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NTDO INVITES YOU TO A PIZZA PARTY |
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Save the Date - Sunday January 10 1:00 - 2:30
NTDO invites you to a pizza party for NTDO volunteers past and future -- to enjoy some time together and with our candidates and to hear from our incoming committeeman Dean Maragos about what remains to be done for success at the polls in February.
Candidates DAN SEALS, DAVID HOFFMAN, and BILL BRANDT have confirmed so far. PATRICK KEENAN-DEVLIN will be participating in a League of Women Voters debate in Evanston, but will be ably represented by campaign manager Michael Deheeger. If you can join us e-mail peggyslater@msn.com with NTDO in the subject line to us know.
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David Hoffman
NTDO
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| NTDO NEWS
December 30, 2009
From the Candidates to You:
Our Candidate for Congress
Dan Seals
We are proud to present Dan Seals - the grassroots favorite to represent the people of the 10th Congressional District. Every Democratic organization in the 10th that has endorsed in this race has endorsed Dan. The largest township, Wheeling, endorsed him by 92%.
Dan has run twice against the most popular Republican in Illinois. He won 46.6% of the vote in 2006 and 47.4% in 2008. Dan was not afraid to run against an entrenched, lavishly funded incumbent. He did the hard work, showed tremendous strength of character and nearly won against incredible odds. Dan knows the issues and the voters in our District, and he'll continue to fight for our values as our Congressman.
This is the second in our series from and about the candidates endorsed by the membership of NTDO. |
Dan Seals for Congress, for Us |
From health care reform and an economic crisis to two foreign wars and a possible nuclear Iran, the stakes are high for the 2010 Election. We can't miss the opportunity to elect someone who will be a strong voice in Washington, fight for our ideals and values, and work with President Obama to institute lasting change.
That person is Dan Seals.
Dan's unique policy and business background is exactly what we need in Congress to turn this economic ship around, increase economic development and get men and women back to work. He has a master's degree in international economics from Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies and an MBA from the University of Chicago. He has been an aide to the Assistant Secretary of Commerce and an Economics Fellow in the Senate. He helped design green jobs programs for the City of Chicago and taught public policy at Northwestern University. But his experience isn't just academic and governmental. He has also served as a Director at GE and currently works as a consultant to small businesses.
In Congress, he will use his business experience to help restore fiscal discipline in government after years of massive budget deficits, by demanding pay-as-you-go budgeting rules that stop Congress from spending more without knowing how they're going to pay for it.
No candidate knows the 10th District like Dan does. From Dan's hometown of Wilmette up to Waukegan, only Dan has taken the time to get to know each community and the challenges and opportunities they face. That is why 47.4 percent of the district voted for him in 2008. That is why he holds the record for the most votes ever cast for a Democratic Congressional Candidate. Of course, the reason for such strong support is that he had the courage to stand up and challenge the incumbent when few others would. He will bring that knowledge and determination to fight for us in Washington.
Dan Seals has been with us, fought with us, and will continue to stand up for us and we encourage you to not only vote for him on February 2nd but to volunteer to help spread his message to rest of the voters of the 10th District.
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Dan Seals on the Issues: Economic Recovery, Health Care, Education and the Environment |
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Economic Recovery
There is a tremendous amount of economic pain in our community. A lot of people have asked Dan what can be done to address it. Recently, Dan Seals held a forum addressing economic recovery in our communities. With unemployment up 56% from last year in the 10th District, we need an economic solution to help middle and working class families.
Dan knows that that not only do we have to get men and women back to work right now, we have to invest in solutions to spur long term economic growth. He believes that we need to take three major steps to turn this economy around. His plan to economic recovery includes:
· Investing in small businesses;
· Expanding loan availability for small businesses;
· Passing major health care reform; and
· Reducing the national debt.
Health Care
We spend twice as much on healthcare as the average industrialized nation, and get poorer results for our population and our companies. Dan has trouble accepting that every other industrialized country has figured out how to solve this problem, while we continue to struggle with it. His view of health care reform includes a commitment to lower costs, improve quality, and expand coverage.
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A Strong Grassroots Movement Behind Dan Seals
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Dan Seals' campaign is a true bottom-up organization with thousands of supporters across the district and hundreds of volunteers in their offices each week to help send him to Washington. The people of the 10th District are with Dan.
