December 04, 2006

Noteworthy events this week

(thanks to Stace at Dos Centavos)

Tuesday, December 5

Americans United for Separation of Church and State features the Rev. Barry Lynn
Stages Repertory Theatre, D'Amico near Allen Parkway and Waugh Drive
6PM -- Refreshments and Registration
7PM -- Rev. Barry Lynn, author of Piety and Politics: The Right-Wing Assault on Religious Freedom

Books will be available for sale; Rev. Lynn will be available to sign books after program.
Bring $3 cash for parking.
Event is Free -- RSVP to HoustonAU@flash.net

Wednesday, December 6

Harris County Democratic Party Holiday Celebration

6PM to 8PM, at the Communications Workers of America Local 6222 union hall
1730 Jefferson Street (at the corner of Jackson St., downtown)
Hosted by Senator Rodney Ellis, County Commissioner Sylvia Garcia, Councilmember Ronald Green, and State Reps. Jessica Farrar and Garnet Coleman.

Please bring non-perishable food items for donation to a local charity, SEACH. We will also be collecting items suitable for sending to the troops in Iraq and Afghanistan for the holidays. We have received requests from them for decorations, party stuff, letters, holiday cards to the soldiers, cookies, candies, and toiletries of any kind.

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November 18, 2006

Liz Carpenter at ROADWomen, Tues., Nov. 21

ROADWomen (River Oaks Area Democratic Women) will host Liz Carpenter, former Press Secretary to First Lady Lady Bird Johnson, as featured speaker next Tuesday, November 21, at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church Parish Hall, West Alabama @ Woodhead.

Liz will tell us all about her new book, PRESIDENTIAL HUMOR. We invite all Democratic club members to be our guests.

Refreshments at 5:3O p.m.; program begins at 6:00 p.m. RSVP to roadie@roadwomen.com.

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November 15, 2006

Free screening of "Shut Up and Sing" Thursday, 11/16

The ACLU, the ACLU of Texas and the Weinstein Company invite you to a special screening of the new documentary about the Dixie Chicks, "Shut Up and Sing."

Join us Thursday, November 16th, at 7:00 PM at Landmark Theatre, 5 Greenway Plaza in Houston for the screening of this new documentary film. Afterwards, members can join us for a special reception with ACLU leaders and the filmmaker at Mykonos Restaurant at 9:30 PM at 2181 Richmond in Houston.

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October 31, 2006

November 4th Teach In - It's Worse Than You Think!

It's Worse Than You Think... Where is the Bush administration taking our nation? Why MUST it be stopped?

Join us for an interactive, educational,
emergency Teach-in!

Saturday, November 4th
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
University of Houston,
SEC Building, Room 201
Call 713-894-0932 for more information

Neither the full magnitude nor the staggering implications of the Bush regime are well understood. The Bush administration is currently seeking to dismantle our constituion and system of checks and balances. The Bush administration systematically lies about its actions, while the media allows them to frame the issues. The Bush administration lies about its agenda, while the media fails to accurately and fairly portray the actual state of things.

We currently face a grave emergency. The very nature of U.S. society and its relationship to other countries is being reshaped in a dreadful way by corrupt neocons before our very eyes. Yet the full implications of these sweeping changes are not widely understood, even among those who oppose the Bush administration. This MUST change!

YOU are cordially invited to join us for an afternoon of edifying education and insightful information. Everyone is welcome.

Join us for panels, speeches, networking, and lively discussion. We will also be presenting/screening footage from the Bush Crimes Commissions.

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October 06, 2006

Debates, brunches, and more events for this weekend

Katy Area New Democrats Candidate Appreciation Brunch & Candidate Forum
Saturday, October 7, 2006
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Cinco Ranch Public Library
2820 Commercial Center Boulevard
Katy, TX 77494

Nick Lampson, Candidate for U.S. Rep. District 22
Maria Luisa Alvarado, Candidate for Texas Lt. Governor
Dorothy Bottos, Candidate for State Rep. District 28
Hank Gilbert, Candidate for Texas Agricultural Commissioner

Visit www.katykando.org for more information.
Call 713-304-2975 or 713-269-7781 if you have any questions.

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Kay Bailey Torture is too scared to show up, but Barbara Ann Radnofsky and Scott Jameson, the Libertarian candidate will be present for the first US Senatorial Debate. Please come and participate, as we're told audience questions are permitted, and there's a reception for all candidates and supporters afterwards.

Satrurday, October 7: Radnofsky and Jameson, US Senatorial Debate
Location: Rice University, 117 Humanities, Houston
Time: 7 pm
Public welcome, reception afterwards for all at the Lovett House

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Gubernatorial Debate Watch Parties TONIGHT!
Around the state * Notify your friends and family * Take a friend!

Houston
Little Woodrow’s
4235 Bellaire Blvd
Call 713-524-0009 for more info

Dallas
Hamby's Bar and Grill
1510 Pacific Avenue
Call 713-524-0009 for more info

We also have info to share on these other events ...

