Archive for October, 2008

Bob Hackworth makes Term Limits Pledge

Friday, October 31st, 2008

Mayor Bob Hackworth:
Ever since I began my campaign, I have been clear that I wanted to be a true citizen-legislator, not a career politician, and that I would not serve more than four terms. This pledge is not a new position, but something I have been saying from the beginning. Our campaign has always been [...]

Final Day to Request Absentee Ballots

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

Today is the final day you can request a mail in ballot (also known as an Absentee ballot) in Pinellas County. If you have interest in voting by mail, please fill out the form provided at the Supervisor of Elections web site.
Ballots may be returned via the mail or dropped off at one of [...]

Early Voting Hours Extended

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

For those who have been frustrated at the window of time they have to participate in Early Voting, breaking news from today may be very welcome news.
Early Voting hours have been extended — effective immediately — by way of an executive order signed by Governor Charlie Crist. All three Pinellas early voting locations will [...]

Seven Days and Counting - Last week to volunteer!

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

The following comes from Volunteer Coordinator Nicole Kennedy:

Hello Campaign Supporters!
We need your help this week!
Bob Hackworth proves a record of accomplishment, lets send him to Washington!
Please join the campaign over the next week as we work to Get Out the VOTE!!! We need help knocking on doors, making calls, and putting out yard signs.
Please [...]

The Candidate Replies

Saturday, October 25th, 2008

After the St. Petersburg Times endorsed the status quo in Florida’s 10th District, Bob Hackworth crafted the following reply which ran in Friday’s edition of the Times:
I agree these are “uncertain times at home and abroad,” as the Times so crucially noted. That my opponent “lacks a sense of urgency in dealing with the (economic) [...]

Forum Dates

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008

While early voting is ongoing in Florida and we’ve generally hit the apex of the campaign season, many people out there still haven’t gotten a chance to get to know their candidates and see them in person.
Several opportunities still remain:
On Top of the World
Democratic Club Meeting
2 p.m Thursday
Suncoast League of Cities
Candidate Meet and Greet
6 p.m. [...]

Huge Turnout Expected Election Day, Vote Now!

Tuesday, October 21st, 2008

The Supervisor of Elections is expecting a record turnout in this important election and there are worries that polling places may be very crowded on November 4th.
You can avoid long lines and delays by voting now at three early voting sites in Pinellas County.
The three locations in Pinellas for early voting are:
Supervisor of [...]

Pinellas County Schools Candidate Forum

Thursday, October 2nd, 2008

[ October 9, 2008; 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. ] Lakewood High School
1400 54th Ave. S., St. Petersburg
(727) 452-4263

Share your support by Phone

Thursday, October 2nd, 2008

The following message is from our volunteer coordinator, Nicole Kennedy:
There’s no one who knows your community better than you do, and no one who knows how electing the Citizen Legislator, Bob Hackworth, will help Florida’s 10th congressional District more than the residents and supporters within it. We invite you to help build support [...]

United Voices 2008 Tampa Bay Candidate Forum

Wednesday, October 1st, 2008

[ October 5, 2008; 1:00 pm; ] Westshore DoubleTree Hotel
4500 W. Cypress St., Tampa Florida
For more Information, please visit the 2008 candidate Forum website.