Alan Nunnelee for Congress campaign kickoff rally from Joel Wells on Vimeo.

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Last week, Senate Appopriations Chair Alan Nunnelee officially threw his hat in the ring for the First Congressional Seat (MS-01). Nunnelee's speech starts at about the 6:00 mark and he speaks for about 17 minutes. He takes the obvious opportunity to further tie Travis Childers' vote for Nancy Pelosi and explain their support of each other. However, his "I have a vision" mantra toward the end was extremely well-delivered. Unfortunately, the lighting was not really good for the video. That could be sharpened up, but otherwise, I think it was well done. This is definitely worth watching for political junkies who want a glimpse as to what this race will be like. It's shaping up to be a battle royale.

His message is dead on. He looked comfortable in the delivery. He will be good on the stump, for sure. Ultimately, it's a message that can win. If he can raise enough money, surround himself with good campaign folks and not stumble, this is a very VERY tight race in November that he can win.

As stated previously, I have personally made a reportable financial contribution to a candidate in this particular race.