|
|
NTDO NEWS
March 24, 2010
This week America's system of health care took a giant step toward becoming a system that makes quality health care truly available to every American. But although it would seem a good thing for a system to ensure none of us goes without needed medical care because of our finances or a pre-existing condition, some of our fellow Americans don't think so. Most of these health care reform opponents state their opposition in terms of economic or political philosophies but the Republican Party's strategy for resisting these reforms plays off emotions that are much simpler and more toxic than something as clean as philosophical differences. Bob Herbert summed this up perfectly in a New York Times op ed this week. If you didn't see it, click through and read it now (and then please come back for our news). Mr. Herbert's take on the Republican Party's "lack of class" sums up why a lot of us choose to support the efforts of the Democratic Party. Basically, it's not about a philosophy, it's simply about acting decently toward our fellow human beings.
This week's NTDO News has no announcements of events dealing with health care. But in a larger sense, every time we announce an event for a good Democratic candidate, or a community forum for thoughtful and civil discussion, or an opportunity for a grassroots volunteer activity, we are weakening the increasingly mean-spirited and negative strategy of the Republican Party -- a strategy based on misinformation, ignorance and fear.
|
The New Trier Dems'
2010 Forum Series
begins on April 11
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan
will be its first speaker. RSVP Now.
|
During 2010, the NTDO Program Committee has plans to host several forums for the New Trier community featuring key public figures. Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan will launch the series on Sunday April 11. And on May 16, Governor Pat Quinn has agreed to speak. Stay tuned for announcements of future speakers during the year. The NTDO 2010 Forum Series
1st featured speaker
IL Attorney General Lisa Madigan
Sunday April 11
3:00 - 4:30 PM
Winnetka Community House
620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka IL
Admission to all Forums is free to all New Trier Dems with membership up to date.
Admission is $20 for all non-members.
To help the Program Committee assure there is enough seating please RSVP to the New Trier Dems or call 847-446-8030. |
Two important Dan Seals fundraisers -- One is before the March 31 campaign funding report deadline.
|
 | This is a critical time for a campaign's fundraising. The next financial reporting deadline is March 31. Your support now will have an especially important impact. Join Jan Schakowsky and Dan Seals for a discussion of the 2010 Midterm Election -- Sunday, March 28.
Fay Clayton and Lowell Sachnoff,
Benita Cohen, Patrick Keenan-Devlin,
Al Khalfan, Joan and Michael Pine,
State Senator Jeff Schoenberg,
Cook County Board Commissioner Larry Suffredin,
and Mary K. Trew (Host Committee in Formation)
invite you to
a conversation with Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky
and Congressional Democratic Nominee Dan Seals
"What is at Stake in the 2010 Midterm Election"
Sunday, March 28, 4:30-6:00 pm
at the home of Lowell Sachnoff & Fay Clayton
1044 Lakeshore Boulevard in Evanston
Host $2400, Sponsor $1000,
Supporter $500, Individual $125
To contribute in advance for this event or in lieu of attending, please click here. Checks should be made payable to "Dan Seals for Congress." ------
with the LGBT Community
April 8 in Chicago
State Senator Heather Steans & Leo Smith,
Honorable Debra Shore, Todd Connor, Jason Held,
Brian Moak & Mark Roberts, Dane Tidwell, and Bill Weeks
(Host Committee in Formation)
invite you to a Fundraising Reception with the LGBT Community in support of Congressional Democratic Nominee Dan Seals (IL-10) - Endorsed by Human Rights Campaign.
Thursday, April 8th, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Ann Sather
909 W. Belmont
Chicago
Host: $2400, Patron: $500
Supporter: $250, Individual: $125
To request more information
or to RSVP click here.