More Gubernatorial Debate Watch Parties, tonight, in:

Austin
Texas AFL-CIO Headquarters
1106 Lavaca
Call (512) 477-6195 for more info

Denton
Hannah's Off The Square
111 Mulberry Street
Email jberthume@gmail.com for more info

Edinburg
Home of Aaron Pena III
1905 Ariel Lane
Email aaronpenaiii@hotmail.com for more info

Rosenberg
Fort Bend Democratic HQ
4800 Ave H. (Hwy 90a)
Call 281-238-9006 for more info

San Antonio
Bexar County Coordinated Camp. HQ
129 Goliad Road, Ste 129
Email RAMONASSOCIATES@aol.com for more info

Tyler
Smith County Democratic HQ
401 E. Front St.
Email party@smithdems.org for more info

The Texas Democratic Party is also sponsoring debate watch parties in the following cities across the state. If you are intersted in atending one of these events, call Jennifer Dean of the TDP at 512-478-9800. Events are scheduled for:

Bandera, Bullard, Cedar Hill, College Station, Edna, Graham, Hempstead, Huntsville, Hutto, Lancaster, Laredo, Leander, Mabank, and Waco

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Saturday October 7, 2006

Heights First Voter Registration Drive, Casa Ramirez Folk Art, 245 W. 19th St., "all day", to volunteer email ghdc@gmail.com

Precinct 222 Democratic Club Voter Registration, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, in Rice Village, Rice Blvd. @ Kelvin. Join us as we register voters and distribute candidate yard signs and materials. Candidates welcome throughout the day.

Kingwood Area Democrats Fall Luncheon & Candidate Forum, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, Kingwood Country Club, Pavilion, 1700 Lake Kingwood Trail, Kingwood. Join the Kingwood Dems for "Turn the 'Burbs Blue!" Fall Luncheon & Candidate Forum. For more information, contact Jenni Strader strader1@mac.com or Toni Medellin medellin@kingwoodcable.com or call 281-361-8209 or 281-361-8568.

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Sunday, October 8

Jim Henley Countdown to Victory Rally
3:00 pm - 5:30 pm, River Oaks High Rise, 3435 Westheimer in the Claremont Room
Jim Henley invites you to our COUNTDOWN to VICTORY RALLY! Bring your friends and family. For more information contact Aimee Mobley Turner- Aimee@Henley forCongress.com

Sixth Annual Fun Day in the Park and Meet the Candidates
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Karl Young Park, 7800 Stella Link near N. Braeswood

1. Dog judging: best in breed (any breed will do), mixed-up breed, cute, owner look-alike, and costumed canine.
2. Meet the candidates and (and dog show judges) in the November '06 elections.
3. Games and face painting for kids
4. Food Concessions
5. Blood Drive
6. Vendors (tables/2chairs available for $50.00 donation).
Admission is free
$15.00 dog entry fee
Donations welcome.
For more information, contact Sandy Steigerwald at 713 664 8083 or e-mail bssteiger@houston.rr.com

Kristi Thibaut Reception - Help Win District 133
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Home of Karen & Tom Wolff, 12214 Rip Van Winkle

Meet Kristi Thibaut Reception hosted by the Wolffs and Demarks. Enjoy wine & cheese. RSVP 713-461-3285. Suggested minimum donation $20. Help us win this crucial House race.

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October 02, 2006

David Van Os Whistle-Stop Tour Coming to Houston 10/18

David Van OsDavid Van Os is in the midst of his 254 county WHISTLE-STOP tour of Texas, and it is his desire to take his message to small town, rural Texas where he believes the roots of populism still survive. David’s 252nd Whistle-stop will be at the  Harris County courthouse at 1001 Preston on Wednesday, October 18 at 4:00 p.m

In the tradition of Jim Hogg, the PEOPLE of Texas will finally have representation in the courts when David is elected, and corporations will be held accountable for breaking the law. David has a unique ability to communicate dynamically and effectively with people of all political persuasions and those who ascribe to no particular political party. When elected as Texas Attorney General, David will restore state government to the people who rightfully own it and will truly represent all Texans as the PEOPLE’S LAWYER.

David was born and raised in Kilgore, Texas, attended the University of Texas on scholarship and received his law degree from UT in 1976. He has been named as Texas “Super Lawyer” by Texas Monthly Magazine in 2003, 2004, and 2005. He now owns his own law firm in San Antonio where he champions constitutional law, labor, and civil rights

big oilDavid will be discussing issues of relevance to Texans such as the Trans Texas Corridor and its impact on farmers/ranchers and the environment, the high price of gasoline, oil and gas company monopolization as well as insurance company monopolization and the high price of homeowner’s insurance in Texas. Ask David tough questions, and broadcast his answers on the air. You and your listeners will be impressed with David’s knowledge of these particular issues and others that directly affect Texans. He communicates with a straight shooting, firebrand oratory style that Texans appreciate and identify with.

