he made on Showtime's hit series 'Weeds' starring Kevin Nealon and Mary-Louis Parker.

WiseUSA '08 - A Global Meditation Program Aimed at Influencing the American Election
Tue, 30 Sep 2008, 16:59:49 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Sept. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gaiafield Center for Subtle Activism (GCSA), sponsored by the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS), announces the launch of WiseUSA '08, a non-partisan, free global meditation and prayer program to run from October 1st to November 6th 2008, designed to draw forth wise leadership from both politicians and citizens during and beyond the U.S. presidential election. (VIDEO - VNR)

City of Angels a Heavenly Place to Live Promises Pastor When Elected Mayor of Los Angeles
Fri, 26 Sep 2008, 15:55:25 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Sept. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Media Advisory: Press Conference -- Controversial religious leader, and now Los Angeles Mayoral candidate, Pastor Craig X Rubin of the Family Church (formerly of Temple 420), is taking questions from the press and public in an open interview press conference as he announces his candidacy for Mayor of the City of Los Angeles. (VIDEO - VNR)

Keep Raising Money Online and Spend It All By November 4 Says ElectionMall CEO
Thu, 11 Sep 2008, 18:01:32 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ElectionMall's CEO and Founder, Ravi Singh, will reveal industry secrets on winning this election through the strategic use of the Internet in tomorrow's Campaigns and Elections one day seminar. Singh will discuss what campaigns must do in the last 45 days before Election Day in order to win. ElectionMall's topic is 'Effectively Using the Internet in the Final Days' from 2:45 to 3:45.

Texas Artist Shows Support for Barack Obama by Designing Jewelry Line
Mon, 08 Sep 2008, 19:46:59 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
FREDERICKSBURG, Texas, Sept. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jonas Perkins, a sculptor from Fredericksburg, Texas, announced today that he decided to show his support for Barack Obama through the medium that he knows best, metal. He has designed a unique line of sterling silver jewelry that features Obama's best known campaign slogans Yes We Can and Change You Can Count On. The line includes several styles of earrings, a pendant, and a lapel pin.

LocaModa Interactive Social Media Platform Used to Inspire Public Policy Debates at Both DNC and RNC
Wed, 27 Aug 2008, 18:47:44 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LocaModa, a technology company connecting brands, digital out-of-home networks and venues to audiences through location-centric social media, today announced their partnership with Outburst Tour, a series of multi-city interactive forums addressing pressing public policy challenges through innovative 'new school' solutions.

Savannah Economic Development Authority brings Savannah to Atlanta Sept. 2
Wed, 27 Aug 2008, 12:11:41 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga., Aug. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Savannah Economic Development Authority is bringing Savannah to Atlanta to launch its newly restructured Web site, seda.org, on Tuesday, Sept. 2. The event will showcase the best of Savannah including its resources, talent and quality of life.

Ultimate Republican Trivia Book Released by Marshall Rand Publishing
Tue, 19 Aug 2008, 11:10:34 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ROYAL OAK, Mich. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- More than fifty-five million Americans proudly call themselves Republicans. However, many individuals support political parties without fully understanding the history behind them. Author and historian Scott Paul Frush wants to shed light on one of the parties that has made a difference in this country by examining its rich history in the book, 'Ultimate Republican Trivia: 1001 Fun and Fascinating Facts' (ISBN: 978-0974437415, Marshall Rand Publishing).

Foothills Community Partnership Fund Established in Collaboration with the Community Foundation of Calhoun County
Wed, 09 Jul 2008, 11:26:50 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ANNISTON, Ala., July 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Foothills Community Partnership (FCP) officially presented a charitable contribution of $500,000 to the Community Foundation of Calhoun County at a celebration this afternoon. The gift establishes the Foothills Community Partnership Fund, which will be administered and guided by the Community Foundation of Calhoun County to address critical human-care needs in the greater community.

Greg Conlon Believes U.S. Fiscal Policies Need to Change and Federal Government Expenses Need to be Cut 10-Percent
Thu, 19 Jun 2008, 17:03:32 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN CARLOS, Calif., June 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Greg Conlon, recently elected in the June Primary Election as the Republican Candidate for U.S. Congress in California's 12th District, believes Congress and the country's fiscal policies need to change to strengthen the value of the dollar and significantly decrease oil and gasoline prices in the U. S. The 12th District includes most of San Mateo County and the Southwestern portion of the City of San Francisco.

