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October 8, 2013
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DCDP Weekly Roundup
Democratic news from Dallas County and beyond.
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Fish Fry Sponsorships Almost Closed |
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(Actually, you can still become a Sponsor even on the day of the event, but we do have to print the invitations very soon with the Sponsors' names, so if you want to be listed on that, get your Sponsorship in now!)
Each year the Dallas County Democratic Party's Fish Fry is our largest gathering of Democratic voters, officeholders and candidates, coming together for food, fellowship, and fun. This year's 13th Annual Fish Fry celebration will be on Friday, October 25, at the Sokol Hall, 7448 Greenville Ave. (at Walnut Hill), Dallas.
Help us prepare for our biggest Democratic year ever. Become a Fish Fry sponsor at the highest level you can! All sponsorship levels will be recognized on the invitations. The sponsorship levels are:- Killer Whale - $5,000 and up: includes 10 event tickets, recognition on the website, in the newsletter and from the podium at the event.
- Piranha - $2,500: includes 8 event tickets, recognition on the website and in the newsletter.
- Barracuda - $1,000: includes 6 event tickets, recognition on the website and in the newsletter.
- Shark - $500: includes 4 event tickets and recognition on the website and in the newsletter.
- Swordfish - $250: includes 2 event tickets and recognition on the website and in the newsletter.
- Sailfish - $125: includes 2 event tickets and recognition on the invitation.
Become a sponsor today at this page or call the DCDP office!
Our Sponsorships so far:- The Dallas County Democratic Party Leadership Council, and
- Killer Whale -- Jason Mattox
- Piranha -- Judge Dale Tillery 134th District, Communications Workers of America Local 6215
- Barracuda -- Robert L. Book, Bob Peck, Commissioner Elba Garcia and Hon. Domingo Garcia, Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson
- Sharks -- David Bradley for Dallas County Treasurer, Judge Mark Greenberg County Court At Law 5, Scottie H. Ashley, Judge Gena Slaughter 191st Dist., UA Plumbers & Steamfitters Local No. 100, Judge Marty Lowy 101st Dist., Judge Carl Ginsberg 193rd Dist., Judge King Fifer County Court At Law 2, Commissioner Theresa Daniel, Judge Ken Molberg 95th Dist.
- Swordfish -- Kathleen Irvin, Far North Dallas Richardson Democrats, Justin Lord for Judge 283rd Dist., Judge Mark Stoltz 265th Dist., Jack and Cathy Robertson, Randall Grubbs for Judge 330th Dist., Steven Engwall, Nancy Mulder for Judge County Criminal Court 4, Dallas County East Democrats, Deborah Floyd, Trey Bunch for Judge County Criminal Court 5, Naomi Aberly, Mac and June Leftwich, Kathi and Tom Lind
- and fifty Sailfish.
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Club of the Month: Dallas County Young Democrats |
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The Dallas Young Democrats is an organization open to 14 - 40 year olds who believe in the ideals of the Democratic Party. In other words, we're young North Texans working for a better tomorrow for everyone in our community.
As one of the fastest-growing Democratic clubs in the Dallas area, and one of the largest Young Democrats groups in the nation, our organization offers a unique opportunity for young adults looking to get involved in the Dallas community and politics.
Our monthly meetings feature speakers from around Dallas and the nation. From elected officials to grassroots activists, we offer our members a wide range of perspectives on the current political climate and issues important to young Democrats.
But there's more to the DCYDs than just meetings -- we also volunteer for local Democratic campaigns and other worthwhile causes and send delegations around the country for national YD events.
Next Meeting:
Tuesday, November 12th
The Foundry, 2303 Pittman St, Dallas, TX 75208
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Find DCYD online:
Website: http://dallasyoungdemocrats.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DallasYD
Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcyd
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Precinct Chair Filing Is Underway |
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Filing for Precinct Chairs for the 2014 Primary began on Tuesday, September 10, 2013, at the Dallas County Democratic Party office, 4209 Parry at Fletcher, Dallas. Filing lasts through 6:00 PM on Monday, December 9.
We have the filing forms available at the party office, or they can be downloaded and printed from the Secretary of State's website as a pdf at this page. You will need to fill in the blanks with "Precinct" before "Chair", and with "Democratic" before "Primary". We can accept filings by mail if they are already notarized. Find more information on our website at our Precinct Chair page.
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Who's Running? |
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After November 9, when filing begins for public office in 2014, the DCDP will post an official list on our website (as will the Texas party in Austin). Until then, my own totally unofficial tally of announcements (or rumors) with links to websites, updated through yesterday, is at this page. Email me if you have more or better info and I'll update and correct this day by day. If you aren't here, tell me you're running and you will be on it. If I don't know it, I can't show it.
