Congratulations to all winners in Georgia's 2009 Run-Off elections!
Thank You to all voters for exercising your right to vote and make a difference in doing so.
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“SAVE THE DATE: April 16th-18th 2010
YDG Annual Convention Athens, Ga”
Still need more to be excited about? Here you go: We'll be taking over of Transmetropolitan pizza restaurant and bar, the Gubernatorial Forum, trainings, workshops, networking and fellowship with other YD’s from across the great state of Georgia! Not to mention...a VIP Reception on Sat. evening with state party leaders, candidates, YDG leadership donors, etc., happening in the brand new ballroom of the Tate2 Center at UGA!
The brand new, Leed certified eco friendly, Hotel Indigo in downtown Athens is definitely going to be where IT's at! Check it out: www.athensdowntownhotel.com Get your rooms reservedbefore March 17th, in order to get the room block. Prices will then go up an additional $55, after that date. So, make sure to reserve your space as soon as you can! Are you a Future Leaders Monthly Donor yet? If so, convention fees are half priced for members at the $10/mo level or above. Contact Daniel with any questions or interest in the convention atdfullerton@gmail.com
Web site coming soon... so stay tuned for more exciting details... meanwhile, SAVE THE DATE!
And in related news...
Future Leaders Monthly Donor Club - NEW PERKS!
- again, HALF OFF convention prices for ALL donors at the $10/mo level or above
Go HERE to sign up and donate!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Georgia House Democratic Women's Caucus - “A Celebration of Service”
Monday, December 7, starting at 6:30
The Punchline Comedy Club
280 Hilderbrand Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30328
- 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. VIP Reception
- 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Comedy Show & Reception
- Sponsorship Level
Platinum Level - $500
Gold Level - $250
Silver Level - $100
Individual Tickets - $50
Young Dems & Seniors - $25
To RSVP Please contact Tashieka Tucker atTashieka@gahousedems.com or at (678) 278-2104.
To be a member of the host committee please contact Charity Woods at charity@gahousedems.com or Erin Brown aterin@gahousedems.com
Young Dems of Hall County w/North GA MoveOn Council -HealthCare Vigil / Canned Food & Clothing Drive
Tuesday December 8, 7-8:30 pm
Rock Creek Park, Gainesville (across street from downtown public library)
YDHC is partnering with the North Georgia MoveOn Council, encouraging everyone who can, to attend this vigil. It's purpose isto shine a spotlight on the number of Americans in our communities who can't afford to pay the costs of their medical bills and are being forced into bankruptcy. We'll show the Senate that we can't afford to wait for change - and the pressure is on them to pass healthcare reform with a national public option this year.
*Please bring candles or flashlights, signs that say "We Can't Afford to Wait" or "Public Option Now". Canned Food & Warm Clothing also accepted for donations to families in need.
For more information, contact Al Turnell at pkx904@gmail.com
Young Dems of Dekalb - Voter Contact/Phone Bank
Tuesday December 8, 7-9 pm
Home of Elena Parent (Candidate for House District 81)
1771 Duke Road, Atlanta, GA 30341
*Bring your own cell phone as we identify Democrats in Dekalb!
Please visit us online for more information about YDD atwww.dekalbyd.org or email Dar'shun Kendrick, Communications Director, at communications@dekalbyd.org.
Young Atlanta Stonewall Democrats, Mid-Fulton Democrats, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Red Clay Democrats, and Young Democrats of Dekalb and Atlanta - "Progressive Holiday Party"
Tuesday December 8, 7 pm
Amsterdam Cafe
502 Amsterdam Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30306
Festive attire!
Theres is no cost to attend. We hope to see you all there!
9 To 5 Working Women Winter Social
Saturday December 12, 5:30-7:30 pm
Country Inn & Suites
759 Pollard Blvd
Atlanta, GA 30315
$10 suggested minimum contribution
The Collateral Consequences of Arrests and Convictions: Policy & Law in Georgia
Tuesday December 15, 4-6 pm (Reception immediately following)
Loudermilk Conference Center
40 Courtland Street
Atlanta, GA 30303
Georgia law and policy pose some of the toughest barriers in the nation to people trying to get their lives back on track after they have satisfied criminal charges or convictions.
With limited access to housing, employment, public assistance and civic participation, the odds of recidivism, poverty and homelessness are high. Oftentimes taxpayers are left footing the bill for these avoidable social and economic strains.
