My name is Dr. Marion Dennis Thorpe, Jr. and I want to represent the people of Florida’s 23^rd U.S. Congressional District (CD 23).  My decision to run for Congress in 2008 is fueled by determination to correct the plight of many communities within CD 23.  Though U.S. Congressional District 23 consists of multiple cultures and diverse people, the needs of the people residing in CD 23 are consistently aligned throughout the 5 (five) Counties of Broward, Palm Beach, Hendry, Martin, and St. Lucie.

We, the people of CD 23 need Jobs and Job Training, and we need to make Education a top-priority.  We, the people of CD 23 need to take care of our Seniors, and we need to take care of our two-parent families, our single-parent families, and our extended families.  We, the people of CD 23 need to reduce and eliminate Poverty.  We, the people of CD 23 need to revise Medicare and Medicaid guidelines so that we get the Health Care we need and deserve in a timely manner.  We, the people of CD 23 need to earn more money, and we need money in our Savings Accounts and in our pockets.  We, the people of CD 23 need to develop relationships with Banks, Savings and Loans, Credit Unions, and Thrifts.  We, the people of CD 23 need to embrace Economic Empowerment.  We, the people of CD 23 need to understand the importance of Equity and Home Ownership within the American Dream process.

Florida’s 23^rd U.S. Congressional District is experiencing a “code-red” crisis.  During every American crisis that has occurred since the inception of our Great Nation, the citizens of our communities have come forward with Ideas and Solutions.  They have come from places like Lauderdale Lakes, Belle Glade, Clewiston, Indiantown, and Fort Pierce.  They have come from places like Georgia, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, and North Carolina.  They have come from Sea to Shining Sea.  Imagine, my friends, the great strides we will make by collectively coming forward with Ideas and Solutions for CD 23!

On this day, I pledge to offer No Tax Gimmicks, No Pork Barrel Solutions, and no Flimsy Patches; however, I do pledge to offer heart-felt participation within all the communities of Florida’s 23^rd U.S. Congressional District, a good ear for listening, and a promise to visit often with my constituents so that I can gather and address your priorities.  I also pledge to treat the people of CD 23 with respect and common courtesy at all times.  Lastly, I pledge to maintain my campaign pace long after November 4, 2008.  In the simplest of terms, you have my word that I will continue to host Chew and Chats, shake hands throughout CD 23, listen to my constituents, attend Church every week, and frequent community centers and businesses. 

Imagine the positive growth we will experience when you send me to Congress as YOUR Representative! 

Imagine…  A New Day, A New Way!

Sincerely,

Marion D. Thorpe, Jr., M.D., M.P.H.

U.S. Congressional Candidate
District 23 – Florida

www.marionthorpe.com