Zogby: Rhode Islanders Oppose John Bolton; Chafee Should Do The Same

[Mark E. Smith]

New Poll Released: Rhode Islanders Oppose John Bolton; Senator Chafee Should Do The Same

Over 80 percent of Rhode Islanders oppose the nomination of John Bolton for US Ambassador to UN, according to a recent survey taken by Zogby. The survey shows a growing disconnect between Senator Lincoln Chafee (R-RI), who continues to express support for the Bolton nomination, and his constituents, the majority of whom are opposed to the appointment. In addition, 55.6 percent of those polled said that should Senator Chafee vote for the John Bolton nomination, they would be less likely to support his reelection bid.

http://www.zogby.com/Soundbites/ReadClips.dbm?ID=11248

[paineinthearse]

1. Every DU'er within 200 miles should descend on Chafee's RI offices

this weekend to show our encouragement to vote against Bolton.

170 Westminster Street
Suite 1100
Providence, RI 02903
[phone]

320 Thames Street
Room 272
Newport, RI 02840
[phone]

Who's up for a visit? I can do Providence Friday afternoon.

[proud patriot]

2. You can do it Chafee

come on man, Get Up Stand Up !

[CottonBear]

3. Get up! Stand up! Don't give up the fight!

Do the right thing, John. :)

[fertilizeonarbusto]

4. OK, John

time to do something dramatic to save your seat. First, nail Bolton in his coffin. Next, cross the aisle-you'd be SO much happier with us, really.

[blm]

5. Exactly what Chafee needs to hear. My guess is that BushInc promised NOT

to put up a primary opponent in exchange for his vote, but, this poll shows that it doesn't matter....Chafee will lose the general IF he votes for Bolton and keeps supporting Bush.

[paineinthearse]

6. Reach out an touch a RI rethug

I'm serious.

Since Zogby says 80% oppose Bolton, now is the time to "reach out across the aisle". I went into the RI rethug website and extracted some upcoming events that we could attend and discuss this situation.

Who knows, Chafee may be in attendance!

http://www.rigop.org/RIGOP/Events/446.aspx

Thursday, April 21, 2005 (EST) - Spring Celebration
Location: Club Frontenac of West Warwick
West Warwick Republican Town Committee is celebrating Spring and you're invited!
Where: Club Frontenac of West Warwick
When: April 21, 2005
Time: 6-9pm
Come enjoy a spring evening filled with music, hors d'oeuvres, and good times.
Come and join us to celebrate the new season and meet the new Republican Party of West Warwick.
Suggested Donatation is $10 a ticket.

Tuesday, April 26, 2005 (EST) - State Central Committee Meeting
ATTENTION ALL STATE CENTRAL DELEGATES
EVENT UPDATES!!!
Barrington Public Library
281 County Road
Barrington, RI 02806
6:30 P.M..
1. Proposed Agenda is as follows:
2. Announce the New Chairmen and Members of Standing Committees
3. Treasurer's Report
4. Finance Committee Report
5. Report from General Assembly
6. Exec Director's Report
7. Volunteer Initiatives for Coming Election
All Repubicans are welcome to attend but only members of the State Central Committee are allowed to vote.

SEE WEBSITE FOR ADDITIONAL EVENTS, BUT HERE IS THE KEY!!

Wednesday, May 04, 2005 (EST) - SKGOP May Meeting
Honorable Senator Lincoln Chafee will be the keynote speaker.
Wednesday, May 4, 2005
7:00 p.m.
Private Room at Casey's Restaurant
191 Old Tower Hill Road
Wakefield
Hot Hors d'Oeuvres will be served.
The event is free and open to anyone however donations are always appreciated to support our events and future candidates.