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Tuesday March 31 2015    
LAST DAY TO GET YOUR TICKETS for the DCDP Annual Johnson Jordan Dinner
    
TODAY, Tuesday, March 31, is the last day for General admission tickets for this year's Johnson Jordan Dinner!
The cutoff time is 6 PM. Get them at this page:

Each year the Johnson Jordan Dinner (formerly known as the Jefferson Jackson Dinner) honors the elected officials of Dallas County, including our civil, family, probate and criminal judges, county officials and administrators, and officials who represent the Dallas area on the state and federal level.  2015's Johnson Jordan Dinner will be one of the year's premiere political events, attracting hundreds of citizens, attorneys, professionals, elected officials and members of the judiciary.

The 2015 Johnson Jordan Dinner features a keynote address from Eugene Robinson, a renowned political analyst and journalist whose columns appear in The Washington Post. Robinson was awarded the 2009 Pulitzer Prize for Commentary in recognition of his columns that focused on then-Senator Barack Obama in the context of his first Presidential campaign. Robinson appears frequently as a political analyst on MSNBC cable-TV network's programs such as Morning Joe, PoliticsNation with Al Sharpton, The Rachel Maddow Show, The Ed Show, Hardball with Chris Matthews, and Countdown with Keith Olbermann. In addition, he is often a panelist on NBC's public affairs program Meet the Press.

Thursday, April 2, 2015

Hyatt Regency Dallas - Reunion Ballroom
300 Reunion Boulevard  Dallas, Texas 75207

5:30 p.m.  Sponsor-Only VIP Reception
6:30 p.m.  Dinner & Program

This is one of our two biggest fundraising events each year to support the operations of the DCDP. Become a Sponsor and help us get prepared now for 2016!

We are now accepting sponsorships for this event; individual tickets will be available soon. For sponsorship levels and benefits (from $500 to $20,000), and to pay on line, see the following page on our website: http://www.dallasdemocrats.org/docs/johnson-jordan.html

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS-TO-DATE:
(Updated through March 31.)

UNDERWRITER -- Kendall Law Group LLP
PLATINUM -- CWA Local 6215, Teamsters Local 745
GOLD -- Baron & Budd PC, Lackey Hershman LLP, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP, Norton Rose Fulbright LLP, Shamoun & Norman LLP
SILVER -- State Representative Rafael Anchia, Crouch & Ramey LLP, Thomas Gaubert, Judge Ken Molberg, Judge Eric Moy�, Judge Dale Tillery, Vinson & Elkins L.L.P.
BRONZE -- Susan & David Bradley, Commissioner Theresa Daniel, Dan & Carol Donovan, Judge Bonnie Goldstein, Marcy Helfand & Robert Book, Judge Martin Hoffman, Ted B. Lyon & Associates PC, Robert Miklos, Judge Sally Montgomery, Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union 100, Will & Ellen Pryor, Judge Craig Smith, Judge Ken Tapscott, United Auto Workers Region 5, Law Office of John E. Wall Jr.
FRIENDSHIP
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Tax Assessor/Collector John R. Ames, Judge Jennifer Bennett, Judge D'Metria Benson, Judge Brandon Birmingham, Judge Mary Brown, Judge Phyllis Lister Brown, Judge Tena Callahan, Judge Dominique Collins, Bill Compton, Farrow-Gillespie & Heath LLP, Judge King Fifer, Judge Dennise Garcia, Judge Carl Ginsberg, Judge Mark Greenberg, Judge Teresa Hawthorne, Judge Julia Hayes, Hon. Terri Hodge, Judge James Martin, County Treasurer Pauline Medrano, Maricela Moore Law Firm, Susan Motley, Judge Nancy Mulder, Judge Tonya Parker, DeMetris Sampson, Law Office of Cynthia Solls, Law Offices of D. Shawn Stevens, Stonewall Democrats of Dallas, Judge Emily Tobolowsky, Congressman Marc Veasey

DCDP Burger Bash April 20
    
Celebrate the end of tax season and support a good cause at our annual Burger Bash! Cost of admission is only $10.99. We'll have delicious burgers, hot dogs, and ice-cold drinks. So come on out for a fun night with family, friends, and local Democrats.

What:   DCDP Burger Bash 2015
When:  Monday, April 20th
             6:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: Dallas County Democratic Party HQ
             4209 Parry Ave.
             Dallas, Texas 75223

SHARE OUR FACEBOOK EVENT WITH FRIENDS:
https://www.facebook.com/events/370680876458291/

You can also purchase your ticket at the door. We hope to see you at our Burger Bash!