Ga. Secretary of State Karen C. Handel to Address Georgia Association of Business Brokers
Thu, 19 Jun 2008, 13:00:18 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga., June 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Georgia Secretary of State Karen C. Handel, the state's first Republican to hold the office, will speak at the Tuesday, June 24, regular monthly meeting of the Georgia Association of Business Brokers, Inc. (GABB), a statewide group with almost 200 members.

NewsChannel 5's Troubleshooter Stories Prompt New Bill to Protect Ohio Homeowners
Wed, 11 Jun 2008, 19:16:01 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
CLEVELAND, Ohio, June 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NewsChannel 5 Troubleshooter Joe Pagonakis is making a difference! His stories about problems between northeast Ohioans and their home improvement contractors have led to new legislation designed to protect home owners throughout the state. Pagonakis' stories caught the attention of State Senator Bob Spada (R-North Royalton), who today passed Senate Bill 275, legislation which would provide stronger consumer protections against home improvement contractors who defraud Ohio homeowners.

Environmentally Minded Developer Appointed to Oversight Board of Controversial Landfill
Mon, 02 Jun 2008, 19:58:49 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Los Angeles business leader and environmental sustainability advocate David S. Honda has been appointed to the Sunshine Canyon Landfill Local Enforcement Agency (SCL-LEA). SCL-LEA is a recently created joint powers authority (JPA) formed in part to adjudicate operating issues surrounding the controversial urban landfill at Sunshine Canyon as they arise.

Senator George J. Mitchell to Receive 2008 Eisenhower Medal for Leadership and Service
Mon, 12 May 2008, 08:50:12 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PHILADELPHIA, Pa., May 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Eisenhower Fellowships has announced that it will present the 2008 Dwight D. Eisenhower Medal for Leadership and Service to former U.S. Senate Majority Leader George J. Mitchell. Eisenhower Chairman General Colin L. Powell USA (Retired) will present the award to Senator Mitchell at its annual board of trustees' dinner in Philadelphia on May 15, 2008.

U.S. Senate Candidate Unveils New 'Weapon' for Bringing Issues to Voters
Mon, 28 Apr 2008, 18:36:29 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
SPEARFISH, S.D., April 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Although political campaigns for national office are hideously expensive these days, you don't necessarily have to spend big to spend smart. South Dakota Republican U.S. Senate candidate Sam Kephart's campaign is employing a unique web-based technology to reach new donors and potential voters.

International Group Launches Plan For Global Commons
Wed, 05 Mar 2008, 07:39:41 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PHILADELPHIA, Pa., March 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- An unprecedented move to gather worldwide commentary on a new 'global commons' was announced today in Berlin by an international coalition including the Philadelphia nonprofit organization, Centre for Global Negotiations.

Former American Idol Contestant Antonella Barba Becomes Spokesperson for ElectionMall's Voter Space
Tue, 04 Mar 2008, 10:11:07 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- American Idol's season six brought Antonella Barba into public view. Despite leading in Internet polling and search engines, Antonella was eliminated (sounds like a fate known by certain politicians). Now Antonella is back in the spotlight but not for glamour or show biz. The senior at Catholic University is reaching out to the new generation of voters by singing the National Anthem, promoting talking avatars, and addressing first time voters on their essential participation for a better democracy.

Martha Rose Construction, Inc. Joins U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Bodman to Launch Builders' Challenge in Orlando, Fla.
Thu, 14 Feb 2008, 09:43:04 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ORLANDO, Fla. - Feb. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Martha Rose Construction, Inc., joined today with U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Samuel Bodman to announce a new national energy-saving initiative - the U.S. Department of Energy's Builders Challenge. Martha Rose was at the Builders Challenge kick-off event held at the International Builders Show in Orlando, Florida.

ElectionMall, Google, and Iowa GOP Provide Real-Time Results of 2008 Iowa Caucus
Thu, 03 Jan 2008, 13:00:42 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DES MOINES, Iowa - Jan. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The highly anticipated Iowa Caucus will finally take place this evening and instead of waiting for local and cable news outlets to report the results, Americans can view the Caucus results in real-time. In an historic collaboration between ElectionMall Technologies, the Iowa Republican Party, and Google; voters, bloggers and politicos will be able to view actual county breakdowns once the results are phoned in.

