[Tcdp_newsletter] Travis County Democratic Party Weekly E-Newsletter for Friday, June 22 - Friday, June 29, 2007
Travis County Democratic Party Weekly Newsletter
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Travis County Democratic Party Weekly E-Newsletter
Friday, June 22 - Friday, June 29, 2007
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IN THIS ISSUE
- Message from TCDP Chair, Chris Elliott
- Election Judges Needed By July 13!!
- TCDP Finance Council and Sustaining Members
- Give the Gift of Democracy
- Become a TCDP Sustaining Member
- You Have the Power!
- Bid on a School Room Playhouse
- Constable's Notebook by Constable Bruce Elfant
- Save the Date! National Night Out, August 7, 2007
- Calendar of Upcoming Events
- In the News
- Contact Info for TCDP Administrative Office
- Newsletter: How to Subscribe or Unsubscribe Your E-Mail
- To Subscribers Who Use AOL
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MESSAGE FROM TCDP CHAIR, CHRIS ELLIOTT
Dear Fellow Democrats:
Once again, Rick Perry and George W. Bush have pulled out their poison pens
and subverted the will of the people in Texas and across this country by use
of the legislative veto. Despite overwhelming legislative and public
support for such issues as properly funding junior colleges, correcting
problems with the civil justice system, and stem cell research, Gov.
Goodhair and W continue to believe that their personal opinions and those of
the narrow special interests to which they are beholden should trump the
will of the people, and have said so by striking down legislation pertaining
to these and other topics.
Please take time to look at the measures that were vetoed by Perry. You
will see that many of them had overwhelming bi-partisan support in the
legislature (which, just in case he has forgotten, is made up of the elected
representatives of the residents of this state). In news articles published
in the Austin American-Statesman over the past two days, legislators who
sponsored and worked on many of the vetoed measures, several of them
Republican, have expressed their shock and dismay at Perry's actions.
It is unconscionable that these chief executives, supposedly elected to
serve the people, have such disregard for the constitutionally created
institutions that are designed to govern our state and country. Neither
Perry nor Bush can seem to get it through their heads that they are but one
of three CO-EQUAL branches of government. Their arrogance and blatant
disregard for the democratic processes upon which this country was founded
are beyond my comprehension, reminding me once again of the adage that
"Republicans are good at winning elections but lousy at governing."
We Texas Democrats must continue the hard fight to retake the governorship
and the presidency, thus restoring some respect and sanity to those offices.
Perry and Bush have made mockeries of those grand institutions and their
latest actions are prime examples of just how low they will stoop to serve
their narrow special interest constituencies.
At the risk of sounding like an old Republican and former owner of the Texas
Rangers, Eddie Chiles, I'm mad. And I hope you are, too.
Democratically yours,
Chris Elliott
TCDP Chair
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TERM APPOINTED ELECTION JUDGES NEEDED BY JULY 13th
You have the opportunity to run your polling location by becoming a
presiding judge! (a.k.a election judge)
Make sure that your polling location is well run and help the TCDP at the
same time!
TCDP needs to turn in our list of term-appointments to the Travis County
Elections Division by mid-July because that is when they take our list to
the Commissioners' Court to have them approved. We are just over 28%
filled.
If we do not find people to work these polling locations and the county
election folks have to help us recruit, TCDP will be charged a hefty fee.
For the 2006 Primary, the TCDP was charged more for running the Primary by
the elections division than the Travis County Republican Party for this very
reason! We would much rather spend our money reaching Democratic voters!
Currently, the TCDP is looking for Democratic term-appointed presiding
judges. The term has recently been changed by Travis County Elections and
will be a one year rather than two year term running from August 1, 2007 -
July 31, 2008.
Please review the following requirements for a term appointment:
1. You must live in the precinct in which you work and you will be
asked to work EVERY election that is determined for your precinct. This
includes the party primary, elections for city council, independent school
district boards, Austin Community College board, bond and state
constitutional elections, etc. In short, you will represent the Travis
County Democratic Party at party primaries, but you are expected to work, if
possible, each and every election.
2. Even though some of these elections are partisan, such as the party
primary, it is imperative that you work cordially with your Republican
counterpart.