Voting Is Good For Your Health!    

"Dr. Lynn Sanders, an associate professor at the University of Virginia, told CBS News ahead of the 2000 election that expressing the right to vote improves mental and physical health. In a study she conducted, she found voting eased stress and the other mental health problems that stemmed from economic, political, and social disadvantages. What's more is that voting and being engaged in the political process can also reduce the risk of future mental health problems, mainly among those with a history of depression. ...
"There is also some evidence that talking about politics may help kids become better critical thinkers and help parents build communication patterns with their kids.""

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.)

Wednesday, April 1:

Reception for James White for Dallas City Council -- District 10. Suggest minimum to attend $25. Donate online at http://form.jotformpro.com/form/50587608676974. (6:30 to 8:00 pm, Home of Leigh Bailey & Vincent Carrizales, 4333 Druid Lane, Dallas 75205)

Nancy Lindborg, President of the US Institute For Peace -- (Created in 1984 by Congress as this country's global conflict management center.) Sponsored by the United Nations Association of Dallas, Peacemakers Inc, the Dallas Peace Center, and SMU Embrey Human Rights Program. Free admission and dessert. Please RSVP by email to unausa.dallas AT gmail.com or call 214-803-2507 to reserve your seat. (7 PM, Center for Community Cooperation, Oak Corner Conference Building, 2900 Live Oak Street, Dallas 75204)

Thursday, April 2:

Senator Bernie Sanders in Dallas -- Contribution Levels: $2,700 - Host (Give or Raise), $1,000 - Sponsor, $500 - Friend, $ 250 - guest. RSVP or Join the Host Committee by email to christina AT taylorcollective.com or 512-465-2162. (12 Noon - 1:30 PM, Ojeda's, 4617 Maple Ave., Dallas 75219)

Meet & Greet Open House with Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson's New Dallas District Office Director Trudy Lewis -- RSVP by March 30, 2015 at 214-922-8885 or email to esperanza.worley AT mail.house.gov.  (2 - 4 PM, Dallas District Office, 3102 Maple Avenue, Suite 600, Dallas 75201)

Irving Texas Democratic Women at Irving City Council -- The Irving City Council sent a resolution to Austin in support of no foreign laws as they apply to religious tribunals particularly in the Islamic faith. We want them to know we disagree with this vote. Read more at: http://bit.ly/1ETwjEz Join us. Come stand up for our values and against political fringe in Irving. (6 pm -- Meet up in Lobby, 7 pm -- City Council Meeting Begins; Irving City Council, 825 W. Irving Blvd., Irving 75060)

DCDP Johnson - Jordan Dinner -- See details in article above or online at http://www.dallasdemocrats.org/docs/johnson-jordan.html. General admission tickets are now also available at this page: http://form.jotformpro.com/form/50636431418957 LAST DAY TO BUY TICKETS IS TUESDAY MARCH 31 AT 6 PM!! (VIP Sponsor Reception 5:30 pm, Dinner and Program 6:30 pm, Hyatt Regency Dallas - Reunion Ballroom, 300 Reunion Boulevard, Dallas 75207)

Dallas County Young Democrats Annual JJ After Dark Cocktail Party -- following the Dallas County Democratic Party's Johnson Jordan Dinner. No admission fee, donations welcome. (~8 - 10 PM, Dallas Chop House, 1717 Main St. Suite 100, Dallas 75201)

Friday, April 3:

Dallas Area Progressive Christians 10th Annual Good Friday Walk --  Join us on a pilgrimage through the center of Dallas. Read more at http://dallaschristians.org/wp/good-friday-walk/ and see the route and schedule at http://dallaschristians.org/wp/gfw-route/ (10 AM, gather at Young near Harwood, just outside the First Presbyterian Church, walk to City Hall Plaza, Dallas)

Drinking Liberally Allen --
(6:30 PM, Two Rows,  711 Central Expy., Allen 75013)

Saturday, April 4:

Dallas Chorizo and Menudo Community Breakfast -- Hosted by LULAC Chapter 102. (9 AM, El Ranchito Restaurant, 610 W Jefferson Blvd., Dallas 75208)

Park Cities Central Dallas Dems -- (10:30 AM, University Park Library, 8383 Preston Center Plaza, Suite 200, University Park 75225)

Tuesday, April 7:

