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Roundup Bulletin               
Democratic news from Dallas County 
 and beyond. 
Friday May 20 2016    
TODAY is the LAST day for Early Voting For The Democratic Primary Runoffs
   
Early Voting for this year's Democratic Primary Runoffs ends TODAY, Friday, May 20. There will NOT be any Early Voting on weekend days this time. The polls will still be open until 7 PM this evening.

Early Voting will be at the usual locations with two exceptions for this election:

DeSoto Town Center Library has been replaced with Disciple Central Community Church, 900 N Polk St #170, DeSoto, TX 75115.

The Records Building in downtown Dallas has been replaced with the George L. Allen Sr Courts Bldg., 600 Commerce St., Dallas 75202.

You can find a list of all the Early Voting locations and links to a map as a pdf at http://www.dallascountyvotes.org/wp-content/uploads/EVLocationsPR.pdf

NOTE: Through Thursday, Dallas County Democrats have cast more than twice as many votes in our runoff as the Republicans have in theirs. (Could it be they are depressed by their likely Presidential candidate?) If that trend continues through November, we should have a good year here in Dallas County.

If you miss voting early or by mail, then you will have to vote in your own assigned local precinct on Tuesday, May 24, also from 7 AM to 7 PM. Check your location first because the inadequate budget given both parties for this election by the Texas Secretary of State has required both to consolidate a lot of locations. The list for May 24 is at
http://www.dallascountyvotes.org/wp-content/uploads/WEB-DEM-Election-Day-Polling-Primary-Run-Off-Locations.pdf

Note: You CAN still vote in the Runoff even if you did not vote in the Primary. The only restriction is that you cannot vote in one party's primary and in the other party's runoff in the same year.
 
RUNOFFS MAY 24
   
On Tuesday, May 24, we will have a statewide Democratic Primary Runoff in Texas for Railroad Commissioner, between Grady Yarbrough (39%) and Cody Garrett (35%). Here in Dallas County we will have an additional three runoffs. Two are county-wide, for Criminal District Judge, Court No. 2, between Nancy Kennedy (46%) and Chika Anyiam (32%), and for County Tax Assessor-Collector between John R. Ames (42%) and Bennie Elenora Brown (25%). There will also be a runoff for Constable, Precinct No. 1, between Tracey Gulley (44%) and Mae Jackson (34%).

For contact information for those in the Runoff and for all those who were nominated or ran in the Primary, see http://dallasdemocrats.org/elections/380.html  

Hillary Clinton In Dallas
   
Lisa Blue Baron introducing Hillary Clinton at the fundraiser earlier today at her home in Dallas. (Picture from County Judge Clay Jenkins.)

Convention Info
   
For more information about the State Convention in June in San Antonio, and to apply to be a delegate to the National Convention in Philadelphia in July, see this page:

http://texasdemocraticconvention.com/

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.)

Monday, May 16, through Friday, May 20: 

Early Voting for the May 24th Democratic Primary Runoff Election

Friday, May 20:

LAST DAY FOR Early Voting for the May 24th Primary Runoff Election

Drinking Liberally for McKinney --
(6:30 PM, Petra, 1751 West Eldorado Parkway, McKinney 75069)

Saturday, May 21:

Dallas County East Democrats Coffee Social --
(8 am - 10 am Every Saturday at Panera Bread, 18641 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy., Mesquite 75150)

North Oak Cliff Democrats -- (8:30 AM, Norma's Cafe, 1123 W. Davis St., Dallas 75208)

Garland Area Democratic Club Saturday Morning Coffee -- (9 - 11 AM, Generator Coffee House, 107 N. 6th St. on the Square in Downtown Garland)


Super Saturday Block Walk & Phone Bank For Victoria Neave For State House District 107 -- 
We've added a Voter Deputization and Training slot. 9:30 am- Homemade Tacos & Coffee, 10 am- Voter Deputization & Training, 10:30 am- Begin Block Walk & Phone Bank. If you haven't yet had a chance to volunteer, this is the day to join us and feel free to bring the kiddos to our Kids Corner! There's something for everyone and we'd love help with: - Block-Walking (talk to voters in person); - Phone-Banking (talk to voters over the phone); - Driving (Drive our Block-Walkers); - Voter Registration (Volunteer Deputy Registrars); - Spanish Speakers; and - Data Entry. Sign up to volunteer at: act.myngp.com/Forms/-7807288352320714752 (Victoria for Texas Campaign Headquarters, 1934 Pendleton Dr., Garland, TX 75041 [LBJ & Northwest Hwy.]

