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9/20/11 - Are shoes "clothing?"

Are shoes clothing? Not if you ask the Defense Department. They have a policy to buy American made clothing, but – get this – footwear is exempted from the definition of "clothing." We learned this and a great deal more from Congressman Michaud this weekend on beautiful Bryant Pond with the Oxford County Democrats. I have come to appreciate this about Mike... every time I hear him speak, I learn something new. And, more often than not, it's about an issue that he is working on, or that he has solved.

It really is the mark of a true Legislator, in the best sense of the word. He helps the people in his district, whether it's a new road, or northern border issues, or Veteran's health care, or Buy American. Can't ask for much more than that.

I also was granted the floor for a few minutes to talk about the Yes on One campaign. The persuasion and GOTV portion of the effort is in full swing, and the vaunted Oxford County Dems are out in full force to spread the message. They are an energizing group to be around, and I'm sure if their effort is matched by networks across Maine we will preserve Same Day Voter Registration this November.

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