Dear Friend:

Voters across the country will head to the polls on Nov. 2 to make their voices heard, and your voice has never been more important. Your vote could make the difference in close elections all over the country.

The election is only 13 days away. As you prepare to cast your ballot, we urge you to visit www.minethevote.org to find the latest news and information on your candidates; download early voter forms for your state; and learn how, where and when to cast your ballot. Accessing voter information on Mine the Vote is easy and takes only a moment, simply input your e-mail address and zip code, and all the information you need to cast your ballot will be provided.

Our nation faces severe economic and energy challenges that must be met if we are to guarantee a prosperous future.

We can meet these challenges using our nation's abundant coal, mineral and hardrock wealth, but we need your help.

We need you to show your support for mining at the ballot box. We need you to support policies that encourage the utilization of America's vast mining resources.

Across America, mining supports almost 1.5 million high-paying jobs. Jobs we cannot afford to lose.

On Nov. 2nd, we need you to Mine the Vote