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New Software Ensures Accurate Matches of Addresses to Redistricted Congressional and State Legislative Districts for 2012 Elections
Mon, 07 May 2012 11:12:22 -0400 EDT

SAN JOSE, Calif., May 7, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Online Image, a GIS software and web technology company, is now making available the nation’s most accurate matching of addresses and zip codes to redistricted congressional and state legislative districts. As a result, candidates can run and supporters can vote in the correct districts in the 2012 elections.

Republican Candidate Leads President Obama in Straw Poll on Long-Term Care Insurance Support, an Issue Affecting Most Households
Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:58:30 -0400 EDT

KIRKLAND, Wash., April 18, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In a tight presidential race, voter sentiment on religion, race, jobs or contraception could tip the balance. Or ‘the decisive issue just might be a health problem that jeopardizes almost every American family,’ says Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Operations for LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation’s most experienced long-term care insurance agencies.

Organizations Can Now See How Redistricting Has Changed Their Members’ Congressional Districts
Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:25:11 -0400 EDT

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 10, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Online Image, a GIS software and technology company, today announced the Geocoded Address Batch Processing Service for New Congressional District Matching. This service is the first to match addresses to newly redrawn districts, enabling organizations to update their member address files and direct their members to support the candidates they endorse for the 2012 elections.

LTC Guild Supports Election Poll on Key Issue: Tax Breaks to Help More Americans Afford Long-Term Care Insurance
Mon, 26 Mar 2012 07:59:09 -0400 EDT

MOUNTAIN LAKES, N.J., March 26, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Today LTC Guild, the social network for the long-term care insurance industry, announces its support of a straw poll asking people to say which presidential candidate they think more likely to back federal incentives for owning [...]

UC Grad Inks Ballot Initiative to Freeze College Tuition and Fees
Thu, 16 Feb 2012 06:58:22 -0400 EDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 16, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — For over six months, Christopher Campbell, a recent graduate of the University of California, Irvine, has been spearheading a campaign, CHEC2012 (www.chec2012.com), that will profoundly change affordability and access to public higher education for currently enrolled and future college students in California.

FastUpFront Makes Waves with its 2012 Presidential Candidates Infographic
Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:59:33 -0400 EDT

CLIFTON, N.J., Jan. 16, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — FastUpFront plans to make waves with its newest infographic: 2012 Presidential Candidates for Small Businesses. The infographic details the positions of the top 2012 presidential candidates on major issues facing small businesses such as taxes, minimum wage, and business expenses.

‘Pin-Ups for Ron Paul’ Calendars at ‘SaddleUp’ Straw Poll in Houston
Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:20:50 -0400 EDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 2, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Limited edition, signed ‘Pin-Ups for Ron Paul’ 2012 calendars will be available for collectors and Ron Paul supporters in Houston, Texas at the Minute Maid Park, 501 Crawford Street from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m., from January 12 – 14, 2012.

George Jensen, Jr., former USA Technologies Founder joins ThePeoplesVote.com Board of Directors
Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:06:56 -0400 EDT

ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 19, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ThePeoplesVote.com is pleased to announce that George Jensen, Jr., current President and CEO of Jensen Expansion Capital, Inc. has joined their Board of Directors. Mr. Jensen will be advising the company on strategic planning and long term expansion, and will also be investing in the company.

‘Pin-Ups for Ron Paul’ 2012 Calendar Girls Spread the Message
Mon, 28 Nov 2011 18:58:09 -0400 EDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 28, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The ‘Pin-Ups for Ron Paul’ 2012 calendar produced by Los Angeles singer/writer/director Juliet Annerino has arrived. This sexy collection of female activists is the most innovative way to spread the message of presidential candidate Ron Paul!

Conservative Caucus Endorses Krysztoforski for Congress
Mon, 17 Oct 2011 18:37:32 -0400 EDT

FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 17, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — During their monthly meeting on October 16, the Allegany County Conservative Caucus reaffirmed their vote to unanimously endorse Joseph Krysztoforski, Republican candidate for the US House of Representatives for Maryland’s 6th Congressional District, over long term Republican incumbent Roscoe Bartlett.

Bash Foo CEO Mike McDermott Announced His Candidacy for a Seat on Tipp City’s City Council Today
Fri, 12 Aug 2011 13:26:29 -0400 EDT

TIPP CITY, Ohio (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ‘I’ve dedicated a good portion of my life to making things better for this community, by bringing people together to solve problems,’ said McDermott. ‘As your City Councilman, I will bring my passion for growing Tipp businesses, my commitment to our schools, along with some badly needed solutions-oriented approaches to our challenges.’

