Hey Rockers,
In today’s news we have election reform bills, more reaction to the Pledge to America, students mobilizing to register people on their campus, and Justin Bieber guest stars on CSI. PLUS, we just launched a new site called Electionland where you can find out everything you need to know to vote this fall and ask questions! Check it out: http://bit.ly/9a0zez
CRUCIAL:
Senate Democrats again fail to pass campaign disclosure law: http://bit.ly/aFf8yu
A law that would require corporations and special interest groups to provide more details on their political donations failed to pass in the Senate.
Justice Department objects to court action on ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’: http://bit.ly/a1jnOM
While a federal court ruled that “don’t ask, don’t tell” is unconstitutional, the government refused to immediately lift the policy.
Colbert storms Capitol Hill for migrant workers: http://bit.ly/9t4Va6
Colbert stayed in character for his testimony at a hearing today, which caused some to speculate whether or not the issue of migrant labor is being taken seriously.
W.H. prepares for staff shake-up: http://bit.ly/cJHTS1
The White House is trying to clarify rumors over when Rahm Emanuel and David Axelrod will leave their posts and how it will affect the administration.
At U.N., Obama shifts emphasis: http://bit.ly/d9wXRO
Obama made promoting human rights and democracy a focal point of his speech to the UN yesterday.
“Pledge to America” Gets Mixed Reviews from Conservatives: http://bit.ly/cjrvZp
Not all Republicans are pleased with the Pledge to America, with some saying it’s too light on substance.
Rockin’ Rock Band with Rock the Vote: http://politi.co/d2H690
Politico’s Patrick Gavin stopped by our DC office to play some Rock Band with Rock the Vote President Heather Smith and Digital Director Jason Rosenberg!
Will Obama’s youth movement return for crucial midterm vote?: http://bit.ly/bp3rys
The Obama administration is hoping it can recapture those youth votes from 2008.
The youth vote in Wisconsin: http://bit.ly/dcD7pY
A Wisconsin paper breaks down how young voter trends in the state in anticipation of Obama’s visit to the University of Wisconsin next Tuesday.
UC and CSU campuses race to register student voters: http://bit.ly/dnJRLk
The University of California and California State University are making a push to register student voters before the deadline and they’ll be collaborating with Rock the Vote for an awesome concert on October 15.
Rock the Vote launches Electionland!: http://bit.ly/cfBmot
This summary of our new voter information center Electionland comes from Colorado, but we’ve got info there on every state! You can find out where to vote, how to vote, and more about the candidates up for election. Check it out: http://bit.ly/9a0zez
Judge denies class action status for unhappy Crist donors: http://bit.ly/a7mKiA
Many of Charlie Crist’s supporters who donated when he was still running as a Republican want their money back. The latest news from their lawsuit indicates that’s not likely to happen.
Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez Says Vietnamese are Trying to Defeat Her: http://bit.ly/aIMiOY
Orange County Democratic Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez is in some hot water for recent comments on who is trying to take her seat in Congress.
CULTURAL:
Watch ‘CSI’ With Only the Justin Bieber Parts: http://bit.ly/cOE07A
The young pop star guest-starred on last night’s episode.
Miley Cyrus Laughs Off Marriage Rumors: /bit.ly/8ZMbP4
The former Disney Darling recently addressed a bunch of the rumors about her in a YouTube video.
Oksana to Mel: I’ll Destroy The Tapes … for a Price: http://bit.ly/aaFK4u
Is Oksana trying to extort Mel for more money?
