In August 2008, we became aware that more than 1,500 new Democrats were signed up to vote in the November election. We worked hard over the remaining months as you may remember and on Election Day we missed the win by 271 votes. We accomplished great strides to try and overcome the odds, and as a result we closed the gap but regrettably not enough, LESS THAN 2% short of winning the race.
November 2009 election mail-in ballots were sent out based on the 2008 election registered voter list. House District 17 had 1,901 mail-in ballots returned – undeliverable. This means people moved, but much more than the normal number of ballots returned undeliverable. The facts tell us that the new Democrats from August 2008 left after the election. We can be certain we would have won the November 2008 election if these temporary voters had not been interfering with our local elections. In my mind, we must take House District 17 back!
As your candidate last election, our Team worked hard throughout the District and I vow to work hard again to win. I bring name recognition, campaign experience, and strong support and commitments. The 2008 election shows I have a proven ability to campaign hard for you and be electable with a total 7,239 votes, compared to former Representative Mark Cloer’s first election total 6,871 votes, according to the County Clerk & Recorder records.
Together, we need to prepare to Take the House Back in 2010. Please, mark your calendar with the following dates and I hope to see you in the days to come. We can do it – We Can Win!
Again, I thank you so very much for your support in 2008 and I am asking for your support again in 2010. As your Representative, my vision is to revitalize the economy, provide jobs, make health care affordable, and encourage businesses to invest in our youth, economy, and you. Feel free to call me at 238-4656.
Your Friend,
Catherine ‘Kit’ Roupe
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