Governor Brown Vetoes Attack on Suction Dredge Gold Miners, says Gold Pan California – Directs Secretary of Resources to Publish EIR
Fri, 01 Jul 2011 04:58:55 -0400 EDT

CONCORD, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Gold Pan California, a gold mining supply shop located in the Bay Area, is full of suction dredge gold miners celebrating a line-item veto that Governor Brown made in the final State Budget today. ‘This is the vindication we’ve been waiting for,’ says owner Mike Dunn.

California Budget: Raising Taxes Indefensible While Killing Solvent Gold Mining Industry, says Gold Pan California
Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:37:02 -0400 EDT

CONCORD, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Gold Pan California, a gold mining supply shop located in the Bay Area, just got a boost from Washington, D.C. to help fend off erroneous Legislation which is now tangled in the ongoing California budget negotiations.

California Budget: ‘Insane’ Legislature Tries to Kill Gold Mining Industry, says Gold Pan California
Wed, 22 Jun 2011 16:08:50 -0400 EDT

CONCORD, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Gold Pan California, a gold mining supply shop and headquarters for California suction dredge miners, recently got a boost from Washington DC: Congressman Tom McClintock (R-CA) is mad as hell and wants Governor Brown’s assistance to squash 2 paragraphs of impending legislation which, if enacted, will kill the California suction gold mining industry.

California Budget $1.8M Error Will Kill Gold Mining Industry, says Gold Pan California
Thu, 09 Jun 2011 19:20:02 -0400 EDT

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Gold Pan California, a gold mining supply shop located in the Bay Area, is bustling with suction dredge gold miners who are anxiously seeking a last-minute deletion of a math mistake in the current State Budget battle. ‘This is a new financial disaster headed straight to the heart of the Golden State,’ says owner Mike Dunn.

Attorney General Jerry Brown: California Gold Mining Program Solvent – Legislature on Eve of Killing Industry over $1.8M Math Mistake
Thu, 09 Jun 2011 13:59:30 -0400 EDT

CONCORD, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Gold Pan California, a gold mining supply shop located in the Bay Area, is bustling with suction dredge gold miners who are anxiously trying to get information about what is going on in Sacramento. ‘This is a new financial disaster headed straight to the heart of the Golden State,’ says owner Mike Dunn.

Invention for Shirtless Politicians
Tue, 07 Jun 2011 14:38:36 -0400 EDT

BUFFALO, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Just in time for Father’s Day get the man in your life the world’s first handheld extendable tripod, the Quik Pod, by Fromm Works Inc. He can photograph himself shirtless and be properly centered in each photo. Great for Twitter feeds. Converts to a tabletop tripod stand when hands are not available to hold the camera.

California Budget Committee Attempts to Prohibit Gold Mining Science, says Gold Pan California
Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:22:58 -0400 EDT

CONCORD, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Gold Pan California, a gold mining supply shop in the Bay Area, has been building inventory of gold mining equipment in anticipation of the season re-opening in November. That anticipation is quickly fading and scorn for the California Legislature is taking its place, for owner Mike Dunn. Pointing to a hefty 1,500-page scientific report, Dunn declares ‘The Legislature is trying to prohibit the science from being published. This is an arrant betrayal of the public trust!’

California Legislature Fails to Check Math: Proposed Gold Mining Budget Cut of $1.8 Million Increases Deficit by $23 Million, says Gold Pan California
Fri, 03 Jun 2011 12:00:41 -0400 EDT

CONCORD, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Gold Pan California, a gold mining supply shop located in the Bay Area, has been building inventory of gold mining equipment in anticipation of the season re-opening in November. Pointing to a simple desk calculator, owner Mike Dunn cringes, ‘Can you believe the budget committees have made such a stellar math mistake?’

Sports Group Endorses Grass-roots American Values Organizations
Mon, 18 Apr 2011 12:59:45 -0400 EDT

WALL, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — David Walker, former Comptroller General of the United States, will team up with market commentator Peter Grandich and his Trinity Financial Sports & Entertainment Management Co. to promote The Comeback America Initiative (CAI) and No Labels – organizations, both of which Walker is a founder, aimed at helping bring America back to the common sense principles upon which our country was founded.

