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Northeast Democratic Club PO Box 50672 Los Angeles, CA 90050-0672 (323)254-1084 E-mail: info@northeastdemocrats.org Meetings: Every third Wednesday of the Month El Arco Iris, 5684 York Ave Los Angeles 7:00pm – 9:00pm
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Al C. Strange
President Mark Gonzalez 1st Vice Presdent Gemma Marquez 2nd Vice President Richard Marquez 3rd Vice President Carmela Gomes Recording Secretary Venita Strange Corresponding Secretary/Newsletter Colleen Colson Treasurer | What is a Democratic Club? A Democratic Club is an official association of local Democrats who come together to discuss, debate, and work to promote Democratic candidates and legislation in their city, town, neighborhood, or region. They can be geographically-based, in which case they focus on a broad spectrum of issues in the communities they serve. They can also be issues-based, with a focus on one or more topics, such as gay rights or environmental matters. Some clubs also have a strong social component. Read the rest ...  "The Northeast Democrat" -- June 2006: "Through Thick and Thin" The famous twentieth century wit Will Rogers once said, “I’m not a member of any organized political party…I’m a Democrat.” His words resonate in June, the month of the Democratic primary election. As is often the case, Democrats seem to be battling mightily among themselves. In Connecticut, insurgent Democratic candidate Ned Lamont is mounting a strong challenge to the renomination of incumbent US Senator (and former vice presidential candidate) Joe Lieberman. In California, consultant Marcy Winograd is making great strides in her campaign to deny renomination to Jane Harman, in a coastal congressional seat, in the South Bay. Both Lamont and Winograd are calling for an end to the Iraq War and a rapid withdrawal of US troops. So is Bob McCloskey, who is opposing incumbent Democratic Congressman Adam Schiff of Glendale. It is still too early to tell whether these candidacies presage the emergence of a coordinated anti-war movement within the party, but they certainly merit your attention in the days ahead. Read the rest ... "The Northeast Democrat" -- June 2006 This Issue of the Northeast Democratic Club's Monthly Newsletter Includes: "Through Thick and Thin"looks at the increaingly contentious primary battles and how Democrats have survived this and worse over the years. "Community Matters" recognizes Club officer Mary Garripoli and profiles Ed Turner, a promising Assembly candidate from the 48th AD. "Club News" discusses California Democratic Council plans for Los Angeles and recaps our final primary endorsement meeting. Click the "Downloads" button on the top banner to get the PDF file for this month's newsletter. "The Northeast Democrat" -- June 2006: Community Matters Edward Turner: Building Bridges AT THE LAST NEDC meeting, Bishop Edward Turner, candidate for the 48th Assembly District, shared his vision for “Building Bridges” in Los Angeles. Turner—who has lived and worked in the 48th District for the last 48 years after moving here from New Orleans as a child—is the senior field deputy for Lee Baca, the Los Angeles County Sheriff. He also serves as director of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Multi-Faith Clergy Council. Read the rest ... "The Northeast Democrat" -- June 2006: Club News LAST MONTH, Chris Stampolis, California Democratic Council president, appointed Club member Sharon Kyle as interim LA City East/Central Regional VP of the CDC. Sharon will be confirmed in her position at the next CDC Board of Directors gathering. Read the rest ... |
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