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NTD NEWS
June 2, 2010
A lot of this NTD News covers events that were announced in previous weeks. But the reality is that one, or even two announcements, are bound to miss some people. Plus, even if most readers take note of the news items, a reminder doesn't hurt. The events we present here are important to the people involved, the committees, the sponsors, the candidates, so we'll almost always mention them more than once.
This Saturday's canvass for "first time voters" is certainly news that deserves repeating. If you have even one or two hours free on Saturday, you can do something to help keep Democratic Party control of the U.S. House and Senate. Remember, Mitch McConnell and John Boehner are two of the obstructionists you'll be helping to stifle.
The ongoing list of fundraisers may seem especially repetitious but we all know that, unfortunately, without good funding, even the best candidates are at a big disadvantage. The Cubs Rooftop Party is another event we must keep mentioning because the funds it raises will help the New Trier Dems all year. A new news item this week is the Bottle Shop Candidate Meet in Wilmette on June 17. It's a great new initiative from the NTD Membership Committee so plan now to be there. And this NTD News also invites you to visit Mark Kirk's office next Monday afternoon at 5pm. When you read the article you'll see why he deserves a visit.
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This Saturday - June 5 -- Spend a few hours re-contacting "First Time Voters" -- It's the first big step toward
victory in November.
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The New Trier Democrats Politial Action Committee urges everyone receiving this NTD News email to devote some time on Saturday June 5 to launch a critically important project.
NTD members will be joining members of the Democratic Party of Evanston and Organizing for America on June 5 to participate in an exciting national event: Advancing Change/Vote 2010.
We'll be reaching out to those first-time voters, because this November they can deliver the margin of victory for Democrats in the 10th District -- and even the entire state. Lt. Gov. candidate Sheila Simon will be with us, along with other Democratic candidates and elected officials. But for this effort to succeed, we need you there. To sign up click here.
Canvassing begins at 10:30 a.m.; another shift begins at 1 p.m.
Meet at the DPOE office in Evanston --- 821 Chicago Avenue.
We'll also have phone banking going on for those who can't join the canvassers.
Teams will be sent out to engage with first time voters in the 9th and 10th Congressional Districts. We want these potential voters to understand how important it is for President Obama to gain and retain Democratic voices in the U.S. House and Senate.
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Tomorrow Night -- A Chicago Wacker Drive Reception with Dan Seals.
| Fred Andes, Richard Boykin, and Kevin Conlon
invite you to
a reception with Dan Seals.
Thursday, June 3, 2010
5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
In the offices of Barnes & Thornburg LLP,
One N. Wacker Drive, Suite 4400, Chicago
Donations are:
Individual, $100; Supporter, $250;
Friend, $500; Sponsor, $1,000.
Contributions will be accepted at the door. Checks should be payable to "Dan Seals for Congress." To contribute by credit card online, please visit Dan Seals Reception: http://www.actblue.com/page/sealsbarnes To RSVP, please contact Nicole Janes, njanes@btlaw.com or call her at 312-338-5936.*
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Next Sunday, June 6 -- A very entertaining event with Daniel Biss.
| The Daniel Biss for State Representative Campaign
has announced a remarkable fundraising event with a private piano recital by world-renowned pianist Jonathan Biss and a picnic featuring world famous hot dogs from Hot Doug's.
Sunday, June 6.
Reception at 5:00 pm
at the home of Dr. David Teplica and Mr. Kalev Peekna,
(a turn-of-the-century Uptown mansion)
Followed by a piano recital by Daniel's brother,
pianist Jonathan Biss
Concluding with a picnic catered by Hot Doug's
To see all the details and purchase tickets click here. To request more information or to RSVP click here or call 847.329.1771.*
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Next Monday, June 7 at 5pm show Mark Kirk what you think of this case history of his arrogance toward constituents.
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 Peggy Slater, New Trier Democrat, NTD Political Action Chair and member of the Jewish Council on Urban Affairs, sent this personal message to the NTD News:
On Monday, June 7 from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm, we will be gathering by Mark Kirk's 10th District office, 707 Skokie Blvd. in Northbrook, for a 5:30 press conference. We want to make it clear that the people are fed up with Mark Kirk.
This protest against Mark Kirk is organized by a group that came together to work toward comprehensive immigration reform. We are a diverse group - Latinos and Koreans, Protestants and Catholics, Muslims and Jews. We represent thousands of Congressman Kirk's constituents, many of whom have suffered for years from the inequities of our broken immigration system - separation from their families, low wages, living in the shadows. We have repeatedly requested to meet with Congressman Kirk, using every way possible: we've called hundreds of times, written over a thousand letters, visited his Washington office twice, held five vigils at his Northbrook office. The series of office vigils ended when he finally gave us an appointment, only to cancel it and not reschedule. -- He gave the same rude treatment to a group of North Shore rabbis; scheduling an appointment to meet regarding immigration reform and then canceling at the last minute and failing to respond to requests to reschedule.
Every effort to speak with our Congressman on any aspect of immigration reform other than border control has resulted in disregard and disdain from Mark Kirk. This is an insult to all constituents. If you don't come with a big check or a big stick don't bother to knock on Rep. Kirk's door. Please join us to let Kirk know that a Congressman who insults his constituents has no chance to become their Senator.* |
Next Monday, June 7 -- You can show your support for Alexi Giannoulias at this Chicago fundraiser.