Texas Legislators Vie for New Bill to Limit Pet Ownership Rights
Wed, 13 Apr 2011 18:39:16 -0400 EDT

DALLAS, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A collective group of animal organizations – Animal Owners Association of Texas, Professional Canine Breeder Association, East Texas Dog Lovers and individuals – have come together to stand against a bill that they say is unconscionable.

Investors Flock to Brazil at an Unprecedented Rate
Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:54:08 -0400 EDT

BRASILIA, Brazil (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With strong economic growth (7.5 percent per annum), a large and robust domestic market and a stable democracy, Brazil is a thriving market for foreign investors. President of the Brazilian political consulting firm Arko Advice and founder of the online intelligence service Brazilian Intelligence, Dr. Murillo de Aragao says, ‘In 29 years of business relationships with foreign investors, I have never witnessed the current level of interest in investing in Brazil.’

Alameda Teacher Discusses Egypt on PBS NewsHour
Fri, 11 Feb 2011 17:26:11 -0400 EDT

ALAMEDA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Nea Community Learning Center teacher David Maduli is among a nationwide group of educators chosen by PBS NewsHour to participate in a live online discussion exploring recent political events in Egypt. The discussion will take place Tuesday, February 15 at 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT).

Ravi Singh, Campaign Marketing Guru, on Cala on CNN en Espanol
Mon, 31 Jan 2011 19:59:33 -0400 EDT

WASHINGTON, D.C. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On Monday, January 31st on Cala, journalist Ismael Cala will interview Ravi Singh, a young Indian marketing guru who has been behind several digital political campaigns around the world.

Veterans Split on Kagan Endorsement
Mon, 18 Oct 2010 12:05:09 -0400 EDT

WASHINGTON, D.C. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The endorsement of Congressman Steve Kagan by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Political Action Committee has been called ‘preposterous’ by the Chairman of Patriotic Veterans Inc due to Kagan’s alleged ‘consistent lack of support for our troops in the field.’

Sheryl Lee Ralph, Shirley Franklin, Greek Organizations and Community Leaders Join Rally to Encourage Women to Vote
Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:44:33 -0400 EDT

ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The ballot power of women will be the focus this Saturday as actress, singer and activist, Sheryl Lee Ralph; chair of the National Congress of Black Women, E Faye Williams, Esq; former Atlanta Mayor, Shirley Franklin; and women from across the state assemble for ‘Women in Power Multicultural Forum,’ a nonpartisan, intergenerational event hosted by sclc/Women’s Organizational Movement for Equality Now, Inc. and the Georgia Coalition of Black Women.

Ferret Lovers to Meet in Concord as New Ferret Research is Released from Sacramento State University
Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:54:14 -0400 EDT

LA MESA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A press conference has been announced for Noon on Saturday, Sept. 25th by LegalizeFerrets, calling on Governor Schwarzenegger to lift the ferret ban before he leaves office and asking (again) the respective Jerry Brown and Meg Whitman campaigns to address the issue.

Gail Goode Press Conference Friday August 27, 2010
Thu, 26 Aug 2010 06:24:15 -0400 EDT

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — U.S. Senate Candidate Gail Goode (D-NY) will hold a press conference on Friday, August 27, in Saratoga Springs to discuss a range of issues, including the impact of hydraulic fracturing on the state’s watershed, job creation and rebuilding New York State’s infrastructure.

U.S. Senate Candidate Gail Goode Supports Ban on Drilling Near Drinking Water
Wed, 25 Aug 2010 10:44:47 -0400 EDT

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — U.S. Senate Candidate Gail Goode (D-NY) yesterday supported a six-month ban on hydraulic drilling for natural gas near upstate watersheds that supply drinking water to the New York metropolitan region.

U.S. Senate Candidate Gail Goode Challenges Kirsten Gillibrand to Debate Across the State
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:45:17 -0400 EDT

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — U.S. Senate Candidate Gail Goode (D-NY) today challenged her primary opponent, Kirsten Gillibrand, to a series of debates around New York State prior to the Democratic primary on September 14. Goode will appear on the Democratic primary ballot.

Past Time to Legalize Ferrets in California says LegalizeFerrets.org
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 13:17:42 -0400 EDT

LA MESA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — According to Ferrets Anonymous, legalizing pet ferrets affects hundreds of thousands of Californians, even though many citizens may be unfamiliar with the State’s 77-year-old ferret ban. The California Veterinary Medical Association has long agreed that pet ferrets should be legal. State legislators agreed six years ago. But the Governor blocked ferret legalization, when he vetoed the Ferret Amnesty Bill.

