Johnson County Democrats
Saturday, September 18, 2004
Dem web sites
From: "John Gelhaus"
Here are some web sites about Democrats that you might be interested in
viewing/subscribing/joining/forwarding:
John Kerry for President (sign up for newsletter)
http://www.JohnKerry.com
Kerry in 2004 Meetup (monthly meeting places decided by voters; over
600 meetings worldwide at same time)
http://kerry2004.meetup.com
Johnson County (Iowa) Democratic Party (includes links to 2nd District
Dems,...; subscribe to e-mails--"Listserve")
http://www.jcdems.org
Iowa Democratic Party
http://www.IowaDemocrats.org
Democratic National Committee
http://www.democrats.org
College Democrats of America
http://www.CollegeDems.com
Billionaires for Bush (can join)
http://www.BillionairesForBush.com
Air America Radio (can play the station over the Internet)
http://www.AirAmericaRadio.com
Art Small (challenging Sen. Grassley, Iowa)
http://www.ArtSmallForSenate.com
Dave Franker (challenging Rep. Leach, Iowa)
http://www.FrankerForCongress.com
AFL-CIO Union
http://AmericasPriorities.com
Move On ("working to make effective citizen participation by building
electronic advocacy groups")
http://www.MoveOn.org
America Coming Together (ACT) (voter mobilization to defeat Bush &
elect Democrats)
http://www.AmericaComingTogether.com
Liberal celebrities (celiberals)
http://www.celiberal.com/theWhineRack.php
Pres. Bush '04 debates pres. candidate Bush '00 on foreign policy
(funny)
http://www.msu.edu/~wismanna/bushvsbush.mov
My web page about differences in neckties of Democrats & Republicans, &
the tie quiz (if you have nothing else to do)
http://www.geocities.com/gelhaus_john/neckties.html
Have you heard of the NO-CARB Diet for 2004?
NO C-heney
NO A-shcroft
NO R-umsfeld
NO B-ush
and absolutely NO RICE!
-John
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- posted by John @ 6:22 PM
Friday, September 17, 2004
Franker/Leach debate, CR 9/18
From: Franker for Congress Campaign
2nd district Democratic Congressional candidate Dave Franker will
engage Republican Rep. Jim Leach in a joint public forum/debate
Saturday, September 18 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the Iowa Room of the
Kirkwood Community College campus in Cedar Rapids.
The public is welcome and the format will consist exclusively of
questions from the audience after opening statements and before
concluding statements. Please come and show your support for our
Democratic candidate for Congress.
Dave has called repeatedly for the resignation of Secretary of Defense
Donald Rumsfeld. Republican Rep. Leach rejects that call, labeling that
"political piling on" and stating that "there is probably no one in
America that is more discouraged with the direction of American foreign
policy" than Rumsfeld. [Cedar Rapids Gazette, August 26, 2004]Rumsfeld
hired Leach as a staffer over 30 years ago when Rumsfeld was an
Illinois Congressman.
The list goes on: Medicare "Modernization," support of working men and
women, pension reform, women's reproductive rights, leadership of the
Congress to set the nation's agenda.
Dave's campaign is nearing the threshold for support from the
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee [DCCC]. Please contribute
now @ www.frankerforcongress.com or by mail to: Franker for Congress
Box 587 North Liberty, Iowa 52317. Don't forget: in the event of an
Electoral College tie at 269-269, the new U.S. House of Representatives
would select the new president. Leach, a vote for Bush-Cheney. Franker,
a vote for Kerry-Edwards.
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- posted by John @ 10:06 PM
Card tables
From: Rod Sullivan
The Iowa Democratic Party is looking for volunteers to loan their card
tables for 6 weeks or so. Please E-mail Megan at
mheneke@iowademocrats.org
if you have one you can loan.
Thanks.
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- posted by John @ 4:27 PM
Chair's Office Hours
From: "Sarah Swisher"
Hello Friends:
I will begin keeping regular office hours next week. If you have
concerns, questions, or need help with an organizing project, please
stop by. I will notify if I need to cancel any of the days via this
listserve.
Chair's Hours;
Sundays     2-4pm
Mondays    4-6pm
Wednesdays Noon to 2PM
Fridays        11AM-1:30 PM
Please call or email if you need specific information prior to your
visit.
Thanks for all your hard work!
