Happy Birthday Social Security!

"Steve LaTourette is willing to let our seniors’ well-being be tied to the ups and downs of Wall Street. I’m not."

Today, on Social Security's 73rd birthday, Bill pledged to always fight against any efforts to privatize what so many of our nation's seniors rely on. Click on this link to see Bill's statement.

Justin Barasky

Press Secretary

It’s my (House) Party and I’ll contribute if I want to! (Please Do)

Last night Bill and I attended a House Party in support of the campaign in Moreland Hills. As you can see , our hosts even made special invitations. The event was a big success with 20 people getting to learn more about Bill, why he’s running for Congress, and why he so strongly believes that Northeast Ohio deserves change. The best part of the evening was the hour-long question-and-answer session between Bill and the attendees. The topics ranged from energy and gas prices, to the war in Iraq, to taxes, and I think there was a question or two about the Cleveland Indians pitching staff.

These house parties are a great opportunity to meet and get to know Bill, learn more about what he believes, and talk to Bill on a personal level about the issues that most affect your daily lives. Contributions to the campaign are welcomed at house parties, but aren’t required.

If you would like to host a house party with Bill O’Neill, give us a call at 440-943-2897.

Justin Barasky
Press Secretary

Painesville Parade!

Last night we were in Painesville for the Lake County Fair Parade. While the staff and our great volunteers passed out candy and O’Neill 08 stickers, Bill walked the parade from Harvey High School to the Fairgrounds, shaking as many hands and meeting as many people as possible.

I’ve noticed that on other campaigns, some candidates ride in cars, or walk in line with their supporters, but Bill goes up and down the street talking and meeting people, often engaging them to the point where the campaign car starts to leave him behind.  You wouldn’t think it, but these parades have become a great way for Bill to hear real stories from real people about gas prices, their jobs, and other issues affecting their daily lives. 

Bill really enjoys meetings the voters in the 14^th Congressional district and hearing what’s on their mind. I can honestly tell you that it wasn’t easy getting Bill to leave the event last night.

We’ve added some more pictures from parades to our Flickr, you can take a look by clicking here.

See you at the next parade,

Ben Barasky

Deputy Press Secretary