Progressive Democrat Issue 91: MANHATTAN GROUPS AND EVENTS
Will Your Vote Count? CFD & DFNYC Forum at Ethical Culture, Oct. 25, 7pm
- Don't let NY become the next Ohio - Show your support for verified voting!
Join Community Free Democrats and Democracy for NYC for an important public forum on Wednesday, October 25th. Learn what voting machines may soon be chosen for you, and what you can do to encourage selection of the most secure, reliable and cost-effective voting machines for NYC.
When: October 25th, 7pm-9pm
Where: New York Society for Ethical Culture on 64th Street at Central Park West in Manhattan.
Panelists: Adam Cohen, Member of the NY Times Editorial Board, will moderate a panel which will include Douglas Kellner, Co-Chair, New York State Board of Elections; David Kogelman, HAVA Committee Chair, NY Democratic Lawyers Council; Bo Lipari, Executive Director, New Yorkers for Verified Voting; Mark Crispin Miller, New York University Professor and Author; Jerrold Nadler, Member, U.S. Congress; and John Ravitz, Executive Director, New York City Board of Elections.
Sponsoring Groups: The forum is being sponsored by the New York Society for Ethical Culture and the Sierra Club—NYC Group. Co-sponsors include: Ansonia Independent Democrats, Broadway Democrats, Park River Independent Democrats, Three Parks Independent Democrats, Vincent F. Albano Republican Club.
For information, call 212-252-4918 or visit this link: http://www.blogger.com/img/gl.link.gif
Take Back Congress - Landline Phone Banking Every Tuesday and Thursday:
ACT NOW is hosting regular Tuesday and Thursday evening landline phone banking from Chelsea. This is traditional phone banking - no predictive dialing, no computer skills needed.
On Tuesdays, the calls are to targeted voters in Pennsylvania's 6th District, to help DFA-endorsed Lois Murphy dislodge Bush Rubberstamp House incumbent Jim Gerlach.
On Thursdays, we're targeting voters in Connecticut's 4th District, to help top-notch Democratic challenger Diane Farrell defeat long-time Republican D.C.-insider and Iraq War apologist Chris Shays. (And, boost turnout for Ned Lamont at the same time.)
These two races are among the most important to win.
More info and RSVP at: www.actnowny.org
Seize our State Senate - ACT NOW Landline Phone Banking Now Three Nights per Week:
ACT NOW continues phone banks on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from Midtown East to take back our State Senate!
What will we be doing? We're going to be using landlines to do low-pressure Voter ID and/or Volunteer Recruitment calling -- not undecided voter persuasion -- to dramatically increase Democratic voter turnout in the most competitive State Senate races. This is a great way for first-time callers to get started.
Why care about the State Senate? If you care about fair elections, education, transportation, the environment, healthcare, security, and other major issues in New York, you should care a lot about winning back the New York State Senate. Now that reformer Eliot Spitzer is likely to be New York's next governor, it's even more important to have a Democratic legislature in place.
More info and RSVP at: www.actnowny.org
Bill Perkins Hosts "Take Back the State Senate" Volunteer Event with Andrea Stewart Cousins:
Bill Perkins is hosting a "Take Back the State Senate" volunteer event in Harlem on Wednesday, Oct. 18th. Here is a message from Bill:
Dear Friend,
Thanks in large part to you, and the tremendous help we received from labor leaders and community leaders, elected officials and people of all walks of life, Bill Perkins is in an overwhelming position to win the State Senate seat being vacated by David Paterson. However, to get real results for our community in Albany, we must also take back control of the State Senate from the Republicans. That’s why Bill is also working hard to elect other Democratic candidates.
You can help too! On Wednesday, October 18th, we will be hosting a gathering for elected officials, leaders and volunteers at our Campaign Headquarters to discuss winning opportunities and to meet Andrea Stewart-Cousins, an impressive Westchester County legislator who is the Democrats' best hope to beat an incumbent Republican State Senator. In addition, on Saturday, November 4th, we will be leading a volunteer trip to her Yonkers District to help her get her message out. Two years ago, Andrea lost by only 18 votes. This year, we can help her win!
With many elections in our area virtually wrapped up, this is a great opportunity for you to make a difference. We hope we can count on you to join us on October 18th from 6:00 to 7:30 PM --- and please notify your clubs, organizations, friends and colleagues to be part of this important effort.
Take Back the State Senate Volunteer Party
At Bill Perkins Headquarters
2292 Frederick Douglass Blvd. (at 123rd Street)
Wednesday, October 18
6:00 – 7:30 PM
RSVP 212-749-2414
DFA-Endorsed Candidate Jerry Mcnerney in NYC - Oct. 19-20:
Jerry McNerney, a Democrat running for Congress in California's 11th CD, just outside the San Francisco Bay area, is coming to New York City on Thursday, October 19th. Jerry has been endorsed by Democracy for America and all the local DFA coalition groups in California.