3. As a presiding judge, it will be one of your duties to be able to
physically set up the voting machines. They are bulky and may be somewhat
heavy for some folks to handle. However, your alternate judge and clerk(s)
can and should help you to set these up.
4. The integrity of the election process is of the utmost importance,
so you must be reliable and dependable in making sure you have everything
for your polling location; that everything is ready to go and is operational
by 7:00am when the polls open; and when your polling location closes, that
you return all materials to your designated receiving station in a timely
manner before you go home or attend any Party function or event (e.g.
precinct conventions).
5. Travis County Elections requires attendance for training, regardless
if you have been trained in the past.
6. Pay for the primary is set by the Texas Secretary of State.
Currently the hourly rate for the 2008 Primary is $7.00/hour. All other
election pay is $10/hour for presiding/alternate judges.
We are in need of Election Judges in the following precincts:
106 107 110 111 112 113 123 132 136 137 139 140 141 145 150
151 152 153 154 156 161 163 164
200 201 202 203 204 205 206 208 209 210 211 215 216 218 219
220 223 225 226 227 228 229 231 232 235 237 240 241 242 243
246 247 251 253 254 256 260 262 263 267 268 274 275 277 279
301 302 303 304 306 307 309 312 315 316 317 318 319 320 321
323 327 328 329 330 331 333 334 336 337 338 339 342 343 345
346 347 349 350 351 355 356 359 360 365 366 367 370 371 373
375 376 377 378 379
402 403 404 405 407 411 412 413 414 420 422 423 426 427 429
430 431 443 444 445 447 449 450 451 452 455 458 460 461 462
463 465 466
AS YOU CAN SEE, WE STILL NEED MANY MORE FOLKS
TO RUN POLLING LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT TRAVIS COUNTY.
To find out what precinct that you live in:
1. Go to www.traviscountydemocrats.org
<http://www.traviscountydemocrats.org/> .
2. On the menu on the right side of the home page, click on "Precinct
Info."
3. Click on the second choice, "what precinct you live in."
4. In the "precinct search" box, you can put in your zip code, street
name, or anything else that is suggested under that.
5. Click "Go." Find your street and street number.
Please contact Garry Brown, TCDP's Assistant Director, at 477-7500 or
garry at traviscountydemocrats.org to inquire about being appointed as an
election judge for one year.
THANKS TO ALL WHO HAVE RESPONDED SO FAR!!!
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TCDP FINANCE COUNCIL AND SUSTAINING MEMBERS
MEMBER UPDATES FOR THE PERIOD JUNE 15 - JUNE 21
Member Renewals
Kay and Del Taebel
For a full list of member names, please visit the home page of our website
and choose from the blue menu on the left hand side of the page.
If you feel your name should be on the web list yet do not see it, give us a
ring! 477-7500
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GIVE THE GIFT OF DEMOCRACY
Are you having trouble finding that special gift for someone's birthday?
Do you want to honor a close friend or family member?
Give the gift of Democracy by donating in your friend's or family member's
name to the Travis County Democratic Party:
https://secure2.fmp.com/tcdp/donate.php
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BECOME A TCDP SUSTAINING MEMBER!
Since 2004, seven Republican-held offices within Travis County have switched
to Democrats, and now, there are only three Republicans left who are elected
to Travis County offices! As you can see, the TCDP has stepped up to make
Travis County even more Democratic!
Sustaining members are our lifeblood. They are the reason that we are open
year-round (one of the five county parties in Texas), have two staff
members, and our work has been so successful. We do not receive any funds
from the national or state parties!
Stand with us and other Travis County residents who support TCDP and become
a Member. We have two levels of membership:
Sustaining: minimum of $10.00 per month or $120.00 annually.
Finance Council: minimum of $84.00 per month or $1000.00 annually. Members
at this level receive prominent listing in our publications and web site as
well as at Travis County Democratic Party functions along with free
admission to TCDP sponsored events.
The Travis County Democratic Party is dependent on your generosity for
everything we do!
As Blair Dancy, president of Texas Environmental Democrats of Austin, says,
"All politics are grassroots, but they all need organization. Austin and
Travis County lead the state by example, and our success all comes back to
the great people at TCDP. For the price of my family's monthly pizza
binges, I'm part of the Finance Council and able to help keep the Democratic
Party strong here in Austin. Every financially-able Democrat should
consider contributing to keep it this way."
