The Spirit of Howard Dean

Written by: Ed Terry on Jun 26, 2007 10:43 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Democracy for Maryland

It's been almost four years since we coalesced around a dynamic progressive
voice - Howard Dean. His campaign for the Presidency ignited a flame of
conscious within many of us. And in the intervening years, the glow of that
flame has led many of us down a path of civic engagement and activism for
the progressive cause. It truly is amazing that after all this time - we
are still connected and working toward our shared goals.

As you are well aware, Governor Dean's campaign has evolved into the
Democracy for America movement and DFA was very active in Congressional
races throughout the country this past election cycle. It's financial and
managerial contribution certainly benefited many winning candidates who
contributed to the change of power on Capitol Hill. If you were like me,
small dollar contributions (also referred to as Dean Dollars) went to
progressive candidates in Connecticut, Pennsylvania, California and
Virginia. Plus, we have a presidential campaign to support!

This coming cycle, we can be much more focused on key Congressional races.
Not only must we boost the presence of progressive candidates, we also must
hold our own incumbents to the same standards we have applied for
perspective candidates seeking our help. We have a Congressional race here
in Maryland that warrants our attention - Donna Edwards' primary
challenge against eight-term Congressman Albert Wynn.

Wynn's record of voting for the bankruptcy bill, for forcing Terri Schaivo
to live on a machine, for the war in Iraq, for big corporate energy, for
gutting the endangered species act, and other votes for the Bush policies
certainly do not reflect the vision professed by candidate Howard Dean that
drew us together in the first place. As we look for places to invest our
dollars to make America more socially progressive and fiscally responsible,
we should look in our own backyard.

The reporting period ends June 30th. A donation of $10, $25 or $100 can
certainly help boost Donna Edwards' campaign. Donna came within 3,000 votes
of beating Al Wynn last election - all on a shoestring. Wynn is looking to
corporate America to build his war chest and the press is certainly aware of
the obstacles that face any challenger in this election. Let's help turn
the tide of conventional wisdom. Maryland should produce its own Ned
Lamont. Please take a moment to make a small contribution (or a large one
if you can!) The spirit that brought us together in the first place is as
vibrant as ever - and we could find no better reflection than in Donna
Edwards.

Please visit Donna Edwards' website and make a donation via ActBlue:
http://www.DonnaEdwardsforCongress.com/

Also, please ask Democracy for America to endorse Donna's campaign for
Congress. Contact thughes@democracyforamerica.com or call 802-651-3200.

Thank you and I look forward to working with you as we take back America.
We have the power!

 

Maryland's Lierman Steps Down as Party Chairman

Written by: Ed Terry on May 12, 2007 11:21 AM EDT

You may know Terry Lierman as Howard Dean's National Finance Chairman back in the day.  For the past two and a half years, Terry has served as Chairman of Maryland's Democratic Party and has been transformed the party from a peripheral organization that hosted fundraising dinners and printed sample ballots to a vibrant channel of the electorates' activism - culminating in the 2006 Coordinated Campaign and the dramatic Democratic election gains seen in every county in Maryland.

Much of the credit goes to Terry Lierman. He provided the Party with unprecedented resources and skilled staff. His commitment to each jurisdiction in Maryland was not only evidenced by the odometer on his car, but the results at the ballot box. Democrats enjoyed victories in Southern Maryland and the Eastern Shore, as well as revitalizing traditional Democratic strongholds. The party's work on precinct organization and resource sharing allowed our candidates to focus on reaching voters. Across Maryland, old deceitful tactics and voter suppression antics of the other side seemed to backfire at every opportunity.

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April Meeting

Written by: Ed Terry on Apr 16, 2007 11:38 PM EDT

Linked to groups: Roosevelt Democratic Club

Our next general meeting is this Friday, April 20th at 7:30 pm. Our guest that evening will be the Chairman of Prince George's County Democratic Central Committee, Mr. Terry Speigner. Mr. Speigner will discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the county's Democratic Party as we approach the 2008 elections. All residents of the community are welcome to attend.

