Today I had the distinct pleasure of meeting a wonderful couple. He works in construction and his wife is a hair-stylist. Their passion for our cause is so profound and we talked for at least 10 minutes. They are struggling as many people that I have come across in this line of work. They asked me to sit with them, gave me some bottled water and paid their dues as well. It was a fruitful endeavor as I also signed up three other people that were visiting them. Meeting people like these helped make our mission worthwhile and meaningful.
Yesterday while canvassing, I met a woman outside her home who was nothing short of amazing. I approached her and gave my intro and she immediately was hooked on the idea of Working America. While giving answers to question after question as she filled out my clipboard, the subject of the voluntary dues finally came up. She said she had no cash on her, however she was headed to the grocery store. She then told me if I met her in twenty minutes she would give me five dollars. I skeptically agreed and canvassed for twenty minutes and met her in the exact same spot and she gladly handed me a five dollar bill.
During my first few days of canvassing, a lady interrupted my introduction, grabbed my clipboard and said emphatically, “That’s enough! Say no more!” She grabbed my clipboard, signed up as a dues-paying member, and also had her husband sign one of the band-aids for health care reform. Her enthusiastic attitude was a big confidence boost for a new canvasser just starting out.
I was canvassing in Wapakeneton, Ohio, and ran in to a teacher. I gave him my rap and he was very excited that I had stopped by his doorstep. He was having trouble paying his medical bills so he became a member and he jumped up for joy as I assured him we’re joining together to fight for affordable health care, and we plan to win. Then he paid the voluntary dues and I thanked him for his support and contribution. He thanked me. I told him it was my pleasure to inform him about what’s going on in the world.
While I was out canvassing, I met an older man who lost his job to outsourcing. He had tears in his eyes as he told me about the steel mill that he had loved and lost. I told him how we were fighting back and his face list up with excitement. He jumped at the chance to do anything he could to help. It made me feel good to know that I had made his day. As I left he asked to shake my hand and he told me to “keep up the good work!”
We were out canvassing in Royal Oak, MI the other night when I met this great older lady. I talked with her about the importance of correcting the problems with our health care system. She agreed we need change and need it soon. She signed up as a member and was also willing to help with her voluntary dues for the year. I thought to myself this lady is helping her state and country out greatly and maybe she will be willing to do more.
So then I talked to her about the need to pass “Hire MI First”—a plan to make sure Michigan workers build Michigan development. She wasn’t sure about writing a letter to her state representative at first. After I reminded her how important it is to let OUR politicians know how we feel, she said well I was just sitting around doing some scrap-booking so I should be able to write that letter for you.
About 20 minutes later, my coworker and I needed to wrap things up for the night, but before we did, we stopped by her house and sure enough. In her door was a great letter highlighting the importance of jobs in Michigan.
Chris Antonneau speaks with a Marine family about health care. At first they’re not sure the issue affects them, but Chris lets them know about the struggle for children’s health care and it becomes clear — the need for quality affordable health care for all affects all of us.
As I was canvassing in Allentown, Pennsylvania this evening, I had the pleasure of meeting a woman who was very passionate about the mission of our organization. Although her schedule does not allow her to volunteer for us, she signed up and gave me her last five dollars to support our cause.
I was deeply moved and impressed by her willingness to give me all the money she had. We need many more like her with such generosity.
Today I had the distinct pleasure of meeting a wonderful couple. He works in construction and his wife is a hair-stylist. Their passion for our cause is so profound and we talked for at least 10 minutes. They are struggling as many people that I have come across in this line of work. They asked me to sit with them, gave me some bottled water and paid their dues as well. It was a fruitful endeavor as I also signed up three other people that were visiting them. Meeting people like these helped make our mission worthwhile and meaningful.
We were out canvassing in Royal Oak, MI the other night when I met this great older lady. I talked with her about the importance of correcting the problems with our health care system. She agreed we need change and need it soon. She signed up as a member and was also willing to help with her voluntary dues for the year. I thought to myself this lady is helping her state and country out greatly and maybe she will be willing to do more.
