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NTDO NEWS
December 2, 2009 |
Next Sunday afternoon New Trier Dems will have the chance to endorse the Democratic candidates they want to see representing our party in the February 2010 Primary Election. It will be a full afternoon but well worth the time. Every candidate views an NTDO endorsement as a valuable part of their campaign message. Your participation is important.
Beyond the practical reasons for attending, these bi-annual meetings do have an added attraction -- the potential of seeing the start of a potential political star. Past NTDO Endorsement Meeting's have sometimes presented speakers who have gone on to impressive heights - State Senator Obama is the ultimate example. This Sunday, there will be several relatively new faces at the podium. Who knows what fame may may lie ahead for one or more of them? And you can say that you were there at the beginning.
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If you are a NTDO member in good standing, don't miss the Dec. 6th Endorsement Meeting --
come early!
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The general membership meeting to endorse a number of the 2010 Democratic Primary candidates will be held on Sunday, Dec. 6 at 2pm. at the Winnetka Community House.
Presentations will begin promptly at 2 pm so allow yourself plenty of time to park, sign in, pick up your ballots and get a good seat.
Members will hear presentations from Democratic candidates for Illinois governor - the Illinois' junior U.S. Senate seat - the 10th Congressional District seat - the Illinois 18th Legislative District seat - President of the Cook County Board.
This will be your chance to hear all of these candidates present their views and positions. It is very important that NTDO members attend this key meeting.
Only "members in good standing" will be eligible to vote.
To vote you must be:*
- A registered voter in New Trier Township
In addition, as of Dec. 6, 2009, you must have done one of the following:
- Paid dues or paid to attend a NTDO fundraiser in the preceding 12 months. (If you dues aren't paid up, please do so by November 21, 15 days before the December 6 Endorsement Meeting.)
- Worked as an NTDO volunteer within the preceding 24 months.
- Worked as an election judge in New Trier Township within the preceding 24 months
*NTDO members who have changed their voter registration address to outside New Trier Township may continue to be "members in good standing" if they continue to comply with criteria 1, 2 or 3 above.
Endorsement
requires a 60% vote of all NTDO members attending
the meeting. Candidates who are endorsed will receive the public
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Democratic Primary candidates
Activities and Information:
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Campaigns for the 10th Congressional District seat and the Illinois' 18th Legislative District seat are in full swing. Because the 18th District includes a number of communities beyond New Trier's borders and the 10th District stretches from Palatine to Waukegan, the majority of candidate activities are happening in areas outside New Trier Township. The NTDO News, when notified, will provide specific information for activities occurring within New Trier. Information on all other candidate activities or events can be found at the each candidate's website. Their web addresses will be provided here each week.
Four Democrats are running in the 10th Congressional District Primary race:
Julie Hamos, Dan Seals, Elliot Richardson and Milton Sumption.
 Elliot Richardson (candidate for 10th Congressional District seat)
To learn more about Elliot Richardson, his positions or to volunteer in his campaign go to: http://elliotrichardsonforcongress.com/
 Dan Seals (candidate for 10th Congressional District seat)
On Monday, December 14, from 7:00-8:30 pm, the Seals campaign is having a meet and greet with Dan Seals featuring Terry Walsh, lead direct mail consultant in the Obama Presidential campaign. The event will be held at a private residence in Winnetka. -- For details and to RSVP, call 847-945-8900 or email tmayfield@dansealsforcongress.com. You are invited to come as a guest, but contributions are welcome.
Canvassing for the Seals Campaign continues: Seals
campaign volunteers are canvassing throughout the district. If you
want to get involved in the Seals' canvass contact Erik at esmith@dansealsforcongress.com
The Dan Seals campaign headquarters are at:
405 Lake Cook Road, Suite 205A, Deerfield. 847-945-8900
 Julie Hamos (candidate for 10th Congressional District seat)
Tonight, December 2, Meet Julie Hamos at a House Party in Kenilworth, 7:00-8:30 pm. For Details contact Matt at campaign headquarters: (847) 550-3777.
On Tuesday, December 8, the Hamos campaign is having a meet and greet with Julie Hamos in Wilmette. Contact campaign headquarters for details: (847) 550-3777.
Canvassing for the Hamos Campaign continues: Julie
Hamos and her campaign volunteers are canvassing throughout the
district. If you want to join the Hamos team this weekend, contact Alex for Cook County or Ben for Lake County at campaign headquarters or call (847) 550-3777.
For complete information on all the events and volunteer opportunities coming up in Julie Hamos' Campaign, click here.
The Julie Hamos campaign headquarters are at:
3100 Dundee Road, Suite 109, Northbrook. 847-550-3777
 Milton Sumption (candidate for 10th Congressional District seat)
For complete information on all the events and volunteer opportunities coming up in Milton Sumption's Campaign, click here.
The Sumption campaign can be reached at:
Sumption for Congress, P. O. Box 524
Highland Park, IL 60035. 847-323-7706
Campaigns for the five Democrats in the Illinois' 18th Legislative District race are now in full swing:
Coffees, discussion groups and forums are happening across the district. To learn more about upcoming events with these candidates, or to learn their positions or volunteer in one of their campaigns go to:
Robyn Gabel (www.robynforrep.com)
Patrick Keenan-Devlin (www.patrickforillinois.com)
Eamon Kelly (www.eamon2010.com)
Jeff Smith (www.electjeffsmith.org)
Edmund Moran (Former Evanston Alderman Moran presently does not have a campaign website.)
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The New Trier Democrats have a brand new website ntdo.org. Check it out.
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The New Trier Democratic Organization has a new website -- ntdo.org. The site's new design is aimed at making our Internet home more usable for site visitors
-- whether they are a politically active volunteers, someone interested in
a specific issue or simply a New Trier resident looking for voting
information. Because the underlying structure of the site allows editing of the website's content directly by NTDO volunteers, the goal will be to keep information fresh and involving with frequent updates, encouraging regular returns by site visitors.
"All politics is local" and the more grassroots involvement our
website inspires, the better the chances for electing progressive
candidates across our state and our nation.
You're invited to explore the site and think about ways we might make it an even more effective tool in our battle to strengthen progressive government. Send your suggestions here.
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About Us:
The New Trier Democratic Organization is made up of hundreds of grassroots volunteers dedicated to advancing progressive ideals through the political process. We welcome your participation.
Sincerely,
Bill Crowley, Committeeman New Trier Township
We are located at 800 Oak Street in Winnetka, IL. Ph: 847-446-8030
Office hours: Mon., Wed., Fri. -- 9am-Noon
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