A quick disclaimer
Generally speaking, I avoid talking about certain subjects– particularly politics, religion, money, and sex. People can get very personally invested in such topics. But I would like to make an exception this time.
A friend I met on Twitter would like to run to represent Kansas Congressional District 2, U.S. House of Representatives. She needs some help with seed money, and I’ll tell you why, dear readers, why I am voicing my support.
A voice for the “average” Joe
I decided to run because I feel that the average person like myself is not being represented not only in Kansas but nationally as well. I am the average Kansan..
..I know what it is like to rise above circumstances. Those circumstances have shaped me into who I am today – a strong individual who can take my experiences and use them to help others who are not able to help themselves.
quote taken from Joe Cheray: Help me in my run for Kansas US House of Rep CD 2, at YouCaring – Compassionate Crowdfunding
Joe Cheray – A voice for the average Joe. I think that could be a good campaign slogan. Yet I think it’s important I emphasize that Joe has responded exceptionally to what a so-called “average” person can face. Domestic violence, childhood sexual abuse, poverty, absentee parents, and broken family upbringing can face anyone; these issues know no gender, race, creed, or cultural background. I have had the great privilege to get to know Joe through Twitter support chats addressing these issues, because I have experienced some of these issues myself. I understand that she is very frustrated with how these issues are being addressed in her state.
At the same time, however, she knows some of my frustrations. I’m not from Kansas, but instead, I live in Washington state. Again, though, I know these issues still affect anyone, both in rural and urban cities. I can tell you of friends that experienced these things that live in cities like Tacoma, but also friends that once lived in Yakima, where Cimmy was born and raised, and where I lived with her for a time.
I have grown up in rural, small town Kansas. I have also lived in some of the bigger cities in Kansas. So I understand the challenges that rural Kansans face as well as those that live in the cities I have lived in.
Again, I’m certain that Joe will say the same- that so many challenges do not come based on where you live or how well off the people who raised you were.
My funds are tight- 3 out of 4 of the people in my family are on disability, and yes, that means I have a child with special needs as well. Please help me get the word out; I would like to see a friend have a chance to make a difference in our national government. Regardless of whether the campaign run is successful, or not, I think Joe and her effort deserves all the help she can get. Thanks.
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