McCain attracting top CRs

Story and complete list of the Straight Talk Michigan Young Leaders council

Today, Straight Talk America announced that its Michigan Young Leaders council that will play a large role in McCain's 2008 campaign. The 27 members all currently or previously held leadership roles with their College Republican party at their university or within the CR infrastructure. Not to mention that the Young Leaders council is composed of the majority of the CR executive board at University of Michigan, Grand Valley State, Ave Marie Law School, and Kalamazoo College. A few notable signings include Dan Carlson, the chair of the Michigan Fed. of College Republicans, and Mike Flory, the chair of the Michigan Fed. of Young Republicans. Given the prestige and leadership skills that come with their positions, this could be a much underappreciated signing. As the chair of the Michigan Fed. of College Republicans, Dan has the experience of handling and coordinating thousands of CRs, which will come in handy with Get Out The Vote. The Michigan Young Leaders council will provide the McCain team with the best College Republican networking team.

There is little doubt that CRs play a vital part in campaigning. College activism is an essential part of the Get Out The Vote operation, and will provide the McCain team with a solid foundation of volunteers. As discussed before, grassroots activism is a critical component of a primary as they are the people that will go knocking on doors, make phone calls, and pass out fliers. Take it from someone that knows firsthand, when advocating for a cause, few groups can compete with the College Republicans' passion and vigor.