Black Youth Vote! National Civic Education Training Tour Promotes Voting in Iowa
Thu, 13 Dec 2007, 11:30:46 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DES MOINES, Iowa - Dec. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As part of ongoing efforts to motivate young people to engage in the political process, the League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) recently teamed up with the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation's (NCBCP) Black Youth Vote! (BYV!) for an innovative civic participation training at North High School in Des Moines, IA.

Congressman Virgil Goode to Receive Stephen Dill Lee Award Wednesday
Tue, 04 Dec 2007, 09:20:37 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ELM SPRINGS, COLUMBIA, Tenn. - Dec. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sons of Confederate Veterans Commander-in-Chief Christopher M. Sullivan will present the Stephen Dill Lee Award to Congressman Virgil Goode of Virginia at a ceremony sponsored by the Jefferson Davis Camp, #305, Sons of Confederate Veterans.

Romney Agitates Confederate Descendants
Mon, 03 Dec 2007, 09:54:09 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ELM SPRINGS, Tenn. - Dec. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sons of Confederate Veterans leader Christopher M. Sullivan issued the following statement in response to the CNN Republican debate Wednesday 28 November: Mitt Romney proposes himself to be president of the United States but last night he clearly demonstrated not only his ignorance (more).

Widgets Make Presence Felt in Politics: ElectionMall Offers New Tools to Campaigns, Bloggers, and Voters
Wed, 07 Nov 2007, 16:46:27 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
LAS VEGAS, Nev. - Nov. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- WORLD BLOG EXPO -- Every year around end of October and beginning of November political yard-signs dot your neighbors lawn and street medians as campaigns try to increase name recognition and push to Get-Out-The-Vote on Election Day and with the 2008 elections now less than a year away, social networking sites and blogs will soon be cultured with electronic yard sign widgets.

Non-Profit Group Discovers Kentucky Commission, Historical Society, Transportation Cabinet Weren't Legal in Issuing Lincoln Specialty Plate
Mon, 05 Nov 2007, 11:31:51 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
FRANKFORT, Ky. - Nov. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It's not legal, not appropriate use of public funds, and a deep insult to non-profit organizations across the Commonwealth who have worked to legally get, or even have just thought about getting, specialty plates, said Don Shelton, spokesman for the Kentucky Division, Sons of Confederate Veterans.

A Balanced Approach to Fire Protection Offers the Greatest Benefits
Fri, 02 Nov 2007, 10:40:03 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
IRVING, Texas - Nov. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A balanced approach to fire protection that includes the installation of both fire detection and suppression systems will save lives according to the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA), and for that reason, NBFAA urges that consumers support two legislative initiatives now pending in Congress.

GSP Consulting Economic Architecture Experts to Present at National Economic Development Conference
Tue, 16 Oct 2007, 22:58:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PITTSBURGH, Pa. - Oct. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Executives from Pittsburgh-based GSP Consulting will present to a gathering of economic development leaders from around the country at a national conference this week in Baltimore. Dr. Jerry Paytas, Director of Research in GSP's Economic Architecture practice, will lead a discussion titled 'Best TBED (Technology Based Economic Development) Practices...to Avoid,' on October 18 at the State Science and Technology Institute's (SSTI) 11th Annual Conference.

Campaign Security Goes On High Alert as 2008 Presidential Race Heats Up
Fri, 05 Oct 2007, 21:41:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Oct. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- No one wants to talk about it. There is something that politicians don't want you to know. It's understandable considering politicians are not in the habit of displaying weakness. The reality is that many campaign websites are insufficiently protected from hackers and fraudulent sites. ElectionMall CEO, Ravi Singh has pioneered this issue since 2000.

GSP Economic Architecture Expert to Speak at the 12th Annual Minnesota Development Conference
Tue, 18 Sep 2007, 18:53:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Sept. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Leading economic development expert Dr. Jerry Paytas will discuss Regional Competitiveness: Best Practices and Lessons Learned at the 12th Annual Minnesota Development Conference 'Harnessing Minnesota's Ingenuity' on September 26, 2007. Paytas, Director of Research at GSP Consulting, is a nationally-recognized economic development expert.

