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September 01, 2008

Merkley urges Oregonians to support disaster relief

(from a campaign email)

Friends --

With Hurricane Gustav making landfall in Louisiana and countless Americans having to evacuate the Gulf Coast region, our campaign wanted to take this opportunity to let you know how you can help people living in those affected areas.

Speaker Merkley is asking Oregonians to come to the aid of our fellow Americans in need:

"Our brothers and sisters in the Gulf Coast region are threatened by Hurricane Gustav, and they need our aid right now. I know Oregonians are generous and compassionate, and I hope everyone does what they can in this time of need.

"In support of the relief efforts, Mary and I will be donating to the American Red Cross. If you have the ability, please join us by donating what you can to the Red Cross, so they can rush disaster relief where it is badly needed.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the individuals and families who now face Hurricane Gustav, and we hope for their continued well-being and security." - Jeff Merkley

Posted by Kevin at September 1, 2008 07:26 PM