If you would like to learn more about David and his historic Whistle-stop tour of Texas please visit his website at http://www.vanosfortexasag.com.

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September 28, 2006

Johnson, Rayburn and Feingold

Saturday night.

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September 19, 2006

Cohen and Wong to Debate

On October 12 at Rice University in McMurtry Auditorium, the Rice Young Democrats and Rice College Republicans will host Ellen Cohen, Martha Wong, and Mhair Dekmezian (who was invited at the request of the Wong campaign) for a debate for House District 134 in Houston. For ninety minutes, a panel of four Rice professors will ask the candidates questions about the race for the state legislature.

The debate is free and open to the public. Here's a map of Rice so you can figure out where to park. I'm looking forward to seeing you there.

What: State Legislative Debate between Ellen Cohen, Martha Wong, and Mhair Dekmezian

When: Thursday, October 12, 8pm

Where: McMurtry Auditorium in Duncan Hall, Rice University, Houston, TX

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September 12, 2006

HCDP’S ENTRY IN THE 38th ANNUAL FIESTAS PATRIAS PARADE, SPONSORED BY THE HARRIS COUNTY TEJANO DEMOCRATS

All Democratic clubs and activists are encouraged to march with the Harris County Democratic Party. Bring your club banners. Wear Democratic shirts and buttons, and comfortable shoes. Show the community just how many Democrats there really are in Harris County!

Saturday, September 16th, 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Parade route: Start on Texas @ Hamilton (Parade Route map, lineup map, number, rules and regulations will be mailed one week prior to parade).

Line up: 9:00 am (parade entry #, line up location will be included 1 week prior to parade)
DemKids: Make this a family event.


On September 16, 1825, the Republic of Mexico officially declared Diez y Seis de Septiembre its National Independence Day. Mexican Americans began celebrating fiestas patrias to reinforce their cultural links with each other and with Mexico. All are invited to participate.

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September 02, 2006

Your Labor Day Democratic Event Schedule

Democratic Headquarters in Clear Lake Grand Opening on Monday!

Join us for our grand opening of the Harris County Democratic Party satellite office in Clear Lake on Labor Day Monday Sept 4 from 5:00-7:00PM. Our special guests include Chris Bell for Governor, Barbara Ann Radnofsky for Senate, Nick Lampson for Congress, Shane Sklar for Congress, Sherrie Matula for State Representative and many more! Bar B-Q and drinks will be available. Donations will be gladly accepted! Parking will be tight, so park 1 block east at St Bernadette church.

The Harris County AFL-CIO Council and the Houston Gulf Coast Building and Construction Trades Council will be hosting the 2006 Labor Day Weekend BBQ Cook-Off Celebration, at the Pasadena Convention Center -- 7902 Fairmont Pkwy, Pasadena, Texas 77507. The Celebration will begin on Saturday, September 2nd and will conclude on Sunday, September 3, 2006. Rides, vendors and a petting zoo for the kids.

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August 26, 2006

Impeachment Town Hall Meeting Featuring Ann Wright

Impeachment Town Hall Meeting

Sep 4 2006 - 1:00pm

Sep 4 2006 - 5:00pm

Location
Resurrection Metropolitan Community Church
2025 West 11th Street
inside the 610 Loop, north of I-10, just west of T.C. Jester
Houston, TX, 77008
See map: Google Maps

Tired of high crimes & misdemeanors in the White House, but don't know what to do about them? 

On Labor Day, Sep. 4, join us for an

IMPEACHMENT TOWN HALL MEETING

with special guest and keynote speaker

ANN WRIGHT 

Learn how to support the US Constitution

and achieve (non-violent, of course) regime change here in the US.

Ann Wright is a veteran and former diplomat who resigned from the US State Department because of our invasion of Iraq.  She's a great speaker and very familiar with the lies leading up to the US invasion of Iraq and other impeachable offenses.

This is a non-partisan event.  The emphasis will be on the impeachable offenses committed by George W. Bush and Dick Cheney, how to talk with people about those offenses in a way that will help them understand the necessity for impeachment, and what we as citizens can and should do about it.  The goal is NOT to promote or bash a particular political party.

It will be in the Activity Building of the Resurrection Metropolitan Commmunity Church, where we had Cindy Sheehan's visit with the Bring Them Home Now Tour last year.

Mapquest map:  http://tinyurl.com/9hqfn

See below for Google map.

Protect the Constitution.  Restore American values.  Stop the lying, spying, and torture.

The program is still being worked out, so check back later for details.  Besides words from Ann Wright and some others, we plan to show some videos related to impeachment, and hope to have a workshop on how to talk with your friends, neighbors, and co-workers about impeachment from a postive point of view -- standing up for values we can all relate to, including supporting the Constitution, against torture, etc.

