[Tcdp_newsletter] Travis County Democratic Party Weekly E-Newsletter for Friday, May 23 - Friday, May 30, 2008

Thu May 22 16:24:43 CDT 2008

Travis County Democratic Party Weekly E-Newsletter 

Friday, May 23 - Friday, May 30, 2008

Please note that the TCDP office will be closed on Friday, May 23 and
Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day.  Have a fun holiday weekend!

************************************************************************ 

IN THIS ISSUE 

- Thank You!

- State Convention Update

- Mark Strama Campaign Academy

- Become a TCDP Sustaining Member

- TCDP Finance Council and Sustaining Members

- 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

*********************************************************************** 
THANK YOU!

The Travis County Democratic Party thanks all Democrats who attended the
state convention informational meeting and our Coordinated Campaign Kickoff
event last Saturday!  Turnout for both events was wonderful!!

*********************************************************************** 
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

            To see a list of caucus meetings and their times, please go to:

http://www.txdemocrats.org/the_party/caucus_and_training_schedule 

10:00 am Exhibit Hall opens Convention Center

3:00 pm Senate District Caucus Meetings Convention Center

            Senate District 14 will meet in the Hilton Hotel, Salon F & G.

            Senate District 25 will meet in the convention center on Level
4, Room 18 A-D

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

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.

BE AWARE THAT PARKING WILL BE DIFFICULT AND THERE WILL BE LONG LINES TO
RECEIVE YOUR CREDENTIAL.  I N ADDITION, THE SENATE DISTRICT CAUCUSES START
PROMPTLY AT 3:00 ON FRIDAY, JUNE 6.

PLEASE MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO PICK UP YOUR CREDENTIAL EARLY ENOUGH TO GO
THROUGH THE LINE AND ARRIVE AT YOUR SENATE DISTRICT CAUCUS AT LEAST 45
MINUTES BEFORE IT STARTS.  THAT WAY, DELEGATES WILL BE CHECKED IN AND
SEATED, READY TO CONDUCT BUSINESS STARTING AT 3:00.

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 

*********************************************************************** 
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
<http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001YvmQwxV9C5Mk9HdLKj48pd56hIMG7GxmI_z2j5IUQfg3ug78
09Tahyi5sVljGx_4K7ujsZRaD-YIpNz4EuK0pBfj1aK6c-FJrkBFSRo6Ye1X-QgFEIU5E8ln5k-8
2AU->  

*********************************************************************** 
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

*********************************************************************** 
TCDP FINANCE COUNCIL AND SUSTAINING MEMBERS

Member Updates for the week of May 15 - May 21, 2008

New Finance Council Members

Ann Loupot Daughety

New Sustaining Members

Elaine Anderson

Victoria Ashley

Kellie Bailey

Kathy Jedrzejewicz

Slay Phillips

Renewing Sustaining Members

Lance Cawthon

Carol Fritz

Rachel Luna

Guadalupe Sosa

*********************************************************************** 
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 

************************************************************************

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, May 23, 2008

The TCDP office is closed today in observance of Memorial Day.

**************************

Saturday, May 24, 2008

YellerDawg/Saturday Sages Democrats Meeting 
DATE: Saturday, May 24, 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.

**************************

Sunday, May 25, 2008

Fundraising BBQ Event for Rick Noriega 

DATE: Sunday, May 25, 2008
TIME: 4:00pm-7:00pm
LOCATION: Home of Patti & Ray Fuentez, 8606 Navidad Dr.

CONTACT: Laura Welch at 554-5007 or laura at ricknoriega.com

Patti & Ray Fuentez invite you to a barbeque fundraiser for Rick Noriega,
candidate for U.S. Senate.

Rick is a strong candidate who will stand up for the rights of everyday
Texans. Last week two separate polls by Rasmussen Report and Research 2000
showed that Rick is just four points behind incumbent Senator John Cornyn.
In both, John Cornyn polled below 50% -- a sign of his weakness and
vulnerability this fall. This confirms that the time for change is right and
that Texas is ready. The country, the state of Texas, and our community here
in Austin will greatly benefit if Rick wins the election. It is time for
change in D.C. and we have a chance to make that change this year.

Please join in welcoming Rick Noriega and help celebrate his campaign with
BBQ, down home sides, and refreshments. Tickets are $500, $250, $100. You
may purchase tickets online through ActBlue at
http://www.actblue.com/page/fuentez_bbq or you may RSVP with Laura Welch by
phone at (512)554-5007 or via email at laura at ricknoriega.com. 

Paul Scherr Memorial Potluck Dinner 

DATE: Sunday May 25, 2008
TIME: 6:00pm
LOCATION: Texas AFL-CIO Auditorium, 1106 Lavaca

Paul Scherr, a great Democratic Activist, died recently and in regards to
Paul's wishes for a "joyous gathering" to cause "maximum offense and
irritation to right-wingers, bigots, fundamentalists and their retrograde
fellow travelers", there will be a potluck held in his honor.

**************************

Monday, May 26, 2008   MEMORIAL DAY

The TCDP office is closed today in observance of Memorial Day.

**************************

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Northeast Travis County Democrats Meeting 

DATE: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 
TIME: 6:30pm Meet and Greet, 7:00pm Meeting starts
PLACE: Travis County Community Center, 15822 Foothill Farms Loop,
Pflugerville
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 Community Center is located across FM 1825 from the Springhill
Restaurant and behind the Lamb's Auto. 

**************************
Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Austin Tejano Democrats Meeting 

DATE: Wednesday, May 28, 2008
TIME: 5:30pm
LOCATION: Vinny's Cafe, 1003 Barton Springs Road
CONTACT: Sylvia Camarillo-Brittain at 784-5810 or
austintejanodemocrats at yahoo.com

You are invited to join the Austin Tejano Democrats for their meeting.

