Category Archives: Politics

The Innovation Platform

Posted on March 4, 2010 by Nate Westheimer

As many of you know, I’ve always been deeply involved in politics. I believe there is such thing has good government run by good politicians who write and pass good policy. It’s with this in mind that I’m excited to … Continue reading →

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Dancing to 'Hail to the Chief' and Sweating to the National Anthem

Posted on January 21, 2009 by Nate Westheimer

I believe my toes are still numb from yesterday’s Inauguration; but my heart is warm for two distinct reasons: The first was the sight of people dancing the The Presidential Anthem (‘Hail to the Chief’) for the first time in … Continue reading →

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One Week

Posted on January 13, 2009 by Nate Westheimer

I awoke this morning with very strong feelings. One week. It weighed on me. Today’s Tuesday. Next Tuesday Barack Obama will be President. As I got out of bed and got ready for work, I thought back so something Michelle … Continue reading →

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Mobile Commons Legislative Lookup Tool

Posted on December 22, 2008 by Nate Westheimer

In building technology for campaigns — electoral and otherwise — one of the most difficult tasks is determining which congressional district you’re working in. The databases which hold such information are generally out of date, proprietary or without APIs. Worst … Continue reading →

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Blue or Red

Posted on November 14, 2008 by Nate Westheimer

When people congratulate me on the Obama win, I tell them to congratulate Fran Ginn. It’s a cliche in politics to talk about your prototypical volunteer or case-study supporter, but the case-study story-telling comes easily to those who are out … Continue reading →

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Ohio needs you

Posted on October 19, 2008 by Nate Westheimer

If it’s not clear to you why we must elect Barack Obama the next President of the United States, please watch Fmr Sec of State Colin Powell’s stirring endorsement of Obama’s campaign. But while endorsements help win a news cycle … Continue reading →

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Campaign Update (Podcast)

Posted on October 16, 2008 by Nate Westheimer

I recorded this the other night: Discover Simple, Private Sharing at Drop.io

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No Regrets

Posted on October 8, 2008 by Nate Westheimer

No Regrets — My Story Effective Monday, I have taken leave from Rose Tech Ventures and am dedicating my next month to helping Barack Obama win presidential election by winning my home state of Ohio. On Sunday, I took the … Continue reading →

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BREAKING: Obama '08 iPhone app now available

Posted on October 2, 2008 by Nate Westheimer

Early this morning, the Official iPhone app of the Obama/Biden campaign went live in the iTunes app store. The application — which I was able to help test over the last two weeks, under strict muzzle orders from its developers … Continue reading →

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Registered to Vote?

Posted on September 21, 2008 by Nate Westheimer

Are you registered to vote? FYI, here’s a link to register. It’s important that you do this now (like NOW!) if you haven’t.

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