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Cimperman Delivers 'Welcome Back' Gift Basket to Kucinich

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Cleveland City Councilman Joe Cimperman is eager to take on Congressman Dennis Kucinich in the race for the 10th Congressional District, but Cimperman probably doesn't want to take on the Congressman's wife Elizabeth again.

Cimperman showed up at the doorstep of the Kucinich home armed with a "Welcome Back" gift basket...

Elizabeth Kucinich answered the door and said, "I am afraid we can't accept gifts from people who are wrapped up with Washington special interests."

Cimperman doesn't currently live in the district he would like to represent. She handed him a floral arrangement and said, "I understand you do not live in the district, so welcome."...




Cimperman – A Politician Bought & Paid in Full

http://www.clevelandleader.com/node/4245


...The question, however, arises, since Kucinich represents his constituents well and he pursues a progressive alternative to the usual status quo politician, what and who will Cimperman represent?


...In essence, are the developers funding Cimperman?

With each significant donor, the reporter should apply the standard, “Has the donor ever received, or might expect to receive, special favors from the downtown Councilman.”

The truth is that Cimperman has been a sponge for donations from the top developers in Cleveland. Or anyone else within reach...



Joe Cimperman is lead fund-raiser among candidates for Kucinich's seat
Friday, January 04, 2008
http://www.cleveland.com/news/plaindealer/index.ssf?/base/cuyahoga/1199439276321571.xml&coll=2

In the short sprint to become the next Cleveland congressman, Joe Cimperman has banked $226,000 for his campaign, which he launched one month ago.

Cimperman, one of four Democrats seeking the 10th Congressional District seat held by fellow Democrat Dennis Kucinich, raised far more money than any other primary candidate in the race.

The four announced candidates voluntarily shared their fund-raising totals, which can be verified when they file finance reports at the end of the month.

Cimperman, a Cleveland councilman who represents downtown, benefited from connections he has made with developers and business executives...


Kucinich readies re-election bid

http://www.wkyc.com/news/news_article.aspx?storyid=81072&provider=gnews

Tom Beres
Created: 1/9/2008 5:57:21 PM
Updated:1/9/2008 7:24:51 PM

CLEVELAND -- Tenth District Congressman Dennis Kucinich is getting ready for a different kind of campaign for him.
He's won handily over opponents in his last five re-election attempts.

But now he's facing a batch of candidates including three present or former officeholders...


Kucinich has been unwilling to debate in previous re-election campaigns. But he claims he's already asked the City Club to set up dates.

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http://www.cleveland.com/news/plaindealer/index.ssf?/base/cuyahoga/119995756665760.xml&coll=2

...Kucinich did not name him but referred to Cimperman, who has quickly raised $226,000 for his campaign, as a candidate representing corporate interests.

"Visualize millions of dollars pouring in to try to squash our efforts," Kucinich said. He also complained that Cimperman visited his home Wednesday morning...

Kucinich described the visit as a surprise that was the most intrusive political act in his 40 years in public life...

Kucinich's portrayal of the event caused several labor leaders to yell, "We got your back."...


AFL-CIO backs Kucinich re-election

http://www.wkyc.com/news/news_article.aspx?storyid=81073&provider=gnews

Lydia Esparra

CLEVELAND -- Ohio's largest central labor body says Dennis Kucinich should keep his congressional seat...

The federation says Dennis has been and always will be their man.

And he has been their strongest supporter...

Kucinich says, "I know I am a long shot for the office of president. My run for the presidency is soley to give my district a voice."


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Councilman Hangs ‘Missing’ Dennis Kucinich Posters
http://www.myfoxcleveland.com/myfox/pages/News/Detail?contentId=5437219&version=2&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=VSTY&pageId=3.2.1
Last Edited: Wednesday, 09 Jan 2008, 4:09 PM EST
Created: Wednesday, 09 Jan 2008, 1:53 PM EST