TCDP County Executive Committee Meeting 

DATE: Wednesday, May 28, 2008
TIME: 6:00pm
LOCATION: Commissioners Courtroom, Granger Building, 11th and Guadalupe
CONTACT: TCDP at 477-7500 or info at traviscountydemocrats.org

TCDP Chair Andy Brown invites all precinct chairs to attend the first
meeting of the 2008-2010 term of the CEC.

All CEC meetings are open to the public.

Texas Environmental Democrats Meeting 

DATE: Wednesday, May 28, 2008 
TIME: 7:00pm-8:30pm
PLACE: Vinny's Italian Restaurant, 1003 Barton Springs Rd.
CONTACT: Blair Dancy at 468-1961 or bdancy at austin.rr.com. 

You are invited to join Texas Environmental Democrats for their monthly
meeting on the fourth Wednesday of the month.

Marguerite Jones from Austin Energy's Plug-In Hybrid Program will be our
guest speaker! 

**************************

Thursday, May 29, 2008

Central Texas Democratic Forum Luncheon 

DATE: Thursday, May 29, 2008
TIME: 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Avenue, Suite 700
CONTACT: Judy Erben at 320-0665 or jerben at herring-irwin.com 

You are invited to join the Central Texas Democratic Forum for their meeting
and luncheon.

Program: The Hispanic Vote in Texas: Present and Future
For several years, Democrats and Republicans have predicted an impending
fundamental change in the demographics and electorate in Texas. In part,
that is premised upon the increased importance of the growing Hispanic vote.
When will that occur? 2008? 2010? 2012? How will it change the Democratic v.
Republican electoral split?

We have wonderful, learned speakers to enlighten us on these issues: . Lydia
Camarillo - Vice President, Southwest Voter Registration Education Project.
Lydia is one of the foremost national experts on this topic.
. James Aldrete - James has been called "the leading expert on Hispanic
media among the Democratic consultants in the state," and of course James
has worked on many Democratic campaigns, both statewide and locally.

Please join us for an informative and important program.

Super-Spectacular Door Prizes:
1. Clinton/Obama campaign items.
2. More we're-not-fond-of-Bush buttons.
3. 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 jerben at herring-irwin.com
or 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 TUESDAY, MAY 27. 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.

Sheriff Greg Hamilton Fundraiser 

Date: Thursday May 29
Time: 5 pm to 7 pm
Location: Thistle Cafe, 300 W 6th St

Contact: Alfred Stanley at astanley at astanley.com or 637-7265

Please join Sheriff Greg Hamilton at Thistle Cafe and lend your support to
his re-election campaign.

Sponsorships: $5000, $2500, $1000, $500, $250

Suggested donation: $50 

Annual Fundraiser for Commissioner Margaret Gomez

DATE: Thursday, May 29, 2008
TIME: 5:30pm-7:30pm
PLACE: Nuevo Leon, 1501 East 6th Street

CONTACT: Susan Harry at 542-9744 or susan at susanharry.com

Please join Travis County Commissioner Margaret Gomez and her supporters for
Commissioner Gomez' annual fundraiser.

Sponsorships: $1000, $500, $250, $100

Tickets: $25

Jim Jordan Fundraiser, candidate for Chief Justice, TX Supreme Court 

DATE: Thursday, May 29, 2008
TIME: 5:30pm-7:30pm
LOCATION: Scholz Garten, 1607 San Jacinto Blvd.
CONTACT: Melissa Martinez at melissa at judgejimjordan.com

Please join Senator Kirk Watson in support of Judge Jim Jordan in his
campaign for Chief Justice, Supreme Court of Texas.

Sponsorships: $5000, $2500, $1000, $500, $250, $100
Tickets: $25

R.S.V.P. to melissa at judgejimjordan.com
or support Judge Jordan now at www.judgejimjordan.com
<http://www.judgejimjordan.com/> 

************************************************************************ 
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" 

************************************************************************CONT
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 

*********************************************************************** 
NEWSLETTER: HOW TO SUBSCRIBE OR UNSUBSCRIBE YOUR E-MAIL 
If you ever want to subscribe, unsubscribe or change your options, please
send an e-mail to: 

tcdp_newsletter-unsubscribe at lists.traviscountydemocrats.org              

You will receive an auto-generated e-mail confirming your request. 

*******************************************************
TO SUBSCRIBERS WHO USE AOL 

AOL has become increasingly difficult for independent Internet services and
presence providers like ours to work with.  The AOL mail user interface has
a "Report Spam" button immediately adjacent to the "Delete" button, and not
only does this make it hard for many inexperienced (and elderly) users to
avoid hitting the "Report Spam" button, but AOL apparently makes little or
no attempt to educate its user base on distinguishing between spam and
legitimate list posts to which they have subscribed but may not wish to
read. 

AOL tracks each "Report Spam" it receives from subscribers.  If they receive
too many complaints from our service, email will be subject to substantial
acceptance delays or rejection by AOL's mail servers. 

Each time an AOL user hits the "Report Spam" button on a post from a list
hosted by our web host, we receive a "Client TOS Notification" from AOL.  If
this happens, you will be automatically unsubscribed from the list. 

You are free to re-subscribe your address to our lists; however, if you
chose to do so, please take the time to use caution or obtain an email
address, such as a gmail address, from a different provider.  Please be
careful when deleting messages. 

****************************** 
This e-mail service is paid for by the Travis County Democratic Party, 
P.O. Box 684263, Austin, TX 78768-4263

-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: http://www.traviscountydemocrats.org/pipermail/tcdp_newsletter/attachments/20080522/bd657204/attachment-0001.html 