Ride the bus:
Metro bus routes that go directly to the site:  Nos. 48 and 40

http://www.ridemetro.org/Schedules_and_Maps/bus_routes.asp

Select either 40 or 48 to get the schedule and route map for those busses.

There is much at stake, and we need you to help save our democracy.
Note that this is Labor Day, a holiday for most of you.  After celebrating the gains we've made in this country because of organized labor, let's do some organizing to make sure our children and grandchildren can enjoy the benefits we've had from living in the US.  As citizens in a democracy, let's try to preserve what's left of it for them.

Tables & Literature
Progressive organizations are welcome to set up tables and/or to distribute literature to promote upcoming events and activities.

If you see counter-demonstrators, remember that we are people of peace, even if they do not understand what our government is doing to us and to the rest of the world.  Do not engage counter-demonstrators if they want to argue.  Smile and be friendly.

Help plan this event
Check the Progressive Action Alliance web site for more information

Event Sponsor:
Progressive Action Alliance

Event Phone Contact Information:
713-641-4941

Event Fee:
$5 suggested donation, no one turned away due to lack of funds

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August 22, 2006

Film: "The Time is Now" This Friday

Several groups are teaming up to present a film series of politically-oriented movies, and we hope you'll join us to relax and enjoy yourself while getting a chance to discuss important issues in an informal atmosphere, too.  Bring flyers for events you'd like to promote, too.

Feel free to forward this to others who may be interested -- it's open to all.

When: Friday, Aug 25, 6:30 - 9:30 pm (Fourth Friday of each month)

The August film is a new one called "The Time is Now" http://www.thetimeisnowthemovie.com/

The movie sheds light on episodes of American foreign policy that link our government to torture and other war crimes, and the arming and training of terrorists, both at home and abroad.  It connects these horrors to each of us, with an intimacy that is both comforting and at the same time unsettling.  "The Time is Now" heralds a new voice and a courageous new examination of America.  This searing political monologue exposes shocking discoveries in a way that is part plea, part confessional, and part outcry.  It emphasizes the need for a U.S. Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We'll have time for socializing (with refreshments) before and after each film, so you can visit with others while relaxing. Invite your friends and relatives who may not want to go to political meetings or protests, as we want these to be fun events.

A discussion will follow each film, for those who can stay.

The evening's schedule:

6:30 PM    Mix, mingle, munch, and mellow out with others. You are welcome to pass out flyers for your favorite issues, events, and candidates. You may bring drinks (BYOB) and food or snacks to share if you wish (not required, though).

7:30 PM    Movie begins - "The Time is Now" (78 minutes)

9:00 PM    Discussion on movie and how it relates to current events.

$4 suggested donation, no one turned away

Location for the August film:    Harris Co. Democratic Party Headquarters    1445 N. Loop West, Ste. 110,  Houston This is on the south side of the North Loop I-610, east of Ella Blvd (N. Loop exit 14). Turn into the first or second driveway after the IBEW sign.  There's free parking and it's wheelchair accessible.  The Democratic party is not sponsoring the movie, just letting us use the facility.

We may change locations for later films.  Check the web site below for updates and future film information.

For more details on the movie, or to download a flyer that you can download, print, and give to friends, go to http://progressiveactionalliance.org/ and click on the event title (Fourth Friday Flicks & Fun).  There is also a link to the movie web site in that notice, where you can watch a trailer for the movie online.

I hope to see you Friday night!

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August 15, 2006

The Perplexing World of Politics: a behind the scenes look at a political campaign

Featuring Jim Henley, Congressional Candidate for District 7

Jim Henley, an award-winning career educator, will speak about:

The Perplexing World of Politics
A behind the Scenes Look at a Political Campaign
Featuring Jim Henley: Congressional Candidate for District 7

Date: Sunday August 20
Time: 4 to 6 PM

Location: Bellaire Civic Center (See map: Google Maps, Yahoo! Maps)
7008 S. Rice, Bellaire, TX 77401

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August 13, 2006

Join the Galleria Democrats this Thursday

Join us for the Galleria Democrats meeting on Thursday 8/17 at the Magnolia Bar & Grill (Richmond at Fountainview). Let's meet at 6:30pm and we can eat (or drink) and listen to Marty Morrison talk about voter registration. This is your opportunity to be a deputy voter registrar for Harris County. Marty will give you the specifics.

I'll also have some info about precinct organization, i.e. how to obtain lists of Democratic and swing voters in your precinct etc. This will help "Get Out The Democratic Voters" in November.

Only 2 1/2 months until the election! See you on Thursday!

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August 10, 2006

Houston Peak Oil Conference, Sunday 8/13

Second Annual Peak Oil Mini-Conference
Houston, Sunday August 13, 1 p.m. -- 5:15 p.m. (Registration begins 12:30 p.m.)

