I never know what to do about mentions or the like, but I’ve started putting together a Press Page with all the interviews and mentions of The Coveted…. because I’m always really grateful for the coverage.

Today we’re going to take a quick break from fashion and style because of the US election… I don’t normally like to talk about politics, but this is important to all of us. Kezia, has been an Obama supporter since the very beginning, and she has spent her Sundays calling swing states for the Obama campaign. So naturally, I’ve asked her to write a special post on why she’s voting for Obama…

At long last, election day is here (well, tomorrow). Thanks to early or absentee voting, you may have already voted — in which case, you rock. I’m heading to the polls tomorrow and will cast an enthusiastic vote for Barack Obama. Here are five reasons I think he should be our next president.

1. He’ll reform healthcare.

The U.S. is the only wealthy, developed nation that doesn’t provide universal access to health care. The Obama-Biden plan guarantees health care for children and will make health insurance affordable and accessible to all. Plus, they’ll adequately regulate the insurance and drug companies.

2. He’ll give the economy a reality check.

Obama doesn’t come from wealthy, connected political family. He was raised by a single mother and ultimately became a success because of intelligence, talent and hard work. I believe gets the concerns of average Americans and has our best interests at heart. Unlike John McCain, Obama will impose regulations on Wall Street will overhaul the existing tax code. Basically, if you make less than $200,000 you’ll get a cut in your taxes. If you make $200,000-$250,000 nothing will change. And if you’re part of the 1% of Americans who make over $250,000 — you’ll pay a bit more. Heck, even Warren Buffet, the 3rd wealthiest man in the world, thinks rich people should pay higher taxes.

Read more about Obama’s economic platform here.

3. He supports sane foreign policy.

For the last 8 years American foreign policy has been synonymous with the Bush Doctrine — included pre-emptive strikes, unilateralism, dissing the United Nations and refusing to talk to world leaders we don’t like. No wonder the rest of the world resents us.  Obama advocates talking with leaders of volatile countries rather than bombing them — a considerably less arrogant and damaging approach.

4. He’s not a wingnut religious ideologue.

Obama is pro-choice,  he understands the that climate change is a dire threat and he’ll repeal the ban on stem cell research so that scientists can save lives and fight major diseases. Obama, officially opposes the amendment to ban same sex marriages in state constitutions, while McCain supports the ban.. ~eds.

5. I trust him.

My support for Obama transcends his background, proposed policies or endorsements. I respect his integrity and his sense of authentic morality. That he’s run a fair, honest, intelligent, consistent and innovative campaign speaks volumes as to the kind of leader Obama will be. Plus, I’m crazy about his wife, Michelle Obama and my gut tells me that he’s a great dad.

Thanks for reading this rambling post. Now go vote! For comprehensive, non-partisan voting information, including sample ballots and polling locations, check out the 2008 Election Index from the League of Women Voters.

For California Voters…

This year, there’s a lot of important issues on the ballot…

California Proposition 4 undermines abortion rights

What it does: Prop. 4 would require doctors to inform a parent/guardian 48 hours in advance of providing an abortion to a minor.

Why you should vote NO: This is yet another attempt to undermine a young woman’s rights under the state constitution. The initiative claims it will protect girls from dangers associated with abortions by requiring parental notification. But as most doctor’s and health officials attest, it’s trying to solve something that isn’t much of a problem. See it for what it is — an erosion of young women’s rights and privacy.

California Proposition 2 protects animals from unacceptable abuse

What it does: Prop. 4 seeks to stop the cruel and inhumane treatment of animals, ending the practice of cramming farm animals into cages so cramped that the animals can’t turn around or extend their limbs.

Why you should vote YES: It’s inhumane and barbaric to confine calves raised for veal, breeding pigs, and egg-laying hens in tiny cages barely larger than their bodies. In addition, these unhealthy living conditions promote the spread of diseases that can also affect people.

