Originally Published "State of the Nation" by Brandon Jones at Desk of Brian.com:
http://sites.google.com/site/thedeskofbrian/state-of-the-nation/organizingforamericaencourageliberalstocallradioshowsThe latest greatest effort to stir support for Obamacare. The powerhouse activist group Organizing for America launched their new website:
http://radio.barackobama.com/GOAL: "The fate of health reform has been a focus of debate in living rooms
and offices, on TV and online -- and on talk radio. And since millions
of folks turn to talk radio as a trusted source of news and opinions,
we need to make sure OFA supporters are calling in with a pro-reform
message."
It's apparently time give Liberal supporters some Cliff Notes and talking points and send them out to face Conservative Talk Shows. Rush Limbaugh has always identified these individuals as "Seminar Callers" having frequented his show for years.
More from the site:
CALLING TIPS
- Be polite, respectful, and clear. Remember, you represent Organizing for America.
- How radio stations will connect you will depend on the
show. Some radio shows may connect you right away, but most will take
your name and basic info and put you on hold. You may or may not be
able to hear the broadcast on the show while you're waiting. You may
hear the radio host say something like, "Hello, we have your name on the line with us."
- Some hosts may challenge your views. Stay calm and firm. Sharing a
personal story about how health reform affects you and your family is a
great way to show the importance and urgency of health reform.
- If you can't get through, don't worry! If the show you call is busy
or not accepting calls at the moment you call in, simply click "Give me
another show" to find another.
DISCUSSION POINTS
These points are only to provide extra information and suggestions. Your personal story will make the most compelling message.
- For
most Americans, their health care plan covers too little and costs too
much. Far too many people delay or even skip the care they need because
they simply can’t afford it.
- The plan the President
laid out includes the largest health care tax cut for middle class
families in history and makes coverage more affordable for tens of
millions of families and small business owners and expands coverage to
over 31 million Americans who are currently uninsured.
This plan will give millions of Americans new choices in health
insurance by making coverage more affordable, ending the denial of
coverage for pre-existing conditions, putting power in the hands of
consumers instead of insurance companies and providing one of the
largest tax cuts in history while also reducing our national deficit.
- Reform
couldn’t be more urgent – just this month consumers in California were
told their premiums could go up as much as 39 percent.
- Too
many in Washington are now saying that we should delay or give up on
reform entirely, but Americans understand the stakes for our economy
and our lives, and we want action.
I personally have always welcomed opposing discussion, but find most people are aligned with the party, believe what they believe and can't or won't back it up.
To the Discussion Poinsts:
More than half of the 31 million people that are uninsured (according to these claims) choose NOT to purchase insurance (earning $50,000 per year or more) or simply don't apply for programs like Medicaid.
Obama solution: force them.
Next, there is no decrease in deficit because of the fuzzy math. This ten year plan yields only six years of benefits. Taxation begins immediately with the coverages starting four years from now -- not real, real urgent after all.
Moreover, if we look at full ten years of coverage, the Congressional Budget Office estimates the cost at $2.5 trillion.
I'd love to have open debates with supporters, but they are few and far between. If you are up for the challenge, let me know.
http://radio.barackobama.com/
