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Joseph Waldman's Life in Politics
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Joe shows his patriotism at an early age
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Joseph Waldman of Washington DC
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Remember the Alamo
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NOV
Joe fights the power
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The King Harold Godwinson Phase
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DEC
Early lessons in political communication
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The Monkey Saga
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The Presidents
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A big game of chess
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Joebama
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Master debater
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Joe works incredibly hard
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Joe becomes a badger!
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The Mary Burke crusade
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Communications Director of College Democrats of Wisconsin
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A bipartisan spirit
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College Democrats of America -- Communications Director!
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MAY
Graduated From University of Wisconsin
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Kathryn Janus
Always had an artistic sense. His scenes were well thought out and he could explain what was going on. Now that he's entering the world of political scenes, maybe he could explain to me, yet again, what's going on!- (1)
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Kathryn Janus
Joe was expecially interested in a baby who crossed over on the Mayflower. As i recall, the child's name was Oceanous. When on a tour about the Pilgrams, Joe inquired after Oceanous, and at first, the tour guide didn't want to tell Joe that dear little Oceanous had perished. Joe took the news with good grace, though. Joe is a realist. -
The King Harold Godwinson Phase
Joe becomes obsessed with the Battle of Hastings and the story of King Harold Godwinson. At Joe's urging, the family decamps to England, and makes a pilgrimage to Hastings -- where Joe was able to re-enact the moment when King Harold was killed by an arrow to the eye.
Kathryn Janus
One Halloween, Joe's costume (which I did makeup and hair for) was "A Union Soldier who had been killed in 1863." He was quite clear on his vision for the costume, and while many outside observers might not have known EXACTLY what Joe was, they knew it was scary.- (1)
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Early lessons in political communication
At age 10, he showed a canny understanding of how politicians manipulate the media. His character in the Brooklyn Heights Montessori production of "Stop the Presses" here tries to convince the local newspaper to support his campaign for mayor.
Kathryn Janus
Joe took a road less traveled when he decided against High School for Performing Arts, which had accepted him. He said to me, after his audition, "They called me back. That's good, right?" Anyway, who knows. He might have been the next Joseph Gorden Levitt by now.- (1)
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Lauren Zalaznick
I could make this observation on any of the amazing posts/notations on your LifePost: Joe-- many parents will not like you-- you make us realize that our own kids, while generally adorable and fairly clever, do mostly nothing, while you are busy setting out to conquer the world!- (1)
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Kathryn Janus
Joe once made a clay sculpture of Cave People that I would have no problem believing came from a fine art gallery. He's a multi-talented guy.- (1)
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Master debater
In high school, Joe became an excellent debater in the Congress-style debate. He whipped out speeches with incredible speed and took home many trophies. Topics included: containing North Korea, protecting ANWR, and changing relations with Cuba. But perhaps his most famous speech was this one arguing that dangerous senior citizens shouldnt be allowed to drive. Get those oldsters off the road, Joe!
Kathryn Janus
I'm with Joe on that one! Joe's keen mind will serve him well in all his endeavors. He has only lost one debate that I know of, and that's trying to convince me to get a smart phone! -
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Communications Director of College Democrats of Wisconsin
After serving as communications director of College Democrats in Madison, Joe has the tremendous honor of being elected Communications Director of College Democrats of Wisconsin. And he's even chosen as executive board member of the year because of his great work on social media. Lesson to parents: Facebook pays off!
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College Democrats of America -- Communications Director!
After an uneventful and non-controversial election, Joe is elected by College Democrat leaders from around the country to be Communications Director of the whole College Democrats of America. He turbo charges their social media operations with graphics and tweets galore
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Kathryn Janus
Joe - it was so fabulous being there and seeing you graduate! We wouldn't have missed it for anything. Mazel Tov!Martin Waldman
FROM JOE'S GRANDPARENTS
To: Joe Waldman, Bachelor of Arts
Congratulations, Joe, on your great accomplishments -- getting through the University of Wisconsin, while at the same time managing to be an amazing political operator. You have demonstrated your skills not only in political communications but also in inspiring your fellow students and so many others so that you were elected to be Communications Director of the College Democrats of Wisconsin and then Communications Director of the College Democrats of the whole United States! Being an intern at the Democratic National Committee wasn’t chopped liver either (an old grandparents saying) . We were so impressed with how you maintained your dignity and common sense through all the complicated situations you faced.
.We remember when you were younger how you taught yourself all about graphics and that digital stuff that your grandparents try to understand. You were so right to want to be at the kind of school where you would have an opportunity to meet people with similar interests who would appreciate your talents as well what a wonderful person you are. You have made so many friends there, some of whom you will surely keep up with through the years.
As you finish college, there is a time for adjustment until you find a situation that you really want, and where you will be fully appreciated. With your many talents, intelligence and wonderful personality we know that you will go on to even greater accomplishments in the future. We are so proud of you and love you so much.
--Grandma Sandy and Pop Pop- (1)
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Jonathan Zimmerman
Masel Tov to you, and to your family. Susan/Sarah/Becca join in sending congrats, and love
JZ
May 13, 2016
Kathryn Janus
May 12, 2016
Joseph Waldman
May 26, 2016
Amy Cunningham
May 11, 2016