Jim Webb Needs Money!

By: Lowell
Published On: 7/17/2006 7:45:56 AM

OK, here's the deal. We've nominated a great candidate for U.S. Senate in Jim Webb.  On paper at least, Webb's extremely formidable as an opponent to George Felix Allen.  In addition, Allen is not particularly popular, and is facing a strong headwind of discontent among the American people over Iraq, the budget deficit, Washington corruption, the Katrina fiasco, Republican stalemate on immigration reform, $3+ per gallon gasoline, etc., etc.  In other words, Allen is beatable and Webb can beat him.

HOWEVER....

Jim Webb WILL NOT WIN without the financial resources necessary to wage a serious air and ground war against Allen.  Right now, however, here's the situation:

Allen's re-election campaign, headquartered in a glass-walled high-rise building that overlooks the Beltway in Arlington, had $6.62 million in the bank on June 30.

Webb's campaign, with offices in an ancient building in downtown Arlington that staff members said was being demolished next year, had $424,245.

This is not acceptable.  It is time for Democrats to get serious here.  We've got to make up this funding gap, and we've got to do it right away. 

Let's not be subtle about this.  Jim Webb needs money.  Now.  Here are two things for you to do, TODAY if at all possible.

1) Vote for Jim Webb in Barbara Boxer's PAC for a Change contest, and help him win a fundraising letter from Sen. Boxer that could be worth tens of thousands of dollars to the Webb campaign.

2) Donate $25, $50, $100, whatever you can to the Webb campaign by clicking here.

That's it, that's my message for the day.  Thank you for your support.

Comments



We really need to get rolling... (va.walter - 7/17/2006 9:27:53 AM)
on the fundraising.  Now is the time when the media and national folks will decide if this is a race to follow/support or not.  Talk like this from our buddy Mr. Sabato is the kind of talk we need to stop.

Larry Sabato, director of the University of Virginia’s Center for Politics, called Webb’s fundraising “pitiful,” adding that if national Democrats and party activists in the internet blogosphere don’t pour large sums into his campaign quickly, “this race is going to be over.”

Sabato suggested that Webb’s money shortage is especially critical because the Democrat is still largely unknown to most voters. Webb needs to invest millions of dollars in television advertising, particularly in the increasingly Democratic Northern Virginia suburbs where he must do well to have a chance against Allen, Sabato said.

“They’re hoping the free media” – broadcast and newspaper news coverage – “can carry them,” Sabato said of the Webb forces. “The free media is important but it’s a supplement. …

“Maybe at this rate, they can have TV ads with stick figures,” he added.



Millions on TV advertising? (hrconservative - 7/17/2006 10:08:30 AM)
I don't see millions of dollars floating in from anywhere for Webb. Perhaps you can buy him a camcorder and post the commercial on Youtube. That might work. . .

[Snicker]



Felix has Cash Advantage, Intelligence Shortage (David M - 7/17/2006 2:57:27 PM)
so I suppose it will all work itself out in the end.


NewsMax: "Sen. George Allen Has Huge Cash Advantage" (Mitch Dworkin - 7/17/2006 10:45:17 AM)
Here is what the extreme right wing and Allen supporting NewsMax has to say about Allen's "huge money advantage over Jim Webb:"

http://www.newsmax.com/archives/ic/2006/7/15/92612.shtml 

Saturday, July 15, 2006 9:22 a.m. EDT 

Sen. George Allen Has Huge Cash Advantage

Federal campaign reports show incumbent Republican Senator George Allen has a huge money advantage over Jim Webb, his Democratic challenger in this year's race.

From April through June, Allen's campaign took in $1.8 million dollars and had $6.6 million dollars on hand to start July.

Webb started the month with more than $424,000 on hand, according to documents filed with the Federal Election Commission.

Because he faced a primary election June 13, Webb's latest report reflects only fundraising from May 25 through June 30. During that period he raised about $587,000 dollars.

The former governor remains the early favorite, even though he faces a determined former Republican in Webb. He is a decorated Vietnam veteran and served as President Reagan's Navy secretary.

Allen is seeking a second term even as he plots a possible presidential run in 2008.

© 2006 Associated Press.



