Johnson County Democrats

Reminder about your invitation from Steven Wayne Newell

2011-10-17T03:17:00.000-05:00

This is a reminder that on October 9, Steven Wayne Newell sent you an invitation to become part of their professional network at LinkedIn. Accept Steven Wayne Newell's Invitation On October 9, Steven Wayne Newell wrote:

Reminder about your invitation from Steven Wayne Newell

2011-10-11T06:52:00.001-05:00

Invitation to connect on LinkedIn

2011-10-08T19:15:00.001-05:00

From Steven Wayne Newell Consultant & Guest Teacher (7-12 Biology/Social Studies) at Self-Employed Des Moines, Iowa Area

Invitation to connect on LinkedIn

2011-10-04T18:03:00.001-05:00

From Steven Wayne Newell Consultant & Guest Teacher (7-12 Biology/Social Studies) at Self-Employed Des Moines, Iowa Area

Invitation to connect on LinkedIn

2011-09-01T14:51:00.001-05:00

From Steven Wayne Newell Agent & Consultant at Self-Employed Des Moines, Iowa Area I'd like to add

Candidate Reception 11/12

2005-11-09T19:52:00.000-06:00

From Jeff Fields JCDem Candidates Reception Saturday November 12, 20057:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Location: Chait Galleries on Washington Street, Iowa City Please join us on Saturday November 12th from 7pm to 8:30 pm for the First Annual JCDem Candidates Reception at the Chait Galleries on Washington Street, Iowa City. This will be a dessert reception with alcoholic and

Janet Lyness Event 11/11

2005-11-06T10:13:00.000-06:00

From: "James Moody" Please come to an open house to meetJanet LynessCandidate for Johnson County AttorneyFriday, November 11, 20056pm to 9pmHosted by James Moody and Paul Osterholt115 Vixen laneNorth LibertyRSVP/QUESTIONS 665-3188 OR 400-2824EMAIL: jsmoody@netins.net-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please send an email to petidomo@unifex.dyndns.org with the following

Neuzil Selected As Top Young Area Leader

2005-11-06T10:11:00.000-06:00

From: "Terrence Neuzil" Neuzil Selected As Top Young Area Leader (IOWA CITY IA) Terrence Neuzil, member of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors, was recently selected as one of the top young leaders in the area by the Corridor Business Journal. The Journal is an independent business weekly publication for the Cedar Rapids Iowa City Corridor. The publication

Update From Regenia Bailey

2005-11-02T18:36:00.000-06:00

From: "Regenia Bailey" I will hold office hours on Friday, November 4 from 46 p.m. at the Washington entrance of the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center in downtown Iowa City.No appointment is necessaryjust stop by to talk to me about your concerns and ideas for our community. Planning & Zoning:The final public hearing on the proposed zoning code will be on

Announcements from Affirmative Action Committee

2005-10-31T17:17:00.000-06:00

From: Jeffrey Fields Hey Dems, A couple of quick announcements from the Affirmative Action Committee:1) Amy Correia, candidate for Iowa City City Council, needs our help with GOTV telephone calls. Call lists will be available for pick up on November 4th and 5th. The calls will need to be made on Sunday November 6th or Monday November 7th. Any number of calls is helpful.

JJ Dinner Gallery Tickets

2005-10-27T16:15:00.000-05:00

From: Carol Porch At this year�s Iowa Democratic PartyJefferson Jackson Dinner Senator Tom Daschle will be the keynote speaker, along with Iowa�s leaders Senator Tom Harkin, Governor Tom Vilsack, First Lady Christie Vilsack, Lt. Governor Sally Pederson, and Congressman Leonard Boswell. The event will be on Saturday evening, November 5 at Hy-Vee Hall, part of the new Iowa Events

Something FUN for Dems

2005-10-26T13:54:00.000-05:00

Friends,Lonny Pulkrabek sent this along for the list.If you go to http://www.google.com and enter the word "failure" into the search box, and click on search (or press enter), you'll be amazed (and probably not really surprised) at what turns out to be the very first listing! Try it and see! Better yet, enter the word "failure" and click on the "I'm feeling lucky" button. Amaze and amuse your

Anti-war Announcement and Schedule

2005-10-25T18:21:00.000-05:00

From Loren Glass The University of Iowa Anti-War Committee presents an Anti-War teach-in on the War on TerrorFriday Oct. 28 11am 6:30 pm Michigan Room3rd floor, Iowa Memorial Union For more information or if you require special assistance to attend call (319) 594-8389 or e-mail uiantiwar@riseup.net or visit us on the web: http://www.uiantiwar.org/Teach-In

Environmental Advocates-Sierra Club City Council Candidates Forum Thursday October 27

2005-10-23T22:47:00.000-05:00

From: Tom Carsner ENVIRONMENTAL ADVOCATES AND SIERRA CLUB HOST IOWA CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATES FORUM OCTOBER 27 AT CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 PMEnvironmental Advocates and the Iowa City Area Group of the Sierra Club willjointly sponsor a forum for Iowa City Council candidates Thursday, October27, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the Council Chambers at City Hall.Candidates will have the

