Rebuild Wisconsin: What happened and what's next

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From: "Caroline Murray, Rebuild the Dream" <info@rebuildthedream.com>
Date: May 23, 2012 2:25 PM
Subject: Rebuild Wisconsin: What happened and what's next
To: "Daniel Stafford" <aquarianm@gmail.com>

Dear Daniel, Wisconsin is ground zero in the fight to save the American Dream. In less than two weeks, Wisconsin voters will decide whether to recall the infamous Governor Scott Walker. Everyday people are taking a bold stand against those who would sell our democracy to the highest bidder, wrecking the economy while giving away huge tax cuts to the ultra-wealthy. What happens in Wisconsin affects all Americans. This past Saturday in Milwaukee, we organized Rebuild Wisconsin to supercharge get-out-the-vote efforts for the recall election. More than a thousand people came out for a day of political action infused with culture and art. (See below for highlights.) We're proud of what happened last Saturday, but what happens next is what really matters. Our partners in Wisconsin tell us that victory is within reach, but this people-powered campaign needs even more people. They are setting up a "virtual phone bank" so anyone across the country can volunteer. No matter where you live, you can help by calling voters in Wisconsin to remind them to vote. Can you take a moment and sign up to volunteer? Yes, I care about what happens in Wisconsin. Sign me up to help get out the vote! Recent polling tells us Scott Walker is neck and neck against Democratic challenger Tom Barrett. That means one person can make all the difference. Small numbers of voters will decide who wins or loses. It's crucial to hit the phones to get out the vote. Sign up to join the virtual phone bank with We Are Wisconsin. We're in the final days of the campaign. Last Saturday, we organized Rebuild Wisconsin to help recall Gov. Scott Walker; to refund Wisconsin's social priorities like jobs, education, healthcare; and to rebuild the Dream of a Wisconsin in which everyone has a fair shot and everyone pays their fair share in the years to come. Check out these great photos and highlights from Rebuild Wisconsin! A lot of people told us that an event like this -- a multi-racial event fusing politics and culture -- had never happened before in Milwaukee.   In an election this close, low-income voters and communities of color in Milwaukee could be the deciding factor. That's why we hosted a local talent showcase that brought out Milwaukee's up-and-coming hip-hop artists -- as well the networks of hundreds of young people who listen to them. Our event inspired young people who otherwise may not have engaged in the recall election or in the broader political movement. Congresswoman Gwen Moore and our very own Van Jones were keynote speakers. Indie-soul-songstress and native Milwaukeean Grace Weber gave an amazing performance that left no doubt she is a rising national star. Renowned hip-hop artist and activist Jasiri X debuted "You're Fired," a song dedicated to Scott Walker that is an anthem for the whole recall election. This event was more than just a concert and rally -- it was part of a major GOTV operation. Everyone there plugged their information into the statewide GOTV database and also named 5 people who they would personally turn out for the election. We were honored to partner with some amazing organizations, including: The League of Pissed Off Voters, Wisconsin Jobs Now, SEIU, We Are Wisconsin, We Are Milwaukee, and Citizen Action of Wisconsin.   Thank you for joining us -- together, we added a big shot of momentum to this people-powered campaign. Now let's win on June 5th. Sincerely, Caroline Murray and the Rebuild the Dream team NOTE: This message not authorized by any candidate, candidate's committee or candidate's agent. Authorized and paid for by Rebuild the Dream.

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