To join the Travis County Democratic Party go online to:
http://www.traviscountydemocrats.org <http://www.traviscountydemocrats.org/>
and click on "Donate" in the red box at the bottom left of the page. Or
contact us at info at traviscountydemocrats.org or 512-477-7500.
Mailed donations for the Party should be made out to "Travis County
Democratic Party" and sent to:
TCDP
P.O. Box 684263
Austin, TX 78768-4263
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YOU HAVE THE POWER!!
As Howard Dean said, you, YES YOU, have the power. You have the power to
have an impact at the state capitol and on national politics! Take a look
at this information:
- In 2006, Travis County provided for one-third of the Democratic
increase in the State House of Representatives this session by electing a
100% Democratic legislative delegation for the first time since 1992.
- It's no secret that Travis County is depended upon by statewide
candidates to put them in a position to win because Travis County is so
heavily Democratic.
- One-term Texas Republican Senator John Cornyn continues to be
unpopular. He consistently polls way under 50% in Texas. He has been
called the "least popular U.S. Senator" in the group of Republican Senators
who are up for re-election in 2008.
- Two parts of Travis County are still represented by Republican
Congressmen.
Get involved now and you can help make the following happen:
- Keep all of our Democratic state reps in office while other parts
of the state elect more Democrats.
- Put our candidates for the U.S. Senate and House of
Representatives in a position to win to continue changing the politics in
Washington DC!
- There are only three Republican county office holders left! Two
of them are up for re-election in 2008.
The strongest impact you can make is by becoming a Precinct Chair! We only
have 44 vacancies left out of 210 precinct chair positions!
Make your voice heard in how your county party is run! All Democratic
Precinct Chairs in Travis County automatically become members of the County
Executive Committee, which is the governing body for Travis County
Democratic Party. In addition, you'll receive all the support you need to
turn out the Democrats to vote in your neighborhood. There is so much to do
to get ready for 2008. The excitement is building. Come be a part of it!
Interested? Want to learn more? Contact Garry Brown at TCDP at
garry at traviscountydemocrats.org.
Below is a list of precincts where we have vacancies. The precinct numbers
are divided by legislative district.
If your State House Representative is Dawnna Dukes, District 46
Precincts: 122 129 132 139 141 150 164
If your State House Representative is Valinda Bolton, District 47
Precincts: 301 316 351 356 412 451
If your State House Representative is Donna Howard, District 48
Precincts: 267 279 370 371 373 376 378
If your State House Representative is Elliott Naishtat, District 49
Precincts: 137 149 444 454
If your State House Representative is Mark Strama, District 50
Precincts: 107 205 211 215 216 254 328 333 334 336
If your State House Representative is Eddie Rodriguez, District 51
Precincts: 123 401 402 404 405 407 427 441 443 452
To find out what precinct that you live in:
1. Go to www.traviscountydemocrats.org
<http://www.traviscountydemocrats.org/> .
2. On the menu on the right side of the home page, click on "Precinct
Info."
3. Click on the second choice, "what precinct you live in."
4. In the "precinct search" box, you can put in your zip code, street
name, or anything else that is suggested under that.
5. Click "Go." Find your street and street number.
AFTER FINDING OUT WHAT PRECINCT YOU LIVE IN, CHECK THE LIST ABOVE TO SEE IF
A PRECINCT CHAIR IS NEEDED IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD!
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BID ON A SCHOOL ROOM PLAYHOUSE
A great gift for a child care center or the kids' backyard. School house
playhouse includes bell tower. Construction exceeds commercial playhouses,
using wood framing, insulation, and a shingle roof. Playhouse is 8 feet by
4 feet and has finished interior and windows.
It was built by the Lake Travis Democrats as a float with the central theme
for the 2006 Lakeway 4th of July parade. Proceeds from the sale of the
playhouse will be used for upcoming Democratic events.
Bidding starts at $600 dollars.
For information contact Ed Benjamin at 512-731-5162 or eben731 at juno.com.
The Lake Travis Democrats will deliver it and set-up locally.