First Unitarian Universalist Church, 5200 Fannin at Southmore

$10 donation, no one turned away for lack of funds. Space is limited, so please pre-register at the website. Discuss "How can we cope with peak oil?" with:

** Jeffrey J. Brown, independent geologist in the Dallas area, author of "What the mainstream media are not telling you about the run-up in oil prices" and "Texas and lower 48 oil production as a model for Saudi Arabia and the world"
** Alan S. Drake, a consulting engineer, former accountant, and professional researcher based in New Orleans and author of "The electrification of transportation as a response to the peaking of world oil production".
** Karl Pepple, City of Houston, Director of Environmental Programming
** Fred Yebra, Austin Energy, Director of Demand Side Management
** Chris Boyer, Vice President of Houston Renewable Energy Group, a non-profit organization for citizens

See Conference Agenda (.pdf) for a list of workshops. Sponsored by: Houston Peak Oil Progressives, First Unitarian Universalist Church Community Involvement Committee, Oil Patch Democrats, Houston Climate Protection Alliance and Harris County Green Party.

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July 26, 2006

AFL-CIO needs BBQ Judges Labor Day Weekend

Enjoy Fine Dining - Judge for Yourself

The Harris County AFL-CIO Council and the Houston Gulf Coast Building and Construction Trades Council will be hosting the 2006 Labor Day Weekend BBQ Cook-Off Celebration.  The event will take place at the Pasadena Convention Center – 7902 Fairmont Pkwy, Pasadena, Texas 77507.  The Celebration will begin on Saturday, September 2nd and will conclude on Sunday, September 3, 2006.

Judges are needed to taste and rate the fine cuisine cooked by the BBQ Cook-Off Teams.  The judging begins with the “Open” category on Saturday at 1:00 p.m., “Chicken” at 3:00 p.m., and “Ribs” at 5:00 p.m..  The judging will conclude on Sunday, with “Beans” at 12:00 Noon and “Brisket” at 2:00 p.m.  You can select one or more categories to accommodate your schedule.  If you would like to join in this fine dining, please contact Rick Lord at 713-869-3592 to reserve your time slot .

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July 22, 2006

OPEN MEETING of the ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVE OF THE HOUSTON REGION DEMOCRATS

Monday July 31, 2006 at 1445 West Loop [Ella Exit] Suite 110                 6 PM Open end by 8 PM

AGENDA: Workshop on public health measures for environmental and public health management in Harris County. At least one public health professional is expected to be present and participate in the discussion and planning.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR AND PREPARE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE AUGUST AIR QUALITY TOWN HALL MEETING: August 23, 2006, 6 pm - 8 pm, 1022 Mercury Dr, Jacinto City TX 77029, [Milton Lusk Activity Center]

MARK YOUR CALENDAR AND PREPARE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE AUGUST AIR QUALITY TOWN HALL MEETING: August 23, 2006, 6 pm - 8 pm, 1022 Mercury Dr, Jacinto City TX 77029, [Milton Lusk Activity Center]

Hosted by County Commissioner #2 Sylvia Garcia [713-924-3975] and State Representative 143 Ana Hernandez [713-675-8596].

Our public representatives are already working on the 2007 environmental legislative agenda. They need to hear from us verbally and in writing.  Bring YOUR specific concerns, ideas, plans or actions wanted. TREAT THIS IS A POLITICAL TRAINING OPPORTUNITY for Precinct Chairs, candidates, clubs or organizations to play active roles in managing our governance.

Prepare to Submit a specific, concise written request/idea/action related to ENERGY [transportation, petrochemical plants, and power plants], air quality, and public health. PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF ANY APPROPRIATE  ENERGY, AIR QUALITY, OR PUBLIC HEALTH RESOLUTION THAT PASSED YOUR PRECINCT CONVENTION, SENATORIAL DISTRICT CONVENTION, OR HARRIS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY AND relevant city or county health budget numbers to your 1-2 minute verbal presentation.

You get to tell your short story. And, Your written material can be used by our representatives to craft what we want to protect our communities. [Many Air quality issues are regional in nature, so politically speaking,  Send a copy to Mayor White and his Environment and Public Health Committee to keep them 'in the information loop'.

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ROADWomen Fork in the Road Banquet

River Oaks Area Democratic Women
4th Fork in the Road Banquet
in recognition that
“Well-behaved Women Seldom Make History”
-Laurel Thatcher Ulrich
To benefit Democratic candidates for public office
Saturday, August 19, 2006
7:00 P.M.
The Westin Oaks Hotel
5011 Westheimer
Houston, Texas

Download the Flyer (pdf)

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July 18, 2006

Labor and Working Conditions Workshop - 7/22

HCDP Workshop July 22nd, 9 am-1:30pm

Fifth  in a Series of Interactive Workshops created to energize and inform concerned citizens by helping them better understand the Democratic perspective on provocative issues of the election year.