Reminder about JC Dems Listserv

2005-10-23T22:24:00.000-05:00

From Dave Redlawsk Friends,Just a reminder that candidate material appearing on this listserv does NOT represent any kind of endorsement by the Johnson County Democrats for any candidate or issue campaign. The listserv is open to all Democratic candidates (whether for partisan or non partisan races) as a courtesy to those candidates to introduce themselves to members of

Message from Gerry Kuhl

2005-10-23T20:28:00.000-05:00

From Gerry Kuhl Johnson County Democrats, Here's a brief update and thank you from my campaign for City Council in North Liberty.As a life-long registered Democrat this is just a brief "thank you" for the tremendous support I've received from so many of you in my campaign for City Council in North Liberty to bring about open government, Safe Streets, and Sensible Growth. I

Lunch with Dems 10/21

2005-10-20T22:45:00.000-05:00

Friends,One last reminder! Join us for Lunch with Dems, at Bo James on Washington St, Iowa City, noon-1pm, on FRIDAY, 10/21. Auditor Tom Slockett and Supervisor Mike Lehman are our special invited elected officials. Join us for good conversation and no speeches (But we will all pay for our own lunches!)Dave Redlawsk1st Vice ChairJC Dems-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please send an

Linn County Democrats Hog Roast 10/22

2005-10-19T14:00:00.001-05:00

From: Jennifer Buck *****************************Join Congressional Candidate Dave Loebsack for a night of greatfood, live folk music, and a craft & desserts auction!WHO: YOU and lots of RIGHTIOUS BLUE DONKEYS (a.k.a. "Dems")WHAT: the Linn County Dems' Annual Hog RoastWHEN: Saturday, October 22, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pmWHERE: the Bowers' barn, 203 Old Lincoln Highway,

Update from Regenia Bailey

2005-10-19T14:00:00.000-05:00

From: "Regenia Bailey" I will hold office hours on Friday, October 21 from 46 p.m. at the eastside Java House, 1575 First Avenue. No appointment is necessaryjust stop by to talk to me about your concerns and ideas for our community. On Friday, October 21, the University of Iowa Student Government will host a Town Gown Social (formal name, but casual dress) from 7

New Affirmative Action Team Listserv

2005-10-18T21:20:00.000-05:00

From Jeff Fields Hey Dems,As you know, the A-Team maintains an informal listserv for committee members and supporters. To facilitate communication, James Moody and I have created this Yahoo Group for all Dems interested in A-Team activities. You must have a Yahoo Profile, but the Group e-mails can be delivered to whatever e-mail address you like. It is not necessary to have

Lunch with Dems this Friday

2005-10-16T17:26:00.000-05:00

Friends, Lunch with Dems is this week - Friday, October 21, Noon-1pm at BO JAMES, Washington St., Iowa City. Join us for food and conversation -- no agenda and no speeches! Our invited elected officials are Supervisor Mike Lehman and Auditor Tom Slockett. We're all responsible for our own lunches, of course!Dave Redlawsk1st Vice ChairJC Dems-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please send an

Meet North Liberty Council Candidates

2005-10-15T19:44:00.000-05:00

From: "Paul Osterholt" Hello all,I would really appreciate any help I can get spreading the word about an opportunity to meet three of the North Liberty City Council candidates. We facing some controversial issues that the city council has passed and the opposition has proposed a moratorium on new development in North Liberty. That means that jobs - many of them union

Nick Maybanks Announcements

2005-10-12T14:21:00.000-05:00

From: Nick Maybanks Message-ID: <15d.5af3c8da.307dbd52@aol.com>NICK MAYBANKS, DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR JOHNSON COUNTY ATTORNEY, TO DISCUSS CORE ISSUES OF CAMPAIGN * On Sunday, October 16, 2005, at 3:30 p.m. at the Iowa City Public Library, Room E, Nick Maybanks, Democratic Candidate for Johnson County Attorney, will meet with citizens to discuss three separate and

Franker on KSUI Today

2005-10-12T14:15:00.000-05:00

From: Dave Franker North Liberty City Councilor and Transit Task Force chair Dave Franker will be the guest today (WED, Oct 12) from 12 noon - 1pm on KRUI 89.7FM. The topic on the regularly scheduled WED NOON International Affairs show will be "An Integrated Transit System for Johnson County."Dave invites letters to the editor on the topic with city council elections next

Lunch with Dems, October 21

2005-10-11T17:15:00.000-05:00

Friends,October's Lunch with Dems will be Friday, October 21, noon - 1 pm at Bo James, on Washington Street, Iowa City. All our welcome. Our special invited elected officials are Supervisor Mike Lehman and Auditor Tom Slockett. Join them and fellow Democrats for food and good conversation - but agenda and no speeches! This get together is always a good time, and you never know who's going to be

2nd District Meeting 10/16

2005-10-10T21:14:00.000-05:00

From: "Carol Porch" >Chair Alan Bohanan has called a meeting of the Second District Central Committee for October 16, 2005. We will be meeting at the Trinity United Methodist Church on E. 2nd Street in Riverside at 2:00 PM.> >An important agenda item is the selection of the site for our 2006 District Convention. Please plan to be there!-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list,

Iowa City Primary Election Tuesday

2005-10-08T09:21:00.000-05:00

Friends,Remember that the Iowa City City Council primary election is this coming Tuesday, October 11. Turnout in these elections is often very low, so every vote matters! Several of the candidates have responded to the JC Democrats questionnaire, and their responses are posted on the website at http://www.jcdems.org. Take a look at what the candidates have to say and VOTE in the City Council

John Kerry to thank Johnson County Democrats, 10/9!

