It's On
Well, here we are again. I’m going to cut right to the chase here by informing you of the news that was brought to my attention this...
Not Certified
Everyone, It is with a heavy heart that I compose this letter to you with some sobering news. This morning, just over two weeks after I...
To Run or Not To Run
After I ran for City Council in 2021, my daughter asked me to take a break from trying to get elected, and I promised her that I would....
Money Is The Problem
“The love of money is the root of all evil.” That quote has deeply resonated with me since I was very young. My own life experience...
A Letter to Republicans
Dear Republicans, I know, I know, I’m a “crazy leftist” and some would say that I should probably not be composing a message to you, but...
A Letter to Democrats
Dear Democrats, I wanted to reach out to you just for a moment, if will grant me a small slice of your time. As you ponder my candidacy,...
A Letter to the Working Class
My name is Daniel Crawford. I am the son of two hard working citizens from different sides of the political spectrum. My father – who is...
Official Announcement of My Campaign for State Legislature
The following was my original submission to the Advocate for a Guest Column announcing my candidacy. The editor told me that I had to cut...
A Community Vision (Series - The Third Pillar): Thwarting Homelessness
I have taken a much needed break from politics these past few months since you last heard from me. After last year’s election, I felt...
A Community Vision (Series - The Second Pillar): Seeing and Respecting the Homeless
The last time we discussed this vision for community, we talked about the detachment of local government from the people. Part of what...