Dear Friend:

Thank you for visiting my virtual campaign headquarters and web-site.  What an exciting year 2006 has been thus far!  We're in the thick of campaign season, and as I continue to travel the district and the state—making new friends and reconnecting with old ones-- I'm confronted with the issues that our great state deals with on a daily basis. 

Approximately 45 million Americans are without health insurance, we must redouble our efforts to provide affordable health care to those in need.  Quality education and the necessary funding to produce our next generation of leaders is my commitment to every student.  And we must not forget our solemn promise to every hardworking American- that he/she will be able to retire with the benefits they so rightfully deserve. 

Our work is far from over and we have much to accomplish in the 2nd session of the 109th Congress. The hungry are still aching with their empty stomachs, the sick often unavailable to receive the most basic of medical treatments, and the poor and economically challenged living paycheck to paycheck with little relief in site.

When I first ran for Congress, my campaign was considered an insurmountable obstacle, but with the support of individuals such as yourself, we made a difference and brought about a revolution in Wisconsin.  As we progress further into the 2006 campaign, with your continued support, our horizons are limitless and we know no boundaries

We have a long road ahead of us, and your continued financial support is needed. Because of the support of people like you, I've already raised over $340,000 toward my re-election campaign.  However, we have much work left to be done and it is vital that I have the resources needed to carry my message across the district.  You can help make the difference TODAY by contributing to my campaign.   You can give $10, $25, $50, $100, $250, $500, $1,000 or any amount that you can afford at this time, and it will be greatly appreciated.  Your support now is urgently needed!