Contact info:
RSVP:  713-802-0085, hcdp@hcdp.org, or murvin@gmail.com

 

Location: Harris County Democratic Party Headquarters, 1445 N. Loop W @ Ella Blvd. #110, 713/802-0085  www.hcdp.org

Keynote speaker: Richard C. Shaw, Secretary-Treasurer, Harris County AFL-CIO.

Future Workshop topics :

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Henley Fundraiser and Film Screening with Susan MacDougal

HenleyJim Henley Fundraiser and Film Screening

featuring

The Hunting of the President

with special guest

Susan McDougal

Thursday, July 27, 2006

7:00 PM at River Oaks Theater

Ticket Prices: Reserved $100

Preferred $50 / General $25 / Students $10

Reserved tickets receive special seating and entry into a private reception with Susan McDougal at La Griglia following the film.

For tickets click here or call 713-527-0234

 

Hunting of the President Official Movie Site

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July 10, 2006

HCDP Brownbag tomorrow

Join us on Tuesday, July 11 at noon for the Harris County Democratic Party's Brown Bag Lunch: Labor Leaders Discuss Issues Facing Working Men and Women.

Richard Shaw, Harris County AFL-CIO and Ruby Jensen, Vice President of CWA Local 222, will lead the discussion about minimum wage, immigration and the challenges facing the labor movement.

Bring your lunch, the HCDP provides the soft drinks. See you there!

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July 09, 2006

What a week!

Last week was so busy that I haven't had time to report on the many events I was involved in, so I'm going to try to play catch up here. See below the fold for more on

A conference call on HB1 and Education with led by Sherrie Matula 7/6

Sherrie Matula (candidate for State Representative, district 129) led a conference call attended by many bloggers and candidates on the negative impact of HB1. She was joined by Fellow State Representative candidates Chad Khan (district 126) , Diane Trautman (district 127), Ellen Cohen (district 134).

The consequences are dire, with the potential to bankrupt school districts, dissolve local control and devastate teacher morale. Check out these summaries of the conference from Brains and Eggs and Musings.

Fort Bend going away party for Tom DeLay 7/7

Friday night, Fort Bend Democrats held a going away party for Tom DeLay. Coming on the heels of the Sparks ruling that DeLay must stay on the ballot, there was a lot of interesting speculation about how the District 22 race will play out. It was encouraging to hear from Nick Lampson that his fundraising has been just as successful since DeLay tried to withdraw as it has been all along. See these photos and blog reports at

The HCDP Yellow Dog Fundraiser with surprise guest Jesse Jackson 7/8

The HCDP Yellow Dog Fundraiser was Saturday night. Gordon Quan was the emcee and Phillip McNutt and Melissa Taylor put on a great party and silent auction. Elected officials pictured and candidates attended and a good time was had by all.

Those of us that stayed until the bitter end were treated to a surprise appearance by none other than Jesse Jackson.

Read more about it at Brains and Eggs and Dos Centavos

 

Blogger meetup with Chris Bell 7/9

Last night, several bloggers were treated to a get together with Chris Bell. Chris' big issues in the campaign are

Progressive Texan liveb logged the whole thing. Musings and Dos Centavos have great wrap-ups and picture of yours truly blogging away.

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Harris County Tejano Democrats Officer Installation & Membership Drive

Thursday, July 13 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Harris County Tejano Democrats
Officer Installation & Membership Drive

You won't want to miss this Party!
Join us and bring your friends to join!


Hamburgers and Hot Dogs

&

Cash Bar


**10TH ROAST & TOAST IS COMING IN OCTOBER**
HONORING JANIE & FRUMENCIO REYES

Event Fee: *Membership Dues $25 (it's free if your membership is paid for 2006)

Janie & Frume's Casa
502 Highland
Houston, TX
713-862-6121

See map: Google Maps, Yahoo! Maps

Download flyer at Harris County Tejanos.pdf

Tejano Officers for 2006 - 2007

Armando Walle, Chair

Claudia Flores Rodas, Vice Chair

Lenora Sorola-Pohlman, Treasurer

Belinda Castro, Secretary

Gabriella Cortazar, Sergeant at Arms

Janie Reyes, Parliamentarian

Frumencio Reyes, Jr., Legal Advisor

Jenny Marquez, Youth Chair

Jose Rivera, Youth Vice Chair

Tanya Makany, Youth Treasurer

Janette De Los Santos, Youth Secretary

John Gavidia, Youth Sergeant at Arms

Sandra Puente, Youth Parliamentarian

The Honorable Ana Hernandez, Youth Legal Advisor

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July 05, 2006

HCDP's Year of the Yellow Dog Celebration

Year of the Yellow DogThe Harris County Democratic Party invites you to celebrate the Year of the Dog...Democrat style!  Chinese dinner will be served, including vegetarian dishes.  Music. Entertainment.  Silent auction.  Cash bar.

Purchase your tickets online now! (we need a head count for food!!)

