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Friends of Jim Blanchard

September 2001

Dear Friend:
For twenty-six years Governor Jim Blanchard has been an ally, friend and proven leader on behalf of
progressive government and Jewish causes. Now we have a chance to put Jim Blanchard back in the

Governor's office..., where we need him.
As a U.S. Congressman, Jim Blanchard fought for a secure, healthy and independent Israel, and
ears was
he
and internationally as one of Israel's strongest friends. For eight y
year
every
In addition,
widely regarded nat ionally
ilies
supported Israel in each and every battle in Congress, and there were many. suffere by Jewish fa m
r Jim
was at the forefront in raising consciousness about the human rights abuses
who lived behind the Iron Curtain in the days of the Cold W
ar, particularly
e President's Commission on the
former Soviet Union. In addition, as the first Michigan member oft
Holocaust, Jim was also helpful in creating the United States Holocaust Memorial in Washington, D.0

As Governor, Jim Blanchard not only championed public education and economic develop ment, but
steadfastly defended a woman's right to choose. He has demonstrated the leadership and vision we
Corporation from bankruptcy. In
need in government. In Congress he led the fight to save the Chrysler
g
tint
Lansing, he created the Michigan Education Trust, the nation's first
Ambassador to Canada, he spearheaded a new Open Skies Agr
Most recently, in the last election , Jim led the successful fight against private school vouchers...and has
stood up for the principle of separation of church and state.
Throughout his distinguished career, Jim Blanchard has also been a loyal friend of the Jewish community.
ive of our community. Indeed, with Jim
His cabinet and judicial appointments were heavily representat
to invest in State of Israel bonds.
Blanchard as Governor, Michigan became the first state in the nation
Jim has the experience and ideas Michigan needs now. He and Janet began campaigning by traveling to
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t
50 cities in 50 days. Then Jim visited 50 neighborhoods in Detroi
throughout our state. Jim Blanchard is bringing a new spirit to Michigan politics, a spirit of cooperation,
s, fixing our
compassion and innovation. Whether it's forging new partnerships to improve public school c
the
roads, cleaning up the Great Lakes or rescuing our failing mental health system, Jim Blanhard has

vision to lead our great state in this new century.
While all current public opinion polls show Jim winning the Democratic primary and the general election,
polls. Jim is campaigning tirelessly all across Michigan. And he needs your help. We
he
is
not
relying
on
need you in our campaign. By filling out the or
fm below, you can support a loyal friend whose experiences
You can help Jim Blanchard and help us build a brighter future, not just
and ideas can make a difference.
for the Jewish community, but for all of Michigan.

Sincerely,

Eugene Applebaum
Linda & Joseph Aviv
Madge & Bill Berman
Harold Blumenstein
Gayle & Richard Burstein
Sarah Deitch
Dee & Joe Forbes
Erica & Ralph Gerson
Barbara & Fred Goldberg
Jennifer & Brian Hermelin

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THE IDEAS WE NEED
The Experience To
Make Them Happen

Blanchard

for GOVERNOR 2002

390 W. Hazeihurst, Ferndale, MI 48220
(313) 309 - 4546

www.blanchardforgovernor.com

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Lisa & Steve Kaplan
Helen & Marty Katz
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Sue & Hank Marx
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