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CONSTABLE'S NOTEBOOK BY CONSTABLE BRUCE ELFANT
Constables Notebook - July 2007
Nearly a year after the departure of Stan Knee, Austin finally has a new
police chief. Art Acevedo, a division commander with the California Highway
Patrol, was selected during a turbulent time for the Austin Police
Department. Just as the finalists for chief came to Austin to meet with city
and community leaders, there was yet another controversial shooting and the
U.S. Justice Department announced that they would conduct an investigation
of use of force incidents by APD officers.
The good news for Chief Acevedo is that Austin crime rates are relatively
low compared to other Texas cities and national averages.[1] Austin has the
lowest rates per capita of any major Texas city when it comes to aggravated
assaults, robberies and vehicle thefts. The murder rate is 3.8 murders per
100,000 people which is far lower than 16.3 for Houston, 16.4 for Dallas,
9.8 for Fort Worth, or even 6.8 for San Antonio. However, the crime data for
Austin does pose some serious challenges for law enforcement officials and
our community. The number of rapes per capita in Austin at 45 per 100,000
are about average for major Texas cities but significantly exceed the
national average of 32. Austin citizens also experience more thefts than
most Texas and U.S. cities.
Chief Acevedo's main challenge will be to create a climate of trust and
mutual respect between some communities and the Austin Police Department.
Due to a number of incidents and their handling by APD, trust and mutual
respect simply does not exist today. Incidents must be promptly investigated
in a forthright process that offers an equal amount of respect to victims
and the officers involved. If the response to Acevedo's selection by
community leaders is any indicator, he is off to a good start.
Lowering crime rates and building these relationships with our neighborhoods
cannot be Chief Acevedo's responsibility alone. It has to be a shared
responsibility where APD implements sound community policing strategies and
where neighborhood associations take responsibility to establish and
maintain neighborhood watch programs, get to know the officers who patrol
their areas and have home security audits done. Most important of all, get
to know our neighbors and watch out for each other.
The 24th National Night Out on Tuesday August 7, would be a great time to
welcome our new police chief and extend an olive branch of cooperation.
National Night Out is designed to heighten crime prevention, strengthen
neighborhood and police community relations and send the message that your
neighborhood is a safe place to live. Neighbors are asked to turn on their
porch lights, lock their doors and socialize with their neighbors and local
law enforcement officers. If you want to host a National Night Out event or
wish to find your neighborhood event, call Rosie Salinas with APD at
974-4900 or nno at ci.austin.tx.us <mailto:nno%40ci.austin.tx.us> . I will be
out with my neighbors, I hope you will be as well.
We wish Chief Acevedo a long and successful tenure.
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SAVE THE DATE! NATIONAL NIGHT OUT, AUGUST 7, 2007
Neighborhoods throughout Austin are invited to join with thousands of
communities nationwide on Aug. 7, to participate in the 24th Annual
'National Night Out'. APD officers, EMS and fire fighters will join City
Council Members and other city officials in attending neighborhood parties
throughout Austin. Events are planned to promote crime prevention and drug
prevention awareness and to strengthen the police - community partnership.
On Aug. 7 - a Tuesday -- from 6pm to 9pm, residents are asked to turn on
their porch lights, lock their doors and spend the evening outside with
their neighbors, police officers, EMS, and fire fighters.
To officially participate in National Night Out events you must complete the
National Night Out Application and mail it to: Austin Police Department,
Community Liaison Office, P.O. Box 689001, Austin, Texas 78768-9001. You may
also fax the application to 974-6222.
For more information, contact Rosie Salinas at the Community Liaison Office
at 974-4900 or by e-mail at nno at ci.austin.tx.us.
Applications are available at
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/police/downloads/07app.pdf
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CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS
The TCDP Calendar changes almost daily as we receive new information, so we
encourage you to check the calendar often. Go to:
http://www.traviscountydemocrats.org/calendar.php
Friday, June 22, 2007
Fundraiser Luncheon with Elizabeth Edwards
TIME: Friday, June 22, 2007 at 12:00pm-1:30pm
PLACE: Home of Liz & Kirk Watson, 2301 Woodlawn Boulevard
CONTACT: Susan Harry at 542-9744 or sharry at johnedwards.com
You are invited to have lunch fundraiser with Elizabeth Edwards.
