Obama and Gustav
I saw a video clip over the weekend where he said concern of Hurricane Gustav went “beyond politics.” As in this story from the AP via the Star Tribune he was urging supporters to be mindful of those who might be in need.
So I can’t decide whether this is incredibly nimble and genuine or kind of cynical and exploitive – yes, covering political campaigns makes you suspect everyone’s motives - but Obama’s North Carolina campaign offices announced they’ll be taking donations for folks affected by Gustav.
RALEIGH, N.C. – U.S. Sen. Barack Obama’s Campaign for Change announced today that it will begin accepting non-perishables and other materials at its 16 statewide offices on Tuesday and Wednesday in an effort to assist families affected by Hurricane Gustav. “We wanted to give North Carolinians another way to provide support to families that may be in need in the aftermath of Gustav,” stated Marc Farinella, Obama’s North Carolina State Director. “Our grassroots organization is ready and willing to pitch in and use its resources to help in any way we can.”Local residents are encouraged to bring non-perishables such as canned food, bottled water, first-aid supplies and other materials that may help people in the wake of the storm to their local Campaign for Change office. The supplies will be distributed to aid foundations that can ensure they are delivered to families in need.
The local Greensboro office is:
Greensboro
318 S. Elm St.
Greensboro, NC 27401
336.275.1964
