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Union: 'Members Win Big Gains' through new Wellsville labor contract with Dresser-Rand Siemens (Original Post)
Omaha Steve
Aug 2015
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AikidoSoul
(2,150 posts)1. I've donated to ACT BLUE many times. However, I've started
to simplify the transaction by going directly to candidate websites to donate. That way I'm more confident my money goes to the candidate of my choice.
Omaha Steve
(103,477 posts)2. Our four DU links go directly to the specified candidate
There is no other middle man. The candidate only pays the credit card fee by law. The DU has raised over $11,000 since May 1 for the four candidates.
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Omaha Steve
(103,477 posts)3. Results of donations yesterday 8-11-15
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Your contribution forms
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