ElectionMall and CompleteCampaigns Combine to Give Internet Boost for Campaigns
Tue, 28 Aug 2007, 21:00:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Aug. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Benjamin Katz of CompleteCampaigns.com and Ravi Singh of ElectionMall.com announced today that they are forming a strategic partnership to offer campaigns a 'one-stop-shop' online. Alliance dramatically changes how candidates run in 2008.

Presidential Candidate Roland Aranjo - 50 States in 100 Days
Mon, 20 Aug 2007, 16:13:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
DENVER, Colo. - Aug. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Democratic Presidential candidate and author Roland Aranjo starting in his home town of Denver Colorado, will kick-off a national Democracy Revival Tour, 50 States in 100 Days. 'I will be traveling across America, holding local democracy discussions, listening to local concerns and sharing my vision for our democracy,' stated Aranjo.

Momentum Chippewa Valley Taps GSP Consulting for Economic Development Assessment and Strategy
Mon, 13 Aug 2007, 20:24:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. - Aug. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Economic and development opportunities in West Central Wisconsin will be the focus of a formal study of the region being commissioned by Momentum Chippewa Valley (MCV). The study kicked off August 9 with a visioning session in which local leaders developed a framework for the future economic development of the region.

Iowa Straw Poll Offers Tickets Online Similar to a Rock Concert
Fri, 10 Aug 2007, 21:51:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
AMES, Iowa - Aug. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- While Republican presidential hopefuls are in Ames, Iowa this weekend shaking hands and jockeying for position among party faithful, two new technology tools are being offered to Iowa voters and political junkies. ElectionMall's eTicketing software and text messaging (SMS) system are being provided through IowaGOP.org allowing supporters to purchase their tickets online to the Iowa Straw Poll and receive results on their cell phone.

Former U.N. Ambassador Andrew Young Joins the Advisory Board of Penny PAC Which Addresses Americans' Top Concerns
Wed, 02 May 2007, 21:30:00 EDT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Andrew Young, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and civil rights leader, has joined the advisory board of Penny PAC. Penny PAC is a non-partisan political action committee that focuses on education, energy, economic development, health care and homeland security, issues that consistently rank among the top concerns for Americans on public opinion polls.

Black Group Launches Two New TV Ads Blasting Cardin and Ford as Bad for Black Voters
Sat, 04 Nov 2006, 14:23:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Nov. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Blacks for Economic Security Today (BEST) on Saturday released two television advertisements that attack two Democratic candidates for turning their backs on the African-American population. To view: www.besttrustfund.org.

Department of Homeland Security Violates Whistleblower Protection Laws
Mon, 30 Oct 2006, 16:12:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Oct. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Government Accountability Project (GAP) and the Project On Government Oversight (POGO) are challenging a decision by the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to fire a Federal Air Marshal for revealing an unclassified plan that would have removed air marshals from nonstop long-distance flights, similar to those hijacked for the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Illinois' Black Legislators to Host Two-Day Community Engagement Summit and Scholarship Gala
Wed, 11 Oct 2006, 17:51:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MATTESON, Ill. - Oct. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For the first time in five years and just five days before the upcoming mid-term election, the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus (ILBC) will host a state-wide conference in hopes of engaging community activists, religious and business leaders and concerned citizens on a wide variety of issues. The two-day summit will take place Thursday and Friday, November 2 - 3, 2006 at the Matteson Holiday Inn located in south suburban Matteson Illinois.

Leading Political e-Greeting Card Website Offers New Print Tool for Campaign and Voters
Wed, 27 Sep 2006, 23:28:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Sept. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ElectionMall Technologies, Inc. (electionmall.com), a non-partisan provider of technology to campaigns and elections, has re-launched one of its popular online political products, Eyardsigns.com, with a new on-demand print feature that allows campaigns and voters to produce professional quality postcards, invitations, and greeting cards all at their computer keyboard.

YES on 1 Campaign Urges Fair Coverage of the Wine at Food Stores Initiative
Mon, 21 Aug 2006, 20:13:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOSTON, MA - Aug. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- To Editors and Reporters: As you may know, Question 1 on the November ballot will update Massachusetts law to allow grocery stores to apply for a locally approved license to sell wine to their customers. Naturally, Question 1 is opposed by liquor stores, who would prefer not to have competition from grocery stores in wine sales.

Proposed Public Agency Accountability Ballot Measure
Tue, 15 Aug 2006, 15:56:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, CA - Aug. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to CATRIPATI.com a ballot measure setting forth requirements for holding public agencies, public employees, and elected officials (including judges) accountable will be filed on August 31, 2006 with Bruce McPherson, California Secretary of State.

