I want to deeply thank everyone who supported me and worked to make our campaign a success. We ran a campaign based on integrity, justice, good will, and hope. I feel great respect and solidarity with the people who believed in me and the campaign platform and I am grateful for how this process has made us stronger. I will continue to work for the underdog, on the side of the people, dug in the grassroots, and firmly committed to universal liberation, racial and economic justice, and a truly progressive city. I remain humbled and inspired by those of you who face great challenges and continue to give a damn about each other and our communities. While we did not win this time, we made a positive impact on the Third District Alder race, and, true to form, we comforted the afflicted and afflicted the comfortable. Don’t be strangers and we will continue to do so much together. Thank you and much respect.

“Be not discouraged. There is a future for you. . . . The resistance encountered now predicates hope. . . . Only as we rise . . . do we encounter opposition.” - Frederick Douglass

Yours,

Matt Nelson
(414)273-9777
mattnelson64@hotmail.com

Click here for UWM Post Article

Tueday Feb. 19 Vote for Matt Nelson!  8pm Victory Party at Brewing Grounds for Change (2008 N. Farwell)

Food, Drink, and Appreciation all around! We’ll watch the returns in style.

Milwaukee, WI. Matt Nelson’s campaign for 3rd District Alder rides on with a crucial endorsement from the Amalgamated Transit Union representing Milwaukee County bus drivers and transit workers.

“We pride ourselves in supporting political champions whom work for the good of the people as well as the institutions being served. We believe in your candidacy! We hope your campaigning efforts breath and live in the expectation of victory. We know the opportunity to serve the people is near,” stated the endorsement.

Matt Nelson is the only candidate in the 3rd District race to put forth a comprehensive plan to improve public transportation.

“Good quality public transportation that is accessible to Milwaukeeans will positively impact the economic development in our city and has the power to bridge gaps in social and economic mobility, address racial segregation, improve physical mobility options for those who cannot drive, improve our environment, reduce traffic congestion, and lower the costs of many public services,” explained Nelson

New Video: What’s Going On?

http://youtube.com/watch?v=mkT6K18u-rQ

Good people, our time is now! Please tell everyone to vote for me on Feb. 19, peep the YouTube videos, and stop by Campaign HQ to pick up lit. I am honored and humbled by all the support that I have received throughout this campaign. Thank you so very much. - Matt

Nothing to it but to do it!  Link up and network our networks, get out the vote, and elect Matt Nelson for Alder of the 3rd District.

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=744842094

Join us, the real party’s happening over here! Watch the new 30sec. spot.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=M9B_yc-Cuds

Party for the people!
Saturday, February 9, 2008 7-11pm
Brewing Grounds for Change, 2008 N. Farwell Avenue, 414.273.9777

Yes, it’s party time. I believe that to mobilize for change in our government, we must offer more than dry meetings with patronizing leadership, pandering liberals, and arrogant conservatives who attempt to contain real transformation. I understand that fighting for what is right and just is as personal as it is political and societal. So let’s party, bring your friends and family! The event is also a fundraiser for the Matt Nelson for Alder campaign, so come prepared to donate and volunteer.

Musical performance by :

* Seb, preview music @

www.myspace.com/sebspaces06

*Universal mind, preview music @ www.myspace.com/universalmindz

Watch live video of the East Side Neighborhood Associations 3rd District Candidate Forum held on Wednesday January 16, 2008!

Nelson for Alder Debate 1of 2

http://youtube.com/watch?v=j5_ekdAnHpA

Nelson for Alder Debate 2of 2

http://youtube.com/watch?v=CDpEqMwoe3Q

More video footage:

Who is Matt Nelson:
http://www.youtube.com/v/IsObFm8DFhc&rel=1

Your candidate around the District:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huRI4AruYZs

Matt Nelson believes in a better way!

Come see your candidate at the East Side Neighborhood Associations 3rd District Candidate Forum

Date: January 16, 2008

Time: Doors open at 6:30pm. Forum runs from 7:00pm to 9:30pm

Location: Miramar Theater, 2844 N. Oakland Ave.

The Forum will consist of a series of prepared questions in front of a live audience. The event will be moderated by Bruce Murphy, Editor of Milwaukee Magazine. Questions will focus on the following five areas:

• City Services
• UWM
• Development
• Transportation and Parking
• Crime

The lobby will be open at 6:30pm to allow the candidates to meet members of the audience prior to the start of the forum at 7:00pm. A table will be available for campaign literature. All questions presented at the forum will be provided in written format to the candidates after the event for follow up with the audience if desired.

Because of you, I will be on the ballot in the Feb. 19 primary. Thank you so much for the love and support. In the short time that I have been in the race, the campaign has made a positive impact and continues to grow daily. I hear your voices calling for a progressive candidate that will fight and win for you in City Hall. As your Alder, I will stand up for the needs of our district and I intend to earn your vote. With your support, government will serve the people.

VOLUNTEER

• Be listed as a supporter of the Nelson for Alder campaign.
• Volunteer with the campaign to help get Matt elected.
• Get a sign for my house/apartment/business.
• Host a house party or neighborhood get-together for Matt Nelson.

DONATE: Now you can donate online!

To contribute to the Nelson for Alder campaign, make checks payable to:

Matt Nelson for Alder
2008 N. Farwell Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202

VOTE

PRIMARY – TUESDAY FEBRUARY 19, 2008,
GENERAL ELECTION – TUESDAY APRIL 1, 2008.

The maximum individual contribution is $417.00 and the maximum single committee contribution is $312.00. You do not have to live in the district to be able to give. A maximum of $50.00 may be accepted in cash and a maximum of $10.00 may be accepted anonymously. And remember, the Nelson for Alder Campaign is not for sale.