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Announcement from the Felecia Rotellini for Attorney General campaign:
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February 02, 2014
Political Calendar: Week of February 2, 2014
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
The Political Calendar is posted on Sundays. Please send us notice of your political events prior to the Sunday before your event (7 days would be most helpful). See the calendar icon in the right-hand column of the blog page for easy access to the calendar.
Today is Groundhog Day. If Congress sees its shadow there will be six more weeks of inaction on the needs of the nation.
Political Calendar For The Week of February 2, 2014:
Sunday, February 2: Superbowl XLVIII at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Monday, February 3, Noon: Democrats of Greater Tucson luncheon, Dragon's View Restaurant (400 N. Bonita, South of St. Mary's Road between the Freeway and Grande Avenue, turn South at Furr's Cafeteria), buffet lunch costs $8.50. Featured speaker is Jim Holway, Democratic candidate for Arizona Corporation Commission on “What powers does the ACC hold, and my candidacy for a voice in it.”Next week: Jeremy Lasher, Field Organizer & Consultant to City of Tucson, on “How annexation benefits the city and you.”
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January 29, 2014
Community Forum on Keeping Children Safe and Healthy
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Press release from the Children's Action Alliance:
Special Election for LD 2 House Seat This Saturday
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Now that state Rep. Adrea Dalessandro (D-Sahuarita) has moved up to the Senate to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Senator Linda Lopez in Legislative District 2, there is a vacancy in the House created by Dalessandro's departure.
There will be a special election to select three nominees to forward to the Pima County Board of Supervisors to appointment a replacement to the vacant House seat.
Only elected Democratic precinct committee persons living in Pima County are entitled to vote in the special election to be held this Saturday, February 1:
What: Special Election for LD 2 House Seat
When: Saturday, February 1, 9:30 a.m. sign-in, 10:00 a.m meeting
Where: Democratic Club of the Santa Rita Area HQ, 210 W. Continental Road, Ste. 248 (upstairs meeting room), Green Valley, AZ 85614.
Details: Announced candidates so far are Demion Clinco, Annabelle Nunez, and Miguel Cuevas, all of whom were candidates for the appointment to the Senate seat. Only elected PCs will vote in person or by proxy, but all PCs and interested Democrats are encouraged to attend.
The special election will be followed by a petition signing party in the Green Valley Democratic Party Headquarters, located on the ground floor of the Continental Mall. Candidates will be in attendance with their petitions. Refreshments will be available.
For more information, please call DCSRA HQ at (520) 838-0590
January 26, 2014
Tucson Peace Fair & Music Festival
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Announcement from the Tucson Peace Center:
Café Roca Rendezvous, Meet the Candidates
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Announcement from the Cochise County Democratic Party:
Reservation Form below the fold.
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2014 Diamonds and Denim Fundraiser
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Announcement from the Yuma County Democratic Party:
Leading For Change Candidate Training
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Candidate Training
This training will answer all of your questions and prepare you to organize a winning campaign.
This non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
The fee for this training is $300 and includes the cost of materials and lunch.
Candidate Training
In partnership with Planned Parenthood Arizona and the Arizona Education Association, the Leading For Change Candidate Training is for individuals planning to run for a city, county or state elected position.
Whether you’re planning to run for office in two years or even ten, the information provided in this six-day training program is invaluable for positioning an effective campaign.
Designed to train and connect individuals with the resources, knowledge, networks and skills needed to advance principaled values through elected office; this non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
Supporting individuals who want to be a part of shaping the agenda for the well-being of Arizona, topics covered include:
- What It Takes To Run For Office and its impact on families and friends
- The Nuts & Bolts of Running For Office
- Framing Your Vision & Values
- Message Development & Delivery
- Campaign Planning
- Developing YOUR Campaign Plan
- Campaign Financing
- Cultivating Donors and Raising Funds
- Voter Targeting and Contact
- Marketing
- “Hot” Issues
- Q&A with Elected Officials
- And more!
For more information contact Beth Meyer [email protected] or call 602-253-0119.