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Upcoming Meetings And Events |
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(For the latest updates on local events, and links to more info about these, check out the DallasDemocrats on Facebook and Twitter, and the DCDP website Calendar. To add an event or make a change or correction, contact the party office or email the editor: BillHowellDCDP AT Yahoo.com.)
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Tuesday, October 8:- 66th Birthday of Sheriff Lupe Valdez Hors d'oeuvres - Cash Bar - Complimentary Valet Parking. $66 Individual. Contributions can be made in advance online at LupeValdez.com or by check at the door. Confirm your attendance by email to amy AT cowanroberts.com. (5:30 pm to 7:00 pm, Gloria's on Bishop, 600 N. Bishop, Dallas)
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- Kickoff Party For Bruce Kaye Candidate for County Criminal Court #5. Hosted by campaign chair Hon. John Creuzot. R.S.V.P. by email to don_guidry AT yahoo.com. (5:30 pm to 8:00 pm, 2309 Boll St. [uptown between State St. and Allen St.], Dallas 75204)
- Dallas County Young Democrats (6:30 pm, The Foundry, 2303 Pittman St., Dallas)
- PVL - A New Era (6:30 pm, Thurgood Marshall Rec. Center, 5150 Mark Trail, Dallas)
- Irving Democratic Club (7 pm, Jaycee Pk, 1975 Puritan, Irving)
- Dallas Drinking Liberally (7:30 pm, Uptown Bar, 3605 McKinney Ave, Dallas )
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Wednesday, October 9:- Campaign Reception for Kissi Jones Candidate for District Clerk. (5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Babb Brothers BBQ, 330 Bedford St., Dallas)
- Labor Dallas Meeting (7:00 pm, Union hall, 2218 E. Main, Grand Prairie)
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Thursday, October 10:- Reelection Campaign Kickoff For Judge Lena Levario 204th Judicial District. (5 - 7 PM, Babbs Barbeque, 330 Bedford St., Dallas 75217)
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- Reception Honoring State Representative Yvonne Davis Contact 972-274-1627. (5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, Sambuca Restaurant, 2120 McKinney Ave., Dallas)
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- Reception/Fundraiser honoring State Rep. Roberto R. Alonzo Call
972-900-0882. (5:30 PM, Bishop Arts Winery, 838 W. Davis, Dallas)
- Preston Hollow Democrats Our October general meeting will feature Marc McCord. His presentation will be Fracking and the Coming WATER WARS! (6:00 pm, Preston Royal Library Auditorium, 5626 Royal Lane, Dallas)
- Coppell Drinking Liberally (6:30 PM, Guerro's Grill 817 S MacArthur [sw corner MacArthur and Beltline], Coppell)
- WOW Dems Quarterly Meeting Speaker: Richard Matkin, Plano ISD Superintendent. (6:45 pm, Haggard Library Program Room, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano)
- Garland Area Democratic Club (7:00 pm, Garland Women's Activities Building, 713 Austin Street, Garland)
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Friday, October 11:- State Representative Eric Johnson's 4th Annual Texas/OU Weekend Campaign Kickoff Fundraiser Hosts $250 - $5000. Individual Tickets $50. To RSVP, please email to info AT johnsonfortexas.com. (11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Mattito's, 3011 Routh St., Dallas, TX 75201)
- Campaign Fundraiser for State Representative Toni Rose House District 110. RSVP: 214-717-9832. (1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, The Primebar, 2520 Cedar Springs Road, Dallas)
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- Celebration Honoring Senator Royce West Business attire. Entertainment. Hors d'oeuvres. RSVP by October 8, 2013. Call 214-9GO-WEST or email to dlewis AT roycewest.org. (2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Hilton Anatole Hotel, Tower Entrance, 2201 Stemmons Frwy., Dallas)
Saturday, October 12:- Mexican American Democrats of Texas - Dallas CAUSA Chapter (9:00 am, Las Panchitas Restaurant, 920 East Jefferson, Dallas)
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- Picnic With Stephanie Mitchell Candidate for Judge, 291st District Court. For the Dallas County Democratic leaders/precinct chairs to honor them for their service to the party. RSVP by phone to (469) 224-STEP (7837) or via email to stepupforjustice291 AT gmail.com by October 10th. (Noon - 2 PM, Ernie Roberts Park, 515 E Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, TX 75115)
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- Judge Norris "Stretch" Rideaux Famous Gumbo Fundraiser Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4, Place 1. RSVP to 972.642.6226. (6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, 503 Cooper St., Grand Prairie)
