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Newsletter - Issue # 7
(Sept. 11th, 2005)
New Bedford needs new leadership
 If we could do it again, I'd suggest a new Declaration of Independence for
New Bedford and a convention to ratify our vision. We'd want plenty of young
people to keep the dream alive, the hope well focused. Jefferson was only 33
years old when he signed the original Declaration. Over 20 percent of the
signers were 35 or younger. I am not surprised. That's why I support Matt
Morrissey for mayor. He represents a new generation of leadership, a fresh way
of doing business at City Hall.
If Matt were simply young and energetic, though, that wouldn't be enough. But
Matt has already accomplished so much. He is a true believer in the power of
education to transform lives, and I have seen him as a student and as an
administrator, fighting to create new educational opportunities for
working-class people. He has successfully served as a public and private
entrepreneur, as well.
Matt has walked the streets every day this summer, listening to the diverse
voices of New Bedford. He even created an impressive Web site for those eager to
offer their opinions electronically. Focused on the dream of what can be, he
knows we can do better.
A product of our local schools, Matt cares deeply about New Bedford, about our
dreams. And he knows he is not running to become a king, but to serve as a
dedicated steward for all those who want a better life for themselves, their
families and their neighbors.
We need Morrissey if we still believe in the dream.
ROBERT WAXLER - Dartmouth
Editor's note: Mr. Waxler is working for the Morrissey campaign.
Published in the S-T, Saturday, September 9,
2005.
Mayoral Debate -
Zeiterion Theater
 At
the first major debate of the race, held at the Zeiterion, Matt clearly
stood out as the most energetic and thoughtful candidate. The campaign also
distinguished itself with an overwhelming presence of sign-holders greeting
the 700 attendees. Please follow the provided link for audio excerpts of
Matt’s debate performance. [AUDIO HERE]
 Meet
Matt @ Café
Funchal
Fundraiser for Matt Morrissey for Mayor
1686 E. Acushnet Ave., New Bedford, MA
$30 per person - Sept. 22nd, 5 to 8 PM
Checks should be made payable to the
"committee to Elect Matthew A. Morrissey"
How
you CAN Help:
Volunteer
All hands on deck! Your
talent and energy is needed
to help Matt build a new
coalition for positive
change in every
neighborhood. There are many
ways to be part of the team...
[learn
more]
Make a Donation
Contribute to the Matt
Morrissey for Mayor campaign
online! Your contribution
will be handled securely and
will help Matt bring fresh
leadership to City Hall...
[make
a donation]
Tell A Friend
Tell your friends, relatives
and business acquaintances
about the Matt Morrissey for
Mayor campaign so that when
election time comes around,
they can make informed
choices based on a first
hand knowledge of the
candidates... [visit
our web site and use the
"Tell A Friend" link at the
top of any page]
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