2005-10-04T16:17:00.000-05:00

From Sarah Swisher John Kerry will be attending a Johnson County Democrats grassroots organizing meeting on Sunday, October 9th in Iowa City. The meeting will be from 3pm to 5pm at Elizabeth Tate High School, 1528 Mall Drive.Special invitations go to the volunteers who made our record breaking Democratic turnout in 04 possible and to our progressive partners in the 49, FAIR!

FCC Meeting October 5

2005-10-03T17:28:00.000-05:00

From: "SARAH SWISHER" Make your voice heard!The Town Meeting on the Future of Media in Iowa City is on October 5 less than a week away. Its crucial that you attend this forum to tell the FCC exactly how media consolidation affects you and your community. FCC Commissioners Jonathan Adelstein and Michael Copps will be present to listen to your comments, as will members of

Update from regenia bailey

2005-09-30T16:13:00.000-05:00

From: "Regenia Bailey" >I will hold office hours on Friday, October 7 from 46 p.m. at the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center and on Friday, October 21 from 46 p.m. at the eastside Java House, 1575 First Avenue. >No appointment is necessaryjust stop by to talk to me about your concerns and ideas for our community.> >The Council will hold a public hearing on

HOMECOMING PARADE DETAILS 9/30!

2005-09-28T21:51:00.000-05:00

From: Brian Flaherty ********************************************************************2005 HOMECOMING PARADE!!!!!!!!!!Join the Johnson County Democrats as we march with the University Democrats in the Homecoming parade this Friday, September 30, in Downtown Iowa City.The parade is always a great chance to meet with fellow Democrats and elected officials and to show

JC Dems BBQ TOMORROW, 9/24

2005-09-23T16:21:00.001-05:00

Friends,Remember, the JC Dems annual BBQ is tomorrow, Saturday Sept 24, at the Hills Community Center. A special tribute to Minnette Doderer will begin at 3:00pm, and the BBQ will start at 4:00. Come see our GREAT 2nd District Congressional candidate, David Loebsack, as well as the Democratic candidates running for Governor and other offices. The food will be good, the speeches short (maybe), and

FINAL REMINDER - VOTE LOEBSACK!

2005-09-23T16:21:00.000-05:00

Friends,One last reminder. If you haven't voted yet, DO IT NOW. And, PLEASE forward this to anyone you know -- people all over the country can cast a vote in this elections! The election ends tomorrow (Saturday) at 4:00PM our time.We have one more opportunity to show our support for David Loebsack for Congress. David is in the TOP 10 finishers for the Democracy for America endorsement. Now there

VOTE for LOEBSACK Again!

2005-09-20T16:28:00.000-05:00

Friends,We have one more opportunity to show our support for David Loebsack for Congress. David is in the TOP 10 finishers for the Democracy for America endorsement. Now there is one more vote, to determine the overall winner. You can help make this happen for David by VOTING NOW and by passing this on to as many people as you can. Vote at http://tools.democracyforamerica.com/housevote/. Do it

Vote for David Loebsack at DFA!

2005-09-20T10:24:00.000-05:00

Hello,Democracy for America is hosting an online instant run-off vote to determine which congressional candidate will receive their first national endorsement of 2006. The 10 Congressional candidates on the ballot were narrowed down from a field of 60 during an online vote last week. The candidate who wins the instant run-off vote will receive a DFA-List endorsement and a national e-mail from

BBQ Silent Auction Items Wanted

2005-09-19T17:23:00.000-05:00

From Pat Vunderink WANTEDSilent Auction items for the JC Dems Fall BBQ September 24, 2005Political memorabilia, t-shirts, sweatshirts, buttons, signs (especially autographed!); art items, food items, gift certificates, etc. It's good to have a range of item prices so that everyone has a chance to bid. In past years we have had books, meat donated by Stutsman's, a Harley

From Sarah Swisher: JC Dems BBQ

2005-09-18T20:28:00.000-05:00

From Sarah Swisher The day of our JC Dems Annual Barbecue is fast approaching. Saturday, September 24th we will gather again at 4PM (3pm for Minnette�s Tribute), this time at the Hills Community Center. We will hear from all of the Democratic Candidates for Governor and our great Congressional Candidate David Loebsack. This year our tireless Gina Schatteman will feel

Vote for Loebsack TODAY

2005-09-16T16:35:00.000-05:00

From David Redlawsk Only today and tomorrow left! And David Loebsack, our Iowa 2nd District Congressional candidate needs YOUR vote! That's right, if you haven't yet voted in DFA's endorsement competition, you can still do so until tomorrow (Saturday) at 4pm.Go to http://tools.democracyforamerica.com/housevote/and click on DAVID LOEBSACK. As of this morning he is in 6th

Dvorsky Birthday Party 9/16

2005-09-15T17:31:00.000-05:00

From Bob Dvorsky Dvorsky for Senate 19th. Annual Dvorsky Birthday PartyFriday, Sept. 16, 2005 - 6 - 8 p. m. Fireside Shelter- S. T. Morrison Park - Coralville $25/ Person, $50/ Family , $10/ Student - If you are unable to attend, but still wish to contribute, mail checks to: Committee to Elect Dvorsky, 412 6th. Street, Coralville, IA 52241.-- To unsubscribe from this

