Testimonials

Charles Courtemanche
As a health economist, part of my job is to study ways to limit the growth in medical expenditures while ensuring that all people who need care have access to it. I have come to the conclusion that the health care industry differs from traditional industries in so many ways that a private sector solution simply is not possible, meaning that a system of universal health insurance, as endorsed by Jeff Smith, is necessary. However, implementing such a system will be difficult due to the political power held by HMOs and pharmaceutical companies. We need a representative who is willing to stand up to interest groups and put the people first. I know that Jeff Smith is this person because he has already demonstrated the ability to raise money through grass-roots fund raising, meaning that he does not need to sell himself out to special interests to run a successful campaign. Please vote for Jeff Smith on Tuesday -- you will thank me later.

Ryan Covert
Jeff is the kind of dynamic, energetic person you rarely meet. His concern for others and tireless effort to better our future really shows how much he cares about my own and future generations.

Sara Frieberger
I have known Jeff since elementary school. He is an intelligent, focused, ambitious individual. Jeff has always been involved in education, sports and extra-curricular activites. He listens to understand others, and he is genuinely concerned about his community. May this best man win!

Martin Rafanan
I'm concerned that every child in our community receive a quality education. Racial disparities in education plague our public and private school systems. This unfair and unequal treatment seriously impacts life opportunities and threatens the longterm health of our community. Jeff understands this and can make a difference!

Bill Syms
Jeff understands that the fiscal problems in this country are enormous. He is willing to tackle them head on so we don't mortgage the future with irresponsible debt. It takes a really bright and forceful person to lead the way in Congress and straighten out our financial situation. You need someone who can think through these things and work across factions. I believe Jeff is this kind of person. Other than that Jeff has the right kind of values for the task at hand.

Tim Williamson
I had never heard of Jeff Smith until I recieved something in the mail from his campaign. I am so happy that an honest progressive from this city will stand up to the right wing's fear-based politics. The media airwaves are inundated with so-called conservative ideas. It's time to turn this country around, take it from the hands of corporations and give it back to the people.

Matias Avalos
My Mom supports Jeff because of his unwaivering commitment to education. We live in the city and Mom wants to be able to send me to public schools without worrying that I will not be receiving the best possible education. Jeff will make sure that I do. CHOOSY MOMS CHOOSE JEFF!

Howard Dean
The Dean Dozen represent some of the bravest candidates in the nation. Democracy for America is proud to support Jeff Smith.

Howard Dean
The Dean Dozen represent some of the bravest candidates in the nation. Democracy for America is proud to support Jeff Smith.

Harry and Bess Futterman
We think Jeff Smith has the best ideas for our Missouri district. Our mom supports him because they share the same views on every issue -- counteracting the poison policies of the Bush administration, improving urban education, supporting civil rights, etc. in fact, if they were any more identical she would see his face when she looks in the mirror. As Jeff himself has stated, "If John Ashcroft is for it, I'm probably against it." (and vice versa)

Aaron Gordon
Jeff is without a doubt the most passionate, most educated, and most driven congressional candidate in the country. He is by far the best chance that voters have in 2004 to elect someone who will stand up and fight for core Democratic values in Washington. I know Jeff and am confident that as the representative of MO's 3rd District in congress, he will fight for each of us, our families, and our community everyday.

Jim Hacking
I'm voting for Jeff because he's the hardest working, smartest and most energetic candidate in the race. His campaign has invigorated a sleepy electorate and helped renew my belief in the political process. But most of all, I'm supporting Jeff because he understands that shifting responsibility for our nation's mounting debt onto the backs of our sons and daughters will cripple our future. Jeff Smith will fight for them and for the democratic principles that make our nation strong.

Brian Hamman
Sending Jeff to Congress will be like electing ten representatives. He's tireless and capable of building the support necessary to make things happen.

Margaret Hasse (and granddaughter)
Jeff has demonstrated the ability to inspire young people (especially his former students) to find facts about our political system and go out and actively work for their ideals ...just as he so energetically is demonstrating. From my senior perspective, this is my most fervent hope for our country's future. We need our young people to make our government work successfully

Mary Long
This is our opportunity to elect a bright, savvy candidate. Jeff has the excellent interpersonal skills needed to bring people together. Jeff has experience on the national level, having worked on Bill Bradley’s Presidential campaign. I am 100% behind Jeff Smith

Missy Luft
Jeff is the only candidate in this race talking about the issues that I care about; healthcare, education, a woman's right to choose and handgun violence. He's also the only candidate with the courage to stand up for Democratic values.

Ashley Nathanson
Jeff has more drive, intellect and concern for people than all of the other candidates combined. His true democratic values and incessant hard work has changed the nature of this race. Jeff has shown that he is not only passionate about the issues facing our country, but he also has the ability to initiate necessary change. If elected, Jeff would be a dynamic and assiduous new leader for our country.

Brian Ponton
Hearing Jeff speak for the first time is inspiring. The knowledge, sincerity, and honesty that he speaks with are traits too rarely seen in our elected officials. He is definteley the kind of person we need in Washington.

Jennifer Victor
I've known Jeff since we entered graduate school together in 1997. He impressed everyone in Political Science at Wash U with his encyclopedic knowledge of politics that he offered with instant recall. Jeff embodies the best of American values and acts on them everyday: economic progress, international respect, national security, racial equality, gender equality, environmental protection...it's all Jeff. I don't live in Missouri anymore, so will someone please vote for him on my behalf?!!

Chris Wheat
I am donating what little money I have to Jeff because he combines the political savvy to be an effective voice in Washington with the compassion and know how to be an effective voice for us. Jeff is the kind of person you want as a leader, as an advocate, and as a friend. He reinvigorates my belief in the political process and will do the same for you.

Anne Wilding
The Democratic candidate we elect on Aug. 3 is likely to be our representative for 20+ years. I want a representative I am confident will work enthusiastically for our community in Washington. Jeff Smith has the intelligence, knowledge of public policy, leadership skills and energy to do an exceptional job for the 3rd District.

Barbara Woodruff
The 3rd Congressional District will be well served by electing Jeff Smith as it's Congressman. His youth and fresh, honest perspective will be a breath of fresh air to the Congressional chambers. I support Jeff Smith because he is a man of integrity and courage...a man who is not afraid to stand up for what is right or condemn what is wrong.

William Yandell
I haven't been as excited about a candidate since the Kennedy's were in politics. Jeff elicts the same excitement and feeling from me that Bobby and Jack Kennedy did. Jeff is a breath of fresh air. He bridges the gaps between all races and all people. He's not just about lip service.
Final Push
The election is next Tuesday. This is your last weekend to help Jeff. Please come out. We need people for everything from phone calls to stuffing envelopes. Please call us at 481.5333 to see how you can help.
The Buzz on Jeff

"He could be the sleeper."


--Jim Shrewsbury,St. Louis City Aldermanic President, from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Testimonials

Aaron

Jeff is without a doubt the most passionate, most educated, and most driven congressional candidate in the country. He is by far the best chance that voters have in 2004 to elect someone who will stand up and fight for core Democratic values in Washington. I know Jeff and am confident that as the representative of MO's 3rd District in congress, he will fight for each of us, our families, and our community everyday.

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