Saddlebrooke Democrats 2014 Donkey Kickoff Dinner
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Announcement from the Saddlebrooke Democrats Club:
Democrats of the Red Rocks Annual Meeting
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Announcement from Democrats of The Red Rocks:
Political Calendar: Week of January 26, 2014
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
The Political Calendar is posted on Sundays. Please send us notice of your political events prior to the Sunday before your event (7 days would be most helpful). See the calendar icon in the right-hand column of the blog page for easy access to the calendar.
Political Calendar For The Week of January 26, 2014:
Sunday, January 26, 1:00 p.m.: Democrats of the Red Rocks Annual Meeting, at St. Andrew's Church, 100 Arroyo Pinion Drive (West Sedona). DRR will be honoring Democratic National Committeewoman Carolyn Warner with a Lifetime Achievement Award. For more information please contact Stephen Williamson at (928) 203-5858.
Sunday, January 26, 2:00 p.m.: (New Day) Legislative District 11 meeting, at the Mountain Vista Unitarian Universalist Church, 3601 W. Cromwell Drive (Tucson). For more information please contact Tom Cuevas at (520) 440-5458. Find us at www.AZLD11Dems.org.
SaddleBrooke Democratic Club Donkey Kickoff 2014 Dinner
Sunday, January 26, 5:30 p.m.: SaddleBrooke Democratic Club Donkey Kickoff 2014 Dinner, at the MountainView Clubhouse Ballroom, 38759 S. MountainView Blvd. (Saddlebrooke). 5:30 p.m. social hour with hors d’oeuvres, cash bar. 6:30 p.m. Mediterranean buffet dinner. Tickets $40 per person, $400 per table of ten. Please use the Donkey Kickoff 2014 Reservation Form.
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January 23, 2014
Meet David Garcia tonight
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Late calendar entry:
An Educated Devil
Arizona State University Education Professor Dr. David Garcia, candidate for Superintendent of Public Instruction, will be speaking with the University of Arizona Young Democrats. This will be a great opportunity to talk education policy and learn about an often overlooked office in Arizona.
When: 6:30 p.m., Thursday, January 23rd
Where: University of Arizona Student Union (4th floor, Agave Room)
For More Information: email [email protected].
January 20, 2014
Why Marriage Matters Arizona Community Meeting
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from Why Marriage Matters Arizona:
Why Marriage Matters Arizona, Open Community Meeting
Thursday, January 23, 6pm - 8pm
Himmel Park Library
1035 N. Treat Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 594-5305
Why Marriage Matters Arizona (WMMAz) will host an open community meeting to discuss the campaign's progress in Arizona. WMMAz is a grassroots public education campaign to build support for the freedom to marry in Arizona. This campaign is about sharing stories and fostering conversation – showing that every LGBT person is part of someone’s family and should be treated with compassion and respect.
Contact Paula Aboud for Southern Arizona events (520) 323-7264.
Please join us!
January 19, 2014
Café Roca Rendezvous, Meet the Candidates
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Cochise County Democratic Party:
Reservation Form below the fold.
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2014 Diamonds and Denim Fundraiser
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Yuma County Democratic Party:
Democrats of the Red Rocks Annual Meeting
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from Democrats of The Red Rocks:
Leading For Change Candidate Training
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
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Candidate Training
This training will answer all of your questions and prepare you to organize a winning campaign.
This non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
The fee for this training is $300 and includes the cost of materials and lunch.
Candidate Training
In partnership with Planned Parenthood Arizona and the Arizona Education Association, the Leading For Change Candidate Training is for individuals planning to run for a city, county or state elected position.
Whether you’re planning to run for office in two years or even ten, the information provided in this six-day training program is invaluable for positioning an effective campaign.
Designed to train and connect individuals with the resources, knowledge, networks and skills needed to advance principaled values through elected office; this non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
Supporting individuals who want to be a part of shaping the agenda for the well-being of Arizona, topics covered include:
- What It Takes To Run For Office and its impact on families and friends
- The Nuts & Bolts of Running For Office
- Framing Your Vision & Values
- Message Development & Delivery
- Campaign Planning
- Developing YOUR Campaign Plan
- Campaign Financing
- Cultivating Donors and Raising Funds
- Voter Targeting and Contact
- Marketing
- “Hot” Issues
- Q&A with Elected Officials
- And more!