The Roosevelt Club meets in the Terrace Room of the Greenbriar Community Center in Greenbelt.

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Attend Progressive Cheverly Meeting on November 2!

Written by: Ed Terry on Oct 24, 2006 11:42 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Progressive Cheverly

Dear Member,

Please attend Progressive Cheverly Meeting on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 7:00 PM. You can RSVP at:

www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=149...

What: Progressive Cheverly Meeting
When: Thursday, November 2, 2006, 7:00 PM
Where: Judith Hoyer Early Childhood Learning Center
2300 Belleview Avenue (Belleview entrance)
Cheverly MD 20785

Attend Schools CEO, Dr. John Deasy on November 17!

Written by: Ed Terry on Oct 24, 2006 11:28 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Roosevelt Democratic Club

Dear Member,

Please attend Schools CEO, Dr. John Deasy on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 7:30 PM. You can RSVP at:

www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=149...

What: Schools CEO, Dr. John Deasy
When: Friday, November 17, 2006, 7:30 PM
Where: Greenbriar Community Center
7600 Hanover Parkway
Greenbelt MD 20770

Attend Food, Friends & Franchot on October 26!

Written by: Ed Terry on Oct 15, 2006 10:12 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Prince George's - Democracy for America

Dear Member,

Please attend Food, Friends & Franchot on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 7:00 PM. You can RSVP at:

www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=146...

What: Food, Friends & Franchot
When: Thursday, October 26, 2006, 7:00 PM
Where: Home of Ed Terry
6011 Forest Road
Cheverly MD 20785

Attend Food, Friends & Franchot on October 26!

Written by: Ed Terry on Oct 15, 2006 8:54 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Democracy for Maryland

Dear Member,

Please attend Food, Friends & Franchot on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 7:00 PM. You can RSVP at:

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What: Food, Friends & Franchot
When: Thursday, October 26, 2006, 7:30 PM
Where: Home of Ed Terry
6011 Forest Road
Cheverly MD 20785

Attend Food, Friends & Franchot on October 26!

Written by: Ed Terry on Oct 15, 2006 8:47 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Prince George's - Democracy for America

Dear Member,

Please attend Food, Friends & Franchot on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 7:30 PM. You can RSVP at:

www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=146..." title="www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=146..." target="_blank">www.dfalink.com/event.php?id=146...

What: Food, Friends & Franchot
When: Thursday, October 26, 2006, 7:00 PM
Where: Home of Ed Terry
6011 Forest Road
Cheverly MD 20785

April Meeting

Written by: Ed Terry on Apr 5, 2006 1:22 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Roosevelt Democratic Club

The April meeting of the Roosevelt Club is Friday, April 21st at 7:30 pm. Our guests will be Democratic candidates for US Senate Kweisi Mfume and Ben Cardin. The Roosevelt Club meets in the Terrace Room of the Greenbriar Community Center in Greenbelt. All interested Democrats are welcome.

Visit our website for details and directions:
www.RooseveltClub.org

Bowie Baysox AA Baseball Outing
Join our friends from the Gov. Oden Bowie Democratic Club for a fun evening of food, baseball and fireworks as the Bowie Baysox battle the New Britain Rock Cats. Friday evening, June 23rd. Picnic begins at 5 pm. Proceeds of the event benefits your clubs in this important election year. For tickets, see one of your club's officers. Bring the family out for a night of fun!

Progressive Cheverly Meeting Thursday

Written by: Ed Terry on Apr 5, 2006 1:17 AM EDT

Linked to groups: Prince George's - Democracy for America

Our April Meeting will be this Thursday at the Hoyer Early Learning Center on Belleview Avenue. The Meeting begins at 7 pm. Our guest is Prince George's County Board of Elections Vice-Chair Carl Rubble. Carl will conduct the required training to enable all participants to become certified Voter Registration volunteers. One must be so certified to register voters in Maryland.

See you Thursday!

For details and directions, visit the website:
www.ProgressiveCheverly.org