October 10, 2005 Fall Update

Hello! This is the second of three email newsletters I will send during the fall updating you on the campaign and county board work.

CAMPAIGN 2005 SNIPPETS … 27 days to go…

Candidate Forums Abound

Jay has attended the first of many candidate forums this fall. The Civic Federation hosted the first, followed by the Organized Women Voters, AAUW, Dover Crystal and Ashton Heights civic associations.

Two Successful House Parties

Many thanks to Freddie Lutz and to Mike Fortunato for hosting recent receptions at their beautiful homes. My parents attended the event at Freddie's and loved meeting old and new friends.

Tim Kaine TV ad Features Gov. Warner

Kaine for Governor's latest TV ad features Governor Mark Warner: Check is out at www.kaine2005.org/media/guts.php

Fisette to Co-Host Event with Sen. John Kerry on 10/17

Sen. John Kerry will be at the Arlington Arts Center to raise funds for the VA House Democratic Caucus on Monday, 10/17. We have some excellent candidates primed to win some delegate seats back this year. Tickets range from $35 to $1,000. For more info visit www.brianmoran.com/

Help Defeat Anti-Choice, Anti Gay Dick Black

Democrat David Poisson is running an incredible race to retire Republican Delegate Dick Black. Poisson can win! Black is the most anti-gay, anti-choice state legislator in America.

Black has just sent an inflammatory anti-gay letter across his district attacking Democrat Poisson. In his letter, Black says: "Poisson is a staunch homosexual advocate. He endorsed boys kissing each other in public school plays, advocates gay adoption and same-sex insurance benefits."

See the PDF file of the actual shocking anti-gay letter from Black. (750 KB)

You may remember Black as the legislator who sent Virginia Senators pink plastic fetus dolls with a letter asking, ‘Would you kill this child?'

If you donate to one race besides Tim Kaine, make it David Poisson. This would be a monumental achievement and send a message throughout Virginia.

You can contribute via credit card at the Poisson for Delegate website: http://www.poisson4delegate.com/donate-paypal.htm Please note "per Jay Fisette" on his PayPal page "optional instructions" field.

Phone Bank Volunteers Needed – The Fisette campaign is hosting volunteer nights at the Kaine phone bank. If interested, please call Jason Faberman at (703) 946-2589 or e-mail him at fabermanj@yahoo.com.

Yard Signs - If you want a Fisette yard sign, either contact us through our website (www.fisette.org) or call Jason at (703) 946-2589.

COUNTY ISSUES AND NOTEWORTHY NEWS

Affordable Housing Roundtable

The Roundtable was convened by the County Board to refine our policy about contributions from developers to support affordable housing. At the October 5 meeting we achieved general support for the framework of a compromise. This is difficult, but important work, with much at stake. I remain hopeful. Stay tuned.

Gov. Warner Appoints Fisette to BRAC Working Group

Governor Warner appointed Jay to the Northern Virginia BRAC Working Group, chaired by NVCC President Robert Templin, to address the potential impacts of the BRAC Commission recommendations on the region.

9-11 Remembrance

Arlingtonians gathered at Courthouse Plaza on the morning of September 11 to honor those who lost their lives and those courageous first responders who did their jobs so well. Read Jay's comments at www.fisetteforarlington.org/news.html

Equality Virginia

Equality Virginia continues its great work with the creation of a PAC to help influence Virginia's legislative elections. If you care about social justice and GLBT equality, visit the EV website at www.EqualityVirginia.org.

Katrina Task Force Established

Jay convened a meeting of nearly 50 community leaders in early September. Based on the discussion, the County Board established a task force to consider options for a broader community response to Katrina - including an Adopt a Community model. For more info, visit: www.arlingtonva.us/NewsReleases/Scripts/ViewDetail.asp?Index=1867

Fisette's Committee on Program Performance a Reality

On January 1, Jay announced his intentions to establish a system of third party, independent performance audits. The first three audits are now out for bid.

Dad's Army Reunion in Arlington

Jay's dad, Jerry, coordinated a 5-day reunion of his 1949 Officer Candidate School class. They saw the sights by day, then went to Democratic political events at night! Jay was the guest speaker at the closing banquet, held at Ft. Myer, speaking about 9-11 and emergency preparedness.

Thanks for your ongoing support. Please contact me if I can be helpful in any way&-and visit the website at www.fisette.org for more information.