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Message from the Chair
I met Lynn Alldrin in 2002 when I was new on the board of our local GLBT community center. As a volunteer, Lynn wrote a grant that brought a tidy infusion of cash into the center at a critical time. I reached out to her and a working relationship and friendship quickly formed.As the campaigns of 2004 began to take shape, it was clear how important they would be to all of us. For the next six years, Lynn provided critical thought and action to innumerable Larimer County Democrats efforts and Democratic campaigns, and she was a key part of the Larimer County Democrats management team during the busy year of 2008. Lynn grew up in rural Montana, married young and raised three children. As a single mom, Lynn earned a Masters in social work and worked in Wyoming with victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Later in life, Lynn worked with semi-precious stones, crafting and selling her unique jewelry. Through all of her experience, she had a keen understanding of the darker and brighter sides of human nature and took naturally to political activism. Part of a hardy contingent that traveled to Iowa in the winter of '04 to work for Howard Dean, Lynn knew that a genuine approach would always be stronger and more appealing to voters than soft-pedaling our views and the strategy of triangulation that had prevailed among many Democrats prior to the 2004 campaigns. Lynn's political instinct thrived in the grassroots and netroots movement that quickly grew beyond Dean's candidacy. Lynn loved her political blogs and wielded language and argument with mastery. Her sense of humor went right along with this. From seeing the humor in political skirmishes to the more mundane yet cathartic cursing of Quick Books or weekly email software into submission, we found many things to laugh about. Those who worked closely with Lynn often had the pleasure of going home with a grin. With Lynn's passing, we have lost a crusader for social justice and a strong woman who was acutely aware of what made people tick. Her spot-on observations and sense of humor reflected her ability to understand people and their motivations. Lynn Alldrin made a tremendous contribution to our party and to so many people individually. She will be deeply missed. --Adam Bowen,
Former Chairman,
Larimer County Democrats
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 Party News Saturday, March 31:
2012 Annual Dinner & Silent Auction
Tickets are on sale now for our Annual Dinner & Silent Auctions. Our Keynote Speaker is John Nichols, political correspondent for The Nation. Purchase your tickets before March 17 and save!
For more details, visit: Silent Auction Donations It's time to put together those wine baskets, good books, gift certificates, business services, craft items, jewelry, gift cards, vacation time-shares, etc. for the Silent Auction at the 2012 Larimer County Democrats Annual Dinner. Our Silent Auction helps us make this important fund raiser even more successful. Donations can be delivered to the Larimer County Democrats office, 606 South Mason, Fort Collins during office hours or to the Shaffer Law office, 218 East Sixth Street, Loveland between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm weekdays. Contact: Linda Bersch vicechair1@larimerdems.org, 970-667-9555
Volunteers Needed! We are starting to get ready for the 2012 elections and we need your help. In addition to our regular needs like office help, phone calling and data management, we also need help with upcoming events, specifically the Democratic Caucus, the Larimer County Assembly & Convention and the Annual Dinner & Silent Auction.
Event volunteers require no long-term or weekly commitments and is a great way to meet like minded people and help Democrats get elected.
If you volunteer in any way, you can visit our website to fill out our volunteer form www.LarimerDems.org/volunteer.html, or contact our volunteer coordinator, Kristin Stephens, at 970-581-7580 or by email at volunteer@larimerdems.org Important Dates Tuesday, March 6, 2012: Democratic Precinct Caucuses
Saturday, March 10, 2012: Larimer County Democrats Convention & Assembly Saturday, March 31: Larimer County Democrats 2012 Annual Dinner & Silent Auction
Saturday, April 14, 2012: Colorado Democrats Convention & Assembly in Pueblo
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Campaign News
Sunday, February 5
Larimer County Democrats Century Club hosts
Barackfast for Jared Polis, Colorado Congressional District 2
Your Larimer County Democrats Century Club is hosting Congressman Jared Polis at the next Barackfast. Please join us at Barackfast, February 5, and support the re-election campaign of your new representative.
Date & Time: Sunday, November 6, anytime between 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: 3401 Terryridge Road, Fort Collins
Park on Highway 1 and walk down if you can. Carpool. Bring a friend who has never been to a Barackfast.
Organizing for America - Fort CollinsWe're actively building our grassroots volunteer base in Fort Collins. We have 4 teams and more are forming. Please join one of our teams and help us work to re-elect President Obama. You can also visit my.barack.obama.com and find a volunteer team by entering your zip code.
SE Fort Collins Weekly Phonebank
Date & Time: Every Wednesday; 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: 850 E Drake Rd, Scotch Pines Clubhouse, Fort Collins;
SW Fort Collins Weekly Phonebank
Date & Time: Every Thursday, 5:30 - 8:30 pm Location: 2218 Bronson St, Fort Collins
Organizing for America - Loveland
With the election only 9 months away, it's time to roll up our sleeves to ensure that our President is re-elected AND that he has a Congress that will work with him to support the People; not just big corporations and special interests. Our East and West Loveland teams are forming now! If you enjoyed President Obama's State of the Union Address and share his vision to keep our country moving forward, please join us - no experience needed. We are making history and making friends for life.