Download the event flyer here.

Saturday July 8, 2006
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Kim Son Restaurant, 2001 Jefferson @ Chartres, 2nd floor, Downtown Houston
Additional Parking behind Restaurant

6:00-7:00 pm: Cocktail Hour and BUY BLUE Silent Auction
7:00-7:30 pm: Seating and Entertainment
7:30-9:30 pm: Dinner and Program

Tickets, per person:

Contact Sponsorship Coordinators: kellen.wilson@sbcglobal.net, 281-660-7294 or john.cobarruvias@bayareanewdemocrats.org, (281) 486-5203.

RSVP by purchasing your tickets before the event (please help us plan for food!).  We expect a large crowd at this event.

 

Payment Options: 

The HCDP encourages you to pre-pay for your tickets to this event.  Those purchasing their tickets in advance will enjoy an abbreviated registration line.

  1. You may send your check (payable to HCDP) to 1445 North Loop West, #110, Houston, TX 77008. 

  2. You may also purchase your tickets online with a credit card at www.hcdp.org or call 713-802-0085 with your credit card info.

 Contact Phillip McNutt, Event Chair, phillipmcnutt@democracyforhouston.org, with any questions or if you would like to volunteer.

 

BUY BLUE SILENT AUCTION:  Year of the Yellow Dog Celebration

Contribute to the success of the Year of the Yellow Dog event by donating silent auction items. 

To donate silent auction items:

NOTIFY US:        Let the HCDP know what you are donating in advance of drop off so we know what to expect.  Please contact Buy Blue coordinators:  Leslie Taylor (lctaylor@earthlink.net) and Jennifer Sanders (jsand2911@hotmail.com).

DROP OFF:        HCDP HQ, 1445 North Loop West, Ste 110, Houston (near 610 North Loop & Ella)

OFFICE HRS:     10 am - 4 pm, Monday through Friday.

DEADLINE:       Thursday, July 6th.  We must get everything in order for the event on Friday, July 7th.

See you on Saturday!

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June 29, 2006

Important Metro Meeting Tonight

From Robin Holzer:

What:           Universities line "scoping" meeting -- open house

When:           Thursday, June 29 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm

Where:  Holiday Inn Select, 2712 Southwest Fwy, Houston, 77098.
                Call (713) 739-4018 for more info.
 
Regards,
Robin Holzer
Chair, Citizens' Transportation Coalition
http://ctchouston.org

About CTC: The Citizens' Transportation Coalition is an all-volunteer grassroots transportation advocacy organization. We envision transportation solutions that improve quality of life. Formed in 2004, we are interested in transportation planning issues and opportunities across the 8-county Houston region.

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June 27, 2006

Meet Galleria Area Democrats Thursday

Galleria Area Democrats are organizing! Their first meetup is Thursday 6/29 at Magnolia Bar and Grill on Richmond and Fountainview beginning at 6:30.

Scott Brann (candidate for State Rep. Dist. 136) and a representative from Jim Henley's (candidate forUS Rep. Dist. 7) campaign are among the expected attendees.

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June 25, 2006

A Few Photos From Yesterday's Pride Festival

Ellen Cohen vs. Martha Wong

This Log Cabin Republican's Shirt Says it All

Democracy for Houston's Booth

Democracy for Houston's Voter Registration Drive


West Houston Democratic Club Banner

Road Women's Float

Dot Nelson-Turnier Getting Ready to March

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June 23, 2006

Pride Parade Tomorrow

PRIDE PARADE ENTRY, SPONSORED BY ROAD WOMEN & MONTROSE AREA DEMOCRATS

Saturday, June 24th, 2006
Parade is expected to last from 8:45 -11:00 pm
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Line up: 1900 block of Kipling, near Hazard and Kipling
Decorate float: 7:00 pm
Line up: All clubs/banners/walkers must be in place no later 7:30 pm
Water: Bring your own!  It will be hot!

IDEA:   You may consider dropping your car off at the disassembly area at the end of the parade route (Lovett & Montrose).  We will be tired after walking!

NOTE:   There will be no place on the float for riders, so all participants must walk the parade route.

Show Your Pride!  The nationally acclaimed Houston Gay Pride Parade is right around the corner.  HCDP is planning a wonderful entry for this fun NIGHT parade! We need volunteers and resources to make this years entry extra special. HCDP will have a walking entry so all Democratic clubs are encouraged to bring their banners, wear their club t-shirts and glow-in-the-dark necklaces, and have a great time. Our entry will be led by energetic cheerleaders in keeping with the parade them of "Say It Out Loud" and followed by a decorated pick-up truck. Our cheerleaders will lead cheers along the route and we'll be throwing Pride Parade approved items to the assembled throng.