Help with BBQ

2005-09-14T19:11:00.000-05:00

From Sarah Swisher Friends:We need a DVD player and projector to use during the Doderer Tribute from 3to 4 on the 24th.Please call Rod Sullivan at 354-7199.Sarah-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please send an email to petidomo@unifex.dyndns.org with the following line in the body of the message:unsubscribe jcdems-announce

Two Announcements

2005-09-14T11:19:00.001-05:00

from Dave Redlawsk Democratic Friends,First, DON'T FORGET TO VOTE FOR DAVID LOEBSACK! What's that? You wonder how you can vote for David NOW? Well, DFA is sponsoring a vote to determine who will get their first endorsement and the funds that come with it. Anyone can vote NOW for their favorite Congressional candidate. The top ten in the first round go on to a second round

Bailey Announces Activities

2005-09-14T11:19:00.000-05:00

from Regenia Bailey September 13, 2005 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Regenia Bailey, 319.351.2068 (h) or 319.321.1385 (mobile) Iowa City City Council Member Bailey Seeks Citizen Input on City Issues Regenia Bailey will hold office hours on Friday, September 16 from 46 p.m. at the Washington Street entrance of the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center in downtown

School Elections Today

2005-09-13T07:13:00.000-05:00

From Dave Redlawsk Fellow Democrats,Just a quick reminder that School Board elections are TODAY. Polls are open from 7AM to 8PM. Note that school election polling places may be different from regular elections. Check the JC Auditor website at www.jcauditor.com if you are not sure where you vote today. Responses to the Johnson County Democrats questionnaire by candidates

A Chance to Vote for Loebsack!

2005-09-12T18:58:00.001-05:00

Friends,Our friend and Congressional Candidate David Loebsack is seeking an endorsement from Democracy for America (DFA). Their endorsement process includes voting by visitors to their website. The voting begins tomorrow (9/13). Please read the following email that was sent to David (and other Congressional Candidates) and consider supporting David.Dave Redlawsk------------------------From DFA:

Commander in Chief

2005-09-12T18:58:00.000-05:00

From: Marisue Hartung There is a new television show beginning this fall called Commander-In-Chief staring Geena Davis in the featured roll as the first womenPresident. The story line is that she is elected as the Vice Presidentand after the election the President has a stroke. The "male leaders ofthe party" tell her to resign as she was just on the ticket for show andthey

News from the Chair

2005-09-11T16:08:00.000-05:00

Hello, Democrats! It is great to be back in Iowa City after a three month absence. Gary, Riley and I return refreshed, renewed, and enlightened from our visit with friends and relatives in Europe. Below are several pieces of information that JC Dems will find useful and interesting.Hurricane Katrina At the suggestion of Carol Porch, Jeff Fields and others the Johnson County Democrats have

School Board Election Tues., Sept 13

2005-09-10T22:52:00.000-05:00

Fellow Democrats,Just one more reminder that the School Board elections are coming up this Tuesday, September 13. The Johnson County Democrats sent out a questionnaire to all candidates in contested races in Johnson County school districts. Responses to the questionnaire have come in from candidates in Iowa City and in Solon. Please visit our website at www.jcdems.org to read how candidates

Lunch With Dems 9/16

2005-09-08T17:40:00.000-05:00

Friends,Join us on Friday, September 16 for this month's Lunch With Dems. Location will be Tony's, on Burlington St., next to Thai Flavors. Time is noon - 1pm. Dutch Treat. No agenda, no plans, no speeches, just a chance to sit and chat with fellow Dems. Our invited elected official will be Supervisor Terrence Neuzil and Iowa City Councilor Regenia Bailey. All are welcome to join us.Dave Redlawsk

CC meeting Reminder, 9/8

2005-09-06T11:46:00.000-05:00

From: Jennifer Hemmingsen Reminder! The next JC Dems Central Committee meeting will be this Thursday, Sept. 8 at the SEIU Local 199, 102 2nd Avenue, Coralville. Meeting starts at 7 p.m., and the Executive Committee meets immediately before the CC meeting at 6:30. All meeting are open to the public.-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please send an email to

Cedar Dems' folk music festival

2005-09-05T20:21:00.001-05:00

From: Mike Owen Friends:Sunday (tomorrow!) Sept 4, the Cedar County Democrats are holding afundraiser at the Secrest Octagonal Barn west of Downey. Two candidates forgovernor - Ed Fallon and Mike Blouin - will be there, and there will bemusic from several artists. There's a suggested donation of $10/adult, $3teens.If you haven't been to the barn, it's a fascinating piece of

School Board Elections

2005-09-05T20:21:00.000-05:00

From: Rod Sullivan School Board elections are Tuesday, September 13. School elections have fewer polling sites; check the Auditor's web page at : http://www.johnson-county.com/auditor/to see where you vote. You can vote NOW for the Iowa City Community School District Board of Directors. Check the Auditor's website for details. Meanwhile, some of the candidates for school