Learn more: http://www.yesonprop2.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=96&Itemid=114

California Proposition 8 will amend the State Constitution to BAN same sex marriage

What it is: Prop 8 would eliminate the fundamental right for same-sex couples to marry. It’s backed by (primarily) out of state special interests.

Why you should vote NO: Because it’s a civil rights issue. Regardless of your views on marriage, eliminating the rights for any Californian is just wrong. Prop. 8 thinks the law should mandate that a group of people should be treated differently from everyone else. No way!

Obama “Progress” Image via Obey : Obama rally photo taken in Berlin July 25, 2008

For those of us who look forward to her beauty posts every week, the pretty lady above is the one who’s writing. Her photo has been on quite a number of times…. like on the very first post, and when we went to Vintage Fashion Expo… the time we got a big box of MAC makeup to test… and she keeps promising more pictures, well, they are coming.

Happy Birthday Kezia! I hope today is just lovley!

We had some issues with our internet connection and I’ve been offline… But I’m back, and I’ll start posting soon enough!

Sorry!

btw… there’s a helpful post on Independent Fashion Bloggers on taking gorgeous ‘what are you wearing today’ pics.

I’ve been feeling very bad about not putting more in-depth posts these past few weeks have been a blur, with the almost trip to Brazil, the actual extended yet way too short trip to Berlin, Fashion Week… then to top it off, I took the challenge to write a piece for Dazed Digital and re-launch Independent Fashion Bloggers.

This week I have some good things planned for The Coveted… after all, it is my main squeeze.

In the evening we met at the Seven Star Gallery, which was pretty cool, a lot of fashionable people. But it was really crowded, smoky and I was dying of thirst, so a friend of ours took us for some drinks at a quiet, local, yet chic, cafe in Mitte. Finally, we went to this place called Dr. Pong, which is this strange bar consisting of a ping pong table and a circle of players in this sort of musical chairs style game. We did a lot of walking around the city at night looking in shop windows and didn’t get home until the wee hours of the morning. We didn’t really hang out with the fashion crowd, but I’m not very good at that… we did have a lot of fun.

Scherer González and Mahret (f&art), Mary (Pudri) and I after the show…

Fenke and Gabriel & Schwan Bags

Collegium Hungaricum Exhibition and M/by Kostas Murkudis

Today’s attire, and some random church…

Rocky, Fenke (behind the bottle) me, and Dr. Pong

So yeah, it’s my first fashion week to note, and I’m a bit overwhelmed myself not knowing who/what/where, all the stuff that’s going on is pretty intimidating for a woman like myself, who lives quite an ordinary life. But, we’ll take it in stride and have a good time.

I’m lucky enough to have Rocky act as my photographer, to get all the runway shots. Yesterday, we saw Smeilinener and c.neeon, as well as stopping by the Project Gallerie Showrooms. Both were pretty interesting shows, very bright and colorful. The runway shots will be up early next week… but here’s a couple of shots from yesterday:

Rocky & I on the Metro, Smeiliner

Sophia from Nasy Gal Vintage sent me the heart glasses! They are so cute and funI couldn’t not wear them… The Smeilinener show… my very first one…

Mahret, Liria & Rosie (Pristine Smut)

Pristine wire knits and a frantic cab ride…

The c.neeon show, interesting pieces, cool hair hats

At the end of the day…

Survived in one piece…

I’m very sorry I haven’t been up to date lately with commenting. It’s been rather crazy working on speaking at a conference in Brazil via Skype, setting up stuff for The Shoppe, and I’m also working on a new website for Independent Fashion Bloggers, which I’m planning on launching next week. But I really thank you all for stopping by, and I’ll have the first bits of BFW tonite!

It’s amazing how there are all these little pockets of wheat fields and a 12th century village and castle just a ten minute bicycle ride through the forest. I’ve never imagined a life like this, as if you’ve ever been to a Southern Californian suburb, well, it’s a different world.