Jerry McNerney is a renewable energy expert, having spent over two decades developing clean wind power across California. He is running against incumbent Republican Richard Pombo, a friend of big oil who has been listed as one of the 13 most corrupt members of Congress. (Click here for the list.)
For more on Jerry, visit www.jerrymcnerney.org.
For more info on these events, check back here soon. To be on the host committee for one of the Jerry McNerney events in NYC and/or to help us plan these events, contact Tracey Denton at tdenton -at- dfnyc.org or 646 257-4180.
NYC Critical Mass The last Friday of the month, every month, 7:00 p.m., starting at Union Square Park North. Come along for the ride! Critical Mass is a monthly celebration of bicycles and other nonpolluting means of transportation, exercising our right to the road. Critical Mass is a movement, not an organization; no two riders participate for exactly the same reason. New York City's first Critical Mass was in 1993.
Democracy for America Meetings: CLICK HERE!
DRINKING LIBERALLY: An informal, inclusive weekly Democratic drinking club. Raise your spirits while you raise your glass, and share ideas while you share a pitcher. Drinking Liberally gives like-minded, left-leaning individuals a place to talk politics. You don't need to be a policy expert and this isn't a book club - just come and learn from peers, trade jokes, vent frustration and hang out in an environment where it's not taboo to talk politics. Here are our local Manhattan groups:
Upper East Side Last Tuesday of each month, 6:30 pm onward, Doc Watson's, 1490 2nd Avenue (at 77th). In the backyard, weather permitting. Hosted by Matthew Bachiochi, ues (at) drinkingliberally.org
In Manhattan: Thursday, 7:30 pm onward, Rudy's, 627 9th Avenue (between 44th & 45th Streets). Hosted by Justin Krebs and Matthew O'Neill, nyc (at) drinkingliberally.org
Bar Hopping Manhattan: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:00-9:00 pm
A monthly Democratic drinking club at different gay bars around Manhattan. Join the mailing list to receive updates of future venues. Hosted by Dirk McCall, outnyc (at) drinkingliberally.org
East Village: Last Wednesday of each month, 8:00 pm onward, Grassroots Tavern, 20 Saint Mark's Place (between 2nd and 3rd). Hosted by Quinn Raymond, Elena Morin and Abby Cook-Mack, eastvillage (at) drinkingliberally.org
For those who prefer running to drinking, you can join RUNNING FOR CHANGE: Building a progressive America through organized runs and other grassroots activities.
To find your nearest Manhattan Democratic club, please CLICK HERE.
- Don't let NY become the next Ohio - Show your support for verified voting!
Join Community Free Democrats and Democracy for NYC for an important public forum on Wednesday, October 25th. Learn what voting machines may soon be chosen for you, and what you can do to encourage selection of the most secure, reliable and cost-effective voting machines for NYC.
When: October 25th, 7pm-9pm
Where: New York Society for Ethical Culture on 64th Street at Central Park West in Manhattan.
Panelists: Adam Cohen, Member of the NY Times Editorial Board, will moderate a panel which will include Douglas Kellner, Co-Chair, New York State Board of Elections; David Kogelman, HAVA Committee Chair, NY Democratic Lawyers Council; Bo Lipari, Executive Director, New Yorkers for Verified Voting; Mark Crispin Miller, New York University Professor and Author; Jerrold Nadler, Member, U.S. Congress; and John Ravitz, Executive Director, New York City Board of Elections.
Sponsoring Groups: The forum is being sponsored by the New York Society for Ethical Culture and the Sierra Club—NYC Group. Co-sponsors include: Ansonia Independent Democrats, Broadway Democrats, Park River Independent Democrats, Three Parks Independent Democrats, Vincent F. Albano Republican Club.
For information, call 212-252-4918 or visit this link: http://www.blogger.com/img/gl.link.gif
Take Back Congress - Landline Phone Banking Every Tuesday and Thursday:
ACT NOW is hosting regular Tuesday and Thursday evening landline phone banking from Chelsea. This is traditional phone banking - no predictive dialing, no computer skills needed.
On Tuesdays, the calls are to targeted voters in Pennsylvania's 6th District, to help DFA-endorsed Lois Murphy dislodge Bush Rubberstamp House incumbent Jim Gerlach.
On Thursdays, we're targeting voters in Connecticut's 4th District, to help top-notch Democratic challenger Diane Farrell defeat long-time Republican D.C.-insider and Iraq War apologist Chris Shays. (And, boost turnout for Ned Lamont at the same time.)
These two races are among the most important to win.
More info and RSVP at: www.actnowny.org
Seize our State Senate - ACT NOW Landline Phone Banking Now Three Nights per Week:
ACT NOW continues phone banks on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from Midtown East to take back our State Senate!