Allen trails behind though (phriendlyjaime - 7/17/2006 12:22:04 PM)
when you look at other candidates who are looking at a Pres run in addition to their senate run.  And Allen actually has a fight on his hands.  Hillary Clinton has over $22 millions right now, and she leads by 30 points.  Allen has 6.6 million, and leads anywhere from 5-10 points.

I think this actually looks terrible for Felix.



Ummmm, yeah. (I.Publius - 7/17/2006 12:32:36 PM)
Having 10 times your opponent's assets is a bad thing.  Keep spinning, honey.


Never said it was bad. (phriendlyjaime - 7/17/2006 1:18:48 PM)
Just making the point that Allen is behind compared to others in the same boat as he is.


Ok, you're right. (I.Publius - 7/17/2006 1:41:32 PM)
You didn't say it was bad.  You said it was "terrible."

My mistake.



I don't get it. (phriendlyjaime - 7/17/2006 3:19:03 PM)
Why the nit picking?  Are you trying to miss the point?  Because you are dancing around my point.

Why can't you just have a discussion here?  Why must you attack and call names and berate people?  It just doesn't make any sense.



sure it does -- that's the way his kind think (teacherken - 7/17/2006 3:51:27 PM)
haven't you seen the consistent pattern in remarks here previouslY/

why bother to engage?  he's not interested in a conversation, only in scoring what he thinks are debating points.



Thomas Jefferson said... (Fluvanna Democrat - 7/17/2006 5:51:41 PM)
Resort is had to ridicule only when reason is against us.

...I think that explains it.



Visibility!!! (seveneasypeaces - 7/17/2006 6:14:42 PM)
Here's a chance to participate where large groups are gathered.  Grab some friends and head out to show off your candidate.  Numbers talk so gather a force.  And thanks to Todd for putting this together.

Taken from a Webb list:
*Festivals and Events in Virginia*

JUL 18 > JUL 22 SAT
Rockbridge Regional Fair - Lexington, VA
Regional Fair, Major Carnival, Free Entertainment, 4-H Activities, Truck & Tractor Pulls, Horse Shows
Estimated attendees - 25,000  540-463-6263

JUL 22 SAT
Château Morrisette Blues Concert - Floyd, VA
Black Dog Blues Concert
Estimated attendees - 500  540-593-2865

JUL 22 SAT
Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Festival - Roanoke, VA
15 Blues Acts(2 National Acts) on 2 stages and the Blue Ridge BBQ Battle!
Estimated attendees - 3000  540-529-8502

JUL 22 SAT
Asian Festival - Reston, VA
Largest Asian Festival in Washington DC Metro: 25 well-known Asian restaurants & Stage performannce
Estimated attendees - 15,000  703-589-4144

JUL 26 > 27 SAT
Annual Pony Swim & Auction - Chincoteague, VA
World Famous Chincoteague Wild Ponies swim from Assateague to Chincoteague
Estimated attendees - 40,000  757-336-6161

JUL 28 > 30 SAT
FloydFest V ~ Roots Alive! - Floyd, VA
FloydFest is an annual three day World Music and Arts Festival nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of VA
Estimated attendees - 6500  540-745-3378

JUL 28 > 30 SAT
Rural Retreat Heritage Days - Rural Retreat, VA
Heritage Days are a part of the Jamestown 2007 events in Va. Artison,parade,displays,food, family fun.
Estimated attendees - 2000  276-686-0190

JUL 28 SAT
Manassas Wine and Cheese - Manassas, VA
Manassas City invites you to join us for our Wine and Cheese Event. 
Estimated attendees - 100  703-368-4541

JUL 29 > 30 SAT
Petersburg Intercultural Celebration - Petersburg, VA
This is an annual event to celebrate all cultures with food, music, children's games, and more!
Estimated attendees - 2500  804-861-8899

JUL 29 SAT
17th Annual Duck Race - Richmond, VA
Big Brothers Big Sisters' family festival with 22,000 rubber ducks racing down the Brown's Island canal
Estimated attendees - 6000  804-261-4940

AUG 04 > 06 SAT
Transportation & Cultural Heritage - Pulaski, VA
RR cars, cultural events, tours, food, music
Estimated attendees - 3000  540-994-4200

AUG 05 > 06 SAT
Princess Anne Park Art Craft Festival - VA Beach, VA
31 st annual, art/crafts, outdoors, free admission & parking, live musical entertainment
Estimated attendees - 35,000  757-427-2990