Weekly Call Party/Canvass West Loveland
Date & Time: Every Monday; 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: 1970 Saguache Pl; Loveland
RSVP: Doug 970 988 2060
East Loveland
Date & Time: Every Thursday; 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: 2489 Hampstead Dr; Loveland
RSVP: David 913 558 4784
East Team Meeting
Gather with neighbors to plan strategies for getting East-side Loveland voters involved.
Date & Time: Wednesday, February 8, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Location: 2489 Hampstead Dr; Loveland
RSVP: David 913 558 4784
Letters to the Editor Workshop
Learn the basics of writing a letter to the editor of local and national newspapers. It's a lot easier than you might think! Let's change the tone of the conversation at the Reporter Herald.
Date & Time: Next Workshop on February 11, 10:00 am - Noon
Location: 1970 Saguache Pl; Loveland
RSVP: Kathryn 714 317 3039
Omelets For America - Sunday Brunch
Don't miss this one! We gather every month to enjoy a home-cooked, hearty breakfast, catch up with neighbors and friends and to support a local charity, organization or political candidate.
Date & Time: Sunday, February 12, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: 1970 Saguache Pl; Loveland
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Community News
Wednesday, February 1:
Breakfast Forum welcomes Joann Ginal, Candidate for HD 52
The Democratic Forum will welcome Joann Ginal, candidate, State House District 52, on Wednesday, February 1. Joann Ginal promises to take her passion for public service to the State Capitol to serve Fort Collins, and help all Coloradoans with her determination to make State Government more responsive to all the tough issues.
This is a great opportunity to get acquainted with Joann if you have not yet met her, to find out what her vision is for representing HD-52, and to lend your support.
A contribution of $5 covers cost of room, program, and coffee/tea.
The Forum welcomes a nonperishable food item/$1 cash donation for the Food Bank. All are welcome.
Date & Time: Wednesday, February 1, 7:30 - 9:30 am
Location: Fort Collins Hilton, 425 W. Prospect
Please RSVP by Saturday, January 28 to Lou Anderson at 970 224 5018 or breakfastforum@gmail.com.
Monday, February 6:
League of Women Voters of Larimer County Present: Patriocracy
A new politically-charged documentary, "Patriocracy," by Brian Malone, a five-time Emmy Award winner,will be presented by the League of Women Voters of Larimer County on February 6 at 7 pm at the Harmony Library.
It offers a nonpartisan look at the current grim picture of the Washington political landscape.The film examines this hyper-partisanshipand offers a compelling backdrop to the 2012 election year.
Brian Malone will be present to answer questions and to lead the discussion following the showing.
Date & Time: February 6, 7:00 pm
Location: Harmony Library, 4616 S. Shields, Fort Collins
For more information, (970) 797-2819
Tuesday, February 14:
DBC Luncheon: Monisha Merchant
Monisha Merchant, Senior Business Advisor to Senator Michael Bennet, will present the February 14th luncheon program for the Democratic Business Coalition. Her primary focus is on support of the Colorado business community and economic development. Previously, Monisha was a Senior Director of Product Management at Level 3 Communications, a Consultant at Booz Allen Hamilton and a Senior Engineer at Lucent Technologies. At the Feb 14 program, Monisha will address local and national initiatives and policy issues, as well as receive input on federal issues.
This event is open to the public. Date & Time: Tuesday, February 14, noon - 1:00 pm
Location: Community Room of the Home State Bank, 303 East Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins
Brown bag it, or order a catered sandwich or salad by contacting M. L. Johnson at 970-495-0532 or mjohnson@lamar.colostate.edu
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Regular Meetings
Larimer County Democratic Party Monthly Meeting
Monthly business meeting. All are welcome!
Date & Time: Third Thursdays, 6:30 pm social, Meeting at 7:00 pm
Location: Larimer County Democrats HQ, 606 S. Mason Street, Fort Collins
Email Secretary@LarimerDems.org for questions or more information.
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Contact Us
Visit www.larimerdems.org/officers.html for a full list of Larimer County Democrats elected leaders and committee chairs.
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Newsletter Submission Information
Our deadline for newsletter items is Sunday at 5:00 pm for publishing by email on Tuesday mornings. Most items are limited to 75 words (not including title and "date & time, location, contact" type information). If your submission is longer, it will be cut. We suggest including a link for additional information. We will run each newsletter item up to two times. Please send newsletter items to newsletter@larimerdems.org
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The Larimer County Democratic Party distributes information on candidates and candidate events and invites candidates to speak at our party functions because this information is helpful to those who care about political progress. The Larimer County Democratic Party Newsletter includes announcements of events for independent groups and initiatives not affiliated with the Democratic Party. Inclusion here is for information only and does not imply an endorsement. Paid for by the Larimer County Democratic Party.
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