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September 27, 2002
Dear Editor:
Contrary to Ron Williams' opinion, the
Green Party does win elections. In just a few short years, the Green
Party has gone from a handful of state parties and elected officials, to a
nationally organized party with public officials elected across the
nation.
This rapid growth has been accomplished
while remaining true to the Green Party's principle of grassroots
democracy. Among the highlights of today's Green Party:
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561 Greens ran for office and 101
Greens were elected in 2000 and 2001.
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An all time high of 136 Greens hold
elected office as of February 2002
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Delaware Green Party registrations
are at an all-time high of 236, 578 and growing
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A City Council majority in
Sebastopol, CA
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Five Green Mayors
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A national party office with staff
open in Washington, DC
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National Committee Status
recognition by the Federal Elections Commission
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Green Parties organized and active
in 45 states
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Twenty-two states with ongoing
ballot status through the 2002 elections
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Formal international relations with
Green Parties around the world
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The establishment of an independent
national Campus Greens network and
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An increasing part in the American
political landscape as a progressive alternative to the status quo.
The Green Party has come a long way in
just a few short years. And it has done this by keeping its feet on the
ground while reaching for the stars.
Submitted by:
J. Roy Cannon
J. Roy Cannon
Delaware Media Representative
Green Party of the United States
117 Larkspur Road
Newark, Delaware 19711-6863
(302) 738-9963
jcannon11@comcast.net
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