Capital Region MoveOn Members
RALLY FOR AN “OIL-FREE PRESIDENT”

National Events Highlight John McCain’s Close Friendship with Big Oil, and Question His Commitment to Lower Gas Prices, Energy Independence

Albany, Troy, Saratoga, Hudson – On Wednesday, July 9th, MoveOn members will hold rallies for an “oil-free president” to call attention to John McCain’s close ties to the oil industry. The events will highlight Senator McCain’s history of protecting oil company profits at a time when consumers need real solutions to rising gas prices. This event is one of hundreds around the country. The National Day of Action takes place as gas prices have spiked to an all-time high, and oil companies are coming off a year of record profits.

“John McCain’s close ties to Big Oil mean he can’t be trusted to lead our country toward real relief at the gas pump,” said Lauren Turczak, a stay at home Mom from Greenwich. “Most Americans are struggling to make ends meet, but oil companies are making record profits. We need a President who will stand up to Big Oil, not protect their profits like John McCain.”

Senator McCain’s campaign employs over 100 lobbyists, and a dozen of his top advisors’ firms have lobbied on behalf of major oil corporations. He has received over $1 million in lifetime support from oil and gas companies.
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“National Day of Action for an Oil-Free President” Event Details:

What: Rallies for an “oil-free president”:
MoveOn members hold events to profile John McCain’s close ties to Big Oil
When: Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Where:
Albany: 4pm: Lark St and Madison Ave (Mobil Station)
Troy: 4:15pm: Congress St/Pawling Ave Rt 66)/Brunswick Rd Rte. 2 (Stewarts)
Saratoga: 5pm: Broadway and Lincoln Ave (Mobil station)
Hudson: 5:15pm: Route 9 and Green St (Stewarts)

Find details & sign up to attend at political.moveon.org/event/oilfreepresident

Excellent visuals. Residents at local gas stations
with signs and leaflets, talking with customers and passersby.

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"McCain Heads to Texas to Sell His Soul to Big Oil," ThinkProgress, June 16, 2008 andrea (at) moveon.org&t=5">www.moveon.org/r