Labor Day

2005-09-02T15:31:00.000-05:00

Friends,With Labor Day coming up it's appropriate to remind everyone about the Labor picnic on Monday, Sept 5, beginning at noon. All Friends of Labor are welcome - come out for lots of fun, food, and fellowship, and recognize the important role Labor plays in our community, Iowa, and the Nation. Location is Shelter #2 in Upper City Park.Dave Redlawsk-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list,

Invitation to the DFA State Meeting/Workshop

2005-09-02T15:22:00.000-05:00

From Dennis Roseman The Johnson County Democracy for America is hosting a state-wide DFA meeting/workshop on Sept. 10th at the Iowa Memorial Union. We will have some good speakers-Jim Dean and Chris Warshaw from DFA in Burlington, Vermont, and our own Sarah Swisher, plus several other candidates and local Iowans. This is not just for DFA folks, but for everyone who would

David Loebsack Announces Challenge to Leach

2005-09-02T05:56:00.000-05:00

From David Loebsack, david@loebsackforcongress.orgDavid Loebsack Announces His Candidacy for U.S. House District 2(Mt. Vernon, IA) Today David Loebsack, a Democrat and long-time Cornell College educator, announced his candidacy for congress in Iowas second congressional district.Loebsack stated It is time for real change in Iowas second district. After traveling the district for several

School Board Candidate Questionnaires

2005-09-02T05:54:00.000-05:00

Friends,As we have done in the past, the JC Dems sent out a questionnaire to all candidates in competitive School Board races in Johnson County. Responses have now come in from most of the Iowa City Community School District candidates. Those responses, and any others we receive, are posted on our website at www.jcdems.org. Click on the link near the top of the page.We encourage you to take a

Johnson County Supervisor Neuzil Listening Post Schedule

2005-09-01T21:09:00.000-05:00

From Terrence Neuzil Neuzil To Hold September Government and You Listening Posts(IOWA CITY IA) Terrence Neuzil, member of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors, will be holding Government and You listening posts in September. The listening posts are held weekly at different locations in and around Johnson County and provide residents an opportunity to discuss issues

BBQ Date 9/24

2005-08-26T17:09:00.000-05:00

From Gina Schatteman Thanks to all of you who have responded to my request for help. I'll be in touch shortly. Unfortunately, I failed to mention in my previous note, the barbecue will take place: Saturday, September 24 at 4pm in the Hills Community Center.-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please send an email to petidomo@unifex.dyndns.org with the following

Sept JC Dems Meeting 9/8

2005-08-24T20:05:00.001-05:00

Friends,Just a reminder that the September JC Dems Central Committee meeting is THURSDAY, SEPT 8, the 2nd week in September, instead of the 1st. It will be at the SEIU office in Coralville, directions are on the website at www.jcdems.org.Hope to see everyone there!Dave Redlawsk1st Vice ChairJC Democrats-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please send an email to petidomo@unifex.dyndns.org

Help for BBQ

2005-08-24T20:05:00.000-05:00

From Gina Schatteman You say you want to help the Democrat's get good candidates elected? You say no one ever asks you to do anything? Well, here's your chance. A number of you have volunteered to help with the fall barbecue (and I will contact you soon), but we need more help. What can you do? Here are just some of the opportunities that await you.1) I need someone who

Join Democratic Candidate for State Senate in Lone Tree Parade Saturday

2005-08-18T18:47:00.000-05:00

From Brian Flaherty Join Democratic Candidate for State Senate in Lone Tree Parade SaturdayThis Saturday's Lone Tree Parade offers Johnson County Democrats the opportunity to turn out and meet a candidate hoping to defeat a REPUBLICAN who currently represents part of our county!Becky Schmitz, a retired AEA employee and Fairfield Democrat hopes to be the Democratic

2005-08-17T15:26:00.000-05:00

Bush's 50 State Unpopularity Survey USA has once again put out the 50 state Bush ratings. Assuming - and it's a big and fallacious assumption - that Bush Unfavorable equals a Democratic vote, here's the map: A 435 to 79 electoral college landslide, with Louisiana and North Carolina too close to call. Politics

Affirmative Action Committee Meeting Reminder

2005-08-17T13:30:00.000-05:00

From Jeff Fields Today's A-Team meeting: Wednesday August 17th: A-Team Meeting @ 6:00 pm @ Iowa City Public Library, Meeting Room BOur meeting is a Healthy Food Potluck. Bring something healthy to share and provide your own drink. The A-Team will provide plates and utensils.Jeffrey FieldsJCDemAction@yahoo.comCo-Chair, Affirmative Action CommitteeJohnson County Democratic

Lunch With Dems Friday 8/19

2005-08-15T17:35:00.000-05:00

Fellow Democrats,Join us for Lunch with Dems, this Friday, August 19, Noon - 1pm at Thai Flavors on Burlington Street in Iowa City. Our invited elected officials are County Supervisor Sally Stutsman, Soil and Water Commissioner Kelley Putman, and North Liberty City Councilman Dave Franker. No agenda, just join us for good food and conversation (Dutch Treat, of course).See you there!Dave Redlawsk-

Supervisor Terrence Neuzil Listening Post Schedule

2005-08-08T20:18:00.000-05:00

>From: "Terrence Neuzil" >>Neuzil To Hold August Government and You Listening Posts>>(IOWA CITY IA) Terrence Neuzil, member of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors, will be holding Government and You listening posts in August. The listening posts are held weekly at different locations in and around Johnson County and provide residents an opportunity to discuss issues