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Monday, October 14:- Metrocrest Democrats Our guest speaker for October 14 will be Craig Watkins, District Attorney for Dallas County. (6:30 pm, NewNew Buffet, 3822 Belt Line Rd, Addison)
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Tuesday, October 15:- Reception for Judge Lori Chrisman Hockett 255th Family District Court. Beverages, Appetizers, Valet Parking. RSVP by email to JudgeHockett AT gmail.com. (5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, Gloria'€™s in Bishop Arts, 600 N. Bishop Avenue, Dallas)
- Stonewall Democrats of Dallas (6:30 pm, Ojeda's Restaurant, 4617 Maple Ave, Dallas)
Wednesday, October 16:- Garland Democratic Woman's Club (11:30 am, Siciliano's Italian Restaurant, 2210 W. Buckingham, Garland)
- Annie's List Annual Dallas Luncheon Our special guest will be US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a champion of progressive issues in the Senate and founder of Off the Sidelines, an organization dedicated to encouraging women to join in the political process at the national level. Buy tickets online here. (12 - 1:15 pm, Hilton Anatole, 2201 N. Stemmons Fwy., Dallas)
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- Reception for Judge Craig Smith 192nd Civil District Court. Hors d'oeuvres & Beverages. Complimentary Valet Parking. (5:30 - 7:30 pm, 1717 Main Street, Suite 5000, Dallas)
- Northwest Dallas Democrats (7:30 pm, Taco Cabana, 11824 Webb Chapel Road Farmers Branch)
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Thursday, October 17:- Reelection Campaign Fundraiser for Judge Michael E. Miller County Probate Court #3. (5 - 7 PM, Times Ten Cellars, 6324 Prospect Avenue, Dallas)
- Far North Dallas Richardson Democrats (Dinner 6 PM, Meeting 7 PM, Kasra Restaurant, 525 W. Arapaho Rd #21, Richardson)
Saturday, October 19:- North Oak Cliff Democrats Breakfast (9:00 am, Norma's Cafe - Oak Cliff, 1123 W. Davis St., Dallas)
- Lake Highlands White Rock Democrats (10:00 am, The Point at C.C. Young, 4847 W. Lawther Drive, Dallas)
- Southwest Dallas County Democrats (10:00 am, Southwest Center Mall - Community Room Suite, 1027 [Entrance near Golden Corral], 3662 W. Camp Wisdom Rd., Dallas)
- WOW Dems Training for the Win! (Part I) Join us for an in-depth training on the roles and activities involved in community organizing and getting out the vote. A light lunch will be served. Cost: Members $10, non-members $15 (If you attend both sessions - members $15, non-members $20). Register here. (10:30 am to 1:30 pm, Harrington Library, 1501 18th St., Plano)
Monday, October 21:- Early Voting Begins for November 5 Election Early Voting will run from October 21 through November 1. (For a list of locations and times, see the Dallas County Election Department.)
- North Texas Asian Democrats (7:30 PM, Jeng Chi Restaurant, 400 N. Greenville Ave.
Suite 11, Richardson)
Tuesday, October 22:- Reception for Judge Martin Hoffman Complimentary Beverages & Appetizers. RSVP by email to JudgeHoffmanCampaign AT gmail.com. (5:30 - 7:30 pm, NYLO Hotel Rooftop Lounge, 1325 South Lamar, Dallas 75215)
- Dallas County - Texas Democratic Women (6:30 pm, sixth floor Club House, 1400 Hi Line Drive @ 35E)
Friday, October 25:- Dallas County Democratic Party Annual Fish Fry Fundraiser Sponsorships available [see above]. Individual tickets will go on sale later. (6 PM, Sokol Hall, 7448 Greenville Ave., Dallas)
- Liberally Spooky Halloween Bash WOW Dems and the Collin County Young Dems are co-sponsoring this fun event. There will be music and dancing, complimentary appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages, cash bar, silent auction, a crazy costume contest, a haunted house/Republican policy maze, and much more. Tickets are available here for $15 through October 20. (7:30 pm to 11:30 pm, Fairview Farms, 3321 N. Central Expwy, Plano)
Tuesday, November 5:- Texas Constitutional Amendments And Local Election Day (7 AM - 7 PM, local precinct polling places - some may be consolidated)
Saturday, November 9:- First Day To File For Public Office (Other than Precinct Chair) For the 2014 Democratic Primary. (9:30 AM, DCDP HQ, 4209 Parry at Fletcher, Dallas)
Monday, December 9:- Filing Deadline For the 2014 Democratic Primary. (6 PM, DCDP HQ, 4209 Parry at Fletcher, Dallas)
- DCDP Filing Night Party (6:30 PM, Location to be determined.)
Tuesday, March 4, 2014:- 2014 Democratic Primary [Also Mardi Gras.] (7 AM - 7 PM, local precinct polling places)
Tuesday, May 27, 2014:- 2014 Democratic Primary Runoff (7 AM - 7 PM, local precinct polling places)
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Contact Information
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214-821-8331
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