Barack Obama will be our next President. It has seemed possible, and even likely, for some time. But that doesn't change how it feels now that it is an unshakable fact. Congratulations to all those who contributed to this campaign and helped bring America the leadership we need at the time we need it most.

I am also proud to say that Jeff Merkley has been elected as Oregon's junior Senator. Jeff will be a progressive voice for Oregon and for the nation, and an excellent partner for President Obama. It has been a great experience to work with his team this cycle.

Congratulations are also in order to Senator-Elect Daniel Squadron, of New York's 25th State Senate District. This was also a special campaign for me personally, as I live in the district Daniel will be representing in Albany! I know we can expect him to be a leader in the New York Senate, which will also be under Democratic control for the first time in forty years.

Rounding out the night for us, San Francisco Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi earned a second term in a broad showing of support for his progressive record.

So, a great night for America, and a great night for Media Mezcla clients. We're three for three for the evening. And did you hear -- President Obama?

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In one of the most dynamic races of this season, Campaign Engine client Daniel Squadron unseated a 30-year incumbent in New York's 25th State Senate District. Daniel's progressive program for reform in Albany comes at the right time. We at Media Mezcla are proud to have been on his team.

Congratulations Daniel!

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I knew Sam was a different kind of politician from the beginning, but when he started his campaign video with a quote from Alasdair Gray, one of my favorite authors, I knew I was in on something special.

Congratulations to Mayor Sam Adams, of Portland, Oregon!

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Today on Daily Kos, Markos points out that in our age of easy online communication, being politically engaged shouldn't mean being "deluged" by paper mailings.

In fact, he goes on to boldly state that "I will NOT FUNDRAISE for any candidate who does not pledge to stop direct mail" to those who prefer not to receive it.

While Markos has called upon web site vendors such as ActBlue to enable an opt-out checkbox for contributors who don't wish to be contacted via snail mail, there's good news for Campaign Engine clients today.

In the version of Campaign Engine you already have, our Form Designer allows you to add a custom checkbox to your contribute, volunteer, email signup, or any other form, by which your supporters can opt out of paper mailings. That status will be marked in their records and with every export of your list.

It's just a question of creating the field and dragging it onto your form. That's the simple approach we take to solving these real-world problems.

If you're currently a Campaign Engine client, please feel free to get in touch with any questions you may have. If you're not a Campaign Engine client -- we'll be standing by to make sure Markos will still fundraise for you.

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Welcome to the Alabama Democratic Party, our newest Campaign Engine client.

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As part of their new campaign for fire safety, which also includes print, television, and radio ad campaigns, the Fire Department of New York Foundation has launched a new web site, built with Campaign Engine.

The site offers public education on health and fire safety, as well as provides the Foundation with online fundraising and communication capability.

The site is now live, at www.fdnyfoundation.org.

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