AUG 05 SAT
AmRhein's Blending Red Wine Festival - Bent Mountain, VA
Spend an afternoon immersed in the art of creating wine. Live jazz music and wine tastings. $15/person
Estimated attendees - 400  540-929-4632

AUG 12 SAT
Chateau Morrisette LatinJazz Concert - Floyd, VA
Black Dog Latin Jazz Music Concert
Estimated attendees - 500  540-593-2865

AUG 17 > 20 SAT
Arlington County Fair - Arlington, VA
Juried exhibition of arts and crafts booths for the Arlington County Fair.
Deadline: June 1 SAT
Estimated attendees - 40,000  703-228-1853

AUG 18 > 19 SAT
Prices Fork Community Fair - Blacksburg, VA
A community fair with: exhibits, crafts, live music, contests, games, and food. 10:00AM - 10:00PM
Estimated attendees - 1000  540-552-6610

AUG 18 > 20 SAT
80th Hampton Cup Regatta - Hampton, VA
Largest Hydroplane race on the East Coast and it's free!
Estimated attendees - 6000  757-850-1309

AUG 19 SAT
CaribFest - Richmond, VA
Experience the vibrant Caribbean culture in the midst of Richmond VA
Estimated attendees - 10,000  804-788-6466

AUG 25 > 27 SAT
2nd annual richmond nationals - Richmond, VA
street rod show (pre 1949 street rods & pre 1976 muscle cars) & a womens world and arts and craft area
Estimated attendees - 20,000  717-848-6736

AUG 26 > 27 SAT
Lucketts Fair 2006 - Lucketts, VA
Old fashioned country fair with bluegrass music, antiques, quality crafts, demonstrations, petting zoo
Estimated attendees - 17000  703-771-5281

AUG 26 SAT
Heritage Day - Christiansburg, VA
Festival with vintage crafts, cars, horse and buggy,
reenactors,music, games and food.
Estimated attendees - 500  540-382-5644

AUG 26 SAT
Château Morrisette Blues Concert - Floyd, VA
Melva Houston
Estimated attendees - 500  540-593-2865

AUG 26 SAT
Forest Fanfare - Forest, VA
Bands,food vendors,artisans,children's activities,safety exhibit on RT.811It's populated,well traveled.
Estimated attendees - 3000  434-385-4619

AUG 26 SAT
Montgomery County Heritage Day - Christiansburg, VA
Old time music, crafts, cloggers, old cars and machines, quilting and tating, storytelling
Estimated attendees - 400  540-382-5644

SEP 02 > 03 SAT
Decoy Carvers Assoc. Decoy Show - Chincoteague, VA
Over 25 exhibitors, most exhibits are for sale. Waterfowl carvings & Wildlife art
Estimated attendees - 1500  757-336-5009

SEP 02 SAT
The Irvington Stomp - Irvington, VA
Stomp grapes the old fashioned way and celebrate the grape harvest
Estimated attendees - 250  804-438-5559

SEP 06 > OCT 08 SAT
Second Street Festival - Richmond, VA
Celebrate historic Jackson Ward at one of the biggest and best African American Festivals in the region.
Estimated attendees - 50,000  804-788-6466

SEP 08 SAT
16th Bay Seafood Festival - Lively, VA
All-inclusive-Seafood Festival. Reservations required. 800-777-9717. $ Belle Isle State Park
Estimated attendees - 2000  804-435-4140

SEP 08 > 10 SAT
26th Annual Sugarloaf Crafts Festival - Manassas, VA
Strong mix of Fine Art, Designer Craft, Musical Entertainment and Great Food
Estimated attendees - 20,000  800-210-9900

SEP 09 SAT
TOBR Blues and Jazz Festival - Roanoke, VA
Enjoy the Best Blues and Jazz that VA has to offer!
Estimated attendees - 1500  540-342-2640

SEP 09 SAT
2nd Annual Autumn Arts & Crafts Fest - Sterling, VA
Over 100 hand-made arts & crafts vendors in beautiful outdoor setting; 10 AM-5 PM. FREE admission.
Estimated attendees - 2000  703-444-1275

SEP 09 SAT
Château Morrisette Country Music - Floyd, VA
Black Dog Country Music Concert
Estimated attendees - 500  540-593-2865

