When the Governor spoke to the Take Back America conference on Tuesday and laid out how his position on Iraq differs from all the other Democratic candidates, one thing was perfectly clear: people are sick and tired of waiting for this war to end and they want our troops to come home. If you watch this video of the speech the roar of the crowd says it all.

Democrats across the country are frustrated. Congressional approval ratings are as low as they have been in decades. I know I feel that frustration, and I know you do, too.

Sometimes, even when you're speaking the truth, it can seem that no one is listening. Well, we hear you loud and clear -- and it is important that you know that you are not alone, and that together we're building a movement to end this war.

Today I want to share with you just a few of the comments from people who went to www.notroopsleftbehind.com and signed the petition calling for de-authorization before the summer break and for all the troops to come home now:

"This madness needs to end as soon as possible. Thank you Governor Richardson for taking such a clear and strong stand." -- Michel from Davison, MI

"I have a 17-year-old son who plans on joining the military when he graduates from high school next month. While I am proud that he wants to serve his country, I am scared to death of him joining while an extremely dangerous and foolhardy war is in progress. Bring our troops home!" -- Jill from Reno, NV

"How many more ways can we, the people of the U.S., say this to make it any clearer?? Bring our troops home, NOW!" -- Paula from Exeter, NH

"Bill Richardson is the only politician today willing to speak the truth and act on it. De-authorize the war, the people must be heard..." -- Mitchell from River Edge, NJ

"We ask our soldiers to show courage but Congress is not showing courage. It is time to de-authorize this war. Now is the time before we have any more deaths. This has been a false war since its beginning..." -- George from Mason City, IA

There are thousands of comments like these and we will continue to put up selections on our website. Something real is starting here -- and I want you to be there for each step.

Every time the Governor speaks and provides a real alternative to all the other candidates by calling for the war to end now and for all the troops to come home, the response is overwhelming. People are ready for a new perspective, and a real plan.

And we need your help to make sure the Governor can continue spreading his message. Next Saturday is the end-of-quarter fundraising deadline, and we need your help now to build the resources to reach those millions of Americans who are frustrated and ready for Bill's clear alternative plan for ending this war now.

You can support the campaign, and give us the resources we need to spread the word by contributing now.

Thank you for all that you do -- you really are making the difference.

Sincerely,

Dave Contarino
Campaign Manager
Richardson for President