Irving Texas Democratic Women -- Irving School Board Candidates for Place 4: Dinesh Mali & Sanko Prioleau. (7 pm -- 8.30 pm [Come early to eat and mingle], East China Buffet, 4023 W. Airport Fwy., Irving 75062)

Thursday, April 9:

Preston Hollow Democrats -- We have invited candidates in races for which The PHD is considering endorsements. Candidates have been invited from DISD District 1 Trustee Election, and Dallas Mayor and Council Districts 2, 6 , 10, 11, and 13. (6 - 8 PM, Preston Royal Library meeting room.  5626 Royal Ln, Dallas 75229)

Coppell Drinking Liberally -- (6:30 PM, Esparza's Restaurante Mexicano, 817 S. MacArthur Blvd. #125, Coppell)

Garland Area Democratic Club -- (7:00 pm, Garland Women's Activities Building, 713 Austin St. [at Glenbrook], downtown Garland)

Saturday, April 11:

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)

Democrats with Disabilities of Dallas County -- We will be having our inaugural meeting to establish bylaws, elect officers, and discuss the direction and goals of our new club. (10:30 am, McDermott Rooms, J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young Street, Dallas 75201)

Mexican American Democrats of Texas - Dallas CAUSA Chapter -- Guests are welcome but must RSVP by calling Sylvana Alonzo 972-900-0882. (11 am, 2223 W. Jefferson Dallas 75208)

Monday, April 13:

Metrocrest Democrats -- Our guest speaker will be Deborah Peoples, Chair of the Tarrant County Democratic Party. (If you would like purchase dinner,  please come any time after 6 to eat and mingle.  The meeting will start at 7 pm. NewNew Buffet, 3822 Belt Line Rd, Addison 75001)

Tuesday, April 14:

Blue Ribbon Lobby Day For Democratic and Progressive Women -- In Austin. Read more at this page: http://www.blueribbonlobbyday.com/about/ Lenna Webb, President of North Dallas Texas Democratic Women, and Kim Morris, Past President of the Irving Texas Democratic Women, have chartered a bus so that women in the Dallas area will be able to participate in this most important event without the hassle of driving to and from Austin! We will depart from the Unity Church North Parking Lot (enter and go clear to the back) 6525 Forest Ln, between Wooded Gate Dr and Green Grace Dr.  near Preston Rd. at 6:30 am. A number of seats have been paid for to be donated, so if you find that paying the $25 BRLD registration, plus the $25 for the bus, let us know and we will let you know if we have a seat for you! To register for the bus, go to  http://ndtdw.com/blue-ribbon-lobby-day/ The return trip from Austin will leave at 4 pm and return to Dallas between 7 pm & 9 pm. Please try to complete the bus registration by March 15 or the last day April 3. They need to know how many are riding.

DCDP VAN Training -- RSVP by email to taylor AT dallasdemocrats.org. (VAN Basics 6 - 7:30 PM, VAN Advanced Track 7:30 - 9 PM, DCDP HQ, 4209 Parry, Dallas)

Dallas County Tejano Democrats -- (6:30 pm, La Calle Doce Oak Cliff, 415 W 12th St., Dallas 75208)

Dallas County Young Democrats -- (6:30 PM, Sunset Lounge, 3030 Ross Ave., Dallas 75204)

Irving Democratic Club -- (7 PM, Senter Park East, 228 Chamberlain,  Irving)

Dallas Drinking Liberally -- (7:30 pm, Uptown Pub, 3605 McKinney Ave, Dallas)

Thursday, April 16:

DCDP Volunteer Recruitment Phone Bank -- Join us as we call Democratic supporters in Dallas County and encourage them to volunteer. Please bring a fully charged phone. RSVP by email to taylor AT dallasdemocrats.org. (6 - 8:30 PM, DCDP HQ, 4209 Parry, Dallas)

Monday, April 20:

DCDP 2015 Burger Bash -- Celebrate the end of tax season and support a good cause. Admission is only $10.99. We'll have great burgers, hot dogs, and drinks available. (6 - 8 PM, DCDP HQ, 4209 Parry at Fletcher, Dallas)

Monday, April 27 through Tuesday, May 5:

Early Voting In Person for the May 9 city and school elections -- Times and places at: http://www.dallascountyvotes.org/wp-content/uploads/EVLocations.pdf

Saturday, May 9:

Local Election Day -- For cities and school districts. (7 AM - 7 PM, local polling places)

Contact:
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
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