November 10th Meeting of D17 (Tempe/South Scottsdale) Democrats
Tuesday, November 10th
6pm: Social
7pm sharp: Meeting Begins
We meet the 2nd Tuesday of every month at the Pyle Center! (SW Corner of Southern and Rural) (map)
Featured Speaker
Professor Terence Ball on "What it Means to be a Democrat." Dr. Ball, professor of political science at ASU since 1998, is the author of Civil Disobedience and Civil Deviance, Transforming Political Discourse, Reappraising Political Theory, Political Ideologies and the Democratic Ideal.
Updates and Q & A from our Democratic Elected Officials!
Questions: Contact D17 Chair Lauren Kuby: laurenkuby@gmail.com; 602-790-2156; www.d17Dems.org
D17 Pulls Out the Stops for Arizona List on Nov. 18
Join Special Guest State Representative Rae Waters for "Cocktails for Change" from 5:30–7pm and celebrate Arizona List, a grassroots donor network that recruits, mentors, and helps elect pro-choice Democratic women all over the state. Featuring the Turning-Arizona- Blue Martinis, Beer, Wine, and fabulous food. Lauren Kuby's house, 109 E. Loma Vista Dr., Tempe, AZ 85282 (map)
RSVP/Questions: allison.shannon@gmail.com
Get Involved
Tempe Day of Action Kick-off with Congressman Harry Mitchell and State Representative David Schapira
When: Sunday, November 15 @ 2 pm
Where: Lauren Kuby’s House, 109 E. Loma Vista Dr., Tempe 85282 (map)
What: We'll knock on doors of new Democrats to sign them up for the Permanent Early Ballot
There's Always Food: Build your own Burrito--Fix-ins Provided--before or after
RSVP: TeamMitchell@MitchellforCongress.com or laurenkuby@gmail.com
Neighborhood Teams
How will we turn AZ Blue in 2010? By welcoming new Democrats to the fold and spending the "off-season" getting voters on the Permanent Early Voting List (PEVL).
We have formed Neighborhood Teams, based on the Obama model, to make the work of democracy fun and bite-sized. To join the team nearest you, email Kristin.Gwinn@gmail.com.
Chair Lauren Kuby (right) welcomes Tempe teacher Lisa Lape into the Democratic Party. Lisa joined us at our next "action" and signed up nine new voters for the Permanent Early Voting List. And Lisa's not all, Last meeting, two Republicans came to our meeting and turned blue before our very eyes!
Maricopa County Needs Volunteers!
Rhonda Bradburn, Maricopa County Democratic Party Volunteer Coordinator, is putting together a database of volunteers they can call on from time to time as the need arises. Email her at: rrrbradburn@yahoo.com; 602-374-2260. Volunteers are urgently needed and Rhonda would appreciate all help you could give her.
10 for 2010!
Sign the ADP 10 for 2010 pledge and sign up 10 voters for the PEVL in your neighborhood. Democrats need 90,109 more registrations to overcome the Republican advantage in the state. We also need 69,000 more Democrats to sign up for the Permanent Early Voter List. Sign the ADP 10 for 2010 pledge and take the first step in voting the Republican Legislature out of office in 2010. Sign up, and they will send you PEVL forms and a list of Democrats in your neighborhood who are not signed up to receive an early ballot. It is critical that we arm Democrats with a ballot during early voting in 2010. It will lay the groundwork for taking our legislature back. Help us win in 2010 by taking the PLEDGE to recruit 10 Democrats onto the Permanent Early Voter List. Click here to sign-up.
Tempe Library Voter Registration Drive
D17 volunteers are having tons of fun signing up voters to the Permanent Early Voting List (PEVL) and registering new voters. People in the community enjoy seeing and talking with us and look for us every Saturday! Please sign up for a 2-hour shift in November: 11/7, (11:30-1:30), 11/14 (9:30-11:30, 11:30-1:30), 11/21 (9:30-11:30, 11:30-1:30). Email Genevieve Vega at genmalia@yahoo.com with your availability.
D17 Democrats in the News: State Rep. Ed Ableser joins Tempe Community at International Climate Action Day
State Rep Ed Ableser joined with local community activists for International Climate Action Day on October 24, 2009. The day, celebrated in over 181 countries) sought to spotlight the number "350" (350 parts per million CO2 in the atmosphere is the safe limit for humanity; we are at 383!). Tempe participants spelled out "350" underneath a green-painted "A" at Tempe's "A" Mountain.