Sarah
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- posted by John @ 4:14 PM
Thursday, September 16, 2004
A-Team needs you
From: Jeffrey Fields
Hey Dems!
The Affirmative Action Team needs your help!
On Thursday Septemebr 16th (today) at 6pm, we will be doing a flyer
drop at the Hilltop Trailer Court on Waterfront Drive in southeast Iowa
City. We will be in and out within 59 minutes. We need your hands and
feet to make this happen. We will meet at the Rack at 6pm and then
drive over to Hilltop. You can either meet us at the Rack or at
Hilltop.
On Saturday September 18th, we have a Get Out The Vote Rally at the
Rack from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. We need your help to make this a
success. We need folks to help register voters, answer voter
questions, flip burgers, and generally be good Dems!
ELECTED OFFICIALS AND CANDIDATES: Please give us whatever time you can
squeeze in on Saturday. We know you are busy, but you giving us 15
minutes and meeting potential Dems, will make a difference on November
2nd!!!
1,000 Thanks,
Jeffrey Fields
JC Dems Affirmative Action Co-chair
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- posted by John @ 8:40 PM
Yard Signs
From: Rod Sullivan
Remember, we are putting out yard signs Saturday, September 25 at 9:30
AM.
Meet at Democratic Headquarters, 2nd floor, Old Capitol Mall.
Your help is appreciated!
Thanks, and Go Dems!
---Rod
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- posted by John @ 8:34 PM
Gearing up for GOTV
From: "Sarah Swisher"
Dear Friends:
After a phenomenal turnout for our absentee ballot training (149!!),
Johnson County is preparing to reap a record number of Democratic
votes. All total in 2000, in itself a record breaking year, 2,852
Democrats voted by mail. In 2004 Johnson County volunteers and our
amazing canvass team have generated well over 5,000 ballot request
forms from Democrats.
We will be asking you all to help make Johnson County a huge success
for John Kerry and the rest of our ticket. A big win in Johnson County
can put John Kerry over the top in Iowa and that, as we have all been
hearing, will make a difference in the nation.
I am honored that the Coordinated Campaign and the John Kerry Team have
asked me, as Chair of the Johnson County Democrats, to be their ÂGet
Out the Vote chair for Johnson County. Let me be clear that this is a
voluntary position and the lions share of the work, as always, is
shouldered by all of our great volunteers, precinct captains, staff and
officers of the county party.
Democrats will still receive, probably frequently, communication from
our talented local staff: Megan Heneke, Rod Sullivan and Jeff Duttan.
But you may, on occasion, receive a call or request from me. I also
want to assist the staff by asking that if you have concerns or
questions like Âwhere is my yard sign? or Âwhy canÂt I get an open
phone line at headquarters? that you give me call. All executive
committee communication with the Coordinated Campaign should funnel
through me as well. Now, of course, everyone should feel free to
ÂRSVPÂ or ask Megan or anyone routine questions about the program.
Likewise, please send any emails that go beyond routine campaign
business to me at seiusarah@msn.com.
Thank you to you all for helping us set this fantastic record! My cell
phone number is 319-530-8364 (please donÂt call after 10PM or before
8AM). Now, lets get those ballots in and sign up for our (newly named)
neighbor to neighbor program to help legislative candidates around
Eastern Iowa!
In Solidarity
Sarah Swisher
Chair, Johnson County Democrats
PS: I will be keeping office hours at headquarters beginning tomorrow
and through election day.
Sunday Noon to 2 PM
Monday 2-4PM
Wednesday 4-6PM
Friday 11-1PM
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- posted by John @ 4:25 PM
Harkin Steak Fry bus
Contact: Anna Lopez
Need a ride to the Harkin Steak Fry? Still need to buy a ticket?
A bus is leaving from the Dillards parking lot (at Coral Ridge Mall) at
10am on Sunday, September 19th, bound for the Harkin Steak Fry. Seats
are $10 per person. Organizer Anna Lopez also has tickets for the
Steak Fry available for sale -- $25 for adults, while tickets for
children aged 5-10 are $5 and available at the gate once in Indianola.
(Children under 5 go free).
What: Harkin Steak Fry Bus ride!
When: Sunday, September 18th
Time: Bus leaves at 10am
Where: Dillards parking lot, Coral Ridge Mall
Cost: $10 per bus seat, $25 for the Steak Fry itself.
