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Scott Renschler, Psy.D.
Why Have Family Dysfunction in Denver When Competent Psychotherapy Is Available?
At a fundraiser in Chevy Chase, MD
Home town: Seattle, WA
Legislative District: 43rd
Occupation: Clinical Psychologist
Why Should I Be a National Delegate?

I won't try to convince you that I'm more deserving than any other candidate. That would be (1) disingenuous, (2) highly debatable, (3) irritating and offensive to those of you also running, (4) boring for you to read, and (5) kind of tacky.

The truth is, I'm not an ounce more deserving than anyone running. Seeing the time, energy, and effort that so many of you have devoted to this cause is truly humbling. That said, here are the strengths I will bring to Denver if honored with your vote:

  • Lifelong Democrat from Politically Active Family

  • Clinical Psychologist in the Business of Hope and Change

  • Demonstrated, Longstanding Commitment to Community, Social Justice, and Non-Profit Work

  • Skilled at Working with Loving Family Members Who Want to Reconcile But Are Also Furious with Each Other!

 About Me
I'm a clinical psychologist practicing in the Wallingford neighborhood of Seattle and an alternate to the 7th CD from the 43rd LD. Information about me, my background, and practice is available on my website.

I grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland, in a politically active family, and I began working on campaigns early in life. My uncle, Stewart Bainum, Jr., was a member of the Maryland House of Delegates from 1979-82, and a Maryland State Senator from 1983-1986. At different times, he ran for the U.S. House and Senate, as well as Maryland Governor. Actively involved in each of his campaigns, I did everything from stuffing envelopes to canvasing neighborhoods to researching issues and working on campaign communications.

I canvassed for Kerry in 2004, and this year I've blogged for Obama and called voters across the country on his behalf. In addition, my family and I have raised money for his campaign.

I have a longstanding commitment to issues of social justice, having been active for 15 years in non-profit work, especially causes involving education for at-risk youth, mental illness, and the LGBT community. I have served as a community volunteer for the Crisis Clinic (on whose board I now serve) and thePride Foundation. In addition, I have served on the boards of the Commonweal Foundation and the Mental Wellness Foundation. With my brother, I founded the Renschler Foundation for Social Justice, whose mission is the promotion of basic civil rights and humane living conditions for all people. In my psychotherapy practice, I am a Medicare provider and offer a generous sliding scale and pro bono supervision and therapy to those in the community who cannot afford my standard fees.

I would be honored to continue my service to the causes of social justice as a delegate for Barack Obama at the Democratic National Convention.

Please feel free to call me at 206.255.9344 or email me at scott@mentalwellness.net with any questions or comments.

WHY I'M A DELEGATE FOR OBAMA:
I support Barack Obama for three primary reasons:

First, Barack Obama is a unifying rather than a divisive figure. Although his voting record is clearly progressive, voters do not associate him with the bitter partisanship of recent years, and his message focuses on what we have in common rather than how we are different. While some consider this to be naive and unrealistic, I very much believe his is a message our divided country needs right now. Senator Obama has been criticized for lacking experience but, as the architects of the Iraq war proved, experience is no guarantee of good judgment. I believe what's more important is character, integrity, and the ability to set a tone that unites and heals the country while empowering individuals to participate more fully in our democracy.

Second, Barack Obama has energized and involved a new generation of voters who would otherwise not have been involved in the political process; thus, he has expanded the base of the Democratic Party. He has inspired young people, Independents, and even Republicans to join his campaign; in doing so, he promises to help us build a new Democratic majority in this country.

Finally, I believe Barack Obama has the best chance of winning the general election in November against a Republican. It is no coincidence that politicians from so many "red states," such as North Dakota, Arizona, and Missouri have endorsed Senator Obama; they recognize his ability to attract voters across party lines. I can think of no better way to encourage disaffected Republicans to turn out in November than to put Senator Clinton's name on the ballot.

I believe the election of Barack Obama as our next president will heal this nation more than all the shrinks in the United States combined!



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