What will we be doing? We're going to be using landlines to do low-pressure Voter ID and/or Volunteer Recruitment calling -- not undecided voter persuasion -- to dramatically increase Democratic voter turnout in the most competitive State Senate races. This is a great way for first-time callers to get started.
Why care about the State Senate? If you care about fair elections, education, transportation, the environment, healthcare, security, and other major issues in New York, you should care a lot about winning back the New York State Senate. Now that reformer Eliot Spitzer is likely to be New York's next governor, it's even more important to have a Democratic legislature in place.
More info and RSVP at: www.actnowny.org
Bill Perkins Hosts "Take Back the State Senate" Volunteer Event with Andrea Stewart Cousins:
Bill Perkins is hosting a "Take Back the State Senate" volunteer event in Harlem on Wednesday, Oct. 18th. Here is a message from Bill:
Dear Friend,
Thanks in large part to you, and the tremendous help we received from labor leaders and community leaders, elected officials and people of all walks of life, Bill Perkins is in an overwhelming position to win the State Senate seat being vacated by David Paterson. However, to get real results for our community in Albany, we must also take back control of the State Senate from the Republicans. That’s why Bill is also working hard to elect other Democratic candidates.
You can help too! On Wednesday, October 18th, we will be hosting a gathering for elected officials, leaders and volunteers at our Campaign Headquarters to discuss winning opportunities and to meet Andrea Stewart-Cousins, an impressive Westchester County legislator who is the Democrats' best hope to beat an incumbent Republican State Senator. In addition, on Saturday, November 4th, we will be leading a volunteer trip to her Yonkers District to help her get her message out. Two years ago, Andrea lost by only 18 votes. This year, we can help her win!
With many elections in our area virtually wrapped up, this is a great opportunity for you to make a difference. We hope we can count on you to join us on October 18th from 6:00 to 7:30 PM --- and please notify your clubs, organizations, friends and colleagues to be part of this important effort.
Take Back the State Senate Volunteer Party
At Bill Perkins Headquarters
2292 Frederick Douglass Blvd. (at 123rd Street)
Wednesday, October 18
6:00 – 7:30 PM
RSVP 212-749-2414
DFA-Endorsed Candidate Jerry Mcnerney in NYC - Oct. 19-20:
Jerry McNerney, a Democrat running for Congress in California's 11th CD, just outside the San Francisco Bay area, is coming to New York City on Thursday, October 19th. Jerry has been endorsed by Democracy for America and all the local DFA coalition groups in California.
Jerry McNerney is a renewable energy expert, having spent over two decades developing clean wind power across California. He is running against incumbent Republican Richard Pombo, a friend of big oil who has been listed as one of the 13 most corrupt members of Congress. (Click here for the list.)
For more on Jerry, visit www.jerrymcnerney.org.
For more info on these events, check back here soon. To be on the host committee for one of the Jerry McNerney events in NYC and/or to help us plan these events, contact Tracey Denton at tdenton -at- dfnyc.org or 646 257-4180.
NYC Critical Mass The last Friday of the month, every month, 7:00 p.m., starting at Union Square Park North. Come along for the ride! Critical Mass is a monthly celebration of bicycles and other nonpolluting means of transportation, exercising our right to the road. Critical Mass is a movement, not an organization; no two riders participate for exactly the same reason. New York City's first Critical Mass was in 1993.
Democracy for America Meetings: CLICK HERE!
DRINKING LIBERALLY: An informal, inclusive weekly Democratic drinking club. Raise your spirits while you raise your glass, and share ideas while you share a pitcher. Drinking Liberally gives like-minded, left-leaning individuals a place to talk politics. You don't need to be a policy expert and this isn't a book club - just come and learn from peers, trade jokes, vent frustration and hang out in an environment where it's not taboo to talk politics. Here are our local Manhattan groups:
Upper East Side Last Tuesday of each month, 6:30 pm onward, Doc Watson's, 1490 2nd Avenue (at 77th). In the backyard, weather permitting. Hosted by Matthew Bachiochi, ues (at) drinkingliberally.org
In Manhattan: Thursday, 7:30 pm onward, Rudy's, 627 9th Avenue (between 44th & 45th Streets). Hosted by Justin Krebs and Matthew O'Neill, nyc (at) drinkingliberally.org
Bar Hopping Manhattan: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:00-9:00 pm
A monthly Democratic drinking club at different gay bars around Manhattan. Join the mailing list to receive updates of future venues. Hosted by Dirk McCall, outnyc (at) drinkingliberally.org
East Village: Last Wednesday of each month, 8:00 pm onward, Grassroots Tavern, 20 Saint Mark's Place (between 2nd and 3rd). Hosted by Quinn Raymond, Elena Morin and Abby Cook-Mack, eastvillage (at) drinkingliberally.org
For those who prefer running to drinking, you can join RUNNING FOR CHANGE: Building a progressive America through organized runs and other grassroots activities.
To find your nearest Manhattan Democratic club, please CLICK HERE.
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