Sponsorships available: Hosts $2300, Sponsors $1000, Tickets $250
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Saturday, June 23, 2007
Northeast Travis County Democrats Community Service Event
TIME: Saturday, June 23, 2007 at 9:00am
PLACE: Lonestar Espresso, 200 E. Pecan St., Pflugerville
CONTACT: Dana Bartholomew at 680-6617 or txzuul2 at yahoo.com
NETCo Democrats invite you to their quarterly community service event. They
will meet at the Lonestar Espresso and then proceed to the Methodist Church
parking lot to clean the Myrtle Teers Trail. Bring gloves, rakes, sun block
and bug spray, wear closed toe shoes or swim shoes.
Yeller Dawg/Saturday Sages Meeting
TIME: Saturday, June 23, 2007 at 11:00am-1:00pm
PLACE: Tres Amigos Restaurant, 1801 S. Capitol of Texas Hwy (AKA 360)
CONTACT: Bill McAfee at bmcafee at austin.rr.com
Please join the Yeller Dawg/Saturday Sages for their weekly meeting.
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Sunday, June 24, 2007
Senator Barack Obama in San Antonio
TIME: Sunday, June 24, 2007 at 1:45pm (Doors open at 12:45pm)
PLACE: Lone Star Pavillion at Sunset Station, 1174 East Commerce Street,
San Antonio
CONTACT: texasobama at barackobama.com
Senator Barack Obama comes back to Texas. This time he's in San Antonio.
Tickets $25 per person and may be purchased online at:
https://donate.barackobama.com/page/contribute/sanantoniokickoff
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Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Northeast Travis County Democrats Meeting-- New Venue!!
TIME: Tuesday, June 26, 2007, 6:30pm Meet and Greet, 7:00pm Meeting starts
PLACE: Travis County Community Center, 15822 Foothill Farms Loop,
Pflugerville (across FM 1825 from the Springhill Restaurant and behind the
Lamb's Auto)
CONTACT: Dave Taylor at 251-4645 or mrdave9735 at aol.com
You are invited to join Northeast Travis County Democrats for their monthly
meeting. The meeting venue is the old venue that NETCo used to meet in.
Al Gores' 'An Inconvenient Truth' will be shown at this meeting.
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Wednesday, June 27, 2007
REMINDER- There will be NO County Executive Committee (CEC) meeting tonight.
The next CEC meeting will be on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 in the
Commissioners' Courtroom in the Granger Building at 11th and Guadalupe.
Panel Discussion on Legislative Rules & the 80th Legislature
TIME: Wednesday, June 27, 2007 at 11:45am - 1:15pm
PLACE: Santa Rita Tex-Mex Restaurant, 1206 W. 38th St. (26 Doors Shopping
Center)
CONTACT: jenfox97 at hotmail.com
You are invited to a luncheon panel discussion, "In a Knife Fight?" Why
Legislative Rules Matter and the Long View from the 80th Session. It will be
moderated by Sherri Greenberg, LBJ School of Public Affairs. Panelists
include, Bill Ratliff, former lieutenant governor, Paul Burka from Texas
Monthly, and Ross Ramsey from Texas Weekly.
Attendance is free, but lunch is on your own.
Please RSVP to jenfox97 at hotmail.com.
Texas Environmental Democrats Meeting
TIME: Wednesday, June 27, 2007 at 7:00pm-8:30pm
PLACE: Terrazas Branch Library, 1105 East Cesar Chavez St.
CONTACT: Blair Dancy at bdancy at austin.rr.com
You are invited to join Texas Environmental Democrats for their monthly
meeting.
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Thursday, June 28, 2007
Central Texas Democratic Forum-- NEW VENUE!!
TIME: Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 11:45am-1:00pm
PLACE: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Avenue, Suite 700
CONTACT: Chuck Herring or Judy Erben at 320-0665 or
cherring at herring-irwin.com
You are invited to join the Central Texas Democratic Forum. Their program
this month is about The Lege: What did they do for us-and to us-this time?
