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[mamculuna]

Most of this I already said to bhadrasvapna.

I decided to stay and work until the end in North Carolina. No matter what happens tomorrow, I think in part that our volunteer work is its own reward--at least in NC. Somebody said "This is not a campaign about one person, it's a movement." And I feel that way, too.

Just being part of the campaign has been wonderful. It's brought so many people together, and restored our faith in each other in so many ways. I worked today with a retired high school custodian in NC and we enjoyed each other's company so much. Last week I worked in the office with a young computer guy, and appreciated how clearly he could teach me what he was doing so that I could help him (tomorrow it will be something else, and maybe sometime I'll see a dark side, but everything has one).

I felt such admiration for the good sense, hard work, and clear thinking of everyone I worked with--no drama, no McCain-style operatics, just getting it done. I could have gone to the Charlotte rally and heard Obama in person today, but have made the choice that I won't stop work while there's one voter I might reach. For a deep-South state to turn the corner to blue--that is being part of history. I've been talking with Bill and he totally gets it. Being in true-blue Illinois tomorrow, even with Barack there, wouldn't be the same as being in NC, with the people who've fought the good fight.

On this path, effort never goes to waste, and there is no failure. Even a little effort towards spiritual awareness will protect you from the greatest fear.
– Bhagavad Gita (2:40)

Comments

[maeve-rigan.livejournal.com]

You're among my heroes today.

[mamculuna.livejournal.com]

Thanks! Maybe some year, it will happen down here. But yay for NC for leading the way.

[midnightsjane.livejournal.com]

I am holding my breath right now.
America is on the cusp of big changes..thanks to people like you.

[scrollgirl.livejournal.com]

My cousin and her husband are living and working in Raleigh, have been for a couple of years. Obviously they can't vote, but I'm so glad that you and people like you are making a difference in their lives, even if they're not really your focus. One of the things they've had to deal with moving to the U.S. for work is a huge culture shock. I'm glad, though, that NC is changing and becoming something new and (dare I say) something better.

Good luck today, mamcu! Game on.

[anomster.livejournal.com]

Good for you! I've been doing bits & pieces. Thursday I made get-out-the-vote calls to upstate New Yorkers for about an hour from a Democratic club office, & tonight I did the same for the NYCLU but to voters in S. Dakota to oppose the abortion ban referendum, after spending most of the day trying to find a gig doing canvassing or voter rights work tomorrow in Pennsylvania (the nearest swing state). Instead I'll be answering the Voter Helpline here in town (but not bringing the resource materials they emailed me, 'cause my printer isn't working right). I dunno, finding ways to help seems more complicated this year than in 2004. I'm glad you're doing the work you are!

[kalimeg.livejournal.com]

May all y'all overcome. NC does need you.

[usedtobeljs]

Thank you so much for all your hard work. [hugs]

[lolabelleb.livejournal.com]

I found your LJ when I looked up mystery writers. Although I'm a very insecure writer, I'm currently writing a mystery short story. After reading your entries, I think we have much in common.

I'm a 50-something Texas Democrat. My brother-in-law and sister-in-law live in North Carolina and my husband grew up in South Carolina. North Carolina made me proud last night when they supported Barack Obama. Sadly, Texas didn't follow NC's good example.

Today, I'm so full of hope the USA can rise from the ashes of the last 8 years. I believe we can and we will. I know you have lots of friends, but I would love to add you to my friend's list. Please let me hear from you.