Thank you Cath

2005-08-08T18:15:00.003-05:00

From: redlawsk@ix.netcom.comFriends,Our thanks to Cath for all she has done for the JC Dems over the years -- words really aren't enough, but they're the best I have right now. Not only did Cath manage the listserv, but she handled GOTV efforts, worked with the UDems, provided advice to many of us, and simply did whatever needed to be done. We will miss her.On behalf of the JC Dems, Cath, we wish

Leaving Las Veg . . . Iowa City

2005-08-08T18:15:00.002-05:00

Dear All -After more years than I care to enumerate, I've finally graduated fromthe University of Iowa, and moved to Galesburg, Illinois where I beginteaching as an Assistant Professor of History at Knox College thisfall.I will no longer be moderating the Johnson County Democrats' email list- as of this afternoon that responsibility will pass to David Redlawsk. Please update your filters to

Lunch with Dems, 8/19

2005-08-08T18:15:00.001-05:00

From: David Redlawsk Friends,This month's LUNCH WITH DEMS will be Friday, August 19, Noon - 1PM. The plan is to meet at Thai Flavors on Burlington, but that has to be confirmed. For now, put the time on your calendar and watch for announcements of the place.This month's invited elected officials are Supervisor Sally Stutsman, and Kelley Putman, Soil and Water Commissioner.

Loebsack website

2005-08-08T18:15:00.000-05:00

From: dloebsack@mchsi.comHi, everyone.I just wanted to let you know that there is now a website for this campaign.It is in its beginning stages and will be updated and added to in the comingweeks. New features will include upcoming events, more photos, links to otherwebsites, and an online contribution capability.The location for the website is www.loebsackforcongress.org. Please check itout and

A-Team Meeting, 8/17

2005-08-05T16:17:00.002-05:00

From: Jeffrey Fields Next A-Team meeting:Wednesday August 17th: A-Team Meeting @ 6:00 pm@ Iowa City Public Library, Meeting Room BProposed Affirmative Action Steps from LDG (just a reminder)A. Develop a Johnson County Democrats Affirmative Action Plan (whats our time line?)B. Develop outreach programs to communities of difference (see below)C. Devote a Central Committee

Hiatus

2005-08-05T16:17:00.001-05:00

The JC-Dems listserve will be going on hiatus as of Monday, August 8th. If you have any events in the offing - parades come to mind - please make sure those announcements are sent to jcdems-announce@unifex.dyndns.org by Sunday evening for their distribution that night. There will be no listserve announcements distributed after that date for the rest of August.many thanksCath-- To unsubscribe

Swisher Parade Saturday, August 6

2005-08-05T16:17:00.000-05:00

From: "John Deeth" The Swisher Fun Days Parade will be Saturday, August 6 at 11 a.m. Please join us for line up at 10:30 a.m. near the Swisher post ofice.If you can attend please contact John Deeth jdeeth@mchsi.com or Gina Schatteman iowadem@hushmail.com. Thanks!John Deethhttp://jdeeth.blogspot.com-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please send an email to petidomo@

2nd District Workshop, 8/13

2005-08-03T20:20:00.000-05:00

From: David Redlawsk Friends,The Second District Workshop and Dinner is coming up soon, Saturday, August 13. The program is impressive -- the workshop incorporates a number of interesting training tracks. In addition, a reception will be held following the workshop. The workshop is nearby at the West Liberty Community Center, just off Hwy 6 in W. Liberty. It would be great

Joe Strummer Before The Clash: The 101'ers

2005-08-02T17:02:00.000-05:00

Joe Strummer Before The Clash: The 101'ers Really good NPR (!) story on the reissue of the 101ers Elgin Avenue Breakdown. You even hear a snippet of an early version of "Jail Guitar Doors" which I always thought of as a Mick Jones song. Music

August CC mtg, 8/4

2005-08-02T16:30:00.000-05:00

From: Jennifer Hemmingsen Reminder: The next JC Dems Central Committee meeting will be at 7 p.m. this Thursday, August 4, at SEIU Local 199, 102 2nd Avenue, Coralville. Open seats may be voted on. The Executive Committee meets immediately before the meeting at 6:30. All meeting are open to the public. See you there!-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please

Still slots left at the JC Fair

2005-07-24T22:05:00.000-05:00

From: "brian flaherty" STILL SLOTS LEFT! JC DEMS AT THE JC FAIR!This week is the fair, and I can already taste the porkburgers. But before Iget too far ahead of myself, we still need a few time slots for staffing theJC DEMS booth to be filled. So if youre not already signed up, pleasecontact me at flaherty_brian@hotmail.com or by phone at 400.2821 and sign upfor a

Culver event, IC 7/23

2005-07-19T16:40:00.000-05:00

From: "Jesse harris" Iowa Secretary of State Chet Culver will be visiting Iowa City this coming Saturday July 23rd. He will be participating in a discussion on issues affecting women and families. The event will begin at 2:00 pm at the Cottage Bakery & Café located at 14 South Linn St in downtown Iowa City. Please join us for a discussion of the 2006 gubernatorial