To reserve a space on the bus please contact Anna at (563) 941-5278 or
email her at anna-lopez@uiowa.edu.
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- posted by John @ 4:25 PM
Central Committee and Precinct leaders
From: Rod Sullivan
Precinct Leaders vs. Central Committee Members
There have been several discussions as to the similarities and
differences
between "Precinct Leaders" and Central Committee members. This E-mail is
intended to address this issue.
First, Central Committee. The Central Committee is the governing body
of the
County Democratic Party. Each precinct elects two people at Caucus to
represent that precinct for the next 4 years. (The Central Committee may
vote to fill its vacancies when there is no Caucus; many Central
Committee
members were elected at other times.)
The duties of a Central Committee Member include:
* Coordinate with other leaders in her precinct.
* Contact registered Dems in her precinct and introduce herself. Ask
these
folks to vote early, serve as volunteers, etc.
* Serve as a liaison between the IDP, JC Dems, and voters in her
precinct.
* Help with absentee requests within her precinct, and later assist with
ballot chasing within her precinct.
* Register voters within her precinct.
* Help put out yard signs and deliver newsletters within her precinct.
* Attend meetings and trainings.
* Assist with satellite GOTV efforts.
* Assist with Election Day GOTV efforts. (Arranging poll watchers,
callers,
knockers, drivers, etc.)
* Perform other duties as needed.
This sounds like a big job, and it is. But no one is in this alone. You
have
staff support, and many wonderful Democrats in all 57 Johnson County
precincts.
Obviously, every precinct is different; the job of Central Committee
member
will vary slightly from precinct to precinct. The above is just a
start- we
hope it helps!
If this looks familiar, it is because I recently put forth the same
list of
duties for Precinct Leaders. There are only a couple of differences;
these
differences are important, however.
Central Committee members, by virtue of having been elected, are
officials
of the Party. As such, they can introduce motions and vote on matters at
Central Committee meetings. Precinct Leaders (like all Democrats) are
not
only welcome at Central Committee meetings, but encouraged to attend.
Precinct Leader is an unofficial term for the person or persons who have
agreed to do this same work, despite not having been elected.
So if we have Central Committee members, why do we need Precinct
Leaders?
There are several reasons for this.
First, some precincts are so large that the Central Committee members
need
help.
Secondly, some precincts have a wealth of volunteers.
Thirdly, there are some vacancies on the Central Committee.
Fourth, some Central Committee members are unable or unwilling to
fulfill
their duties.
Finally, some Central Committee members are unwilling to sign the IDP
pledge
form.
I hope this has helped to clear up some of the many questions we have
fielded on this topic. I encourage each of you to not only continue to
volunteer, but also to learn as much as possible about the Democratic
Party
and its structure and function. The health and strength of the Party
depends
upon having people involved.
Thanks, and Go Dems!
---Rod
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- posted by John @ 6:47 AM
Wednesday, September 15, 2004
Community Discussion on Education, 9/23
From: "Coy Marquardt"
Please join the Iowa City Education Association and Iowa City Community
School District in a community discussion supporting great public
schools! A short video concerning federal education issues will be
shown and then local education leaders will lead group discussions
about current issues in public education.
Â
When:Â Thursday, September 23 - 7:00pm
Â
Where:Â Coralville Public Library
Â
Open to the public! Â
Â
This event is in conjuction with the National Education Association's
National Mobilization for Great Public Schools. Partner organizations
involved in the project are ACORN, Campaign for America's Future, and
MoveOn.org.
Â
For more information please contact Coy Marquardt at 337-3239 or
littlehawk75@hotmail.com Â
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- posted by John @ 6:18 PM
Monday, September 13, 2004
Yard Signs
From: Rod Sullivan
Yard Sign Distribution
Yard signs will be available Saturday, September 25, at 9:30 AM at
Democratic Headquarters, second floor, Old Capitol Mall.
We need individuals from each precinct to stop by, pick up the signs and
lists for their precincts, and spend the weekend putting them out.
No precinct has more than about 40 locations; most have around 20. 40
locations could amount to almost 200 signs, however, so be prepared.
Please contact Rod Sullivan at rodsullivan@mchsi.com with questions.
Thanks, and Go Dems!
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- posted by John @ 7:03 PM
Harkin Steak Fry
From: Rod Sullivan
Where else for $25 can you get a great, live Iowa performance by Sheryl Crow
and her band, entertainment by Tom Arnold, a great steak meal, energizing
speeches by national leaders AND make a much-needed contribution to taking
our country back this November?