Louisiana Independent Pharmacies Association: Independently Owned Pharmacies Face an Uncertain Future in Louisiana Due to Federal Budget Cuts
Mon, 08 May 2006, 22:20:00 EDT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
BATON ROUGE, LA - May 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With drastic federal cuts impending, most independent community pharmacies face a very uncertain future. 'I've been in business for 10 years and this is the first time I've truly feared for the future of my business,' said Ricky Guidry of Guidry's Pharmacy in Iowa, Louisiana.

State Government Alert: Kentucky Defies Big Tobacco Lobbyists' Pressure by Seeking A Flat Tax on Cigarette Sales
Wed, 26 Apr 2006, 15:10:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, TX - Apr. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- StatesOnTheTake.com announced today that Kentucky State Government officials could withdraw from the Master Settlement Agreement ('MSA'), despite fierce opposition from out-of-state, Big Tobacco lobbyists. The MSA was the original 'Stealth Cartel,' created under the guise of a "settlement" between Big Tobacco and the 46 state signatories.

California Ferret Lovers Plan Ballot Initiative to Legalize Ferrets
Wed, 29 Mar 2006, 17:42:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
SAN DIEGO, CA - Mar. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- California ferret enthusiasts launched a new website in the latest attempt to legalize ferrets in California, one of only two states where they remain illegal. The new website for California Legalization Initiative for Ferrets is legalizeferrets.org.

Election Security Seal Program to Demonstrate on Capital Hill
Wed, 08 Feb 2006, 18:51:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Feb. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- At a first of a kind opportunity on Capitol Hill, members of Congress, congressional staffers, senior policy experts, and the staff of the Bush Administration will have the chance to view ElectionMall Technologies' Election Security Seal Program at the Congressional Internet Advisory Committee Reception and Technology Fair.

Medicare Patients and Care Providers Fear Dire Consequences of Medicare Reform Bill
Mon, 23 Jan 2006, 11:04:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Jan. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A grass-roots effort to focus attention on disturbing elements of the Medicare reform legislation some Medicare beneficiaries and patient-care advocates call 'frightening' and 'disastrous' will begin with an organized protest outside the Bakersfield offices of House Ways and Means Chairman Bill Thomas (R-CA) on Tuesday, Jan. 24. Last Chance for Patient Choice (a 527 not-for-profit organization) plans to launch its nationwide advocacy effort on the eve of the final budget reconciliation bill vote (S. 1932) by the U.S. House of Representatives that will probably occur during the first week of February.

Missouri Firefighters Elect New Officers, Advocate for Members Legislatively
Wed, 11 Jan 2006, 13:45:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
KANSAS CITY, MO - Jan. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Firefighters from across the state of Missouri have come together and elected new leadership for the Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters (MSCFF) bringing a much needed and desired unity to the organization. The State Council is not only the exclusive statewide firefighter organization with over 5,600 employees throughout Missouri, but also the exclusive advocate for the courageous brothers and sisters of the fire and EMS service.

Size Matters Property Tax Proposed for California
Thu, 05 Jan 2006, 19:30:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Jan. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Because someone has to step up and suggest something: this year's StateoftheState.com address deals with California's property tax -- All aspects of California Proposition 13 on property taxes are to remain the same except that homes of '4,000 square feet or more' are to pay an additional 1%.

Historic Announcement in Mexican Politics: ElectionMall to Bring Technology to Mexican Candidates for 2006
Wed, 07 Dec 2005, 16:46:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
MONTERREY, Mexico - Dec. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ElectionMall Technologies, Inc., a non-partisan leading provider for campaigns and elections technology worldwide headquartered in Washington D.C., has launched the first website of its kind in Mexico to provide services, tools, and products to candidates, political organizations, and voters in anticipation of the upcoming 2006 Mexican elections.

ElectionMall Develops Powerful Email System for Campaigns and Elections
Wed, 02 Nov 2005, 17:31:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Nov. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ElectionMall Technologies, Inc., a leading technology company in campaigns and elections, announces the launching of its Get-Out-the-E-mail system. ElectionMall's Get-Out-the-Email system is a one-of-a-kind advanced application that is tailored to those that are involved in the campaigns.

