Buddy Roemer Says NO to CISPA

Baton Rouge, LA – Americans Elect Presidential candidate Buddy Roemer issued the following statement on the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act H.R.3523.

The Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA), which allows companies to share your personal data ranging from use history to email communication with government agencies is in absolute violation of our civil liberties. The personal information once shared can be used in the name of "national security" or "cybersecurity,” but without regulation or the need for burden of proof. The invasion of our personal freedoms in this bill is appalling. On principle, but especially as Americans, we cannot stand by and allow this bill (HR 3523) to pass. The language is vague, the intent is threatening, and public discourse with professionals in security and technology about the bill has been absent.
 
Additionally, it must be of no surprise that once you follow the money you find the legs of this bill. Companies like Facebook and Google are in support of HR3523 as they will see a profit on their cybersecurity investment and data sharing. It has been reported that more than $30M has been spent to push this bill through Congress. While protecting the rights and safety of our citizens and internet users is crucially important, CISPA, like SOPA and PIPA are not the answer! Congress and lobbyists, please try again.

 

 

Governor Buddy Roemer is a four-term Congressman and former Governor of Louisiana. He is now participating in the first national online primary for President of the United States as an AmericansElect.org candidate.  He is known for refusing PAC and special interest money, implementing campaign finance reform, turning around Louisiana’s failing economy and cutting the state’s unemployment rate in half in just four years. You can cast your vote at Americanselect.org.  His website is www.BuddyRoemer.com

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AMERICANS ELECT HITS HALFWAY MARK IN ITS 50 STATE BALLOT ACCESS GOAL

There is no turning back, 50-state ballot access is within reach

WASHINGTON, D.C., APRIL 19, 2012 - Americans Elect has secured ballot access in 25 states. Over 2.5 million people have signed petitions across the country. Demand for a third choice in November is real and Americans Elect is offering that choice. Citizens from across the political spectrum are signing up to change this election and let the people, not the parties, nominate and elect the leadership in the country.
 
“As we reach this halfway mark with certification in 25 states, it is indisputable that the train has left the station, the momentum is there and we’re rapidly heading towards our goal of 50-state ballot access,” said Elliot Ackerman, COO of Americans Elect. “Personally, I call on every American to get on board, take action and demand that our leaders seize this moment to run unencumbered by party demands, special interests and SuperPAC money fueling negative campaigns. By joining together, we can create a unity ticket that can lead with bipartisan solutions that move this country forward,” Ackerman added.
 
At AmericansElect.org every American can help reshape the political system. Every voter can participate to elect leaders they choose directly and every citizen can take part in a historic online primary in June.
 
“Today 66 percent of the American people want an independent third choice for president. It is incumbent upon the citizens of this country to take action. Go online to AmericansElect.org and support and draft candidates who are willing to set aside party politics. Together, we can rid the country of the ‘no compromise’ climate that dominates Washington today,” said Kahlil Byrd, Americans Elect CEO. “It is up to every individual in this country to take ACTION. Enough is enough. It is time for leadership that puts country before party and aspires to solve the country’s issues before personal agendas.”

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Americans Elect's Technology Revolutionizes Modern Politics

WASHINGTON, D.C., MARCH 28, 2012–Americans Elect Board of Advisors Member Ed Colligan is a man with undeniable vision. Moving to Silicon Valley in 1985, Colligan established himself in the technology industry at Radius, Inc., a computer hardware firm. Colligan then moved to Palm, where as the first vice president of marketing he helped to develop and launch the iconic PalmPilot.

After Colligan left Palm he founded Handspring, where he and his partners launched what is now the foundation of smartphones–the Handspring Treo. Colligan brokered the merger of Handspring and Palm into Palm, Inc. and with him as CEO, Palm saw the creation of the WebOS platform and the creation of the Palm Pre line of smartphones. Since stepping down from Palm, Colligan has continued to have a hand in the technology world by investing in startups and mentoring tech entrepreneurs to help develop the next generation of cutting-edge products. Colligan’s technological expertise and foresight are great resources to Americans Elect’s Board of Advisors.
 
“Americans Elect is utilizing modern technology in a way that allows voters to participate in a new and revolutionary way,” said Colligan. “Innovations for nominating America’s leaders are vital to the 21^st century political process to create a more inclusive and effective system.”

Colligan's confidence in Americans Elect's technology was proven by the recent distinction of winning the People's Choice Award at this year's South by Southwest Interactive Festival in Austin, TX.
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Esther Dyson: Americans Elect Provides Opportunity to Elect Responsive Leaders

 

WASHINGTON, D.C., MARCH 27, 2012 - Esther Dyson joined the Board of Advisors of Americans Elect on January 11, 2012.  Dyson has been involved with numerous start-ups in software, online services, health care/genetics and space travel. Her wide range of experience in the world of technology—as well as her efforts to improve the world and reduce corruption through both her investments and non-profits—is a powerful contribution and valuable asset to Americans Elect as we change the election process in the United States. 

 “I am honored to be a member of the Board of Advisors at Americans Elect,” said Dyson. “I see it as a new non-lobbying group using broad outreach to select a candidate for the next presidential election – but specifically not to start a new party. The goal is to elect someone who is responsive and responsible to voters and to the people at large – not to either party or its funders,” Dyson said.

Dyson currently is on the boards of 23andMe, Airship Ventures, Inc., Eventful.com, Evernote, IBS Group, Meetup Inc., NewspaperDirect, WPP Group, XCOR Aerospace, Voxiva and Yandex. In addition, Dyson sits on boards of non-profits focused on fighting corruption and fostering transparency and the rule of law around the world. These include the Eurasia Foundation, the Sunlight Foundation and StopBadware.org. She also supports education and health as a trustee of the After-School Corporation and PersonalGenomes.org.
 
Americans Elect values and appreciates individuals like Esther Dyson who are stepping up and supporting Americans Elect’s mission of bringing democracy into the 21^st century and expanding the democratic process so every American voter has a say.

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AMERICANS ELECT NAMED SXSW AWARD FINALIST

Innovative Technology Acknowledged for New Way to Pick a President WASHINGTON, D.C., JANUARY 26, 2012 - AmericansElect.org has been selected as a 2012 Interactive Awards Finalist in the experimental category by South by Southwest (SXSW), the annual music, film, and interactive conference and festival held in Austin, Texas. Americans Elect is on the cutting edge of political reform - changing the way we nominate a President of the United States, and also emerging as one of the best new websites in the marketplace today. “Americans Elect uniquely offers everyone an online way to participate, regardless of party affiliation, in political discussion and debate, and results in a balanced ticket that is on the ballot nationwide,” said Joshua S. Levine, Chief Technology Officer of Americans Elect. “It is an honor to be recognized for our effort to reform the political process with American technology and innovation, at a time when our country is in desperate need of reform. If we can start to change the way we elect our officials, we can change the way they govern, and that to me is real reform.”   The country is demanding a third option – 66 percent of American voters believe it is important for an independent to run for president in 2012 – and Americans Elect is offering that third option. At Americans Elect, every voter’s voice is heard regardless of party affiliation. All registered voters are encouraged to sign up at AmericansElect.org to debate the issues, develop the Platform of Questions and select a candidate of their choice. The SXSW Interactive festival takes place March 9-13, 2012, featuring presentations showcasing the best new websites, video games and startup ideas.    ### Let's Make History! Americans Elect

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