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NTDO NEWS
April 7, 2010
This Sunday April 11, the New Trier Dems plan to see a large crowd at the Winnetka Community House to meet and hear our state's Attorney General, Lisa Madigan. She'll be talking about the challenges and changes she sees ahead for Illinois in her role as Attorney General. This is sure to be a very interesting and informative forum and one that shouldn't be missed.
And if you're a member of the NTDO, each forum will also be a great opportunity to introduce one of your friends or neighbors to the New Trier Dems organization. This is a sure way to grow our numbers. As the Mid-term Elections approach, the more grassroots volunteers the NTDO has in its ranks, the better the chances for keeping Mark Kirk out of the U.S. Senate, sending Dan Seals to Congress and electing Daniel Biss and Robyn Gabel to our State Legislature. See you in Winnetka, Sunday afternoon.
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The New Trier Dems'
2010 Forum Series
begins on April 11
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan
will be its first speaker. RSVP Now.
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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 is free to all current NTDO members and their guests. -- Admission is $20 for all others.
To help the Program Committee assure there is enough seating please RSVP to the New Trier Dems or call 847-446-8030. |
Tomorrow night April 8 --
Will Legislative Redistricting put you in a different district?
David Hoffman will explain why there may be some moves in your future.
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 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.
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Tomorrow, April 8, 6:00-7:30 in Chicago,The LGBT Community is sponsoring a Fundraising Reception for Dan Seals
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 | 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 contribute online or in lieu of attending, please visit the ActBlue page for this event. Checks should be made payable to "Dan Seals for Congress."
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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. |
Are you a member of the New Trier Dems?
Your participation in grassroots political action will make a difference. -- Come join us.
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 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. You'll also gain free admission to select forums and events throughout the year including the upcoming forums with Attorney General Lisa Madigan and Governor Pat Quinn.
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.
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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,
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
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