JCDems at the Jo. Co. Fair

2005-07-18T18:23:00.000-05:00

From: "brian flaherty" ***********************************************************JOIN YOUR FELLOW DEMOCRATS AT THE JOHNSON COUNTY FAIR!The summer of events rolls on with the wonderful Johnson County Fair comingup next week, from Monday July 25 Thursday July 28. The County DemocraticParty will have a booth their in one of the exhibition halls, and we coulduse

Andrew Stern in Coralville -- July 20

2005-07-17T19:25:00.001-05:00

From: "dleshtz@zeus.ia.net" Andy Stern, SEIU International President, is coming to town to show support for the professional and scientific staff who are building a union at the University of Iowa. He will attend and speak at a community picnic on Wednesday, July 20, in Morrison Park on 5th St. in Coralville, from 5-7 PM. Stern, whom the New York Times called "not your typical

Solon Beef Days Parade, 7/16

2005-07-17T19:25:00.000-05:00

SOLON BEEF DAYS PARADE - SATURDAY JULY 16, 9:00 AMCalling all Johnson County Democrats! Another great parade is coming upthis Saturday in Solon. Yes, the Solon Beef Days are upon us, and theirparade is something to be a part of. Please join myself and your otherfellow Johnson County Democrats and march with the Democrats, then stayafterwards for the. well, for the beef, I suppose.Here are the

No lunch with Dems, July

2005-07-08T17:08:00.000-05:00

From: David Redlawsk Friends,Due to travel schedules, and other events, I am not scheduling an "official" Lunch with Dems this month. I do expect to restart in August.Dave-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please send an email to petidomo@unifex.dyndns.org with the following line in the body of the message:unsubscribe jcdems-announce

Affirmative Action Comm. Report

2005-07-07T21:51:00.000-05:00

From: Jeffrey Fields The A-Team was busy in June!!!!Important Upcoming Dates:Thursday July 7th: Central Committee Meeting @ 6:30 pm@ JCDem Head Quarters, 102 2nd Avenue, Coralville (next door to SEIU Local 199)Thursday July 21st: A-Team Meeting @ 6:00 pm@ Iowa City Public Library, Meeting Room E (2nd Floor)Saturday July 23rd: Evert Conner Center ADA Celebration @ 12 noonOn

CC mtg, Thursday 7th July

2005-07-06T18:41:00.000-05:00

From: "brian flaherty" Thursday Night!Johnson County Democrats Central Committee Meeting w/ Guest Speaker MikeBlouin!With a brief vacation and the 4th I forgot that I told Sarah Swisher thatIwould get the notice out for the Central Committee meeting tomorrow. Myapologies to everyone for the late notice.There will be a regular meeting of the central committee tomorrow,

Oooopps! Johnson County Democrats Meeting Thursday, July 7

2005-07-06T18:39:00.000-05:00

Please post on the JC Dems Announce Listserve:Thursday Night!Johnson County Democrats Central Committee Meeting w/ Guest Speaker Mike Blouin!With a brief vacation and the 4th I forgot that I told Sarah Swisher thatI would get the notice out for the Central Committee meeting tomorrow. My apologies to everyone for the late notice.Anyways, there will be a regular meeting of the central committee

IC Council Member Regenia Bailey to hold office hours

2005-07-05T21:42:00.000-05:00

From: "Regenia Bailey" Regenia Bailey will hold office hours on Friday, July 8 from 4—6 p.m. at the Washington Street entrance of the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center in downtown Iowa City. No appointment is necessary. Citizens are invited to stop by and talk about community concerns and issues. To subscribe to electronic updates from Council member Bailey

CV 4th of July Parade

2005-06-28T17:22:00.000-05:00

From: "brian flaherty" *******************************************************Coralville 4th of July Parade!Join your fellow Democrats and march in the biggest parade of the year incelebration of Independence Day! The 23rd Annual Coralville 4th of Julyparade will be on Monday, July 4 at 10:00 AM. The route runs 2.5 milesthrough the heart of Coralville, with line-up

JCDems leadership dev. grp mtg 6/26

2005-06-25T11:41:00.000-05:00

From: "James Moody" The Johnson County Democrats’ Leadership Development GroupPlease Join Us For An Afternoon Of Information And NetworkingSunday June 26, 2005, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.At the Iowa City Public Library, Meeting Room AFamilies Welcome - An Area Of The Room Will Be Available For Reading And Quiet PlayRefreshments Will Be ServedFor More Information Please ContactJames

Lunch with Dems this Friday

2005-06-15T19:34:00.000-05:00

From: David Redlawsk Friends,June's Lunch with Dems is this Friday, June 17, Noon-1pm at Bo James, Washington St., Iowa City.Come join us for lunch and conversation. No agenda, just a chance to get together with fellow Dems to talk about whatever!For our June lunch, Rep. Mary Mascher and Rep. Vicki Lensing are our invited elected officials. Join Mary, Vicki, and the gang.

