Kucinich dangles double dates, Ani DiFranco

Published October 30, 2007 4:00am ET



Pick a winner

Regardless of what else you call them, you have to call them innovative.

Dennis Kucinich’s presidential campaign has launched the “Grassroots Raffle” to raise money for the Democrat’s long shot bid.

The campaign Web site promises that one grassroots organizer in each state will receive a signed copy of Kucinich’s forthcoming book, “The Courage to Survive.”

But wait, there’s more: Each week national winners will be drawn as well. Those prizes include a double date for two supporters with Dennis and his lovely wife, Elizabeth, “in your neck of the woods at your favorite restaurant”! Backstage passes to an Ani DiFranco concert, including transportation and accommodations! One grand prize winner will get to sit with Elizabeth at the next Democratic debate in Las Vegas on Nov. 15!

Now, how much would you pay? Contributions of $25 will enter you, although the legal disclaimer says that no contribution is necessary.