These are among the findings of a new Mercer Law School publication, Collateral Consequences of Arrests and Convictions: Policy and Law in Georgia. The publication is made possible by a grant from the Georgia Bar Association and the gift of time and talent by the authors.
We will learn more and explore potential strategies Georgia lawmakers could pursue to break down these barriers.
Panelists:
- H. Lane Dennard, Jr., co-author and retired litigation partner at King & Spalding
- Patrick C. DiCarlo, co-author and partner at Alston & Bird
- Douglas Ammar, executive director of the Georgia Justice Project
- Marissa McCall Dodson, staff attorney and principal of the Georgia Justice Project’s Coming Home program
Moderator:
- Milton J. Little, Jr., president, United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta
The event is free of charge and open to lawmakers, state, federal and local government officials, judges, attorneys, employers, low income housing providers, clergy, people working with ex-offenders, the homeless or vulnerable families and others who care.
RSVP at publicpolicy@unitedwayatlanta.org.
ACTION ALERTS
Demand the Public Option stay on the table. Visitwww.yeswestillcan.org and sign the petition today!
Take Action to make sure that the Public Option lives on. Visithttp://www.yda.org/content/402/the-dream-still-lives-take-action-on-health-insurance-reform to see what you can do to help, and sign the pledge!
UPCOMING YDG MEETINGS
GCSU Young Democrats meetings are every Monday 5:30-6:30 in the Student Activities Center, Maple A in Milledgeville
YDAtl meets the first Wednesday of the every month at Manuel’s Tavern. New Member Orientation begins at 6:30, and the meeting begins at 7:30.
Young Democrats of Cobb County meet twice monthly at various locations throughout Cobb County, please visit us on Facebook for upcoming meeting information.
Young Democrats of Hall County meet twice monthly (1st Wed. evening & 2nd Sat. afternoon of each month) location varies, (usually Panera or Inman Perk on the Square). Check us out HEREon Facebook for upcoming meeting information or contactydhc.ga@gmail.com.
Jane Bradshaw, YDG President, and Katie Milway, YDGExecutive Vice President, are available to speak to your chapter! Learn more about YDG, YDA, the Democratic Party, how a bill becomes a law, how to organize a successful event, or what’s going on in Georgia politics. Contact Jane atpresident@georgiayds.org and Katie at evp@georgiayds.org.
CAMPAIGNS
Mike Freeman for U.S. House of Representatives Georgia 9th District
Mike Freeman, of Gainesville, has entered the race for the 9th District Seat being vacated by Nathan Deal. Mike is currently the only Democrat in the race, facing 10 Republican opponents. Formal announcement of the campaign to be announced early next year. Mike is currently in need of volunteers to help do research, make phone calls, and schedule visits around the district as short term tasks. As the campaign develops, there will be opportunities for full and part time intern and staff positions. Please visitwww.freemanforcongress.org for more information, including contact.
Keith Gross for State House District 80 is looking for campaign volunteers and interns for our busy state house race in District 80. Toco Hills, Briarclif, Brookhaven, Ashford Dunwoody areas. Please visit www.keithgross.com or contact staff@keithgross.com to get involved.
Gail Buckner for Secretary of State is looking for Campaign Interns and Volunteers. Please call 770-473-9039 for more information! Visit us online at www.gailbuckner.com.
Simone Joye for Georgia Assembly House District 88 is looking for campaign volunteers and interns who live in our District (Stone Mountain/DeKalb, Stone Mountain/Gwinnett, Tucker, Lithonia and Lilburn). Email: joyeforthehouse@att.net if you are interested.
Ken Hodges for Attorney General seeks Campaign Finance Interns. Hours flexible. If you are interested in working with Democratic donors, love politics, and want real experience on a campaign, please send us your resume at dre@kenhodges.com orshannon@kenhodges.com.
DuBose Porter for Governor is looking for campaign volunteers. Email Steve Golden at steven.golden@youthocracy.org or visitwww.porterforgeorgia.com if you are interested!
David Poythress for Governor is looking for campaign volunteers. E-mail Trevor Southerland attsoutherland@poythressforgovernor.com or visitwww.poythressforgovernor.com if you are interested!
NOTICES
College Democrats of Georgia is seeking a webmaster to maintain and improve upon the website, atwww.collegedemsofgeorgia.org. If you are interested, please email Steve at steven.golden@youthocracy.org.
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