Southwest Dallas County Democrats -- The Dallas County Democratic Party will present a proclamation honoring Ann Hubener. (10:00 am, Southwest Center Mall, Community Room (near Macy's), 3662 W. Camp Wisdom Rd., Dallas)  

Lake Highlands/White Rock Democrats Annual Picnic --
Please come and join us at Flag Pole Hill on Saturday, May 21, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm for hot dogs (beef and veggie) and all the trimmings. The fee is $5.00 per person and you are welcome to bring any sides/desserts you wish. We have invited several of our local candidates; come, bring the family, socialize with us, and meet your candidates and elected officials up close and personal. (11 AM, Flag Pole Hill, Bucker at Northwest Highway, Dallas)

Verizon Wireless Store Demonstration --
CWA (the Communications Workers union) is partnering with Jobs for Justice to help the 39,000 Verizon employees on strike in the northeast for better working conditions, better healthcare, and fair wages. Come out and support as well as forward this to others to get the word outWe ask you to BOYCOTT Verizon! #Verizonstrike #StandUp2Vz More info at http://standuptoverizon.com/petition/  and at https://www.facebook.com/events/239789549711138/?ti=icl
(Noon - 1 PM, 5926 W NW Hwy., Dallas, Tx 75225)

Dialing for Dorotha Ocker Phone Bank --
For State Representative HD 115. (2 - 4 PM, Panera Bread, 5325 Belt Line Rd, Dallas, Texas 75254)




Sunday, May 22:


Politics and Pie Fundraiser for Laura Irvin -- For State Representative HD102. We will be serving strawberry pie, Tony's famous pecan pie, and assorted beverages. To plan properly, please RSVP no later than May 20th via email or phone call to Tony Farrer:  tonyfarrer12 AT att.net or (214) 827-0484. (2:00 - 4:00 pm, 5311 Mercedes Avenue, Dallas, TX 75206)

Monday, May 23:


Stonewall Democrats 20th Anniversary Reception and Fundraiser -- Guest Speaker - Democratic National Committeeman and former State Representative Glen Maxey. Open Bar generously donated by Equality Vodka. Hors d' Oeuvres catered by Zephyr. Sponsorships begin at $250, $500, $1000 and we are offering a special Lifetime Membership Sponsorship to anyone who contributes at the $5000 or above level. General Admission Tickets $50. Purchase your Sponsorship or General Admission Ticket today by clicking http://stonewalldemocratsofdallas.org/donate. Just write "20th Anniversary" in the Comment Box when you RSVP. (7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, New Resource Center, 5750 Cedar Springs Rd. adjacent to Cathedral of Hope, Dallas)

Tuesday, May 24:

Democratic Primary Runoff -- (7 AM - 7 PM, Local precinct polling places)

Drinking Liberally Addison -- (5:30 pm, The Londoner, 14930 Midway Rd., Addison)

Dallas County Texas Democratic Women -- (6:30 pm, Sixth floor clubhouse, 1400 Hi Line Drive at 35E, Dallas 75207)

Wednesday, May 25:

Exxon Knew Demonstration -- At the Exxon Mobil annual shareholders meeting. More info at Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/events/1718799441673836/  
Exxon Knew Dallas Website: http://exxonknew.org/dallas/ (7:30 am to 10:00 am, Morton H. Myerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St. Dallas, Texas 75201)

