Next DFMC Meeting will be in January

Written by: Sharon Polidoro on Dec 4, 2006 7:42 PM EST

Linked to groups: Democracy for Montgomery County

I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season and will be rested and recharged for 2007.  There is much to do with the voting machine issue in early 2007.  More info will be coming soon about upcoming Democracy for Montgomery County activities and our next meeting. Stay tuned......

Robert Greenwald's Iraq for Sale

Written by: Sharon Polidoro on Sep 28, 2006 9:56 PM EDT

Linked to groups: Democracy for Maryland

Hi everyone,

As many of you know, Robert Greenwald's Iraq for Sale, a documentary about Haliburton and other war profiteers, is being released in October. Several DFA members around the state will be showing the film in their homes or at a local venue during the week of Oct 8- 14th.

Robert Greenwald takes you inside the lives of soldiers, truck drivers, widows and children who have been changed forever as a result of profiteering in the reconstruction of Iraq. The film uncovers the connections between private corporations making a killing in Iraq and the decision makers who let it happen.

Please take a moment and sign up for an event near you.
www.dfalink.com/search_iraqforsa...

Know someone who is frustrated by the war and this administration? -- consider bringing that friend, neighbor or even coworker. The movie will be accompanied by discusion and action items provided by Robert Greenwald, Brave New Films and DFA.

Thanks,

Sharon

Aug 17th Congressional District 4 Foreign Policy Debate

Written by: Sharon Polidoro on Aug 15, 2006 9:27 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Democracy for Montgomery County

CD 4 Foreign Policy Debate

7:30-9 PM Thursday, Aug. 17
Watkins Mill High School,
10301 Apple Ridge Road, Gaithersburg
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Al Wynn, Donna Edwards, and George McDermott - candidates for Congress confirmed

Sponsor: PeaceAction Montgomery
Cosponsor: Montgomery County Progressive Alliance.

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Congressional candidates in District 4 will debate foreign policy, with special reference to the Middle East. Find out what the candidates think about these issues and what they are willing to work for. A big crowd should impress upon the candidates the importance that we citizens place upon these issues. Plus, there will be an opportunity for questions from the audience.

District 4 is currently represented by Rep. Al Wynn. It covers parts of Montgomery and Prince George's counties.

Democracy for Montgomery County recently endorsed Donna Edwards in her race against Al Wynn. She is mounting an impressive challenge to an entrenched incumbent who has consistently voted for the war and for continued appropriations for the war. (To read more about Donna go to donnaedwardsforcongress.com/... )

Even if you do not live in District 4, please feel free to join us for this unique event where you can view all three candidates debating foreign policy issues.

For more info and directions (and to RSVP) see: www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=113...

Thanks,
Sharon

Jim Dean is coming to Baltimore Tomorrow!

Written by: Sharon Polidoro on Aug 2, 2006 7:59 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Democracy for Maryland

Change Wal-Mart, Change America Rally for Health Care
Thursday, August 3rd at 5:00 PM

Breoning Park
2875 South Hanover St.
Baltimore , MD 21225

The Change Wal-Mart, Change America bus tour will hit 19 states and 35 cities in 35 days. DFA Chairman Jim Dean, Former Congressman Kweisi Mfume, Congressman Ben Cardin, State Party Chairman Terry Lierman, and MD NOW President Duchy Trachtenberg will join YOU at this great rally event.

If you want to learn more about why Wal-Mart needs to change and how we are going to take back America from large corporations so we can have health care and economic security for all, then please join us at the health care rally to change Wal-Mart and change America.

RSVP at:
www.wakeupwalmart.com/ucp/expres...

ATT.net is blocking DFALink emails

Written by: Sharon Polidoro on Jul 30, 2006 9:11 AM EDT

Linked to groups: DFA-Link Organizers

Just sent out a meassage to my group and found it bounced by all the AT&T addresses, so it looks like they have set up a block. Can you check into getting that fixed? Thanks...this emailing stuff gets to be a pain, I'm sure...I appreciate you looking into this. :)

Reminder -- DFMC Picnic next Sunday

Written by: Sharon Polidoro on Jul 30, 2006 8:59 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Democracy for Montgomery County

Hi everyone,

I hope you all are enjoying summer or are at least busy with the 2006 campaign season!

