'Veterans for Ron Paul’ Coalition Launch!

[Matt Collins]

Ron Paul Iowa Team Announces ‘Veterans for Ron Paul’ Coalition


Hawkeye State heroes still fighting – for Ron Paul


ANKENY, Iowa - The Iowa component of the Ron Paul 2012 presidential campaign today announced the national “Veterans for Ron Paul” coalition to energize supporters of Dr. Paul who were members of the U.S. armed forces.

In announcing this national coalition, the Iowa team praised the participation of Iowa legislative and political leaders who are veterans and are working to elect Dr. Paul the Republican nominee for the presidency.

“Out of the entire Republican field of candidates and including President Obama, Congressman Ron Paul is the only candidate for the presidency who has served in the military,” said Iowa House Rep. Glen Massie (R-Des Moines).

“Dr. Paul is a man of unimpeachable integrity whether this is measured against his character or his decades-long record of public service. I am certain Iowa’s veterans will answer the call for the mission of supporting Ron Paul for president just as they have answered the solemn call to serve their country in times of urgent need,” said Rep. Massie, who serves on the “Veterans for Ron Paul” national advisory board.

Rep. Massie is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and in May he became the first Iowa legislator to endorse Dr. Paul for the Republican nomination.

“As a veteran, I am proud to lend my support to this military-friendly initiative in support of Dr. Paul,” said Iowa Campaign Chairman Drew Ivers.

“Active-duty men and women recently demonstrated their support for Dr. Paul by contributing much more to his presidential campaign than they have to those of other Republican candidates. Now America’s veterans, too, have a chance to showcase their enthusiasm for Dr. Paul’s candidacy and we expect an outpouring of interest among this group as well,” said Mr. Ivers.

Mr. Ivers is a combat-wounded U.S. Army veteran and was awarded a purple heart for injuries he sustained while serving in Vietnam.

As a first basic step, those wanting to join the “Veterans for Ron Paul”coalition should visit www.RonPaul2012.com/Veterans

[harikaried]

If dusman's ad doesn't get picked by the Revolution PAC, we should get it updated with the Veterans for Ron Paul info and push it ourselves!
http://www.creativesagest.com/iowa-ad-small-v4.jpg

[Ethek]

I read it as 'Lunch' and got hungry. As a Veteran I approve!

[patriot4peace]

This is fantastic! And I totally love the above ad!! It's awesome! :D

[harikaried]

Looking at census data, 3 states have over 1 million veterans (http://www.infoplease.com/spot/veteranscensus1.html):
California: 2 million
Florida: 1.6 million
Texas: 1.6 million

Those states have populations of 37m, 25m, 19m respectively; so veteran to population density:
Florida: 8.4%
Texas: 6.4%
California: 5.4%

We should run the military/veteran ads for Ron Paul starting in Florida?

[Icymudpuppy]

I don't like the graph. A regular pie graph where ron's 50% donations actually is 50% of the graphs area would be much more clear.

[harikaried]

I don't like the graph. A regular pie graph where ron's 50% donations actually is 50% of the graphs area would be much more clear.
Yeah, right now it's more of a bar graph put in a circle shape. Having a graph that fills up 50% of the space delivers the message that Ron Paul gets the most.

[Icymudpuppy]

Something like this would be much more clear.


http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f200/icymudpuppy/Militarypiegraph.jpg

[TonySutton]

why does a link for RonPaul2012.com send me to a facebook page?

[HOLLYWOOD]

"all the other GOP candidates" is upside down... may I suggest it be wrapped right-side up left to right.

Where's the VFW link and/or stamp of Approval? Has Ron Paul been scheduled to visit VFW halls in Veteran Meet N Greets in Iowa? NH?

I've seen nothing on the campaign schedule of stopping by even in the Iowa towns he's visiting.

http://www.vfw.org/oms/findpost.aspx

http://www.newscholarships.org/images/VFW.jpg

[outspoken]

I think it is important to note that RP has more support than all other GOPs AND the current Prez COMBINED! This needs to be emphasized and we need to keep drilling home that RP is the only candidate that on EVERY issue advocates on the basis of the principles set forth by the Constitution. Unfortunately, there are still too many people, Tea Party included, that have very little understanding of the Constitution and thus RP is not as understood or as popular as he should be. Times are a changing though...

[harikaried]

If Rick Perry enters, both he and Ron Paul will share the title of previously serving in the military:
http://blog.chron.com/txpotomac/2011/08/perry-watch-military-veterans-create-super-pac-to-help-governors-presidential-efforts/

We should push the message now that Ron Paul is the only candidate with military experience. The initial message will stick, and people will learn about Ron Paul even if Rick Perry joins the race.

[Maximus]

Would it be possible to turn that into a direct mail piece and send it to military homes?

Or even as slim jims we can go door to door with?

[Tinnuhana]

Maybe the graph form used was to sort of look like a radar screen...military connect.

[specsaregood]

If Rick Perry enters, both he and Ron Paul will share the title of previously serving in the military:
http://blog.chron.com/txpotomac/2011/08/perry-watch-military-veterans-create-super-pac-to-help-governors-presidential-efforts/

We should push the message now that Ron Paul is the only candidate with military experience. The initial message will stick, and people will learn about Ron Paul even if Rick Perry joins the race.