A Citizen’s Attempt to Restore the Democratic Process to the 2010 New York U.S. Senate Campaign
Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:58:51 -0400 EDT

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ‘New Yorkers have a right to a Democratic primary,’ said U.S. Senate Candidate Gail Goode. Goode built an organization of citizens to collect over 45,000 signatures from registered Democrats, who agreed with her mission to give voters of the Empire State a choice for Senator in this year’s Democratic Primary.

Financial Commentator Peter Grandich Endorses Michel Faulkner for Congress
Tue, 13 Jul 2010 23:59:54 -0400 EDT

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As a financial commentator, Peter Grandich always has something to say and his opinions and forecasts are sought-after by hundreds of thousands on his daily blog, The Grandich Letter. Yet, in over 25 years of broadcasting his opinion, Grandich has never endorsed a candidate for political office. Until now.

Santos Victory Demonstrates New Digital Strategy in Latin American E-Democracy
Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:26:12 -0400 EDT

BOGOTA, Colombia (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Nearly half a million Colombians logged on to SantosPresidente.com between June 1st and June 20th, the second round Presidential elections to follow the Santos campaign and the Candidate’s initiatives, turning the tide in this historic political victory. In under 72 hours, 1,076 individual Web pages, comprising the first-ever Virtual Headquarters used for Presidential Elections in Latin America, had been launched.

Local Chef lobbies the Child Nutrition Reauthorization Bill
Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:25:51 -0400 EDT

PLANO, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — June 10 will be a day of activities on Capitol Hill organized by the Food Action Research Center and other partner organizations such as Share Our Strength. The goal is to highlight the importance of fighting childhood hunger in America. Chef Ash Sengson of Please Enjoy Personal Chef and Catering Services from Plano, TX will lobby members of Congress to discuss the Child Nutrition Reauthorization Bill.

ElectionMall and Microsoft Join to Power Campaigns at Personal Democracy Forum Conference 2010
Fri, 04 Jun 2010 05:01:51 -0400 EDT

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ElectionMall.com and Microsoft Corp. (Nasdaq: MSFT) today announced a strategic partnership to provide the one-stop technology shop for running and winning political and issue advocacy campaigns. As part of the relationship, the companies introduced Campaign Cloud, an integrated set of customizable technologies, from online collaboration to robust Web presence. The two companies announced the relationship today at Personal Democracy Forum Conference 2010.

Compton Votes for Community Control of Its Police Resources
Wed, 02 Jun 2010 12:02:02 -0400 EDT

CLAREMONT, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Edward Professional Advisors announces that in a close, but historic vote late last night, the Compton City Council voted 3-2 to establish a new Compton Community Police Department. After 10 years of receiving police services from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, the Compton City Council voted last night to establish a new Compton Community Police Department and end its contractual relationship with the sheriff’s department.

Juan Manuel Santos Grows Extremely Quickly in Social Networks
Mon, 17 May 2010 09:31:01 -0400 EDT

BOGOTA, Colombia (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In only two weeks, the Santos Presidential campaign has managed to slingshot the candidate across social networks such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, hi5, Delicious and WordPress. Santos’ Facebook fans were at 70,409 before the Web 2.0 campaign began, and now number 148,750 within 15 days.

Twitter Goes Down and Hall of Shame Goes Up in Colombia Presidential Elections 2010
Mon, 10 May 2010 11:18:26 -0400 EDT

BOGOTA, Colombia (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Web 2.0 Victory Team set up by presidential candidate Juan Manuel Santos, has recently been attacked through various online media. These attacks have ranged from fake profiles or groups on Twitter and Facebook, to misleading or abusive comments on blogs. In response, the Web 2.0 Victory Team, lead by Santiago Valencia, has created the ‘Wall of Shame.’

Santos Campaign Making History: Juan Manuel Santos is First Politician in South America to Launch Campaign Through the Internet
Wed, 05 May 2010 08:24:37 -0400 EDT

BOGOTA, Colombia (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Political campaigns in Latin-America have always been marked by traditionalism, manifestations, crowded plazas and message distribution through traditional media such as television, billboards, written press and radio. Never before has voter outreach been conducted through the Internet and other new media technologies.

New York State Lobby for Life Day 2010
Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:28:47 -0400 EDT

ALBANY, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The New York State Right to Life Committee held its annual Lobby for Life Day yesterday, April 27th, in the well of the Legislative Office Building in Albany. About 200 people attended the event, which focused on the Unborn Victims of Violence Act, a bill currently pending in the state legislature that provides that those who kill or injure an unborn child during a crime of violence against a pregnant woman may be held criminally responsible.

