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On the way to Chicago...
Thu, 07/10/2008 - 17:59 — Lou
... to attend the Convention of the GPUS, I found out that Cynthia McKinney had selected a running mate.
The Vibe.com blog is reporting that Cynthia has selected Rosa Clemente to share the ticket in the event she gains the nomination, which seem very likely.
Ms. Clemente is a community organizer, Hip-Hop activist and journalist from the Bronx.
Here's what she had to say about joining the ticket:
"This campaign is the opportunity the Hip-Hop generation has been working for. This is our time to address the issues affecting our communities – rising unemployment, the high cost of food and housing, a lack of quality public education and access to higher education, the prison-industrial complex, and unaccountable corporate media. These issues are not being addressed by either the Republican or Democratic nominee.
"I choose to do this, not for me, but for my generation, my community and my daughter. I don't see the Green Party as an alternative; I see it as an imperative. I trust that my Vice Presidential run will inspire all people, but especially young people of color, to recognize that we have more then two choices. Together, we can build the future we've been dreaming of."
Committed to environmentalism, non-violence, social justice and grassroots organizing, Greens are renewing democracy without the support of corporate donors. Greens provide real solutions for real problems. Whether the issue is universal health care, corporate globalization, alternative energy, election reform or decent, living wages for workers, Greens have the courage and independence necessary to take on the powerful corporate interests.