If Perry enters the race I predict at least one fox news talking head will report that he is the only candidate with military experience.

[Pro-Life Libertarian]

If dusman's ad doesn't get picked by the Revolution PAC, we should get it updated with the Veterans for Ron Paul info and push it ourselves!
http://www.creativesagest.com/iowa-ad-small-v4.jpg

I think it would be more appropriate for it to say Captain Paul rather than Dr. Paul. Or maybe it would be better to just have Congressman Paul or Representative Paul. Eh, not a big deal at all.

[Revolution9]

Maybe the graph form used was to sort of look like a radar screen...military connect.

I agree. As a graphical element it is eye catching in this context. I believe most won't have a hard time with it after a good look.

Rev9

[Icymudpuppy]

I agree. As a graphical element it is eye catching in this context. I believe most won't have a hard time with it after a good look.

Rev9

Our movement continues to overestimate the mental capacity of the average voter.

[TRIGRHAPPY]

As a vet, I approve!

I do think the Capt's suggestion needs to stick.... A regular pie chart conveys the message much better than that one.

[outspoken]

While Paul and Perry can both claim to have military experience, only one of them can boast of at one point being elected as a democrat and having served as Al Gore's mananger and right hand man. :P

[XTreat]

American legion and VFW are non-partisan groups. They most likely won't allow a politician to speak at their halls.

[XTreat]

I am making a promotional video to be played at Ames of veterans saying why they support Ron Paul and why he is the choice for us. Send me a PM if this is something you are interested in helping with.

see this thread:

http://www.ronpaulforums.com/showthread.php?294935-Veterans!-Make-a-video-for-youtube.

[Napoleon's Shadow]

I am making a promotional video to be played at Ames of veterans saying why they support Ron Paul
Huh? Where will this be shown?

[XTreat]

Huh? Where will this be shown?

I sent you a PM

[dusman]

Something like this would be much more clear.


http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f200/icymudpuppy/Militarypiegraph.jpg

I'll create a version with that. Not a bad idea, I just figured this way was more interesting and makes the reader think about what he is looking at.

Nice to see the ad, potentially, come back into play and with pretty good timing too. =)


Maybe the graph form used was to sort of look like a radar screen...military connect.

Did I mention I was a PATRIOT Operator.. looking at a radar screen all day long?

Hmm.. looks like there is a large object associated with Ron Paul coming from the Northwest.

Blimp revival? No.. not yet?

[dusman]

[delete]

[harikaried]

If Rick Perry enters, both he and Ron Paul will share the title of previously serving in the military:
http://blog.chron.com/txpotomac/2011/08/perry-watch-military-veterans-create-super-pac-to-help-governors-presidential-efforts/

We should push the message now that Ron Paul is the only candidate with military experience. The initial message will stick, and people will learn about Ron Paul even if Rick Perry joins the race.Someone else made a thread about going to retirement homes. Are there many veterans in retirement homes? Or at least those in retirement homes might be favorable towards the military background and peace position?

[nobody's_hero]

Maybe the graph form used was to sort of look like a radar screen...military connect.

I agree. As a graphical element it is eye catching in this context. I believe most won't have a hard time with it after a good look.

Rev9 Our movement continues to overestimate the mental capacity of the average voter.

LMAO. True that.

I agree, I think it should be done in the form of a traditional pie chart.

[Nickwanz]

If dusman's ad doesn't get picked by the Revolution PAC, we should get it updated with the Veterans for Ron Paul info and push it ourselves!
http://www.creativesagest.com/iowa-ad-small-v4.jpg

I posted this picture (just the picture) on the Virginian Pilot's facebook page. And they deleated it. What is offensive about it?

[Thomas]

Since there is an official coalition and FB page http://www.facebook.com/VeteransForRonPaul?sk=wall, should I delete the Armed Forces for Ron Paul 2012 page http://www.facebook.com/RP2012MIL ?

[nobody's_hero]

Since there is an official coalition and FB page http://www.facebook.com/VeteransForRonPaul?sk=wall, should I delete the Armed Forces for Ron Paul 2012 page http://www.facebook.com/RP2012MIL ?

I wouldn't, just befriend (or 'like') the official coalition and if they find one facebook group, they'll probably find the other.

[dusman]

I posted this picture (just the picture) on the Virginian Pilot's facebook page. And they deleated it. What is offensive about it?

Please refrain from using this just yet, since the rights to that image haven't been purchased yet. I might get it tonight and rework it with some of the suggestions made and make variations for general use by whoever would like to.

[Nickwanz]

Please refrain from using this just yet, since the rights to that image haven't been purchased yet. I might get it tonight and rework it with some of the suggestions made and make variations for general use by whoever would like to. Sorry about that, I guess its good they deleated it then. I just saw the paid for by revolution pac part on it.

[Matt Collins]

Can we get over 2000 "likes" on the Veterans for Ron Paul Coalition?
http://www.facebook.com/VeteransForRonPaul