Newt Gingrich Names Dr. Jim Garlow to Chair Renewing American Leadership
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:33:19 -0400 EDT

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich today named Dr. Jim Garlow as Chairman of Renewing American Leadership (ReAL), the non-profit organization Gingrich created. Dr. Garlow is an author, communicator, commentator, historian, and cultural observer. For the last 14 years, he has served as Senior Pastor of Skyline Wesleyan Church in San Diego, Calif., and will continue to do so.

One Tennessee County Commissioner Candidate Declares 2010 Census Unconstitutional
Mon, 01 Mar 2010 23:59:05 -0400 EDT

FRANKLIN, Tenn. — County Commissioner candidate and former U.S. Marine, Trinity Persful, sparked some controversy this weekend at a Rise & Shine Conservative Breakfast at Dotson’s Cafe when he warned Williamson County residents against the federal usurpation of local government by means of the 2010 census. A constitutional conservative, Mr. Persful puts forth that although citizens have an obligation to be rightfully counted for purposes of representation.

Conservative PAC Says Joseph Kennedy Taking More Votes from Martha Coakley in U.S. Senate Race
Mon, 18 Jan 2010 07:04:34 -0400 EDT

WASHINGTON, D.C. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — William Greene, Chairman of the conservative online political action committee RightMarch.com PAC, announced today that Independent candidate Joseph Kennedy is taking enough votes from Martha Coakley to ensure her loss in the upcoming special election for U.S. Senate in Massachusetts.

Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. Launches New Website: Reaching Voters in New and Exciting Ways
Mon, 18 Jan 2010 05:21:21 -0400 EDT

CHICAGO, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr., the incumbent candidate for Illinois 2nd Congressional district, has launched his new Website. The site focuses on new Web strategies to increase the Get Out The Vote (GOTV) efforts for the campaign. The new Website encourages supporters to share their ideas with the Congressman, participate in polls and attend fundraising events.

State Representative Kurt Kelly Files to Run for Congress against Grayson
Tue, 05 Jan 2010 01:59:45 -0400 EDT

ORLANDO, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — State Representative Kurt Kelly, whose district covers part of Florida’s Eighth Congressional district, today filed paperwork to run for Congress against controversial first-term Democrat Rep. Alan Grayson. ‘The people of Central Florida deserve a Congressman with a business background who knows that money spent by the federal government in Washington isn’t play money, but rather hard-earned money taken out of each of our paychecks,’ said Rep. Kelly.

Social Networking Websites Becoming the New Voice for European Politics
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:38:06 -0400 EDT

BARCELONA, Spain (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In conjunction with the launch of ElectionMall’s new ElectionMall.EU website, Ravi Singh, CEO of ElectionMall Technologies, will be speaking in Barcelona, Spain at the first ever European conference held by the Personal Democracy Forum. For the last six years, the Personal Democracy Forum has served as a hub for American politicos, government enthusiasts, and technology fans to gather and share information on the Internet and how it is changing the American political landscape.

e-Democracy in Panama – CEO of ElectionMall Technologies Speaks at IAPC Conference
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:29:41 -0400 EDT

PANAMA CITY, Panama, Nov. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Ravi Singh, the CEO of ElectionMall Technologies, will be speaking on ‘The Wide Swath’ panel at the annual IAPC conference. The IAPC, or the International Association of Political Consultants, is an organization of professionals in the political sphere, dedicated to helping spread democracy throughout the world. Their main event is an annual conference, where many gather to discuss upcoming world elections and deconstruct recent trends in the political cycle.

eDemocracy 2.0 Comes to Canada – ElectionMall CEO Discusses How Technology is Changing Politics Worldwide
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:56:16 -0400 EDT

TORONTO, Canada (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Ravi Singh, CEO and founder of ElectionMall Technologies, is scheduled to speak at the 10th annual Art and Science of Public Affairs conference, sponsored by the Public Affairs Association of Canada. ElectionMall Technologies is a campaign technology company that is dedicated to helping campaigns of all sizes utilize technology and reach voters since 2000. Singh is recognized as the ‘Campaign Guru,’ a global expert on campaign technology.

Campaign in the Box – ElectionMall Offers Innovative Technology Tools Bundled into One Single Package
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:08:23 -0400 EDT

WASHINGTON, D.C. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — After nine years of providing technology to political campaigns ElectionMall.com has learned a few things about the common challenges many of their clients face. ‘Running for political office isn’t easy,’ describes ElectionMall CEO Ravi Singh. ‘We see a lot of campaigns that don’t know where to begin and are struggling to figure it all out.’

