Santa Clara County Democratic Central Committee meeting, County Building Cafeteria, 70 W Hedding St, SJ. 7:00 PM. 408-445-9500. See the agenda, which will be posted 10 days before the meeting.
The SCCDP enthusiastically urges all Democrats to support many great non-profit community organizations by signing up for the Volunteer Center of Silicon Valley's Human Race. In addition to having a great day with hundreds of other Democrats, your participation raises money for non profit organizations that serve hundreds of thousands of people in need here in Santa Clara County. Details are on the downloadable registration form. To participate, download the form, fill it out, and find friends, family, co-workers, neighbors; anyone who will pledge to support you in helping raise funds for vital community programs (all participating organizations are listed on the Volunteer Center's web site www.vcsv.us , as are other details of the race). Help show that Democrats care about our community; sign up today. For more information on how to participate, email SCCDP Vice-Chair James Kim at vice-chair@sccdp.org.
How We Win in Red and Swing States, Featuring speaker Donnie Fowler, Runner-up to the DNC Chair, Native South Carolian, and Success Chair of Kerry-Edward's Michigan Campaign. Saturday, May 7, 2005 Noon-3 PM. Cost: FREE. Potluck lunch included, please bring a dish. 1137 Rollingdell Ct, Cupertino. RSVP: mayevent@ind-alchemy.com or call 408-446-8448.
Join us to hear Donnie Fowler, runner up to the DNC Chair, talk about How We Win in Red States. His talk will help us understand the Red and Swing State Presidential and Congressional organization and how it differs in these areas.
Donnie Fowler is a native of South Carolina. He led John Kerry's victory in Michigan as State Director. The State campaign set turnout records while pursuing aggressive, non-traditional strategies with religious and rural voters. The Michigan assignment was only the latest in an 18-year campaign journey across the country and back again. From 2001 to 2003, Fowler worked as Vice President of TechNet, a national policy and political network of information technology and biotechnology CEOs, senior executives, and venture capitalists. TechNet builds and maintains bridges between the country's top policymakers and leaders of the nation's tech communities. It is also the largest political fundraising organization in the technology world, raising millions of dollars each cycle for candidates and party committees. Fowler served as Al Gore's National Field Director from 1999-2000. From 1997-1999, Fowler served as a presidential appointee at the Federal Communications Commission in Washington, DC. In 1995 and 1997, he worked in the Clinton White House as a liaison to Congress.
With his widespread experience and personal knowledge of the challenges of Swing and Red States Donnie Fowler will bring us the insider perspective on grassroots success in Swing and Red States.
The talk with be followed by a question and answer session and breakout groups discussing activities we will do to support winning and fundraising for success in these all important States on the road to taking back the Presidency.
Sponsored by High Stakes. High Stakes focuses on taking back Congress in 2006 and the Presidency in 2008 through fundraising for targeted Senate Races in Swing/Red States.
RSVP: mayevent@ind-alchemy.com or call 408-446-8448. Please let me know the kind of dish you'll be bringing. Looking forward to seeing you in May.
The San Jose State University Transportation Solutions, the Transportation and Land Use Coalition, and the San Jose State University Urban Planning Coalition are hosting a forum on regional rail, covering major rail programs and projects affecting Santa Clara County.
On Track: The Present and the Future of Regional Rail in the South Bay, Thursday May 12, 6:30pm-8:00pm, Martin Luther King Jr. Library, Room 225-229. Admission is FREE.
Presentations include:
The Making of the Caltrain Baby Bullet: how to expand service and attract riders in light of economic difficulties
Capitol Corridor: plan to increase service to South Bay later this year
Dumbarton Rail Corridor: new transbay corridor planned between Fremont/Union City to the Peninsula and South Bay
BART Extension: Fremont to Santa Clara through Milpitas and San Jose
This forum will provide the public with an opportunity to review the various regional rail programs. Please join us for a lively discussion on this issue of vital importance.
Speakers & Panelists include:
Vice Mayor Cindy Chavez - City of San Jose, Valley Transportation Authority
John McLemore - VTA, Caltrain Joint Powers Board, Metropolitan Transportation Commission
Planning staff from Caltrain, Capitol Corridor, Dumbarton Rail, and Valley Transportation Authority will be on hand to answer questions.
This forum is co-sponsored by Associated Students Transportation Solutions, the Transportation and Land Use Coalition (TALC), and the SJSU Urban Planning Coalition.
For transportation information to the Martin Luther King Jr. Library, visit ts.sjsu.edu. Flyer of the event is available here.
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Transportation and Land Use Coalition (TALC)
TALC is a partnership of over 90 groups working for a sustainable and socially just Bay Area. We envision a region with healthy, walkable communities that provide all residents with transportation choices and affordable housing. The coalition analyzes county and regional policies, works with community groups to develop alternatives, and coordinates grassroots campaigns.
You are invited to Congressman Honda's Student Advisory Council's presentation on teen political involvement. Saturday, May 14, at the Los Gatos Town Council Chambers, 110 East Main Street, Los Gatos. 1:30 pm - reception with refreshments immediately following presentation. For more information, please visit (408)558-8085, or visit www.geocities.com/sac_0405.
The Peninsula Democratic Coalition, Democratic Activists for Women Now, Democracy For America, Moorpark Democratic Club, Silicon Valley Asian Pacific Democratic Club Cordially Invite You To An Evening With State Treasurer and Candidate for Governor Phil Angelides. Thursday, May 19th, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Los Altos Youth Center, 1 North San Antonio Road, Los Altos. Admission is free. For more information on this event, please call Jon Kessler at 408-373-5112, or Danielle James at 650-967-9397.
PDC Legislative Luncheon with Senator Joe Simitian on Saturday, May 21st, at Chef Chu's, 1067 N. San Antonio Road (at El Camino Real), Los Altos, 650-948-2696.
You are invited to a reception to celebrate Newly-Elected Democratic National Committee Vice-Chair Congressman Mike Honda. Hosted by: Margaret & Hsing Kung, 24036 Oak Knoll Circle, Los Altos, CA. Sunday, May 22, 2005, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Suggested contributions: $5,000 – Co-Chairs ¨ $2,500 – Hosts; $1,000 – Sponsors ¨ $250 - Supporter; $100 – Guest ¨ $50 – Democratic Club members. Please make checks payable to: “New Vision America”, FEC ID #C00375691. Please RSVP to Madalene Mielke at 202.547.6656 or madalene@arumgrroup.com. Authorized & Paid by New Vision America.