A Stunning Turnaround
How Ethiopian-Americans for Change efforts led to a surge in support for Deeds
by EA4C Staff Writer
Thursday, November 5th, 2009
Creigh Deeds and the Democratic ticket suffered a sweeping defeat, turning what Obama turned into a “Blue State” back into the red column of the Republican Party. The loss suffered by the Democrats was stunning [...]
Choose Action over Memory
Vote on November 3rd in Virginia
Written by EA4C Staff
Dated: Monday, November 2, 2009
Do you remember the euphoria of November 4th 2008? Do you remember the magic you felt when folks of all races, genders, ethnic groups, and religions joined hand for one common goal—change. There stood Ethiopians for Obama joined hands with Eritreans for Obama. There stood Arab-Americans for Obama united with Jewish Americans for Obama. There stood an avowed atheist embracing a devoted Christian. For one brief moment, for one fleeting campaign, it seemed as though we were indeed at the footsteps of mountain top that Martin Luther King espoused in his dream. For one shinning moment, we became one out of many—E Pluribus Unum.
Ethiopian-Americans for Change is hosting Know Your Rights forum on Thursday, October 29th at Enat Restaurant in Alexandria VA. This event is free to the public. There will be a panel of election rights and registration experts who will answer your questions and give a complete overview of your rights as a citizen of the United States of American.
Poll Show Ethiopians in Virginia Can Make an Impact
With the Virginia Gubernatorial election only a week away, voter awareness is a key concern
Written by EA4C Staff
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Last year’s historic election was a watershed moment for Ethiopian-Americans. Prior to last year’s election, taking part in the political process was a key component that was [...]
