[Tcdp_newsletter] Travis County Democratic Party Weekly E-Newsletter for Friday, May 16 - Friday, May 23, 2008
Travis County Democratic Party Weekly Newsletter
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Travis County Democratic Party Weekly E-Newsletter
Friday, May 16 - Friday, May 23, 2008
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IN THIS ISSUE
- Thank You Sponsors!!!
- Travis County State Convention Delegation Information Meeting
- TCDP 2008 Coordinated Campaign Kickoff
- State Convention Update
- Mark Strama Campaign Academy
- Become a TCDP Sustaining Member
- Did you know?
- 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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THANK YOU SPONSORS!
The TCDP's Farewell Party for Outgoing Chair Chris Elliott held on the
evening of May 13th was a delightful event! Many of our Democratic Elected
Officials, Candidates, Finance Council & Sustaining Members, Precinct Chairs
and Activists all turned out for a very fun time. The weather held so all
enjoyed the warm spring evening outdoors on the beautiful lawn of the Old
School. Ben Franklin & Friends (of which many are TCDP Finance Council,
Sustaining Members and Precinct Chairs) performed for us again and Jimmy
LaFave was as ever superb.
Additionally, we would like to thank the following Sponsors who made it all
possible:
Capital Area Democratic Women
Luanne Cullen
D'Ann Johnson/The Old School
People Calling People, L.L.C
Janis and Joe Pinnelli
Becky Beaver
Aimee Boone
David Butts
Jim Coronado
Honorable Herb Evans
Honorable Margaret Gomez
Honorable Guy Herman
Chuck Herring and Ginny Agnew
Honorable Donna Howard
Mr. and Mrs. Ray Marshall
Paul S. Ruiz
South Austin Democrats
Rosa Walker and Boyce Breedlove
Kelly White and Bill McLellan
James Aldrete
Kent C. Anschutz, Attorney at Law
Austin Tejano Democrats
Honorable Valinda Bolton
Allen Bowers
Honorable Jan Breland and John Lipscombe
Jim Bryce
Kay Gourley
Russell R. Graham
Elizabeth Hartman
John Hildreth
Latinos for Texas
Jim Marston & Annette LoVoi
Catherine A. Mauzy
Donna Beth McCormick
Becky Moeller
Honorable Elliott Naishtat
Honorable Orlinda Naranjo
Scott Ozmun
Geronimo Rodriguez
Joe James Sawyer
Honorable Bea Ann Smith
Jan Soifer and Pat O'Connell
Honorable Mark Strama
Fran Vincent
Nancy Williams
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TRAVIS COUNTY STATE CONVENTION DELEGATION INFORMATION MEETING
State Convention Informational Meeting
DATE: Saturday, May 17
TIME: 10:00am-12:00pm
PLACE: Mary E. Branch Auditorium/Gymnasium, on the Huston-Tillotson
University Campus, 900 Chicon
The Travis County Democratic Party (TCDP) invites all Delegates and
Alternates to the state Democratic convention to an informational meeting
about the upcoming June Texas Democratic Party Convention. No RSVP needed.
NOTE: All persons who are running for convention committees, SDEC,
presidential elector, or national delegate may hand out literature about
your candidacy but there will be no time during the meeting for speeches by
these candidates.
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TCDP 2008 COORDINATED CAMPAIGN KICKOFF
TCDP 2008 Democratic Coordinated Campaign Kick-Off
DATE: Saturday, May 17, 2008
TIME: 1:00pm
LOCATION: Nuevo Leon Restaurant, 1501 East 6th Street
CONTACT: info at traviscountydemocrats.org or 477 - 7500
Please join Andy Brown, newly elected Travis County Democratic Party Chair,
Democratic Elected Officials and Candidates as we kickoff the 2008 Travis
County Democratic Party Coordinated Campaign.
South Austin's own The Bouldin Creek Bobcats will be performing! Come join
your fellow Democrats to kickoff the upcoming campaign!!
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STATE CONVENTION UPDATE
DATE: June 5 - 7, 2008
PLACE: Austin Convention Center
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, June 5
7:00 pm Convention Kick-Off Reception Hilton Hotel- SOLD OUT!!!