For more information contact Beth Meyer [email protected] or call 602-253-0119.
Saddlebrooke Democrats 2014 Donkey Kickoff Dinner
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Saddlebrooke Democrats Club:
Tucson Martin Luther King Day Celebration and Days of Service
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Additional information below the fold.
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Political Calendar: Week of January 19, 2014
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
The Political Calendar is posted on Sundays. Please send us notice of your political events prior to the Sunday before your event (7 days would be most helpful). See the calendar icon in the right-hand column of the blog page for easy access to the calendar.
Political Calendar For The Week of January 19, 2014:
Monday, January 20, 8:30 a.m.: Martin Luther King Day. The Tucson Martin Luther King Committee presents the annual Martin Luther King Day March and Festival. Marchers will gather at the University Of Arizona Mall on Jan. 20th at 8:30 a.m., by 9:00 a.m. the march will proceed south on Campbell Avenue and proceed to Reid Park Demeester Center. Festival activities will begin at approximately 10:00 a.m. thru 3:00 p.m. This year’s celebration is also a Tribute to Nelson Mandela and includes speakers, dancers, praise dance, choirs from various churches, jazz, R&B, Hip Hop, barbecue, catfish, chickenwings, cake and pie. For more information please contact Donna Liggins 237-7806 or [email protected]
Monday, January 20, Noon: Democrats of Greater Tucson luncheon, Dragon's View Restaurant (400 N. Bonita, South of St. Mary's Road between the Freeway and Grande Avenue, turn South at Furr's Cafeteria), buffet lunch costs $8.50. No DGT in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Next week: Daniel Hernandez, Sunnyside School District Board Member on “Lessons from the political arena.”
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January 18, 2014
Tucson Martin Luther King Day Celebration and Days of Service
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Additional information below the fold.
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January 12, 2014
Café Roca Rendezvous, Meet the Candidates
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Announcement from the Cochise County Democratic Party:
Reservation Form below the fold.
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2014 Diamonds and Denim Fundraiser
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Yuma County Democratic Party:
Democrats of the Red Rocks Annual Meeting
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Announcement from Democrats of The Red Rocks:
DORR'S ANNUAL MEETING
Sunday January 26
St. Andrew’s Church 100 Arroyo Pinon Drive
(1/2 block south of the intersection of 89A and Arroyo Pinon Drive), West Sedona
Honoring National Committeewoman
Carolyn Warner
With A
Lifetime Achievement Award
Come hear
Carolyn Warner's inspiring Talk.
She danced with Truman, now in 2014
She is
Speaking at DORR's
Membership Meeting
Carolyn Warner was born in Ardmore, Oklahoma to Democratic State Senator U.T. Rexroatand Mary Tullis. Carolyn attended the inauguration of President Harry S. Truman as youth representative (and danced with the President at his Inaugural Ball). After moving to Arizona, Carolyn became active in its Democratic Party. She was elected Superintendent of Public Instruction in 1974, 1978, and 1982. She ran for the U.S. Senate in 1976 and was Democratic nominee for Governorship of Arizona in 1986. She was Elected Democratic National Committeewoman in 2004 and most recently in 2008. She is actively involved in many local organizations such as Arizona Center for After School Excellence, Arizona List, Arizona Women's Forum, Arizona Educational Foundation, Children’s Action Alliance, Dean's Associates for Educational Advancement at Arizona State University, EMERGE, and Jobs for America's G
Democrats of the Red Rocks
Leading For Change Candidate Training
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
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Candidate Training
This training will answer all of your questions and prepare you to organize a winning campaign.
This non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
The fee for this training is $300 and includes the cost of materials and lunch.
Candidate Training
In partnership with Planned Parenthood Arizona and the Arizona Education Association, the Leading For Change Candidate Training is for individuals planning to run for a city, county or state elected position.
Whether you’re planning to run for office in two years or even ten, the information provided in this six-day training program is invaluable for positioning an effective campaign.
