We have reached our fund drive goal in near-record time. Thank you so much to everyone who donated - your contributions are essential to the continued operation and upkeep of Democratic Underground.

Since this is the second annual "Valentine Hearts" fund drive, it seems appropriate that we should reach the goal on Valentine's Day. However, since only half the week has passed, most everyone seems to be enjoying it, and some people have not yet had a chance to give hearts to their fellow DUers, we've decided to keep the promotion running for the full week.

Most of the rest of the usual fund drive paraphenalia will be gone shortly (the interrupt pages, and in a day or two, the thermometer) - but you will still be able to buy and give hearts until midnight ET, Sunday February 18.

We'll be honest - the Valentine Hearts promotion is a great way to raise funds for the site. But it's also been really amazing to see you all "spreading the love" this week. It's a once-a-year chance for everyone on DU to feel good about their fellow posters and hopefully remember that (at least most of the time!) we're pulling together, instead of apart.

Thank you again for your support!

The DU Administrators