Friday, June 6
7:30 am Credentials Distribution begins Convention Center-NOTE THE NEW TIME!
9:00 am Issue Caucus Meetings Convention Center
10:00 am Exhibit Hall opens Convention Center
3:00 pm Senate District Caucus Meetings Convention Center
6:00 pm Call to Order Convention Center
Saturday, June 7
7:30 am Credentials Distribution begins Convention Center-NOTE THE NEW TIME!
8:00 am Permanent Convention Committees Convention Center
(Rules, Platform, Resolutions and Nominations for SDEC and Party Officers)
8:30 am Blue Star Breakfast Convention Center-SOLD OUT!!!
9:30 am Workshops Convention Center
11:00 am Convention reconvenes Convention Center
If you are interested in having a booth at the convention, the TDP 'Exhibit
Booth Application' is available online off their website at
www.txdemocrats.org ................. Also, same site for a TDP Convention
Program ad if you are interested in taking out an ad.
Follows is the direct link:
http://www.txdemocrats.org/the_party/2008_TDP_State_Democratic_Convention/
A list of all Delegates and Alternates are available on our web site. This
includes persons chosen "at-large." However, everyone on the list is
designated as "Delegate" or "Alternate" only because at this level, everyone
is a Delegate or Alternate regardless of how you were elected. You can see
the list here:
http://www.westaustindemocrats.org/Delegates.htm
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT CREDENTIALING: As of the latest information from the
Texas Democratic Party, you will be required to show some form of ID to
receive your credential. The same rules for showing your ID to vote will
apply to receiving your credential. The following are forms that you can
show to receive your credential: voter registration card, driver's license
or any official photo ID, birth certificate, United States citizenship
papers or passport, a copy of a current utility bill, bank statement or
other official document that shows the name and address of the voter.
If you know anyone who is attending the state convention from out of town,
the Clinton and Obama campaigns have set up contact information to assist
people looking for housing or for those of you willing to house delegates or
alternates at your home.
Clinton
512-477-5551
Texastravel at hillaryclinton.com
Texashousing at hillaryclinton.com
Obama
http://www.texansforobama.com/housing
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MARK STRAMA CAMPAIGN ACADEMY
Campaign Academy brings together college and high school students to learn
the nuts and bolts of a grassroots political campaign - and to put what they
learn into practice. Following an intensive, two-day training "boot camp"
at the beginning of the program, the students become an integral part of the
campaign for the remainder of the summer, supporting all aspects of the
campaign's field, communications, fundraising, and internet strategies.
Daily lunch speakers visit with the students and provide them exposure to
every dimension of politics and government. Lunch speakers include current
and former elected officials, journalists, policy experts, academics,
political consultants, and bloggers. This summer, for the first time,
Campaign Academy will operate throughout Travis County, providing support
not only to my campaign but to the entire Democratic ticket in Travis
County.
For more information: www.markstrama.com/campaignacademy
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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 four Republicans left and one of those
was just appointed by Rick Perry last September! 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 only five county parties in Texas that stay open
year-round), have two full-time 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 and support TCDP by becoming
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 $1,000.00 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!
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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DID YOU KNOW?
The Travis County Democratic Party has two other email lists: Activism and
Events. These lists are used occasionally for folks who want to know more
about action items and particular events respectively.
You may sign up for these lists at the following link:
http://www.traviscountydemocrats.org/newsletter.php
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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
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Saturday, May 17, 2008
**** The Travis County State Convention Delegation Informational Meeting and
the TCDP 2008 Coordinated Campaign Kickoff happen today. Please see more
information about these events earlier in this newsletter. ****
YellerDawg/Saturday Sages Democrats Meeting
DATE: Saturday, May 17, 2008
TIME: 11:00 AM
LOCATION: Tres Amigos Restaurant, 1801 S. Capitol of Texas Hwy
CONTACT: Bill McAfee at bmcafee at austin.rr.com
You are invited to join the YellerDawg/Saturday Sages Democrats for their
weekly meeting.
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Sunday, May 18, 2008
Constable Bruce Elfant's 16th Annual Ice Cream Social
DATE: Sunday May 18th 2008
TIME: 3:00 to 5:00pm
LOCATION: The AFL-CIO Auditorium, 1106 Lavaca
CONTACT: Bruce at 467-2504 or bjelfant at aol.com
Mark your calendars for Constable Bruce Elfant's 16th Annual Ice Cream
Social!
