I just learned that VP Cheney will be coming to Phoenix on March 15th to host a fund-raiser for the Republican incumbent Rick Renzi. Click here to read the article. Here are some of the important quotes:

"Renzi is getting another boost from the White House this election cycle. Last year, Cheney held a fund raiser for Renzi in Washington and top Bush advisor Karl Rove held one in Paradise Valley."

"President George W. Bush held a $1.8 million fund raiser at the Biltmore in November..."

"Tickets for the March event will be $250 per plate for the main luncheon and a $1,000 per person for VIP reception."

"Renzi is receiving substantial business backing, including support from Wal-Mart Stores, AFLAC, Cigna, Eli Lilly and Pinnacle West Capital Corp."

This is why we so desperately need your help. More inside.

I live in the first congressional district in Arizona and we have a one-term republican carpetbagger representing us who is a good target for democrats to gain a seat from. The district contains more registered democrats then republicans and our candidate in well known in the region.

His name is Paul Babbitt. He is the brother of Bruce Babbitt and the Babbitt name is big here in Northern Arizona. Please take a moment and contribute even a few dollars to his campaign. We really need your help. If you do contribute, please add 3 cents so the campaign knows the dollars are coming in from a progressive blog.

More about the race inside.