It has been my great privilege to work for the people of this district for the past 15 years, speaking out on the issues important to Marin and Sonoma Counties.  Together we have made a positive and measurable difference in this country.

And now we have done something truly remarkable – we have made history and helped put this nation on a proud, Democratic track.  On November 7 your support paid tremendous dividends as I won an 8th term in Congress and helped the Democrats charge to victory in taking back both the House and the Senate.  You helped to elect other like-minded Democrats across the country, adding to the ranks of the Progressive Caucus as well. 

Over the years, and in this last election, you have allowed me to work tirelessly for my constituents and for the nation.  I fight against wasting billions of dollars on the Iraq occupation, corporate tax giveaways, and unnecessary weapons systems so that in turn we can effectively provide families with what they really need:  education, affordable healthcare, programs to balance work and family, sound Social Security and Medicare systems, comprehensive transportation options, green energy, and environmental stewardship.

As a respected progressive voice in Washington, I also speak loudly against the pre-emptive war in Iraq while supporting our troops and veterans, and for the preservation of our civil rights and civil liberties.

Education remains my number one priority and deserves to be at the top of our national agenda.  But, it won’t happen without additional funding and unless our children enter the classroom ready to learn – which means they must be safe, healthy, and nourished.

We have indeed made history in the last election, and now we must make progress.  I know that with your support, we will bring civility back to Congress and focus the agenda on issues that matter to all Americans and their families.  I will continue to call for bold action in dealing with the Iraq quagmire and will not stop until all of our troops are home.

It is an honor to work on behalf of the 6th Congressional District, and I am asking for your support to continue to serve.

Fondly,

Lynn Woolsey