Dallas Democratic Forum Presents Turning Texas Blue: What It Will Take To Break the GOP Grip -- With author Mary Beth Rogers. 2016 Forum Patron & Sustaining Members -- Free, Regular Members -- $25, Non Members -- $40. RSVP by Monday, May 23rd by email to wdgriggs AT yahoo.com. (11:30 am Registration/Buffet, 12:00 Noon Program. The Belo Mansion, 2101 Ross Avenue, Dallas, TX  75201)

Thursday, May 26:

Re-Election Reception for Sheriff Lupe Valdez -- Contribution Levels: $5000, $2500, $1000, $500, $250, $100. (6 - 8 PM, 5230 Lobello Dr., Dallas, Texas 75229)


23rd Senate District Delegates Pre-Convention Meeting --
Hosted by Senator Royce West and SDEC Committeemembers Shay Wyrick and Jeff Strater. Learn about details of the convention and then hear from members of 23rd senate district delegation running for convention committees and State Democratic Executive Committee. Delegates supporting each presidential candidate will meet in separate groups to hear from their candidates for national delegate (delegates pledged to Senator Sanders may only run and vote for the two Sanders national delegates and delegates for Secretary Clinton may only vote for the six Clinton delegate spots). This is an optional meeting but we hope you can attend to prepare for the Texas Democratic Convention. Facebook Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1750989558479907/  (6:30 PM, "The RUSH-taurant" at the Inspiring Body of Christ Church, 7701 S. Westmoreland Rd. Dallas, TX 75237)

Saturday, May 28:

Rowlett Democratic Club -- Learn door to door voter registration. Trump Economics and code Words used by Conservatives. (3 PM, First Christian Church Fellowship Hall, 7301 Miller, Rowlett)

Thursday, June 2:

Fundraising Reception for County Judge Clay Jenkins -- Contribution levels:  Gold Patron: $5,000, Silver Patron: $2,500, Bronze Patron: $1,000, Friend: $500, Individual: $250 (suggested minimum contribution). To RSVP or for any questions, please email reelectclayjenkins AT gmail.com or call JoAnn at 214-520-6303. (5:30 - 8:30 pm, 1999 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75201)

Friday, June 3:

Campaign Fundraiser for Victoria Neave for State Representative HD107 -- Hosted by the Dallas County Young Democrats. There is no cost to attend. Suggested minimum contribution: $25. Please RSVP or Sponsor here: https://act.myngp.com/Forms/985426970166757376  (5 pm - 8 pm, Goodfriend Beer Garden & Burger House, 1154 Peavy Rd., Dallas, Texas 75218)

Monday, June 13:

Dallas County Democratic Party Executive Committee Meeting -- The DCDP Executive Committee will meet for the second quarter of 2016 at the usual place. (6:30 PM, the CWA Union Hall, 1408 N. Washington at Bryan, Dallas)

Thursday, June 16 through Saturday, June 18:

Texas Democratic Party State Convention -- San Antonio

Monday, June 20:

Dallas County Democratic Party Annual Johnson-Jordan Dinner with David Axelrod -- Mr. Axelrod was Senior Strategist for the 2008 & 2012 Obama Campaigns. Between campaigns, he served as the Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama from 2009 to 2011, then became founding Director of the Institute of Politics at the University of Chicago. He is a Senior Political Commentator for CNN. Last year, he published Believer: My Forty Years in Politics, a New York Times Bestseller. The net profits for the Annual Johnson-Jordan Dinner will benefit the DCDP, and particularly the 2016 Coordinated Campaign, through which the DCDP supports Democratic candidates in Dallas County. Individual tickets will be available for purchase later. At this time, the DCDP is offering sponsorships at various levels. To sponsor this event, email to service AT democracytoolbox.com or contact the DCDP at 214-821-8331. (Details later, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Dallas)

Monday, July 25 through Thursday, July 28:

Democratic National Convention -- Philadelphia

Contact:
Dallas County Democratic Party
Carol Donovan, County Chair
4209 Parry Avenue, Dallas TX 75223
Phone: 214-821-8331     Fax: 214-821-0995
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