SEP 09 > 10 SAT
Alexandria Festival of the Arts - Alexandria, VA
The 4th Annual Alexandria Festival of the Arts will be held outdoors along King Street in Old Town
Estimated attendees - 45,000  954-472-3755

SEP 09 SAT
Rockbridge Wine Festival - Lexington, VA
Great VA food, wine, and music offered!
Estimated attendees - 2000  540-463-5375

SEP 09 SAT
Taste of the Blue Ridge - Roanoke, VA
Come enjoy a full weekend of blues & jazz entertainment
Estimated attendees - 500  540-342-2640

SEP 11 > 16 SAT
Washington County Fair - Abingdon, VA
county fair featuring exhibits, livestock & horse shows, mcdonald's farm
Estimated attendees - 30,000  276-628-3789

SEP 14 > 16 SAT
Galax Book Festival - Galax, VA
Celebration of literature - best-selling authors, street festivals and workshops
Estimated attendees - 2000  276-236-9703

SEP 15 > 17 SAT
Rhythm & Roots Reunion - Bristol, VA
Music festival downtown Bristol, VA/TN 3 outdoor stages, 12 indoor stages, 100\'s of artists
Estimated attendees - 45,000  276-591-4898

SEP 16 > 17 SAT
Chesapeake Arts Festival - Chesapeake, VA
75 local and regional artists display and sell their work in a beautiful park setting on a lake.
Estimated attendees - 1000  757-625-6161

SEP 16 SAT
Wilderness Trail Festival - Christiansburg, VA
Come and enjoy local arts & crafts in Downtown Christiansburg, VA.
Estimated attendees - 8000  540-552-2636

SEP 16 SAT
43rd Street Festival of the Arts - Richmond, VA
Fine Art and Craft Show
Estimated attendees - 8000  804-233-1758

SEP 16 SAT
Awakening Music Festival - Centreville, VA
Christian Music Festival, Includes Bands: Jeremy Camp, Barlow Girl, Matthew West, Downhere, SevenGlory
Estimated attendees - 10,000  703-669-6915

SEP 21 > 24, 2005
The VA Peanut Festival - Emporia, VA
Arts,crafts,food,kid's events, parade,farm equipment, music, entertainment, family event
Estimated attendees - 7000  434-348-4219

SEP 23 > 24 SAT
Savor the Valley-Wine, Food & Crafts - Shenandoah Caverns, VA  Sample the finest of VA's Shenandoah Valley wines, foods and crafts in beautiful surroundings.
Estimated attendees - 3500  540-477-4300

SEP 23 > 24 SAT
Hampton Seafood Festival - Hampton, VA
celebration of local seafood heritage
Estimated attendees - 3000  757-727-1540

SEP 29 > OCT 01 SAT
Craftsmen's Classic Arts & Crafts - Roanoke, VA
Some for every style, taste & budget from over 250 talented artists & craftsmen. Many demonstrate.
Estimated attendees - 25,000  336-282-5550

SEP 30 > OCT 01 SAT
VA Wine Festival - Leesburg, VA
The premier wine and food event in the mid-Atlantic
Estimated attendees - 20,000  703-823-1868 E Mail Us

SEP 30 SAT
Château Morrisette Bluegrass Concert - Floyd, VA
Black Dog Bluegrass Concert
Estimated attendees - ?  540-593-2865

SEP 30 SAT
Southern Heritage Harvest Festival - South Boston, VA
Downtown street festival with something for everyone--arts, crafts, music and food.
Estimated attendees - 13,000  434-575-4208

SEP 30 SAT
Shore Made Music Festival - Belle Haven, VA
Eastern Shore of VA Music Festival to showcase Local Musicians. Noon To 10 P.M.
Estimated attendees - 500  757-331-2769

SEP 30 SAT
Cape Charles Fall Festival - Cape Charles, VA
An artisan marketplace providing exposure for Eastern Shore of VA fine artisans.
Estimated attendees - 500  757-331-4884

SEP 30 > OCT 01 SAT
The VA Wine Festival - Leesburg, VA
VA Wine Festival is the oldest and largest wine festival on the East Coast
Estimated attendees - 10,000  703-823-1868

OCT 06 > 06, 2007
Brethren Heritage Festival - Fincastle, VA
Over 50 churches vend their crafts, foods and holiday items, 9am-2pm.
Estimated attendees - 2000  540-992-2940