Benefiting:
Do the "Write" Thing Challenge, a project of the Travis County Juvenile
Probation Department, is a youth anti-violence and academic program where
students write about the causes and effects of violence and what should be
done to build a healthy society. The Challenge is headed up by Judges Jeanne
Meurer and Julie Kocurek.
www.TEXASDTWT.COM
Sponsorships:
$500 - Double Chocolate Chunk
$250 - Cookies 'n Cream
$100 - Butter Pecan
$ 50 - Very Strawberry
$ 25 - Vanilla Bean
$ 15 - General Admission
$ 5 - Students
Those who wish to volunteer or enter the homemade ice cream contest should
contact Bruce at 467-2504 or bjelfant at aol.com.
Donations may be sent to:
Constable Bruce Elfant
P. O. Box 49051
Austin, TX 78765
Bowling for Obama Get Together
DATE: Sunday, May 18th 2008
TIME: 5:00 to 7:00pm
LOCATION: Union Underground bowling lanes @ UT Student Union: 24th/Guadalupe
$15 suggested donation per person
CONTACT: RSVP to info at sd25obama.com
SPONSORED BY SD25 FOR OBAMA. We're going bowling for Obama! And you and all
of your friends are invited. We're doing this as a fun idea for a
fund-raiser. On Sunday May 18th we've reserved 5 lanes at the Union
Underground bowling alley at the University of Texas. Your contribution of
$15 will let you bowl with us for as long as you like during the 2 hours we
plan on being there. Proceeds will go to offset the cost of the rental
facility for SD25's June 1st pre-caucus meeting in San Marcos. Any money
left over will be donated directly to the Obama campaign.
Everyone is welcome, but if you are a delegate or alternate to the state
convention who wants to go on to national, or if you're running for a
committee spot at state, this should be a good opportunity to meet the
people who's support you'll be asking for or to check out the competition.
The Union Underground does have shoe rentals or you can bring your own if
you're a pro. Please send an RSVP to info at sd25obama.com if you want to join
us.
Find more info or look for updates at the SD25 for Obama website, which can
be found here.
http://www.sd25obama.com/wiki/index.php?title=Events#Social_Events:
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Monday, May 19, 2008
North by Northwest Democrats Meeting
DATE: Monday, May 19, 2008
TIME: 6:00pm
PLACE: Threadgill's, 6416 1/2 N Lamar
CONTACT: Jan Soifer 657-0556 or jan at lasfirm.com
Please join North by Northwest Democrats for their monthly meeting. Visit
the NxNW website at www.nxnwdemocrats.org.
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Tuesday, May 20, 2008
South Austin Democrats Meeting - DATE/VENUE CHANGE
DATE: Tuesday, May 20, 2008
TIME: 5:30pm Eat and socialize, 6:00pm Program
PLACE: Casa Garcia's, 1901 West William Cannon Dr. (at Manchaca Rd.)
CONTACT: Richard Arriola at richard.arriola at sbcglobal.net
Please join South Austin Democrats for their monthly meeting. This month
only SAD will meet on the third Tuesday of the month and at this particular
Casa Garcia's.
The June meeting will take place on the regularly scheduled date on the
second Tuesday, June 10th and it will be held back at the Casa Garcia's at
1000 S. Lamar.
Latinos for Texas Meeting
DATE: Tuesday, May 20, 2008
TIME: 7:00pm
PLACE: El Mercado Restaurant, 1302 S. 1st Street
CONTACT: Crystal Viagran at crystal at latinosfortexas.com
Please join Latinos for Texas at their monthly meeting.
Diana Maldonado for State Rep Fundraiser
DATE: Tuesday, May 20, 2008
TIME: 7 pm to 9 pm
LOCATION: The home of Jim Marston and Annette LoVoi
CONTACT: Katie Vitale at cvitale at stanley-garrison.com or 637-7268
Help restore a Democratic majority to the Texas House by supporting Diana
Maldonado for State Rep in District 52.
