OK, not really, but I wanted a funny way to phrase an otherwise serious post. I, Larry West, am going to ask for the Green Party of Philadelphia to give me the nomination for mayor. While I love the idea of going out as an Independent, the Green Party of Philadelphia can offer support that I would not otherwise get. The funds they have may be small, but they more than make up for it in determination! The Green's are, by far, the most passionate political party I've ever seen, and they are dedicated to grassroots democracy. It's for those reasons and more I've decided to try and make this move.

Normally, a Larry West press release has a few jokes to keep it upbeat and.... well, so you'll actually read it, but not this time! In what promises to be the single biggest shake-up in Philadelphia politics in the election for Mayor, Larry West, who now has legal help to change the age requirement, has state he plans on asking the Green Party of Philadelphia for their support in his mayoral bid. Despite rumors that Kerry Foster was the actual nominee, records indicate that Dr. Kerry Foster did not get the required 2/3rds needed to get the nomination. This left the spot wide-open for Larry West.

On Tuesday, May 29th at 8PM at 1906 South Rittenhouse Square at the General Meeting. Larry West is trying to get on the agenda for the night to be nominated, and is ready to fight. "I've got the single greatest speech I've ever written ready, and if I can get on the agenda, it will be something to rock the political landscape!" General Meetings are open to the public, with only registered Green's allowed to vote on the agenda for the evening.

"My chances are pretty damn good, if you ask me!," remarks Larry, energetic as ever. "I've been talking to Brian Rudnick, the Green Party Candidate for the 8th Council District, and he really supports this! He wants more young people involved in politics, and he wants the Green Party to get real recognition in the city, something that would be a welcomed change. We both agree, the Green Party needs more young people!" Larry West switched registration over to the Green Party shortly after the primary to achieve the nomination. When asked how he feels about the move, Larry remarked, "I like the Green Party as a whole, and they could use the help. If it doesn't work, I'll go back to being an Independent." The Green Party of Philadelphia currently does not have a Chairperson.