State Rep Ed Ableser is one of 35 legislators nationwide appointed by the White House to the CLEAN: Coalition of Legislators for Energy Action Now. President Obama formed the Working Group to harness this expertise to help move energy and climate-change legislation through Congress, with an emphasis on creating clean-energy jobs. Congratulations, Ed!
Events
Keep up to date with LD17 events by adding us to your Google Calendar.
Every Saturday: 1:30-5:30pm at the Tempe Library: Register voters and sign them up to Vote-By-Mail. To volunteer (1:30 to 3:30 or 3:30 to 5:30), email Genevieve at genmalia@yahoo.com.
Nov. 5 (Thurs.), East Valley Working Young Democrats Meeting: Join East Valley young professionals at Salty Senorita, 1860 S. Stapley Dr., Mesa. Happy hour social starts at 6pm; meeting starts at 7pm. For more info, contact Cole Hickman: cole.hickman@gmail.com; 415-847-9174
Nov. 8 (Sun): Arizona List Party at Terry Goddard's Home: 3– 5pm. Attorney General Terry Goddard and Monica Goddard cordially invite you to a wine and cheese party. Join them for an invigorating rally and polite political outrage among friends as they celebrate Democratic, pro-choice women and the work of Arizona List. Special guest host: Governor Rose Mofford! 503 W. Portland, Phoenix, AZ 85003. Tickets: $100 includes basic membership to Arizona List; $75 for currently renewed members; $50 for young professionals (may be applied to basic membership). Please RSVP by November 3rd at info@arizonalist.org or 520-327-0520.
Nov. 9 (Mon): ASU's Wrigley Lecture Series on Sustainability: 12:30-2pm. "Copenhagen, Schwarzenegger, a Merchant Bank, and Pallets: What Do They Have in Common?" by Craig Cogut, Co-Managing Partner and Founder, Pegasus Capital Advisors. Dessert Reception to follow. Room 101, Global Institute of Sustainability, Building with the Wind Turbines at SW Corner of University and College. Park next door at United Methodist Church for $5 or in Brickyard Parking lot (first hour is free) at Forest and 5th Streets. Seating is limited and reservations are required, please RSVP at WrigleyLectureRSVP_Cogut@asu.edu. For more information, go to http://sustainability.asu.edu/docs/gios/wrigley/wrigley-cogut.pdf
Nov. 10 (Tues): D17 Democrats Monthly Meeting: 7pm at the Pyle Center (see above)
Nov. 10 (Tues): Reception Fundraiser for Candidate for Secretary of State Sam Wercinski: 5:30–7:30pm. Hosted by Kathy, Dave, and Todd Schwarz. Sam is Arizona's former Real Estate Commissioner, a US Air Force Veteran, and USAF Academy Graduate. 5901 East Vernon, Scottsdale. google map. Suggested minimum contribution is $50. Help us raise $2010 for Sam! Make personal checks payable to Sam4AZ. Unable to attend? Please contribute at www.Sam4AZ.com. Every contribution is significant and appreciated.RSVP to Dave or Kathy: 480-946-6103; Todd: 602-667-3825. or samwercinski@sam4az.com
Nov. 12 (Thurs): Legislative District 17 Town Hall Meeting, 6:30 to 8pm. Come share your thoughts with State Sen. Meg Burton-Cahill, State Rep. David Schapira, and State Rep. Ed Ableser. “Your input is very important to us and it will help us serve you and our community better.” State Legislators will discuss issues that are important to constituents, answer questions and learn about their priorities. Pyle Center, 655 E. Southern Ave. SW Southern and Rural)! (map) Questions? Please contact Community and Constituent Liaison, Cynthia Aragon: at 602-926-5848 or at caragon@azleg.gov
Nov. 12 (Thurs): East Valley Working Young Democrats Monthly Meeting: 7-8:30pm. Join active 35 and younger Dems at Democrat owned Iguana Mack's (map) in Chandler. We will hear from a great speaker and discuss events on our October calendar. For more info, contact Cole Hickman: cole.hickman@gmail.com; 415-847-9174.
