Dallas County Democratic Party
Weekly Roundup
Democratic news from Dallas County
and beyond.
Wednesday Nov 5 2014 |
THANK YOU!!!
 A hearty THANK YOU to all of the good Democrats who helped in so many ways to keep Dallas County BLUE again!! Not just to the officials and candidates and Precinct Chairs and Election Judges and Clerks, but to everyone else that phoned, walked, mailed, put up signs, contributed, and just urged family, friends, and neighbors to remember to vote for the Democrats for a better future for us all. Because of YOU Dallas County remains an island of caring and common sense in a sea of cruelty and craziness.
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Dallas Democrats Win All But One Countywide Contest
Dallas County Democrats nearly completed a historic fifth-straight sweep of countywide contests, winning all but one race. Despite working with fewer resources than in prior cycles, the DCDP mounted a fierce ground game, including knocking on more than 100,000 doors, calling more than 75,000 homes, and doing targeted mailings to shore up support. The local party worked independently of other groups in order to focus on maximizing base straight ticket turnout, the component of the electorate that most reliably propels down-ballot local candidates to victory.
"We're proud to have such a resilient organization," said County Chair Darlene Ewing. "Our Field Director Jess Weldon and Executive Director Taylor Holden worked very hard. We had amazing DCDP fellows who manned our phone banks, did trainings, and organized our block walks. We had professionals work for less, and volunteered services. We had major donors who believe in what we do in Dallas County step up. We are a family in Dallas County, and we want to win. For most Democrats on the ticket it worked again."
Other groups were active in Dallas County that were primarily responsible for promoting the Wendy Davis campaign and had different targeting and messaging goals. "Our key responsibility is winning for the local candidates who participate in our coordinated campaign," said Ewing. "I can't tell you how many base voters thanked us for not taking them for granted. We asked for their vote. The Democratic coalition in Dallas County matters."
"We are sorry to have lost the DA race," said Ewing. "District Attorney Watkins has made historic contributions to justice in Dallas County and beyond. This was a difficult year and he had a target on him, so it was a tough campaign for him."
Winning countywide contested candidates were Judge D'Metria Benson (County Court at Law 1), Judge Sally Montgomery (County Court at Law 3), County Judge Clay Jenkins, County Clerk John Warren, judicial candidates Jennifer Bennett for the 265th Judicial District, Stephanie N. Mitchell for the 291st, Brandon Birmingham for 292nd, and Lisa Green for County Court at Law 5, Felicia Pitre for District Clerk, and Pauline Medrano for County Treasurer.
All of our statewide Democratic candidates carried Dallas County, including Wendy Davis and Leticia Van de Putte.
Judge Ken Molberg, who sought a place on the Fifth District Court of Appeals, was not successful, but did get the highest margin of victory in Dallas County other than Wendy Davis. Although he lost the overall contest (it is a six county race), he did so by less than our candidates in the last gubernatorial cycle, 2010.