I want to invite you all to our annual picnic that is just one week away. We are pleased to announce that our guest speaker will be Dave Paulson, Communications Director, Maryland Democratic Party.

He will be discussing what the Maryland Democratic Party is doing and will be doing in order to win back the Governor's Mansion and retain the Senate seat in 2006, as well as discussing some other key races.

This year our picnic will be at:

Wheaton Regional Park (Picnic Shelter G)
2000 Shorefield Rd. Wheaton, MD

Sunday, August 6th 1PM - 4PM

Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of food and conversation.

Burgers and hot dogs will be provided.
Suggested Donation: $5 / individual, $10 / family

Please bring a food item to share. (serve approx 8-10 people)

Last names beginning with:
A-E Beverages (non-alcoholic)
F-J Salads
K-M Side Dishes
N-S Appetizers/Snacks
T-Z Desserts


RSVP to usrosens@erols.com or sepolidoro@yahoo.com
or on DFALink.com
www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=981...



Hope to see you all there!

Sharon

'Endorsement' disputed

Written by: Sharon Polidoro on Jun 29, 2006 7:41 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Democracy for Maryland

The race for Paula Hollinger's State Senate seat gets interesting as two candidates, Rifkin and Zirkin vie for Ben Cardin's endorsement.

http://tinyurl.com/hewvb

I don't know much about this race but am curious about who will gain this seat.

DFAList Endorsements

Written by: Sharon Polidoro on Jun 15, 2006 9:16 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Democracy for Montgomery County

Hi everyone,

As you may have noticed, DFALink now has a "campaigns" section where candidates (once they have applied for a DFAList endorsement) can describe themselves and their campaigns. DFA activists can show their support for any campaign listed, thus helping their favorite candidates receive consideration for the endorsement from DFA.

Please take a moment to look through the Maryland candidates on DFALink and give your written support or volunteer for campaigns that you wish to support. (You can do that by searching candidates by state)

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Also, if there is a socially progressive, fiscally responsible candidate that is not listed that you think should be, please contact that candidate/campaign and have them apply for a DFAList endorsement and have them fill out a campaign form online on DFALink. DFA is relying on the grassroots to direct them toward candidates worthy of their endorsement.

DFMC will be also starting an endorsement process very soon and we will be drawing those endorsements from candidates that have listed their campaigns on DFALink. DFMC members who have been attending meetings throughout the year will receive an email questionaire/ballot. Please be sure that I have a current email address so that you'll receive a ballot.

Thanks for your time and enthusiasm. 2006 is turning out to be a HUGE election year in Maryland!

Sharon

June 7th DFMC Meeting -- All-County

Written by: Sharon Polidoro on May 30, 2006 9:15 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Democracy for Montgomery County

Annapolis Wrap-Up and 2006 MD House of Delegates and Senate Elections

We are pleased to announce that House Majority Leader Kumar Barve (D17) and Delegate Jane Lawton (D18) will be speaking to the group about the 2006 Session and about the upcoming elections and how these elections will affect the 2007 legislative session.

Wednesday June 7th at 7PM
Twinbrook Library in Rockville
Light refreshments will be provided.

Please RSVP at www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=857...

We hope you can all attend. Keeping a veto-proof majority in the Maryland General Assembly is vital in case Bob Ehrlich is re-elected. There are several seats across the state that are in danger of being lost due to being open seats and changes within those districts.

DFAList Endorsements

Written by: Sharon Polidoro on May 11, 2006 8:35 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Democracy for Maryland

Hi everyone,

As you may have noticed, DFALink now has a "campaigns" section where candidates (once they have applied for a DFAList endorsement) can describe themselves and their campaigns. DFA activists can show their support for any campaign listed, thus helping their favorite candidates receive consideration for the endorsement from DFA.

Please take a moment to look through the Maryland candidates and give your written support or volunteer for campaigns that you wish to support. Also, if there is a socially progressive, fiscally responsible candidate that is not listed that you think should be, please contact that candidate/campaign and have them apply for a DFAList endorsement and have them fill out a campaign form online on DFALink. DFA is relying on the grassroots to direct them toward candidates worthy of their endorsement.

Thanks for your time and enthusiasm. 2006 is turning out to be a HUGE election year in Maryland!

Sharon