OCT 07 SAT
AmRhein's Fall Wine Oktoberfest - Bent Mountain, VA
Wine tasting,live music, German Cuisine, & traditional barrel rolling are part of the fun. $15/person
Estimated attendees - 500  540-929-4632

OCT 07 > 08 SAT
Middleburg Antiques Fair - Middleburg, VA
Middleburg's first fall antiques fair at Fox Chase Farm
Estimated attendees - 1000  540-687-5255

OCT 08 SAT
Clifton Day - Clifton, VA
A one-day music, arts and crafts and antiques extravaganza just outside Washington DC.
Estimated attendees - 25,000  703-968-0740

OCT 13 > 15 SAT
68th National Folk Festival - Richmond, VA
Celebration of music, dance and culture from across the nation and the world
Estimated attendees - 150,000  804-788-6466, 804-788-6472

OCT 13 > 14 SAT
Hampton BBQ Cookoff - Hampton, VA
Taste and vote for your favorite BBQ
Estimated attendees - 3000  757-727-1540

OCT 13 > 15 SAT
68th National Folk Festival - Richmond, VA
The NFF celebrates the roots, richness and variety of American culture thru music, dance, craft and food
Estimated attendees - 10,0000  804-788-6466

OCT 14 SAT
"Taste of Brunswick" Festival - Alberta, VA
Fun for entire family! Rides for children, arts, crafts, food, horse exhibit, Brunswick Stew cook-off.
Estimated attendees - 5000  866-783-9768

OCT 14 SAT
Chili and Chowder Cook-off - Chincoteague, VA
Live entertainment, Food, arts and crafts, games and much more.  Great family time.
Estimated attendees - 3000  757-336-3700

OCT 14 > 15 SAT
Apple Havest Festival - Mt Jackson, VA
Annual Apple Festival in Shenandoah Valley,
Estimated attendees - 5000  540-477-3275

OCT 14 SAT
Vinton Fall Festival - Vinton, VA
The Vinton Fall Festival is a family event with fun for all.
Estimated attendees - 8000  540-343-1364

OCT 14 > 15 SAT
Fredericksburg Arts& Crafts Festival - Fredericksburg, VA
at the Fredericksburg Expo Center
Estimated attendees - 10,000  540-548-5555

OCT 14 SAT
Radford Highlanders Festival - Radford University, VA
Day-long celebration of Southwest VA's Scots-Irish heritage.
Estimated attendees - 12,000  549-831-5804

OCT 20 > 22 SAT
Craftsmen's Classic Arts & Crafts - Chantilly, VA
Something for every style, taste & budget from over 400 artists & craftspeople
Estimated attendees - 30,000  336-282-5550

OCT 20 > 22 SAT
Shen. Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival - Millwood, VA
30 + Hot Air Balloons, VA Wine Tasting, Kids fun, antique cars, fire engines, hayrides & More!
Estimated attendees - 35,000  888-558-5567

OCT 21 SAT
Midlothian Village Day Festival - Midlothian, VA
Call for more info!
Estimated attendees - 10,000  804-379-3420

OCT 21 > 22 SAT
Stockley Gardens Fall Arts Festival - Norfolk, VA
150 Local, regional, and national artists display and show their work in beautiful park setting.
Estimated attendees - 25,000  757-625-6161

OCT 21 > 22 SAT
Stockley Gardens Fall Arts Fest - Norfolk, VA
150 artists, live music, kids activities, festival food. Beautiful neighborhood park.
Estimated attendees - 25,000  757-625-6161

OCT 21 > 22 SAT
Floyd Fandango - Floyd, VA
Two days of retro-carnival, microbrew tastings, and Junior Brown.
Estimated attendees - 3000  540-745-3378

OCT 28 SAT
Powhatan's Festival of the Grape - Powhatan, VA
Enjoy sampling from 18 VA wineries. Gourmet food. Arts & Crafts.  Live music & entertainment.
Estimated attendees - 6000  804-598-2636

NOV 03 > 05 SAT
Craftsmen's Christmas Classic - Richmond, VA
Handmade arts & crafts by over 500 exhibitors for every style, taste & budget !
Estimated attendees - 35,000  336-282-5550

Thanks
Todd Smyth