We need your help and valuable ideas to make this year's entry a rousing success. If you can help, please contact Marianna Cline, Montrose Area Democrats, at mcline1227@aol.com or (713) 203-7659.  If your club plans to participate, please RSVP to Marianna.  If each of the 40+ clubs sent 3 members to march in the parade, the HCDP entry would include over 120 Democrats!

Immediate needs include:


Bring Mardi Gras beads to throw.   Many thanks to ROADWOMEN for sponsoring the HCDP entry and Montrose Area Democrats and Max Beauregard for sponsoring the float.

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June 15, 2006

Chris Mooney (author of "The Republican War on Science") speaks here June 22


Science has never been more crucial to deciding the political issues facing the country. On a broad array of issues, however, science and scientists have never had less influence with the federal government than today.

In The Republican War on Science, Chris Mooney ties together the disparate strands of the attack on science into a frightening account of our government’s increasing unwillingness to distinguish between legitimate research and ideologically driven pseudoscience.

Thursday, June 22 | 7 p.m. | Emerson Unitarian Church (1900 Bering Drive)

Mooney's evening lecture will expose the religious right’s dangerous War on Science. Come hear how you can help counter attacks against stem cell research, evolution and sex education. This event is free and open to the public. Mooney will be available after the presentation to sign copies of his book.

The 2006 Faith & Freedom Speaker Series brings discussion of important issues at the intersection of culture, religion and politics to communities across Texas. The Texas Freedom Network is pleased to offer all of these evening lectures free of charge.

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June 14, 2006

David Van Os Citizens' Filibuster for Freedom, Juneteenth (6/18 and 19), Galvesto

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Perry Dorrell 713-569-4714
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June 19, 2006, will be the 141st anniversary of the arrival of the news of the Emancipation Proclamation to the shores of Texas (through Galveston on June 19, 1865).

David Van Os will mark the occasion by conducting a marathon Citizens' Filibuster for Freedom in Galveston on June 18 and 19.

"One of America's greatest presidents, Abraham Lincoln, struck an everlasting blow against tyranny when he issued the Emancipation Proclamation to liberate America from the scourge of human slavery. Today another president, disgracing the Republican Party name under which Lincoln got elected, and even worse, disgracing the Texas legacy that he claims, is establishing tyranny as governmental policy through actions such as unconstitutional wiretapping, prisoner torture, lying the nation into war, and helping corporate robber barons prey on the people.

Here in Texas, the junior partners that he left in charge in Austin follow their leader by looking the other way in response to these depredations. We the people of Texas demand respect for our rights and liberties.

Let your defiance of tyranny be heard. Join me in the Citizens' Filibuster for Freedom on June 18 and 19 in Galveston."

12:00 Noon, Sunday, June 18
Filibuster begins at Galveston City Hall, 823 Rosenberg Street, and continues all night

8:30 a.m., Monday, June 19
Attend the reading of the Emancipation Proclamation at Ashton Villa, 2328 Broadway Street

11:00 a.m., Monday, June 19
Join David in the Juneteenth Parade, beginning at 26th Street, two blocks from City Hall

http://dvowhistlestop.blogspot.com/2006/06/juneteenth-filibuster-for-freedom.html

http://www.houstondemocrats.com/archives/2006/06/citizens_filibu.html

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June 12, 2006

Radnofsky “Twinkie Tour”

For Immediate Release
Media Advisory
June 12, 2006

Radnofsky “Twinkie Tour” 

Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Barbara Ann Radnofsky stops in South Texas to showcase gifts for opponent

Houston, Texas.  Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Barbara Ann Radnofsky will travel across South Texas beginning on Thursday, June 15 and will showcase a variety of gifts to her opponent at press conferences and receptions in Victoria, Refugio, Corpus Christi, Falfurrias, Mission, Brownsville.

At Radnofsky’s convention speech on Saturday, June 10, 2006, she presented a Virginia tote bag which will be given as a gift for her opponent, containing two cans of Alaskan wild salmon. The tote bag is intended as a useful item given her opponent’s recent decision to leave Texas and establish her main residence in Virginia. The Alaskan wild salmon was a thank-you from Alaskans for the vote that she cast on the transportation bill which benefited Alaska and shortchanged constituents in Texas.

Radnofsky promises several new gifts in the tote bag for her opponent, including Hostess Twinkies as mementos of the senior senator’s hostess activities for Tom DeLay and the corrupt K Street Project. Radnofsky will also discuss the efforts of South Texas veterans to obtain a needed veterans’ hospital, and present her opponent with mementos of her efforts to obstruct construction of the hospital. Radnofsky will discuss the issues Texans care about including the costs of corruption, health care, education, immigration, and veterans’ affairs.

Each event will feature a question and answer section. Media are invited to attend.

Barbara Ann’s Schedule: 

 
Thursday, June 15 
Event: Victoria Fundraising Reception 
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. 
Location: Democratic Party Headquarters, 1505 S. Laurent, Suite B, Victoria

 
Event: Fundraiser for Barbara Ann hosted by th