Designed to train and connect individuals with the resources, knowledge, networks and skills needed to advance principaled values through elected office; this non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
Supporting individuals who want to be a part of shaping the agenda for the well-being of Arizona, topics covered include:
- What It Takes To Run For Office and its impact on families and friends
- The Nuts & Bolts of Running For Office
- Framing Your Vision & Values
- Message Development & Delivery
- Campaign Planning
- Developing YOUR Campaign Plan
- Campaign Financing
- Cultivating Donors and Raising Funds
- Voter Targeting and Contact
- Marketing
- “Hot” Issues
- Q&A with Elected Officials
- And more!
For more information contact Beth Meyer [email protected] or call 602-253-0119.
Saddlebrooke Democrats 2014 Donkey Kickoff Dinner
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Saddlebrooke Democrats Club:
Stand With Arizona Women Rally
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Reminder from Arizona List:
Stand with Arizona Women!
Rally for Women's Healthcare
Arizona State Capitol
Opening Day 2014
Arizona State Legislature
Monday, January 13th, 2014
10 am to noon
Wear orange and bring a sign!
We know this is going to be a tough legislative session.
We have to put state leaders on notice NOW
that women's healthcare must be protected.
Together we are more powerful – and we are standing united!
Arizona List stands together with Abortion Access Network of Arizona; ACLU-AZ; AFL-CIO; Arizona Family Health Partnership; Arizona Advocacy Network; Arizona Federation of Women; Arizona Foundation for Women; Arizona Women’s Political Caucus; Business and Professional Women of Arizona; League of Women Voters – Phoenix Metro; NARAL Pro-Choice Arizona; National Council of Jewish Women; Planned Parenthood of AZ; and the Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona
Arizona List stands together with Abortion Access Network of Arizona; ACLU-AZ; AFL-CIO; Arizona Family Health Partnership; Arizona Advocacy Network; Arizona Federation of Women; Arizona Foundation for Women; Arizona Women’s Political Caucus; Business and Professional Women of Arizona; League of Women Voters – Phoenix Metro; NARAL Pro-Choice Arizona; National Council of Jewish Women; Planned Parenthood of AZ; and the Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona
We hope to see you there. Check out our facebook and our blog at Arizona List throughout this session for helpful updates on legislation and action items.
Can’t come on Monday? Consider supporting this event with a donation.
Practical Details:
Travelling from Northern Arizona, coordinate with Seráh Blain at [email protected].
Travelling from Tucson/Southern Arizona, coordinate with Laura Penny -- [email protected]
In the Phoenix, use the Executive Tower parking lot or Department of Health Services parking garage.
Political Calendar: Week of January 12, 2014
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
The Political Calendar is posted on Sundays. Please send us notice of your political events prior to the Sunday before your event (7 days would be most helpful). See the calendar icon in the right-hand column of the blog page for easy access to the calendar.
Political Calendar For The Week of January 12, 2014:
Monday, January 13, 10:00 a.m.: Opening day of the Arizona Legislative Session. Governor Jan Brewer's State of The State Address. "Stand with Arizona Women Opening Day Rally" at 10:00 a.m. on the Capitol Mall. Join with NARAL, Planned Parenthod, AAUW, AWPC and others, to remind our representatives to "Remember the Women" in 2014. Wear orange, bring a sign and tell the legislature that women's voices must be heard this session. RSVP to [email protected] and get an Opening Day shirt!
Monday, January 13, Noon: Democrats of Greater Tucson luncheon, Dragon's View Restaurant (400 N. Bonita, South of St. Mary's Road between the Freeway and Grande Avenue, turn South at Furr's Cafeteria), buffet lunch costs $8.50. Featured speaker is Dr. John Schwarz, UA Professor Emeritus, on 'Why income inequality, and how can we change it?” Next week: No DGT in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
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January 05, 2014
Arizona State Hearing - National Commission on Voting Rights
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Arizona Advocacy Network:
JANUARY 9, 2014
10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
ASU College of Law - Armstrong Hall - Great Hall
1100 S. McAllister Ave. Tempe AZ
Join Arizona Advocacy Network, The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law and community partners in a commission that will hear testimony dealing with voting discrimination and election administration problems throughout the country.