The momentum behind Dan Seals is incredible and continues to build every single week. In the past few weeks, the Illinois Federation of Teachers endorsed Dan as well as Congressman Jay Inslee, who is a leader in Congress on environmental issues. The Independent Voters of Illinois-Independent Precinct Organization (IVI-IPO) just released their endorsement of Dan too.
Join the movement today by visiting www.dansealsforcongress.com/action! In approximately two weeks, early voting begins. Time is of the essence. Drop by one of their offices and give them a hand--even if it's just 30 minutes on your way home, every bit of time helps. |
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Dan's Stand on Israel |
"I am absolutely committed to the safety and
security of Israel. As a Member of Congress, I
will be committed to the security of America's
only truly democratic ally in the region, Israel
- and to the belief that Israel's gain is our gain,
and Israel's struggles are our struggles."
-Dan Seals
The special relationship between the United States and Israel is founded upon their shared belief in democracy and freedom, and now the United States and Israel are partners in the struggle against terrorism. The United States can best promote peace by giving Israel the support it needs to take risks for peace, and by standing firm against those who will not even acknowledge its right to exist.
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Campaign with Dan Seals |
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Phone Bank for Dan Seals!
Every day! We are phone banking and canvassing for Dan each day and night of the week. Please stop by the office in Deerfield or Arlington Heights!
Campaign Office: 405 Lake Cook Road (Second Floor), Deerfield, IL
Arlington Heights Office: 1310 W. Northwest Highway in Arlington Heights
RSVP - info@dansealsforcongress.com or 847-945-8900.
Carbon Footprint Service Event
January 2nd, 2010 at 1:00 p.m.
Join us in a discussion about our role in protecting the environment. Listen to presentations by Dan Seals and Adam Borut of Ecohatchery.com about how we can reduce our individual carbon footprints.
RSVP on our website or call the office at 847-945-8900. Hope to see you there!!
Join Dan in Northbrook
Monday, January 4, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.
Join Dan for a conversation in Northbrook. Please RSVP on our website or call campaign headquarters 837-945-8900, or email us at info@dansealsforcongress.com.
Reception in Highland Park
Sunday, January 10 from 3:30-5:00 p.m
Please join Nancie Blatt, Judy & Rick Fenton, Mary Beth &Kevin Kamraczewski, Gerry & Steve Keen, Adrienne & Ron Kirshbaum and Sharon & Steven Narrod at a reception with Dan Seals, candidate for U.S. Congress. The reception will be held at a private residence in Highland Park. Please be our guest. Contributions are welcome. For the address of the reception or to RSVP, contact Tracy Mayfield at tmayfield@dansealsforcongress.com or call 847-945-8900. |
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Campaign with David Hoffman
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Winnetka Fundraiser
Thursday, January 7 7:30-9:00pm
Joan Golder, David & Carol Golder,
Bill Crowley, Jack & Marcia Melamed,
Jim & Cathy Nowacki, Ron & Carol Port, Paul Ringel, and Fred & Priscilla Sperling
Invite you to meet
David Hoffman
Candidate for US Senate from Illinois
At a private home in Winnetka.
Sponsor $2,400, Supporter $1,000, Friend $500
Please RSVP to Chris Toft at 312/784-0928
or email chris@hoffmanforillinois.com
Phonebanks in Chicago
Saturday, January 2 from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 3 from 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Join us at the Hoffman For Illinois office on Saturday and/or Sunday to reach Democratic voters throughout the state. Hoffman for Illinois Office, 500 N. Dearborn 6th floor
Two Events at Northfield Dems Phone Bank Wednesday, January 6 at 6:00 p.m.
Join us at the Northfield Township Democrats office for a phone bank to let voters know about early voting, which begins Jan. 11. Northfield Dems HQ, 1926 Waukegan Rd. #310, Glenview, IL 60025
Breakfast Canvass Saturday, January 16 at 10:00
Join us for a breakfast and canvass for United States Senate candidate David Hoffman. We will have food, strategy and training before we go out and meet voters in targeted precincts. For those who can't walk we will also have a phonebank.
