Campaign Website Unveiled

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CITY OF BINGHAMTON, NY - Rich David has officially unveiled his interactive campaign website, www.richdavidformayor.com. David will also be embracing social networking sites as a major component of his grassroots campaign and public outreach.

When visitors access the site they are greeted with a one-minute video from David welcoming them, highlighting the interactive website and hearing about several core messages.

Through David’s website, residents can learn about his background and commitment to public service, his position on issues, his investments and initiatives as an entrepreneur, how to get involved in the campaign, upcoming events and related media news stories. In addition you can e-mail David directly, fill out a volunteer form online, sign up to receive this e-newsletter, and contribute to campaign efforts.

“In addition to taking my message door-to-door across Binghamton, I will also take it to the web," said David. "By embracing technology as a tool to effectively communicate with residents, I plan to take this campaign to a level not yet seen locally. While many local candidates for various offices have utilized a website, this website is interactive and my campaign will also utilize social networking sites to connect and inform as many people as possible.”

Since the site became active the night of his February 26th announcement, more than 120 people have provided their e-mail addresses for campaign updates and more than fifty have signed up to volunteer in various capacities.

300+ Pack Terra Cotta
to Hear David's Announcement

Rich David formally announces his candidacy for Binghamton Mayor.

CITY OF BINGHAMTON, NY - On February 26, 2009 Rich David officially announced his candidacy for Mayor of the City of Binghamton in front of a crowd of more than 300 people at the the Terra Cotta, located on State Street in downtown Binghamton.

David's announcement highlighted his background, professional experience, education, entrepreneurial efforts and vision for the City. He stressed that City Government must be run like a business.

"We must get back to the basics and focus on core functions of City government; functions such as police and fire protection, sanitation, snow removal, code enforcement, street reconstruction, water service, and a host of others," said David. "We need to re-evaluate, reorganize and streamline city services. Quite simply we need to reduce expenses and do more with less. Inaction is not an option and we can no longer avoid making tough decisions because they might be unpopular. Simply talking about making tough decisions is not enough. It's time we roll up our sleeves, get to work and get the job done."

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MARCH 5, 2009 • Issue I
242 Days Until the Election

Gear up for Parade Day

Elizabeth Bucci & Nousha Salimi give thumbs up for David's campaign.

Join your fellow residents of the City and the Greater Binghamton region to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the annual Binghamton Parade Day, this Saturday, March 7 at 1 p.m. Rich David will be out on Court Street to meet and talk with you. Look for free green balloons! Don't forget to wear your special edition David for Mayor Parade Day t-shirts! See below for more details.