3/12/10
Thank you Marlo for sharing your wonderful memories of our dear Granny D ... and for sharing your award winning film with us too! (What a treat! I will forward it far and wide)

It doesn’t seem that long ago, Marlo, since we campaign volunteers straggled in from all over the country to lend a hand to our adopted Granny in her shoestring campaign… my memories of that time are still as vivid as the NH autumn colors. 

I was crestfallen to learn of her sudden passing this week.

Please know that those of us who embraced her ideals for our beloved country shall carry her banner, for fairness and equity, and a return to Government “By the People.” She has shown us the way, but alas, her sneakers could never be filled. 

Rest in perfect peace, dear Doris, our own Granny D.  Those who knew you, certainly loved you.

The spirit that she portrayed was grand it left me feeling we as regular people can make a difference if we just put our minds to do so.  My heart went out to her even though I know she did not win I still felt compelled to cheer her on to victory.

Doris “Granny D” Haddock is my hero (heroine). She’s a living model of what democracy in action looks like. If you haven’t, read her speeches. She has an eloquent gift for cutting to the chase of the problems we face as a nation.

Bob Moore

This film showed exactly the reality of just how dirty politics are. Granny D was sabbotaged by her own political party. Any candidate running for Governor who cannot endorse his party"s Senatorial candidate is a real jackass and as for Howard Dean avoiding a photo op with Granny D showed why he is the loser that he is. I feel sorry for the people of New Hampshire because I think they lost out on a candidate who would have truly fought for the people. People should realize that age is just a number and that the determination, honesty and character demonstrated by Granny D throughout her campaign showed how hard she was willing to work for the average American. Granny D you may have lost the election but you won the hearts of real Americans. God bless you!

“I’d like to plant a few more seeds before they plant me.” Those are the last words Granny D speaks in the film and as you watch her walk along the road, she just makes you want to be a better person.  More engaged.  More enthusiastic.  More idealistic.  Just more.  And even though I knew the outcome of her senate race, some part of me just kept trying to will her victory true.  And her campaign manager is dead-on when he explains that she proved that ordinary people can make serious runs for office.  Now, the next person needs to prove that ordinary people can win.  Any takers out there?  I will recommend this film to everybody and anybody.  Uplifting, tender, and moving.  A great movie for teachers, too.  When talking about democracy or the founding fathers, some time spent with Granny D. might be some time well spent.

Chris Bowen
Author of, “Our Kids: Building Relationships in the Classroom”

Unfortunately for Granny D and most if not all of the politicians who voted for the BCFRA (also known as McCain-Feingold) none of them actually read the bill they voted for.  Not only did I read the bill, but I ran for US Congress from NH 2nd district specifically to draw attention to and hopefully overturn this bill.  As is the case with most bills in Washington, the title of the bill has virtually nothing to do with the bill.  The bill has specific restrictions on political speech in direct contradiction to the first amendment.  Only the BCFRA doesn’t call it political speech.  It is called “electioneering communication” in the bill text.  Then it goes on to say you may not say anything (good or bad) about a clearly identified candidate for federal office within 30 days of a primary or 60 days of a general election.  What was supposed to be the most protected speech of all?  Political speech!  If you doubt any of this, feel free to go to the Library of Congress’ own website at http://thomas.loc.gov and search for “Bipartisan Campaign Finance Reform Act.” There will be a couple versions.  You probably want H.R.2356.ENR which is the enrolled version sent to the President.

Unfortunately for Granny D and most if not all of the politicians who voted for the BCFRA (also known as McCain-Feingold) none of them actually read the bill they voted for.  Not only did I read the bill, but I ran for US Congress from NH 2nd district specifically to draw attention to and hopefully overturn this bill.  As is the case with most bills in Washington, the title of the bill has virtually nothing to do with the bill.  The bill has specific restrictions on political speech in direct contradiction to the first amendment.  Only the BCFRA doesn’t call it political speech.  It is called “electioneering communication” in the bill text.  Then it goes on to say you may not say anything (good or bad) about a clearly identified candidate for federal office within 30 days of a primary or 60 days of a general election.  What was supposed to be the most protected speech of all?  Political speech!  If you doubt any of this, feel free to go to the Library of Congress’ own website at http://thomas.loc.gov and search for “Bipartisan Campaign Finance Reform Act.” There will be a couple versions.  You probably want H.R.2356.ENR which is the enrolled version sent to the President.

This is a wonderful documentary and Granny D is a fantastic human being. I tell everyone about this film and about her amazing life. I am 35 years old and hope to achieve even a fraction of what Doris Haddock has achieved in my own lifetime. I truly admire her courage, sense of humor, originality, and stamina. With great respect to Doris, and best wishes for a very happy upcoming birthday,

Teddi Prettiman

Granny D is an amazing inspiration for me. She just keeps on going! The movie “Run Granny Run!” deserves our attention if people want to see the American people leading the world into this new age. Coorporations should take note as well as the average citizen. It may very well be one of the most important messages of our time.

I think this is a good film. That movie relates about money issue. Well, talking about money. We are now facing deep debt. It’s time to get rid of that credit card debt once and for all. It won’t be quick. It won’t be easy. But it can be done. Credit cards can hit you with more interest charges and fees than most payday loans, whether we like it or not.  Americans consume an enormous chunk of personal debt over their lifetimes, through mortgages, cars, and in the last twenty years, credit cards.  The interest can pile up quick, along with the total debt burden, and it can stick around for a very long time. If you’re not careful, even several dozen payday loans wouldn’t pay off your debt.  If you want to avoid late fees and more interest, you can use payday loans if you come up short.  Read more about credit cards and payday loans.

What a dynamo- nice to see someone near the end of life take a hold of it and make the most of it.

What a wonderful portrait of a remarkable woman.  Everyone who is interested in the political process in America should view this film.  Outstanding and fun!