Please RSVP for all phone bank and canvass events for David Hoffman to
Karen@hoffmanforillinois.com or (312) 784-0921 |
Campaign with Patrick Keenan-Devlin |
A New Way for Illinois 
Tuesday, January 5 7:00 pm - 8:30pm
Coffee at the Home of Tom Nathan
817 Central Ave., Wilmette
Wednesday, January 6 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Coffee in Celebration of Patrick's Endorsment by Evanston Fire Fighters Local 742 at the Home of Roberta Rakove
co-hosted by Liz Andrews
Tuesday, January 12 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Mather Coffee at the Home of Tasha Deutsch
425 Davis, Evanston
Thursday, January 14 7:00pm
Coffee at the Home of Jackie Mack
WhenThu, January 14, 2010, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Where2015 Orrington Avenue, Evanston
Northwestern Community Fundraiser
Thursday, January 7 6pm - 8pm
At the Home of Cathy Stembridge
2424 Elm Avenue, Evanston
Contribution Levels: Young Alum: $25 Freshman: $50 Sophomore: $75 Junior: $100 Senior: $250-$500
Soup-er Volunteer Appreciation Event
Saturday January 9 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Campaign Office, 1630 Orrington
Let's canvass for Patrick on Saturday afternoon, then come to the headquarters to warm up with homemade soup. Or, let's come for the soup and complete one phonebanking shift. See you there! Let us know if you want to make soup.
League of Women Voters Debate
Sun, January 10 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge
RSVP to all of Patrick's events at rsvp@patrickforillinois.com
Sun, January 17, 2010, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Phonebanking Party with the Bruskis
Home of Nancy and Mitchell Bruski
Join Patrick, campaign staff, and other volunteers at headquarters to call 18th district voters at our regular phone banks at our Evanston office, 1630 Orrington and at the NTDO Office at 800 Oak in Winnetka. Bring your cell phone and your laptop if you have one.
Call Kevin Brown, 773-710-2279, for complete information on the phone banks and how to get involved in Patrick's campaign, or e-mail at kevinmitbrown@sbcglobal.net.
RSVP to all of Patrick's events at rsvp@patrickforillinois.com
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NTDO Endorsed Candidates
Pat Quinn: Governor
David Hoffman: U. S. Senator
Patrick Keenan-Devlin:18th Leg District
Bill Brandt: State Central Committeeman
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Democratic candidates running unopposed in the primary who are endorsed by the NTDO are:
· Janice D. Schakowsky, 9th U.S. Congressional District
· Lisa Madigan, State of Illinois, Attorney General
· Jesse White, State of Illinois Secretary of State
· Daniel K. Biss, 17th State Representative District
· Karen May, 58th State Representative District
· David D. Orr, Cook County Clerk
· Maria Pappas, Cook County Treasurer
· Jennifer Bishop Jenkins, County Brd Comm 14th District
· Dean Maragos, New Trier Township Committeeman
· Lauren Beth Gash, State Central Committeewoman |
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NTDO Seeks New Administrative Assistant |
Our extremely knowledgeable and much loved administrative assistant is retiring after seven years of service to NTDO. We are looking for someone who is familiar with our organization and who can keep it running smoothly. The position involves keeping volunteers, committees and projects organized and on schedule and staffing our office each week day morning from 9:00 am to noon. This is a paid position and will start in January.
If you are interested or know someone who would be interested, please e-mail the name and phone number of the applicant to newtrierdems@sbcglobal.net . |
 Dan Seals on the Issues (cont.) |
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"The Illinois Federation of Teachers is proud to endorse Dan Seals for the 10th Congressional District," said IFT President Ed Geppert, Jr. "Dan has a track record of working tirelessly to improve the lives of the people living in his district, and we know he will continue that leadership in Congress. Dan Seals personifies the type of leader we want in Washington fighting for public education."
It has been said that at the starting line of life, everyone deserves an equal opportunity. Our education system needs to reflect that aspiration. From early education to adult education, Dan Seals believes that we need to make changes in order to ensure that more Americans are able to compete in the international marketplace. Dan began his career as a teacher in Japan and continues to teach at Northwestern University because education is important to him.
Environment
Dan Seals believes that the threat to our environment is the overarching moral challenge of our time. We cannot escape its consequences, because unlike other policy areas, this issue is not partisan and shows no preference for any particular group. It's literally the air we breathe, the water we drink, the land on which we grow our food. Progress on these issues requires courage and a commitment to the health and well-being of future generations.
On a personal note, as the father of children that suffer from asthma, Dan is especially concerned about restoring and preserving clean air. As Congressman, Dan will see that all tools are used to return the environment to its pristine condition for the health of all Americans-regardless of which party holds the White House.
For more information on these issues and many others, please visit www.dansealsforcongress.com/issues.
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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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