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You are cordially invited to join
Fay Clayton & Lowell Sachnoff, Judy & Mickey Gaynor,
Ruth Krugly & Darryl Davidson,
Jerry Newton & David Weinberg, Mary Stowell & Jim Streicker,
Ann Tighe & Hon. Jim Houlihan,
and Ellen & Harvey Wineberg
for a reception honoring
Democratic Nominee for U.S. Senate
Alexi Giannoulias
Monday, June 7, 2010
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
The Gaynor Residence
179 E. Lake Shore Drive, Unit 17W
Host: $2,400 - Sponsor: $1,000
Supporter: $500 - Friend: $250
RSVP REQUIRED
For more information and to RSVP, please contact Kelly at
Kelly@alexiforillinois.com
Contribute by Personal Check Contribute Online
Payable to: Alexi for Illinois https://alexiforillinois.com/contribute
P.O. Box 494 * Chicago, IL 60690.*
Contributions
or gifts to Alexi for Illinois are not deductible for federal income
tax purposes. Federal law permits contributions from an individual
totaling up to
$2,400 for the general election. Contributions from
corporations, labor organizations, and national banks; from any person
contributing another person's funds; from
foreign nationals who lack
permanent resident status; and from federal government contractors are
strictly prohibited. Alexi for Illinois does not accept contributions
from currently registered federal lobbyists, corporate political action committees or minors under the age of 18.
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| Sunday, June 6 -- Friends of Karen May will be hosting a Highland Park fundraiser for our New Trier 58th District State Representative.
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 Sunday, June 6
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
At the home of Izzy and Ron Diamond,
1790 Clavey Road, Highland Park.
The donation is $75 per person or $100 per couple. Please RSVP to Friends of Karen May at 847-432-5811 or send an e-mail to Friends of Karen May. Checks may be mailed to Friends of Karen May, P.O. Box 321, Highland Park, IL 60035.*
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| Monday, June 21 -- Vice President Biden will be hosting a Chicago reception to honor Dan Seals.
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 Vice President Joe Biden is hosting a reception in honor of Dan Seals, Democratic Nominee for U.S. Congress (IL-10).*
Monday, June 21
11:00 a.m.
The Union League Club
65 West Jackson Boulevard
Space is limited, and admittance is not guaranteed. For more information, contact Mimi Rodman at the Dan Seals for Congress campaign, 847.945.8900 or
mrodman@dansealsforcongress.com
RSVP by June 13 -- by mail or online.
For the mail-in RSVP form click here.
To RSVP online click here.
(The Club requires business attire.)
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Thursday, June 17, Wilmette commuters heading home can stop by Wilmette's Bottle Shop to meet some Democratic candidates and New Trier Dems.
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 Sponsored by the New Trier Democrats
Thursday, June 175:30 - 7 pmJoin in conversation with
Democratic candidates campaigning to represent Wilmette at the county, state and national level. The Bottle Shope Wine Co. & Bar is on the corner of Central & Wilmette Ave. -- Wine & Beer will be available starting at $4.
Stop by and bring a friend.
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An Unforgettable Way to Celebrate
a Father's Day Afternoon - Sunday June 20
| The view from 1050 W. Waveland
-The New Trier Dems
June 20 Cubs Rooftop Party!
Rooftop Seats for the Cubs-LA Angels Game,FREE Unlimited Food and Drinks,
FREE Bus Ride to Wrigley Field
Just $95 per person
Join your NTD friends and fellow Democrats
for One of The Most Fun Family Events of the Summer!
Free bus leaves from the NTD office in Winnetka at Noon.
Game time: 1:20------------------------------
- Rooftop Party Committee Honorary Chairs -
Governor Pat Quinn, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky,
State Senator Jeff Schoenberg, State Representative Lou Lang,
Alderman Toni Preckwinkle, Commissioner Larry Suffredin,
NTD Committeeman Dean T. Maragos,
NTD President Priscilla Sperling.
Paid for by the New Trier Democratic Organization. A copy of our report filed with the State Board of Elections is available for purchase from the State Board of Elections in Springfield, Illinois. |
How you help Daniel Biss
get to Springfield.
| Walk with Daniel any day of the week - any week.
Daniel
is walking seven days a week now and always welcomes volunteers to walk
with him. Sign up for an afternoon and
meet some voters. It's the most valuable volunteer position on the campaign. Please contact karen@danielbiss.com to get on the
calendar.*
Office Help/Mailings: Come on in and help with answering phones, preparing mailings, making phone calls, and whatever else needs doing that day. -- Event Volunteer:
Help with planning and execution of fundraising and community events.
Attention to detail and excellent communications skills needed. --
Research daily & newspapers, chambers of commerce, local community
websites, etc. to find events or meetings of which we think Daniel
should be aware. Can be done from home, office, Mexico. -- Community Events:Community Research:
Research community groups that are in or have members/clients in the
17th District. This community outreach project involves contacting
groups, introducing Daniel to them, and finding ways to meet their
members. -- Summer Interns: Have a daughter/son/neighbor's kid coming home from college or getting out of school for the summer? -- July 4th Parade Marchers: Help show the July 4th parade watchers that Daniel has lots of enthusiastic supporters.
By helping Daniel in whatever way you can, you'll be playing an important role in his victory this fall. Please contact karen@danielbiss.com or 847.329.1771 to volunteer.
And don't forget the party at Hot Doug's on June 6th (See the article above).
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Wednesday mornings are always lively
at the NTD office.
| Do you have a few hours on any Wednesday morning to volunteer in the NTD office?
You'll be welcomed on any Wednesday mornings between 10:00 am and noon. Come every week? Come every other week? Come once a month? Come when you happen to be free? Come when we email you about a special need? Please email pcsperling@comcast.net if you can help out at all and we will get back to you. Thanks for your consideration.
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Still not 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 rolein affecting the political process; participantingin grassroots campaigns, staying in touchwith 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.
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 Contact: newtrierdems@sbcglobal.netwww.ntdo.org*This Internet communication paid
for by the New Trier Democratic Organization. A copy of our report
filed with the State Board of Elections is available for purchase from
the State Board of Elections in Springfield, Illinois. |
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