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On the pro side: As the party's star actor, Schwarzenegger would get worldwide attention, and -- to the delight of networks -- draw millions of potential viewers to the now scripted-for-television political convention...
When Arnold beat Gray Davis in last year's recall election, many punsters predicted that he would be a MAJOR factor in the presidential election this fall, camapigning aggressive for President Bush - in California, and across the USA.

Perhaps we can ENCOURAGE Governor Schwarzenegger to begin showing his support for President Bush NOW...
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Here is a ROUGH DRAFT of my proposed press release for next week's Kerry/Streisand protest at the Disney Concert Hall on THURSDAY...
What do YOU think about promoting this as an "Arnold vs. Kerry" event?
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - June 21, 2004 - Los Angeles

Schwarzenegger Supporters to Confront Kerry at Streisand fundraiser (6/24)

Los Angeles - Members of the Los Angeles Chapter of the Free Republic Network (also known as the "Hollywood Resistance Force") plan to join other local supporters of President George Bush and California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger on THURSDAY, June 24 at 6 p.m., as they protest Barbra Streisand, Willie Nelson, Billy Crystal and Neil Diamond outside a fundraiser for John Kerry at the Walt Disney Concert Hall - which was originally scheduled for the week President Reagan died. Carrying large signs that say, "OUR GOVERNOR can beat up YOUR (wimpy) CANDIDATE!" and "Reagan was The GIPPER, but Kerry is The FLIPPER!" they intend to contrast Kerry's image as a French-looking intellectual whose irritating tendency to "flip flop" his positions on important national issues makes him appear effeminate, with Schwarzenegger's "tough guy" persona crafted from his roles in action-adventure movies like the "Terminator."

"We support President Bush," says FRN's L.A.Chapter Vice President Ron Smith. "And, we believe that Governor Schwarzenegger shares President Reagan's gift for energizing Californians with a clear vision that will help President Bush 'terminate' Kerry's political aspirations."

"These 'Stars for Kerry' may have MUSICAL talent," Smith adds, "but POLITICALLY, they are dangerously naive. Unlike Streisand, Schwarzenegger (like Reagan before him) has had the courage to subject HIS political opinions to vigorous public debate - at the ballot box, not just at the box office. In the words of nationally-syndicated talk radio host Laura Ingraham's recent book, we believe that these "Stars for Kerry" should just 'Shut Up, and SING!'"

By harnessing the power of the Internet, the Free Republic Forum (FreeRepublic.com) gave birth to a new level of grassroots activism that demonstrates how dedicated citizens can effect change by awakening and mobilizing the vast numbers of Americans who still support the rule of law. The Free Republic Network (FreeRepublic.net) organizes, educates, and supports grassroots activists and connects national organizations with grassroots groups and activists across the country that share their common goals and beliefs.
For more information, contact RonDog
Note: The opinions of members of the Free Republic Network do NOT necessarily represent those of the management or staff of the conservative news forum FreeRepublic.com, Governor Schwarzenegger's office, the California Republican Party, or Bush/Cheney '04 - although, as Rush Limbaugh says, they SHOULD. :o)

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