F R A N K K R A T O V I L
E N D O R S E M E N T S
State Politicians
MD Governor Martin O'Malley
MD Comptroller Peter Franchot
MD Attorney General Doug Gansler
MD Senate Pres. "Mike" Miller
U.S. Senator Ben Cardin
Former MD Gov. Harry Hughes
Former MD Gov. Parris Glendening
Former MD Attorney General
Joseph Curran
Labor Unions
Ironworkers Union
MD-DC AFL-CIO
MD State Teachers Assoc. Fund
for Children & Public Education
National Education Assoc. Fund
for Children & Public Education
Service Employees International
Union
Newspapers
The Baltimore Sun
The Capital
The Star Democrat
Towson Times
Local Politicians
Baltimore County:
County Executive Jim Smith
Cecil County:
County Commission Vice President
Mark H. Guns
County Commissioner
Wayne L. Tome, Sr.
Port Deposit Mayor
Kerry Anne Abrams
Port Deposit Town Administrator
Sharon Weygand
Harford County:
New Harford Co. Democratic Club
Queen Anne's County:
Commissioner Courtney Billups
Comm. Carol Fordanski-Ronayne
Commissioner Paul Gunther
Commissioner Gene Ransom
Somerset County:
Crisfield Mayor P.J. Purnell
State's Attorney Kristy Hickman
C A M P A I G N S O N G
Words by Arlene Swerdloff.
Sung to the tune of
"You Are My Sunshine".
Frank Kratovil is
the one to vote for.
To send to Congress,
he is our choice.
He'll help our district.
He'll help our nation.
So vote for Frank
and you'll have a voice.
Frank Kratovil is
the one to vote for.
To bring the troops home,
he'll lead the way.
He'll fight for health care
and education.
So vote for Frank
when you vote today.
Frank Kratovil is
the one to vote for.
He stands for fairness
and honesty.
He'll make us prouder.
He'll fight much louder.
Frank is our hope
for victory.
Hello Neighbor,
I’m Frank Kratovil and I believe that the right to vote is the most precious right Americans have. I urge you to use it. Encourage your family, neighbors, friends, and co-workers to go to the polls on February 12. This year, 2008, the ballot box is your chance to make your voice count. You get to weigh in on what well may be the most critical issues of our time – for today and into the future. As a candidate for the US Congress, I ask for your vote and thank you in advance for your confidence. I will fight for you. I will not let you down. Vote and be a voice for change and better government in Washington.
Frank Kratovil
Baltimore County Executive Jim Smith Supports Kratovil for Congress;
Will Join Candidate at Polls Election Day Morning
Baltimore County Executive Jim Smith is encouraging Democrats in Maryland’s First Congressional District to vote for Frank Kratovil on Tuesday, February 12. The County Executive will join Frank Kratovil at polls in Baltimore County on Election Day morning.
“Frank Kratovil has proven time and again he is a leader who values the peoples’ interests over partisan politics,” Jim Smith said. “Frank will deliver results for Maryland.”
BALTIMORE COUNTY POLL APPEARANCE SCHEDULE:
Frank Kratovil electioneers with Baltimore County Executive Jim Smith
Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at 7:30 a.m. at Gunpowder Elementary School,
9540 Holiday Manor Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21236
Tuesday, February 12
Maryland Primary Election
7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Vote at your local precinct.
Tuesday, February 12
Kratovil for Congress Post Election Gathering
8:00 p.m. at R's Americantina, 410 Thompson Creek Mall, Stevensville. The kitchen will be open late, if you'd like to grab a bite while watching the election returns with the Kratovil campaigners.
View election results as they become available on election night at www.KRATOVIL.com.
The Baltimore Sun Endorses Frank Kratovil
The Baltimore Sun, February 7, 2008
In the Democratic contest, the clear choice is Frank M. Kratovil, Jr., the two-term Queen Anne’s County state’s attorney. Mr. Kratovil, 39, who has won nearly every endorsement within his party, is the most accomplished candidate in the four-person race.
He...is a conservative in most matters of domestic and foreign policy, and because of the contentious GOP primary is widely seen as his party’s best chance of recapturing the seat since Democrat Roy P. Dyson, who held it for five terms, lost it to Mr. Gilchrest in 1990.
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The Capital of Annapolis Endorses Frank Kratovil
The Capital, February 8, 2008
On paper, the Democratic race in the 1st District is a four-person contest, but most of the donations and party support have gone to Stevensville resident Frank Kratovil. And for good reason. The second-term state's attorney for Queen Anne's County is an articulate campaigner and is pushing a moderate slate of issues - he is for increased border security and against setting a definite date for withdrawal from Iraq - that could appeal to the district's centrists. Our endorsement goes to Mr. Kratovil.
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The Towson Times Endorses Frank Kratovil
Towson Times, February 6, 2008
Kratovil wins our endorsement. Not just because he has garnered endorsements from the likes of officials such as Gov. Martin O'Malley and Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler. Not just because the first-time candidate has far outstripped the other three candidates in raising campaign funds.
We like Kratovil's clear, detailed positions on important issues such as the war in Iraq, illegal immigration and health care.
On the latter, as he says on his Web site, "Universal coverage cannot be achieved until we accept the premise that every adult and child must be insured."
On the war, he says that setting a specific timetable for withdrawal "sends the wrong message to our troops, our enemies and, perhaps most importantly, to the other nations from whom we need assistance" to stabilize the region.
On laws to discourage illegal immigrants, he says that "I will work to deliver enforcement resources to the First Congressional District."
Kratovil's opponents in the primary are eloquent on these and other issues of importance. But we believe Kratovil displays a deeper understanding of the issues and a stronger problem-solving ability that would serve his constituents well.
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Volunteer Help at Polls
Anyone willing to help at the polls, please call Sharon Addison at 410.827.4237.
Kudos to Volunteer Zach Fang
One of a growing number of high school and college students working on the Kratovil for Congress Campaign, Zach Fang was interviewed by Jewish Times about his political activities and aspirations. In addition to his other activities Zach will assist in reporting the results at www.KRATOVIL.com on election night.
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There are lots of ways you can help the Kratovil for Congress campaign, including door-to-door literature drops, phoning voters, and attending/supporting events. For opportunity details click "Ways I Can Help" below.
Thank you for your support!
Copyright 2008 Kratovil for Congress Committe. All rights reserved.The purpose of Campaign Notes is to provide current information on the Kratovil for Congress Campaign.
More details can be found on our websites: www.KRATOVIL.com and www.Seniors4Change.com.
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