Nov. 15 (Sun): Tempe Day of Action (Neighborhood Walk & Knock) with Congressman Harry Mitchell and State Representative David Schapira: 2–6pm. Walk your local neighborhood or make some phone calls to your neighbors (bring your cell phone). Build your own Burrito (fix-ins provided). Lauren Kuby's house, 109 E. Loma Vista Dr., Tempe, AZ 85282. (map)
Nov. 16 (Mon): Breakfast Reception with Vice President Joe Biden and members of US Congress, Ann Kirkpatrick and Harry Mitchell. 7:30-9am: Private Reception; 8:30-10am: General Reception. Wyndham Phoenix Hotel, 50 E Adams St., Phoenix. Tickets: $500 General Reception; $1,000 - $2,400 private reception. Buy tix at: www.actblue.com/entity/fundraisers/23228
Nov. 18 (Wed): ASU's Wrigley Lecture Series on Sustainability: "Why We Hate Oil Companies": 12:30–2pm. By John Hofmeister, former president of Shell Oil and founder of Citizens for Affordable Energy in Washington, D.C. Dessert Reception to follow. Room 101, Global Institute of Sustainability (building with the Wind Turbines at SW Corner of University and College). Park next door at United Methodist Church for $5 or in Brickyard Parking lot (first hour is free) at Forest and 5th Streets. Seating is limited and reservations are required, please RSVP at WrigleyLectureRSVP_Hofmeister@asu.edu. For more information go to http://sustainability.asu.edu/docs/gios/wrigley/wrigley-hofmeister.pdf.
Nov. 18 (Wed): Cocktails for Change: 5:30–7pm. $10 Fundraiser for Arizona List at Lauren Kuby's house in Tempe (see above).
Nov. 19 (Thurs): Drinking Liberally: Promoting Democracy, One Pint at a Time! Share your politics while you share a pitcher at your local progressive social club. An informal gathering of like-minded, left-leaners who may want to trade ideas, get more involved, or just enjoy each other's company. Time-Out Lounge, 3129 S. Mill Ave (NE corner of Mill and Southern), Tempe. For more info: andrew.harner@gmail.com
Nov. 22 (Sun): Arizona Democratic Party Hall of Fame Dinner with Keynote Speaker US Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI): Special Guests: AG Terry Goddard and Congressman Harry Mitchell. Wyndham Phoenix Hotel, 50 E. Adams St., Phoenix, 85004. 5 pm: VIP, ADC & General Receptions; 6 pm. Ticket prices starting at $100; FREE for ADC Members (with RSVP). RSVP to RSVP@azdem.org or 602-234-6818.
Nov. 22 (Sun): Yo Momma After Dark: After-Hours Party, following the ADP Dinner. Tickets: $XX; Free to "Change for Change" members. Wyndham Phoenix Hotel, 50 E. Adams St., Phoenix, 85004.
Election 2010 Update
We all know about the various partisan offices to be elected next year, and work for those campaigns is well under way. However, many candidates get their political careers started in “nonpartisan” low-profile offices such as school boards and city councils, and those should be kept in mind if you or someone you know is interested.
The races you might know about:
Governor--Secretary of State--Attorney General--Treasurer--Superintendent of Public Instruction--Arizona Corporation Commission (2 seats)
US Congressman
US Senator
State Representative (2 seats)
State Senator
City Councils (Tempe and Scottsdale, 3 seats each)
Races next year that may have escaped your notice:
Justice of the Peace (Kyrene and University Lakes)
Constable (Kyrene and University Lakes)
Kyrene Elementary (2 seats)
Scottsdale Unified School District (2 seats)
Tempe Elementary (2 seats)
Tempe Union (2 seats)
If interested in one of the other offices, please contact LD17 chair Lauren Kuby for information on becoming a candidate.
Buy the new Democratic Cookbook: How to Roast an Elephant
How to Roast an Elephant: A Collection of Blue Ribbon Recipes from Maricopa County Democrats. Delight your partisan taste buds while benefiting Maricopa County Democrats AND D17 (Cost is $17, and D17 gets $7 for each book sold). We will deliver the book to your home, or you can pick one up at the next monthly meeting! Be sure to check out the recipe for the "Turning The-County-Blue Martini," a cocktail that has curious effect of energizing Democrats! Contact laurenkuby@gmail.com to place your order!
To purchase cookbook by mail, clip and send this form to:
District 17 Democrats
PO Box 26047, Tempe, AZ 85285
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Sign Up for a Mail-In Ballot Turn AZ Blue!
Sign up your friends and neighbors! Print the card, below, fill it out, and bring to the next D17 meeting or mail to: Lauren Kuby, 109 E. Loma Vista Dr., Tempe, AZ 85282
All Good Democrats, Come to the Aid of Your Party!
Contribute $17 (or more) for District 17! Donate online at www.actblue.com/page/d17.
Submit items by the 22nd of the month to allison.shannon@gmail.com.
District 17 Democrats
P.O. Box 26047, Tempe, AZ 85285
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