Speakers: We have a spectacular lineup of knowledgeable lawmakers (a rare
group) and insightful citizens-group representatives, including:
Senator Kirk "Rookie of the Year" Watson
Representative Donna Howard
Tom "Smitty" Smith-from Public Citizen
Dick Lavine-from the Center for Public Policy Priorities
Andrea Marsh-from the Fair Defense Project
Rebecca Bernhardt-from ACLU-Texas
By the end of the meeting, you'll know the new Texas pledge of allegiance to
the flag by heart, you'll learn what Texas town Rep. Warren Chisum got
designated as Cheeseburger Capitol of Texas (Friona) and which month is now
designated Texas Fruit & Vegetable Month (April)-and much, much more.
Spectacular Door Prizes:
1. Hillary Clinton t-shirt.
2. John Edwards t-shirt.
3. Barack Obama t-shirt
4. A box of Impeachmints.
5. Red Wassenich's book, Keep Austin Weird - an Austin best seller.
Cost: lunch is $15.00 for members, $20.00 for non-members
Parking: 816 Congress Avenue/IBC Bank parking garage. Enter the parking
garage on 9th Street, between Colorado and Congress. Bring your ticket to
the receptionist on the 7th floor and you will be given a coupon to use to
exit the garage at no charge.
Reservation required: To reserve your seat, email cherring at herring-irwin.com
or call Chuck Herring or Judy Erben at 320-0665. Please tell us if you
intend to bring a non-member guest and if you have any special dietary
concerns. PLEASE MAKE RESERVATIONS BY 10:00 A.M. ON MONDAY, JUNE 25.
Seating to this event is limited.
About the Forum: The Forum meets monthly for lunch to hear Democratic
speakers. Membership is $120/yr. Non-members may attend, but members have
priority and receive discount prices for lunches.
Scott Ozmun Fundraiser
TIME: Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 5:30pm-7:30pm
PLACE: Allan House, 1104 San Antonio
CONTACT: Pat Crow at 926-0165 or mexicrow1 at yahoo.com
Tickets: $100
You are invited to a fundraiser for Scott Ozmun, Candidate for the 353rd
District Court.
Texans for Obama Debate Watching Party
TIME: Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 7:00pm
PLACE: Victory Grill, 1104 E. 11th St.
CONTACT: Ian at iandavis06 at gmail.com
Texans for Obama invite you to watch the Democratic debate with them at
Victory Grill.
Please RSVP at the following link:
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/4jwt7
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Friday, June 29, 2007
Democracy for Texas Movie Event
TIME: Friday, June 29, 2007, Time to be announced
PLACE: Arbor Cinema, 10000 Research Boulevard
CONTACT: Fran at info at democracyfortexas.org
To no one's surprise, Michael Moore's new documentary has stirred
controversy. Sicko is an indictment of the current state of health care in
America. Moore takes on the uncaring nature of pharmaceutical giants that
think only about the bottom line and demonstrates how other countries
provide universal coverage.
At the Cannes Film Festival, the movie got a twenty-minute standing ovation.
The Bush administration is already attacking it, and you can bet the entire
health care industry will try to stop any real reform.
Please join your fellow progressives at the Austin premiere. They'll meet in
the lobby 15 minutes before show time. After the movie, they'll gather at
Manuel's next door to discuss reaction and have a margarita or two. If your
schedule forces you to forgo the movie, go ahead to Manuel's and save them a
table.
Tickets: You may purchase tickets at the Arbor Cinema or on Fandango.com
(generally, up to 48 hours in advance). DFT will let you know when they're
on sale.
RSVP: Please let DFT know you're coming by signing up at
http://dfalink.com/event.php?id=20840.
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IN THE NEWS
For up to date political news and commentary, please go to our web site at
www.traviscountydemocrats.org <http://www.traviscountydemocrats.org/> and
click on "Current News"
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CONTACT INFORMATION FOR TCDP ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
Travis County Democratic Party Administrative Office
1311-B East 6th Street, Austin, TX 78702
Web: www.traviscountydemocrats.org <http://www.traviscountydemocrats.org/>
E-mail: info at traviscountydemocrats.org
Chris Elliott - Chair
chair at traviscountydemocrats.org
Elizabeth Yevich - Executive Director
elizabeth at traviscountydemocrats.org
Garry Brown - Assistant Director
garry at traviscountydemocrats.org
Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Ph (512) 477-7500 Fax (512) 477-7769
MAILING ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 684263
Austin, TX 78768-4263
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