Sponsorships: $1500, $1000, $500, $250, $125
Texas Democratic Party Reception
DATE: Tuesday, May 20, 2008
TIME: 7:30pm-9:30pm
LOCATION: The Belmont, 305 West Sixth Street
CONTACT: Allison Mansfield at 478-9800 or amansfield at txdemocrats.org
Texas Democratic Party Chairman Boyd Richie Along with Hosts Rep. Patrick
Rose and Rep. Mark Strama invite you to join them for a reception With
Special Guests The Texas Democratic House Delegation.
Host $250
Guest $25
Texas Majority Builders and Young Professionals $15
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Wednesday, May 21, 2008
LAST Day to File for Delegate to National Convention
Today is the LAST day persons seeking to be Delegates or Alternates to the
Democratic National Convention in Denver can file a Statement of Candidacy
for this office. A link to the Texas Democratic Party (TDP) website,
provided below, can be copied and pasted into your browser so you can
download a Statement of Candidacy form.
Please be aware TDP advises the form be sent to their offices by certified
mail or be hand delivered. Applications must be received today, Wednesday,
May 21, 2008 by 5:00pm CDT. All Statement of Candidacy forms must be
notarized. FAXED COPIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. The TDP address is:
Texas Democratic Party
505 W. 12th Street, Suite 200
Austin, TX 78701
http://www.txdemocrats.org/the_party/2008_democratic_national_convention1/
Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt's Coffee Jolt
DATE: Wednesday, May 21, 2008
TIME: 8:00am
LOCATION: Kenny's Coffee Company, 14735 Bratton Lane, Suite 210, in Wells
Branch
CONTACT: Loretta Farb at loretta at saraheckhardt.com
Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt invites you to her Coffee Jolt and Think Tank.
Come share ideas focusing on local policy and politics.
Fundraiser for Karen Huber, Candidate for Commissioner Pct 3
DATE: Wednesday, May 21, 2008
TIME: 5:30pm-7:30pm
PLACE: Collectic Home, 2785 Bee Cave Road
CONTACT: Susan Harry at 542-9744 or susan at susanharry.com
You are invited to a Reception With Women for Karen.
Sponsorships: $100, $250, $500, $1000, $2500
Central Austin Democrats Meeting
DATE: Wednesday, May 21, 2008
TIME: 6:15pm
PLACE: New World Deli, 4101 Guadalupe St # 100
CONTACT: Glen Coleman at 327-1066 or glenofaustin at yahoo.com
Please join the Central Austin Democrats for their monthly meeting.
Annual Liveable Vision Awards Party
DATE: Wednesday, May 21, 2008
TIME: 7:30pm
LOCATION: Carver Museum, 1165 Angelina Street
CONTACT: Liveable City at 326-3331 or wwhite at liveablecity.org
Please join Liveable City for their annual Liveable Vision Awards Party.
Expect schmoozing galore in a festive Austin atmosphere, with hors d'oeuvres
and wine.
This year's Vision Awards will recognize outstanding achievements in the
five E's of sustainability that create a livable community:
- Equity - Austin Voices Education Initiative
- Engagement - The Create Austin Cultural Plan
- Esthetics - Butler Park (Town Lake)
- Economy - HelioVolt Solar Manufacturing
- Environment - Texas Campaign for the Environment & Dell's Computer
Recycling Program
Tickets to the event are $25 (current LC members at the Friend Level or
higher will receive complimentary admission at the door). For tickets or to
join a wonderful group of sponsors, please visit www.liveablecity.org.
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Thursday, May 22, 2008
Southwest Austin Democrats Meeting
DATE: Thursday, May 22, 2008
TIME: 6:30pm Social, 6:45pm Program
PLACE: Hampton Public Library, 5125 Convict Hill Rd.
CONTACT: Albert Gonzales at 280-4900 or email4agg at yahoo.com
You are invited to attend this month's Southwest Austin Democrats meeting.
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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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ACT INFORMATION FOR TCDP ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
Travis County Democratic Party Administrative Office
1311 East 6th Street, Austin, TX 78702
Web: www.traviscountydemocrats.org <http://www.traviscountydemocrats.org/>
E-mail: info at traviscountydemocrats.org
Andy Brown - 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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