Georgia Gubernatorial Candidate Oxendine speaks September 29 about Small Business to Georgia Association of Business Brokers
Thu, 24 Sep 2009 07:20:52 -0400 EDT

ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Georgia Insurance Commissioner John W. Oxendine, the Republican frontrunner in the 2010 Georgia governor’s race, will offer his views on the prospects for small businesses and the future of business in Georgia at the monthly meeting of the Georgia Association of Business Brokers on Tuesday.

Louisiana Libertarian Senatorial Candidate Speaks Out
Mon, 22 Jun 2009 05:18:50 -0400 EDT

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.’

Former Gubernatorial Candidate Announces Run for U.S. Senate
Mon, 18 May 2009 06:29:15 -0400 EDT

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 08:59:06 -0400 EDT

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.

Put Down The Bong Pick Up The Ballot Says Los Angeles Mayoral Candidate
Tue, 03 Mar 2009 13:02:42 -0400 EDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (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 12:40:13 -0400 EDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (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 07:49:54 -0400 EDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (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.

Obama is Powerless Over DEA Says Candidate Craig Rubin
Mon, 09 Feb 2009 13:34:27 -0400 EDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (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 04:33:45 -0400 EDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (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 06:28:53 -0400 EDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (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 05:02:07 -0400 EDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (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.

Pro-Marijuana Mayoral Candidate Craig X Rubin Looks for Jesse Ventura Style Victory
Tue, 16 Dec 2008 07:35:25 -0400 EDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (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 07:51:20 -0400 EDT

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.

Ron Paul Style Politician, Craig X Rubin, Running for Mayor of Los Angeles Gives Press Conference
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 10:00:56 -0400 EDT

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (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 09:59:49 -0400 EDT

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 08:55:25 -0400 EDT

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (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 11:01:32 -0400 EDT

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.

Greg Conlon Believes U.S. Fiscal Policies Need to Change and Federal Government Expenses Need to be Cut 10-Percent
Thu, 19 Jun 2008 10:03:32 -0400 EDT

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.

U.S. Senate Candidate Unveils New ‘Weapon’ for Bringing Issues to Voters
Mon, 28 Apr 2008 11:36:29 -0400 EDT

SPEARFISH, S.D. (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.

Former American Idol Contestant Antonella Barba Becomes Spokesperson for ElectionMall’s Voter Space
Tue, 04 Mar 2008 03:11:07 -0400 EDT

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.

Black Youth Vote! National Civic Education Training Tour Promotes Voting in Iowa
Thu, 13 Dec 2007 04:30:46 -0400 EDT

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.

Romney Agitates Confederate Descendants
Mon, 03 Dec 2007 02:54:09 -0400 EDT

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).

Campaign Security Goes On High Alert as 2008 Presidential Race Heats Up
Fri, 05 Oct 2007 14:41:00 -0400 EDT

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.

ElectionMall and CompleteCampaigns Combine to Give Internet Boost for Campaigns
Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:00:00 -0400 EDT

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 09:13:00 -0400 EDT

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.

Iowa Straw Poll Offers Tickets Online Similar to a Rock Concert
Fri, 10 Aug 2007 14:51:00 -0400 EDT

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 14:30:00 -0400 EDT

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 07:23:00 -0400 EDT

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.

Illinois’ Black Legislators to Host Two-Day Community Engagement Summit and Scholarship Gala
Wed, 11 Oct 2006 10:51:00 -0400 EDT

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 16:28:00 -0400 EDT

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.

Election Security Seal Program to Demonstrate on Capital Hill
Wed, 08 Feb 2006 11:51:00 -0400 EDT

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.

Historic Announcement in Mexican Politics: ElectionMall to Bring Technology to Mexican Candidates for 2006
Wed, 07 Dec 2005 09:46:00 -0400 EDT

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 10:31:00 -0400 EDT

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.

First Ever E-Democracy Symposium: ‘Campaign Guru’ to Speak
Mon, 25 Jul 2005 04:17:00 -0400 EDT

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 10:17:00 -0400 EDT

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 11:29:00 -0400 EDT

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 05:39:00 -0400 EDT

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.

Ukraine’s Maidan International Election Observation Group: Moldovan Parliamentary Elections Flawed
Mon, 07 Mar 2005 06:12:00 -0400 EDT

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 09:49:00 -0400 EDT

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.


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