Hillary on the move in Texas! Regains polling lead, possible new momentum shift in tthe state (see below). Big story here-Obama backer Veronica Escobar,El Paso Co Comissioner flips to Hillary after watching this week's debate. Also, progressive legend, frmr State Rep Dana Danburg, who represented the famous Houston Montrose and Museum districts- fought for 20yrs for the rights of all. A beloved figure among liberals, she lost her seat when delay redrew her lines and broke up her district.
Hillary is now barnstorming the state,including giving a key energy speech tonight in Houston, which none of her rivals bothered to attend. Also, she launches her last BIG Texas push with huge Houston,Dallas,Ft Worth and El Paso rallies. Also, tommorrow she will have a rally with veterans in Waco.
Gen. Clark is now in Texas and will be holding events throughout the state! Please see below for info on these events, and on Hillary's new key endorsees.
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InsiderAdvantage/Majority Opinion Survey Shows Shift in Momentum Towards Clinton in Texas Democratic Primary Race
Compiled from InsiderAdvantage and Southern Political Report staff
http://southernpoliticalreport.com/story link_228_247.aspx
February 28, 2008 -- InsiderAdvantage's latest survey in Texas shows a shift, at least temporarily, in momentum in the Democratic race for president. An earlier InsiderAdvantage/Majority Opinion survey conducted Monday night for the Southern Political Report showed Sen. Barack Obama with a one-point lead in the contest.
But a survey of 591 registered voters who are likely to vote in the Democratic primary in Texas conducted last night (February 27) indicates that Sen. Hillary Clinton has regained the lead in a race that remains within the survey's margin of error. The results were:
Clinton: 47%
Obama: 43%
Undecided: 10%
The survey has been weighted for age, race, gender and political affiliation. Margin of error +/- 4%
InsiderAdvantage/Creator's Syndicate's Matt Towery:
"This is a classic sign that a race might be starting to turn. We see the undecided voters increasing and unsettled numbers in key age brackets. Moreover, Clinton has expanded her lead among Hispanic voters, while holding onto white votes. She has dropped slightly among women, but has gained among men.
"Let me stress that these polls are snapshots of the moment. I am not yet willing to say that there is a definitive trend, such as the one that our polling on Super Tuesday detected for Mike Huckabee in Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee.
"But Southern states - and Texas is well within the scope of coverage for our Southern Political Report, founded by Hastings Wyman in Washington 30 years ago - tend to have more complex demographic weightings in polls than most other states.
"If these trends continue over the coming days, then it might be fair to say the race is slowly drifting Clinton's way. For now, I think it's at least fair to say that has turned momentum, to some degree, back in her direction."
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clinton press release 2/28/08
"I've Switched to Hillary"
El Paso County Commissioner and Former Barack Obama Supporter Veronica Escobar Switches Support to Hillary As Momentum in Texas Continues to Grow
El Paso, TX - The Clinton campaign announced today that El Paso County Commissioner and former Barack Obama supporter Veronica Escobar has switched her support to Hillary Clinton. The announcement follows a Latino Decisions Texas Poll that shows Hillary Clinton leading Barack Obama by 62% to 21% among registered Hispanic voters in Texas:
"While I initially liked Barack Obama, I am supporting Hillary Clinton because it is clear that she is the one candidate who will truly fight for our communities as President.
"In the last debate, I was inspired by Hillary's commitment to fighting for change. I know Hillary has what it takes to stand up to the Republicans and win in November.
"Hillary Clinton has a long history in Texas and understands the issues that matter to us. In the past few weeks alone, Hillary, President Clinton, and Chelsea have each spent time listening to the voices of our border communities.
"I am impressed by Hillary's compassion: She really hears us and understands the challenges our communities face.
"Hillary Clinton has dedicated her life to improving the lives of others. Hillary is the leader we need. Only she has the experience to bring about the change America is calling for.
"I'm proud to support Hillary Clinton - I invite all Texans to join us in making history on March 4th."
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 28, 2008
Contact: Deirdre Murphy, 515-508-9860
dmurphy@hillaryclinton.com
FORMER STATE REP. DEBRA DANBURG ENDORSES HILLARY CLINTON FOR PRESIDENT
HOUSTON, TX - Former State Representative Debra Danburg of Houston today announced her endorsement of Hillary Clinton.
"Senator Clinton will deliver results on the issues important to Texans, including the economy, health care and our nation's standing in the world," Danburg said. "Senator Clinton has worked for 35 years to improve the lives of women and families, and I have no doubt that she will continue to do so starting on day one in the White House."
"A cancer survivor and a public servant, State Representative Debra Danburg is a picture of courage, strength, and perseverance," Clinton said. "I am so proud to have the support of a woman who has worked tirelessly to help the people she serves."
State Representative Debra Danburg was first elected in 1980 and served for 22 years. The chair of the House Committee on Elections, and a member of the Appropriations, State Affairs and Calendars committees, Danburg held every leadership position in the legislature besides speaker.
