Friday, June 13, 2008
Bai tou! Bai tou!
My fiance just arrived from Taiwan a few days ago. Her father was a legislator in the Taiwan government for several years, so she's very familiar with the way political campaigns run. Unfortunately she's already informed me that there is no way that she would ever ride on a float, smiling and waving like her mom did when her father was running. However, she has made some nifty designs for my campaign. During election season in Taiwan, there is seldom a moment when there isn't a blue truck plastered with election signs and blasting music and campaign slogans over loud speakers, barrelling down any given city street. I think I'd be breaking some ordinances if I tried that here, but here's what my truck would look like if I did!
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- Andrew O'Brien
- My name is Andrew O'Brien and I am the Democratic candidate for the Maine State House of Representatives in District 44, which includes Islesboro, Lincolnville, Hope, Appleton, Searsmont, Liberty and Morrill. I was born in Lincolnville, Maine and I attended local schools before pursuing a bachelor degree in history at Drew University in Madison, New Jersey. From 2001 to 2007, I lived and worked in Taiwan as a teacher and political reporter. During those years I also worked as a human rights activist and toured extensively throughout Asia with my rock band. In 2007, I returned to the US to pursue a degree in education. Currently I am working at a homeless shelter, writing for a magazine and painting houses. Living and working at a time of uncertainty concerning our state's budget and economy led me to the path I have chosen as a candidate for the State House. As a native of Lincolnville and as someone who has worked in a variety of trades, I feel that I truly understand the problems ordinary working Mainers face on a daily basis. I am up for the challenge of tackling some of the big problems in our state and I hope to share ideas with all of you on the campaign trail very soon!
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