Nowhere but at the 27th Annual Harkin Steak Fry!
When: This Sunday 9/19 from noon-4:00 p.m.
Where: Indianola Balloon Field
Tickets: www.tomharkin.com (with link)
or call (515)277-9966
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- posted by John @ 7:03 PM
Sunday, September 12, 2004
Duties of precinct leaders
From: Rod Sullivan
We have had a few questions regarding the actual duties of Precinct Leaders.
The following list, while not exclusive, should give you some ideas. As
always, feel free to contact staff at 337-VOTE with questions, comments, or
concerns.
A Precinct Leader should:
* Coordinate with other leaders in her precinct.
* Contact registered Dems in her precinct and introduce herself. Ask these
folks to vote early, serve as volunteers, etc.
* Serve as a liaison between the IDP, JC Dems, and voters in her precinct.
* Help with absentee requests within her precinct, and later assist with
ballot chasing within her precinct.
* Register voters within her precinct.
* Help put out yard signs and deliver newsletters within her precinct.
* Attend meetings and trainings.
* Assist with satellite GOTV efforts.
* Assist with Election Day GOTV efforts. (Arranging poll watchers, callers,
knockers, drivers, etc.)
* Perform other duties as needed.
This sounds like a big job, and it is. But no one is in this alone. You have
staff support, and many wonderful Democrats in all 57 Johnson County
precincts.
Obviously, every precinct is different; the job of Precinct Leader will vary
slightly from precinct to precinct. The above is just a start- we hope it
helps!
Thanks, and Go Dems!
---Rod
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- posted by John @ 9:43 PM
GOTV rally, 9/18
From: "Jeffrey Fields"
Get Out The Vote Rally
Saturday, September 18, 2004 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
At The Rack Restaurant
At 1911 Broadway Street, Iowa City, Iowa (In Pepperwood Place)
Register To Vote ( Meet Local Candidates & Elected Officials
Discuss Local Issues ( Discuss The November Election
Get Information On Candidates ( Let Your Voice Be Heard
JOIN US FOR: Free Burgers, Chips, Beverages, & Information
"We cannot walk alone. And as we walk, we must make the pledge that we shall
march ahead. We cannot turn back. There are those who are asking the
devotees of civil rights, "When will you be satisfied?" . . . We cannot be
satisfied as long as [a person's] basic mobility is from a smaller ghetto to
a larger one . . . We can never be satisfied as long as . . . a [person] . .
.believes he has nothing for which to vote. No, no, we are not satisfied,
and we will not be satisfied until justice rolls down like waters and
righteousness like a mighty stream."
- Excerpted from "I Have A Dream" by Martin Luther King, Jr.
For more information, contact
Johnson County Democrats Affirmative Action Co-Chairs
James Moody[PARA]james.moody@northlibertyiowa.org[PARA]319-400-2824 Jeffrey
Fields[PARA]JCDemAction@yahoo.com[PARA]319-339-0994
Visit The Johnson County Democrats
In Our Election Season Home
On The 2nd Floor Of The Old Capitol
Shopping Center In Downtown Iowa City
P.O. Box 1773, Iowa City, IA 52244
319-337-VOTE ( 319-337-8683
www.JCDems.org
Supplies And Labor Donated To Produce This Flyer
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- posted by John @ 9:43 PM
A Choice Evening: Activist Training, 9/13
From: Andrew Goedeken
Greetings Friends of Choice!
I am pleased to announce the first event presented by the Johnson County Choice Action Team, a group sponsored by NARAL Pro-Choice America in Iowa.
A Choice Evening: Activist Training will be held on Monday, September 13, 2004 at 7:00pm at the Iowa City Public Library (123 S. Linn St., Iowa City) in Meeting Room A. The training will feature Karen Kubby, the Executive Director of the Emma Goldman Clinic in Iowa City. Area decision-makers have also been invited to share in the discussion.
Please join us to learn how to protect choice in our community and beyond!
Yours in pro-choice solidarity,
Andrew :)
Andrew M. Goedeken
Regional Organizing Staff
NARAL Pro-Choice America in Iowa
Phone: 319-321-2232
Email: ChoiceIowaCity@yahoo.com
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- posted by John @ 9:43 PM
