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Larimer County Democrats News:  November 17, 2015

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Message from the Chair
Greetings.
 
Last Friday, we were all of course dumbstruck by the attacks in Paris, at that time the latest in a number of senseless acts of violence around the world. As the West reassesses the global security situation, and measures are taken to respond to the attacks and address the wider foreign policy crisis we face, some politicians have taken to pointing fingers and making politics out of a horrible tragedy.
 
Others have resisted the temptation to score political points, like Governor John Hickenlooper, who yesterday stood up to those who would refuse refuge to victims of the Syrian conflict. By striking the right balance between security and compassion for people who have had their lives torn apart by war, Governor Hickenlooper has made a courageous stand. Thank you, Governor.
 
                                               -- James Thompson, Chair
Community News

Wednesday, November 18
Blueflower Action
Please join Susan Kirkpatrick and the Hon. Besty Markey
for cocktails and conversation about Blueflower Action.
Blueflower Action is a new initiative to support progressive, pro-choice women running for office in Colorado. Blueflower Action's goal is to provide positive, strategic support for women that are running for political office.

Date & Time:  Wednesday, Nov. 18, 5:30-7:00pm
Location:        The Home of Susan Kirkpatrick
                       210 W. Magnolia St.,Unit 430, Fort Collins

Info: To RSVP or for more information, please contact Rachel Gordon at (303) 570-5446 or rachel@rkgdevelopment.com

Saturday, November 21
Community Conversation with Sen. John Kefalas
Please join State Senator John Kefalas for a Community Conversation to discuss the upcoming legislative session and any issues that may be on your mind:

Date & Time:  Saturday, Nov. 21, 9:00-10:30am
Location:        Fort Collins Coffee House
                       3761 S Mason St., Fort Collins

These monthly and informal Community Conversations are an opportunity for Sen. Kefalas to spend time enjoying a cup of coffee, chatting about issues important to constituents, providing candid updates on public policy and legislation, and building relationships. All conversations are free, nonpartisan and open to the public.

Saturday, December 5
OFA Climate Advocacy Training
The OFA Training Team is hosting a training in Denver!  Join other climate advocates from across the country to learn to create the conditions for decision makers to act on climate and take your advocacy skills to the next level. 

Date & Time:  Saturday, Dec. 5, 9:00am-5:00pm
Location:        Holiday Inn - Denver East - Stapleton
                       3333 Quebec Street
                       Denver, CO 80207
Reception:      Friday, Dec. 4, 5:30-7:30pm (location TBD)

Info: For more info email suzannestrask@gmail.com
RSVP by Wed. Nov. 25, http://goo.gl/forms/a4X12yfRZg  

This is a terrific opportunity to get together with other climate advocates to learn some new approaches and make some new connections!  Come and join us.

Regular Meetings 

Larimer County Democrats Monthly Meeting

Monthly business meeting. All are welcome!

Date & Time: Third Thursday of the month

                        6:30 pm social, 7:00 pm meeting

Location:  Larimer County Democrats Office

                   606 S. Mason St., Fort Collins

Email: secretary@larimerdems.org for more information.

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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