--------
All contributions go to the Dan Seals for Congress campaign.Contributions
or gifts to Dan Seals for Congress are not tax deductible. We may
accept contributions from an individual totaling up to $2,400 per
election; $4,800 per election cycle. Federal PAC's may contribute up to
$5,000 per election; $10,000 per cycle. Federal law prohibits
contributions to the campaign from corporations, labor organizations
and national banks; from any person contributing another person's
funds; from foreign nationals who lack permanent resident status; from
federal government contractors. Federal law requires us to use our best
efforts to collect and report the name, mailing address, occupation and
name of employer of individuals whose contributions exceed $200 in an
election cycle. Click here to visit the Seals Campaign website. |
Is Illinois' budget crisis affecting our future economic development? You can learn a lot about where we're headed on March 30.
|
The Center for Tax and
Budget Accountability's 9th Annual Fiscal Symposium will discuss the economic effects of Illinois' fiscal
policies. The recurring and substantial budget shortfalls are causing devastating cuts to vital public services like education
and social services.
These and other public services play a significant
role in equipping individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary
to become economically productive, and in creating an economic
environment in which good paying, good-benefit jobs are obtainable.
You are invited to join the symposium panelists for a lively discussion on the interplay between
adequately funding basic services and economic development.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Union League Club of Chicago
69 West Jackson Blvd.
Main Lounge, Second Floor
Chicago, Illinois 60604
Registration begins at 8:15 a.m., Program at 9:00 a.m.
Keynote:
David Wilhelm,
Founder and President of Woodland Venture Management
and
former Chairman of the Democratic National Committee
Panelists:
Illinois Representative Barbara Flynn Currie, 25th District Illinois Representative
William "Will" Davis, 30th District
and Chair of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus
Michael Gelder, Senior Health Care Policy Advisor
to Governor Pat Quinn
Dr. Michael A. Jacoby, Executive Director,
Illinois Association of School Business Officials
James
D. Nowlan, Senior Fellow with the Universiry of Illinois, Institute of
Government and Public Affairs and an adjunct professor of public policy
at Knox College
Click here to download a copy of the registration form. Deadline to register is Friday, March 26, 2010.
For more information contact Tracy Schonberger at tschonberger@ctbaonline.org
If
you have not yet registered, please fax your registration form to me.
Payment can be made (by check or cash) at the door. For those of you
already registered, we look forward to seeing you next Tuesday.
|
Legislative Redistricting in Illinois is more complicated than you might think.
David Hoffman will tell you how much more on April 8.
|
 Last year, Governor Quinn's
Illinois Reform Commission recommended substantially reforming the
state's redistricting process. The League of Women Voters and the
Illinois Campaign for Political Reform (ICPR) responded by joining with
other reform groups to draft a proposed amendment to the Illinois
Constitution that is designed to reduce the role of politics in
deciding where the boundaries should be for state legislative
districts.
Legislative Redistricting,
Why Drawing a Line Is More Complicated
than You Think
A Tenth Dems University class
led by:
David Hoffman
Ex-Illinois Reform Commission Member and
U.S. Senate candidate
Thursday, April 8, 7:00 p.m.
Location: Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook
Instructors:
David Hoffman
David Morrison, Associate Director of Illinois Campaign for Political Reform
Jan Czarnik, Executive Director of the League of Women Voters of Illinois
Come hear from these experts about redistricting: the current method (which has involved for the last three times the drawing of a name out of Abe Lincoln's hat), a reform proposal (for which Morrison and Czarnik were among the principal drafters), and the pros and cons of change.
Admission is free. Pre-registration is recommended to reserve a seat, although walk-ins are welcome if there is adequate seating. To register in advance, go on-line to www.TenthDemsU.org.
Put the date on you calendar now.
|
Are you a member of the New Trier Dems?
Your participation in grassroots political action will make a difference. -- Come join us.
|
 When you're a member of the New Trier Democratic Organization, you have an active role in affecting the political process; participanting in grassroots campaigns, staying in touch with elected officials, playing a role in deciding which candidates are endorsed.
Come be a part of New Trier's grassroots political community. To learn more about NTDO activities you can do click here, or to become a contributing member click here or call the office at 847-446-8030.
|
|
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,
Dean T. Maragos, 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
| |
|