Pride fest parade, 6/18

2005-06-15T19:03:00.000-05:00

From: "brian flaherty" *******************************PRIDE FEST PARADE - SATURDAY, JUNE 18!Join your fellow Johnson County Democrats and march in the next parade ofthe summer, the 2005 Pride Fest Parade, over the noon hour on Saturday, June18!.Come line up for the parade at 11:30 AM at College Green Park in Iowa City,talk with elected officials, new candidates, and

Loebsack message

2005-06-12T08:29:00.000-05:00

From: David Loebsack Hi, everyone.I hope all is well. I just want to update you on my "testing of the waters."Since I last wrote, I have attended several Democratic events and spoken withscores more Democrats and others about the future of the district and the futureof the country.As recent polls indicate, Americans are less pleased with George Bush and hisRepublican

NL Parade this Friday

2005-06-09T17:04:00.000-05:00

From: "brian flaherty" NORTH LIBERTY FUN DAYS PARADE!Join your fellow Johnson County Democrats and march in the first parade ofthe summer on Friday, June 10 in beautiful North Liberty. Come line up forthe parade at 6:00 PM on Stewart and Cherry Streets in North Liberty, talkwith elected officials, new candidates, and old friends and fellowactivists.Again, the details:

Lunch with Dems, 6/17

2005-06-08T18:35:00.000-05:00

From: David Redlawsk Democratic Friends,Announcing June's Lunch with Dems, Friday, June 17, Noon-1pm at Bo James, Washington St., Iowa City.Come join us for lunch and conversation. No agenda, just a chance to get together with fellow Dems to talk about whatever!For our June lunch, Rep. Mary Mascher and Rep. Vicki Lensing are our invited elected officials. Join Mary, Vicki,

North Liberty Fun Days Parade, 6/10

2005-06-06T21:17:00.000-05:00

From: "brian flaherty" NORTH LIBERTY FUN DAYS PARADE!Join your fellow Johnson County Democrats for the first parade of the summer on Friday, June 10 in beautiful North Liberty. Come line up for the parade at 6:00 PM on Stewart and Cherry Streets in North Liberty, talk with elected officials, new candidates, and old friends and fellow activists.The parade is a fun one,

Neuzil Listening Post Schedule, June

2005-05-31T21:51:00.000-05:00

From: "Terrence Neuzil" (IOWA CITY IA) Terrence Neuzil, member of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors, will be holding Government and You listening posts in June. The listening posts are held weekly at different locations in and around Johnson County and provide residents an opportunity to discuss issues and have a conversation with Supervisor Neuzil. A list of dates

A-Team Update

2005-05-25T18:21:00.000-05:00

From: Jeffrey Fields Hey Dems,The A-Team met on Mayy 11th and is pushing forward with our various projects. This is a short note because my day job is requiring my day and night attention right now.Next Meetings: Wednesday May 25th @ 6 pm (TODAY !!!)@ Flannigan's Bar & Grill, 501 1st Ave, CoralvilleWednesday June 8th @ 6 pm@ the Rack Restaurant in Iowa CityJuneteenth Civic

Loebsack update

2005-05-20T20:25:00.000-05:00

From: David Loebsack Hi, everyone.I just want to update you on my recent activities and what I will be up in thenear future.First, I continue to be impressed by the seriousness of purpose of theDemocrats I encounter at every meeting I attend. There is no doubt that theactivists among us are eager for change in the second district and we are allanxious to find a strong

Quad City Fed. of Labor Golf outing and dinner 6/4

2005-05-19T16:33:00.001-05:00

From: "Marisue Hartung " QC Fed Tenth AnnualGolf Outing and Dinner DATE: Saturday June 4, 2005 PLACE: Glynn’s Creek Golf CourseScott County Park, Eldridge, Iowa Tee Times begin at: 10:06 a.m.Snacks & Beverages: 3:30 p.m.Dinner:

Final reminder: Lunch with Dems

2005-05-19T16:33:00.000-05:00

From: David Redlawsk Fellow JC Dems:This is your last reminder! Join us for Lunch with Dems tomorrow, May 20, from noon-1:00pm. We'll meet at Diamond Dave's in the Old Capitol Mall. Come prepared for good food (Dutch Treat of course) and great conversation with fellow Dems. Sheriff Lonny is joining us as our invited elected official. All are welcome, no need to RSVP, just

Grassley Town Hall Meetings

2005-05-17T16:45:00.000-05:00

From: "Lt. Governor Sally Pederson" Dear Friends,Senator Charles Grassley has scheduled a series of Town Hall meetingsacross Iowa between May 31st and June 1st. As chair of the SenateFinance Committee, Grassley will play a major role in creating and movingthrough any Social Security legislation put forth by the president. Weare confident that before doing so,

email change

2005-05-17T16:17:00.000-05:00

Dear all -In the next couple of days I will be phasing out my earthlink email address. Please change my personal address to cathboblet@gmail.com. Messages for the listserve can be sent to me there or at jcdems-announce@unifex.dyndns.org.many thanksCath-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please send an email to petidomo@unifex.dyndns.org with the following line in the body of the message:

Lunch with Dems this Friday

2005-05-16T19:39:00.000-05:00

From: David Redlawsk Friends,Our monthly Lunch with Dems will be this coming Friday, May 20, from Noon-1pm at Diamond Daves in the Old Capitol Mall (NOT Sycamore). Join us for lunch (Dutch Treat) and good conversation with no agenda. Sheriff Lonny Pulkrabek will be with us as our invited elected official. All are welcome!Dave-- To unsubscribe from this mailing list, please