Average Democratic share for the Fifth District Court of Appeals:
2010 - 41.6%
2014 - 44.4%
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Upcoming Events and Meetings
(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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Friday, November 7:Drinking Liberally - Allen -- Collin County Liberally Groups. (6:30 PM, Two Rows, 711 Central Expy., Allen 75013)
Rockwall County Democratic Party Harvest Hootenanny Chili Cookoff -- Featuring the Braying Donkey Coffeehouse Band. Come out and have a bowl of chili with all the fixins', a drink and a dessert for a donation of $10 or more. Music by The Braying Donkey Coffeehouse Band! Does anyone know how to call a Square Dance? Chili Judges Will Be Sol Villasana, Judge Ken Molberg, Judge Bonnie Goldstein. To Enter The Cook Off, Call Event Coordinator Susie Stansel 713-826-4814. All Donations Benefit Rockwall County Democratic Party. It will be a Fun Evening! (7:00 pm to 10:00 pm, Harry Myers Community Center, 815 E. Washington, Rockwall) Saturday, November 8: Senator Royce West's Eggs & Issues Breakfast Forum -- Analysis of the 2014 Vote. Participants: Dallas County Democratic Chairperson Darlene Ewing; a Dallas County Republican Party Representative; Lydia Camarillo, VP, SVREP, San Antonio; Walter Borges, Assoc. Prof. of Political Science, UNT Dallas. Come join the discussion over complimentary breakfast. Parking is available at the Elm Street Garage (across from the Municipal Courts Building) for $6 with a validated ticket or on the surrounding streets. Please RSVP by November 7, 2014 to Doris Lewis by email to dlewis AT roycewest.org or 214-948-9378. (From 9 AM - 10:30 AM, UNT Dallas College of Law Lobby Area, 1901 Main Street, Dallas 75201)
Fort Worth Chorizo and Menudo Community Breakfast -- (9 AM, Nuevo Leon Restaurant, 1544 Ellis Ave., Fort Worth 76164)
Kaufman County Democratic Party -- (10 AM, Office of Dan Wood, Jr., Attorney at Law, Brin Opera House Bldg., 102 E. Moore Ave., Suite 212, Terrell 75160) Mexican American Democrats of Texas -- Dallas CAUSA Chapter. Guests are welcome but must RSVP by calling Sylvana Alonzo 972-900-0882. (11 AM, 300 Centre St., Dallas 75208) Liberal Ladies Who Lunch - Rockwall -- (Noon, Arboledas Mexican Grill, 1103 Ridge, Rockwall) Sunday, November 9:Denton County Democrats BBQ -- The cost is only $5, and all proceeds will be donated to the Denton Community Food Center. A full BBQ lunch will be served. Soft drinks and iced tea will be provided, and you are welcome to bring beer or wine. Please dress for the weather, as we will be outside. Contact Janice Turner, 214-728-3900, with any questions. RSVP online here. (1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, 6015 Northview Court, Aubrey) Monday, November 10: Metrocrest Democrats -- Our program this month will be a showing of the Robert Reich documentary, "Inequality for All." Film length -- 1 hour, 25 mins. What role does the widening income gap play in the deterioration of our nation's economic health? (6 PM, NewNew Buffet, 3822 Belt Line Rd, Addison 75001) Tuesday, November 11: Dallas County Young Democrats -- (6:30 PM, Sunset Lounge, 3030 Ross Ave., Dallas 75204) Irving Democratic Club -- (7 PM, Midori Japanese Restaurant, 4020 N MacArthur Blvd #114, Irving 75038) Dallas Drinking Liberally -- (7:30 PM, Uptown Pub, 3605 McKinney Ave, Dallas) Thursday, November 13:Preston Hollow Democrats -- Dallas lawyer Darlene Ewing, chairwoman of the Dallas County Democratic Party, will analyze the election results. (6 PM, Preston Royal Library Auditorium, 5626 Royal Lane, Dallas) Coppell Drinking Liberally -- (6:30 PM, Guero's Mexican Grill, 817 S. MacArthur Blvd. #125, Coppell Garland Area Democratic Club -- (7 PM, Garland Women's Activities Building, 713 Austin St. [at Glenbrook], Garland) Saturday, November 15:North Oak Cliff Democrats -- (8:30 AM, Norma's Cafe, 1123 W. Davis St., Dallas 75208) Rockwall County Democratic Party Meeting -- (9 AM, Harry Myers Community Center, 815 E. Washington, Rockwall)
Monday, December 1: Stonewall Democrats Holiday Party -- With annual awards presentation and auction. (6:30 - 9 PM, Roundup Saloon, Dallas) Thursday, December 11:  Preston Hollow Democrats 2nd Annual Holiday Party -- (6:30 - 10 PM, at Four Seasons Decorations, 139 Turtle Creek Blvd., Dallas 75207) .
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Dallas County Democratic Party
4209 Parry Avenue, Dallas TX 75223
Phone: 214-821-8331 Fax: 214-821-0995
Website: www.dallasdemocrats.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DallasDemocrats
Twitter: twitter.com/dallasdemocrats
Instagram: http://instagram.com/dallasdemocrats
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