Senator Van de Putte Named President-Elect of National Conference of State Legislators
Wed, 17 Aug 2005, 15:58:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
AUSTIN, TX and SEATTLE, Wash. - August 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Senator Leticia Van de Putte (D-San Antonio) is being named President-Elect of the prestigious National Conference of State Legislators (NCSL) Friday at their annual conference in Seattle, Washington. Van de Putte, the first Hispanic and the first Texan ever named President-Elect of the organization, will assume the Presidency of the organization next year.

First Ever E-Democracy Symposium: 'Campaign Guru' to Speak
Mon, 25 Jul 2005, 11:17:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - July 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Online campaigning expert and CEO of ElectionMall Technologies, Inc. Ravi Singh will discuss how candidates engage and inform voters through the Internet at the first ever international conference focused on local e-democracy. The International Symposium on Local E-Democracy will explore leading e-democracy trends around the world and will include field visits to area government and community e-democracy projects.

First Ever Webmaster Certificate Program Announced
Fri, 08 Jul 2005, 17:17:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAS VEGAS, NV - July 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Online campaigning expert and CEO of ElectionMall Technologies, Inc. (www.electionmall.com) Ravi Singh announced the launch of the first-ever webmaster certificate seminar. The webmaster seminar, which is being conducted by ElectionMall Academy, will provide political activists and campaign managers with the necessary knowledge to utilize the expanding role of technology in campaigns.

MEDIA STATEMENT: Blogger & FEC Government Hearings Alternative - 'ElectionMall.com introduces Blogger Identity Seal (BIS)'
Tue, 28 Jun 2005, 18:29:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WASHINGTON, D.C. - June 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In response to the proposed FEC regulations of Internet web logs, ElectionMall Technologies, Inc., a leading non-partisan provider of on-line campaign technology solutions, is developing a Blogger Identity Seal (BIS). BIS will provide an alternative to the FEC government concern that Bloggers must 'identify' themselves as a media or non-media identity.

ElectionMall Technologies, Inc. to Sponsor Personal Democracy Forum Conference: Ravi Singh to Speak on New Technologies for Campaigns
Mon, 16 May 2005, 12:39:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. - May 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Campaign technology company, ElectionMall Technologies, Inc., today announced its sponsorship of the Personal Democracy Forum Conference. The event is taking place today at the City University of New York (CUNY) Graduate Center in New York City. The second annual conference will bring together online technology experts and political insiders to discuss new trends in political technology. Ravi Singh, CEO and founder of ElectionMall Technologies, Inc., will be a featured speaker at the event.

New Movement To End U.S. Occupation Of Iraq Launches National Counting The Cost Event May 15
Fri, 06 May 2005, 10:52:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PHILADELPHIA, PA - May 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- People from around the country are signing up at www.countingthecost.org to wear numbers symbolizing the over 100,000 civilians and soldiers who died because of the U.S. invasion of Iraq. Motivated by new information on the numbers of deaths in Iraq, and the lack of national discussion, participants from Alaska to Arizona, Boston to Baltimore, are signing up to participate in a simple but dramatic gesture. On May 15th across the country, Counting the Cost participants will wear their numbers and demonstrate - in silent vigils to large public die-ins.

National Public Service Award Winners Announced
Thu, 31 Mar 2005, 12:34:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
WASHINGTON, DC /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Winners of the prestigious National Public Service Awards, the premier awards for excellence in public service at all levels of government, have been announced by the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) and the National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA). They will be presented on Monday, April 4, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Milwaukee, WI, at noon, at the ASPA National Conference.

Ukraine's Maidan International Election Observation Group: Moldovan Parliamentary Elections Flawed
Mon, 07 Mar 2005, 13:12:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
KYIV, Ukraine /Send2Press Newswire/ -- The Maidan International Election Observation Group (the Maidan Group) believes that some parts of the Parliamentary Election in the Republic of Moldova were free and democratic but with violations reported in several parts of the country.

ElectionMall Technologies, Inc. Sponsors eNaugural.com Ball
Wed, 19 Jan 2005, 16:49:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C. /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Campaign technology company, ElectionMall Technologies, Inc. announced Wednesday that it will sponsor the high-profile, high-tech inaugural night celebration, eNaugural.com Ball. The event will be a coming together of leaders of the high-tech community, elected officials and the media to celebrate the start of the President George W. Bush's second term.