Danburg is being honored today by the League of Women Voters as a "Political Pioneer." A survivor of pancreatic cancer, Danburg is a strong advocate for universal health care. She continues to serve on charitable, educational and nonprofit boards, and on the volunteer board at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston.
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come see Hillary the fighter for the working class at the following spots-
http://www.hillaryclinton.com/hq/texas/
Join Hillary for a "Solutions for America" Rally in Houston!
When
Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Where
Delmar/Dyer Sports Complex Field House
2020 Mangum Rd
Houston, TX 77092
General Area: Houston Independent School District
Description
Join Hillary for a "Solutions for America" Rally in Houston at the Delmar/Dyer Sports Complex Field House. Hillary has spent the past 35 years fighting for American families and she has real solutions to tackle the tough issues we're facing. Join Hillary in Houston to learn more about her lifetime record of results.
Host
Texas For Hillary
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Join Hillary Clinton in Waco for an Early Vote Rally with Veterans and Flag Officers.
When
Friday, February 29, 2008 at 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where
Waco Convention Center
100 Washington Avenue
Waco, TX 76701
General Area:
Description
Join Hillary for an Early Vote Rally with Veterans and Flag Officers at the Waco Convention Center in Waco! Hillary has spent the past 35 years fighting for American families and she has real solutions to tackle the tough issues we're facing. Join Hillary in Waco to learn more about her lifetime record of results.
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Join Hillary for a "Solutions for America" Rally in San Antonio!
When
Friday, February 29, 2008 at 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Where
Hemisfair Park
S Alamo St & E Nueva St
San Antonio, TX 78205
General Area: Under the arch
Description
Join Hillary for a "Solutions for America" Rally in San Antonio! Hillary has spent the past 35 years fighting for American families and she has real solutions to tackle the tough issues we're facing. Join Hillary in San Antonio to learn more about her lifetime record of results. Music will be provided by Grammy Award-winning music group and Hillary supporters, "La Mafia."
Host
Texas For Hillary
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Join Hillary for a "Solutions for America" Rally in Fort Worth!
When
Saturday, March 1, 2008 at 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where
The Stockyards
130 E. Exchange Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76164
General Area:
Description
Join Hillary for a "Solutions for America" Rally at The Stockyards in Fort Worth! Hillary has spent the past 35 years fighting for American families and she has real solutions to tackle the tough issues we're facing. Join Hillary in Fort Worth to learn more about her lifetime record of results.
Host
Texas For Hillary
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Join Hillary for a "Solutions for America" Rally in Dallas!
When
Saturday, March 1, 2008 at 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where
Fair Park Coliseum
1438 Coliseum Drive
Dallas, TX 75210
General Area:
Description
Join Hillary for a "Solutions for America" Rally at the Fair Park Coliseum in Dallas! Hillary has spent the past 35 years fighting for American families and she has real solutions to tackle the tough issues we're facing. Join Hillary in Dallas to learn more about her lifetime record of results.
Host
Texas For Hillary
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Join President Clinton for a "Solutions for America" Rally in El Paso!
When
Monday, March 3, 2008 at 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Where
El Paso International Airport
1751 Shuttle Columbia Drive
El Paso, TX 79925
General Area: Atlantic Aviation Services Hangar
Description
Join President Bill Clinton for a "Solutions for America" Rally in El Paso! Hillary has spent the past 35 years fighting for American families and she has real solutions to tackle the tough issues we're facing. Join President Clinton in El Paso to learn more about Hillary's lifetime record of results.
Host
Texas For Hillary
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Clark's Texas schedule,including Veterans rally with hillary-
In these final days before the Texas primary, I'm hitting the campaign trail for Hillary Clinton.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2008
Meet and Greet with Hillary Clinton and Veterans
Waco Convention Center
100 Washington Ave
Waco, TX
1:30 pm
Veterans/Early Vote Rally with Hillary Clinton
Waco Convention Center
100 Washington Ave
Waco, TX
2:30 pm
Hillary Clinton El Paso Field Office
800 North Mesa
El Paso, TX
8:00 pm
SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 2008
Hillary Clinton Lubbock Field Office
4322 50th Street
Lubbock, TX
10:30 am
Hillary Clinton Galveston Field Office
527 21st St.
Galveston, TX
2:30 pm
Hillary Clinton Texarkana Field Office
317 State Line Ave.
Texarkana, TX
7:00 pm
If you're unable to make any of these events, I invite you to attend one of the rallies with Hillary listed below:
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2008
"Solutions for America" Rally in San Antonio
Hemisfair Park
S Alamo St & E Nueva St
San Antonio, TX 78205
7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 2008
"Solutions for America" Rally in Fort Worth
The Stockyards
130 E. Exchange Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76164
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
"Solutions for America" Rally in Dallas
Fair Park Coliseum
1438 Coliseum Drive
Dallas, TX 75210
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
"Solutions for America" Rally in El Paso
El Paso International Airport
1751 Shuttle Columbia Drive
El Paso, TX 79925
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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