The purpose of the commission and the hearings will be to build the Congressional record for a Voter Registration Act fix.
Volunteers are needed! Please contact [email protected] for more information
Come and hear about the state of voting in Arizona and share your voting experiences. The hearing is free, nonpartisan, and open to the public! There will be three formal panels of witnesses testifying on topics such as voting discrimination, registration and polling place problems, access for voters with disabilities and language minorities, and more!
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Café Roca Rendezvous, Meet the Candidates
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Cochise County Democratic Party:
Reservation Form below the fold.
Continue reading "Café Roca Rendezvous, Meet the Candidates" »
Leading For Change Candidate Training
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
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Candidate Training
This training will answer all of your questions and prepare you to organize a winning campaign.
This non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
The fee for this training is $300 and includes the cost of materials and lunch.
Candidate Training
In partnership with Planned Parenthood Arizona and the Arizona Education Association, the Leading For Change Candidate Training is for individuals planning to run for a city, county or state elected position.
Whether you’re planning to run for office in two years or even ten, the information provided in this six-day training program is invaluable for positioning an effective campaign.
Designed to train and connect individuals with the resources, knowledge, networks and skills needed to advance principaled values through elected office; this non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
Supporting individuals who want to be a part of shaping the agenda for the well-being of Arizona, topics covered include:
- What It Takes To Run For Office and its impact on families and friends
- The Nuts & Bolts of Running For Office
- Framing Your Vision & Values
- Message Development & Delivery
- Campaign Planning
- Developing YOUR Campaign Plan
- Campaign Financing
- Cultivating Donors and Raising Funds
- Voter Targeting and Contact
- Marketing
- “Hot” Issues
- Q&A with Elected Officials
- And more!
For more information contact Beth Meyer [email protected] or call 602-253-0119.
Saddlebrooke Democrats 2014 Donkey Kickoff Dinner
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Saddlebrooke Democrats Club:
An Evening with David Fitzsimmons
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Democratic Club of the Santa Rita Area:
Community gun-control and mental-health forum
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Tucson City Council member Steve Kozachik is hosting a community gun-control and mental-health forum Tuesday, January 7, at 6:30 p.m., at The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway. The forum will follow a presentation of Living for 32:
Join us on January 7th for a screening of Living for 32, with a panel discussion to follow. On April 16th, 2007, 32 students were gunned down in a senseless shooting on the Virginia Tech campus. Colin Goddard was in the room, and survived multiple gun shot wounds. On the 7th, Colin will join the Tucson Chief of Police, Pima County Sheriff, representatives of the Mental Health service provider community, Mayor Rothschild and City Council member Steve Kozachik to discuss local initiatives related to mental health issues, background checks and other related topics. This forum is presented by The Loft Cinema, with support from Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, Mayors Against Illegal Guns, Organizing for Action and the Tucson Coalition against Gun Violence.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and is open to the public.
Tucson January 8th Memorial Events
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from The January 8th Memorial Foundation:
The January 8th Memorial Foundation is honored to present “January 8th Memorial Foundation: Together We Thrive,” which will be presented at three different branches of the Pima County Public Library from January 3rd-31, 2014. This is the first time any of these touching community-created materials will be publically seen since February 2011 and we want to remember together.
The exhibits will be installed at three libraries: Nanini, Eckstrom-Columbus and Joel D. Valdez Main. Each exhibit will have a special opening event:
■ Reception on Monday, January 6th at Joel Valdez Main Library at noon
■ Flag-raising and reception on Wednesday, January 8th at Nanini at 10:00 a.m.
■ Reception on Thursday, January 9th at Eckstrom-Columbus at 5:30 p.m.
These events are free and open to the public. The January 8th Memorial Foundation invites you to join us in this special remembrance of a tragedy which touched our community so deeply, as well as a celebration of the spirit of hope and caring so beautifully expressed in these tribute memorial items. Truly, together we thrive.
Other Community Events:
■ Monday, January 6 at 11 am
January 8th Foundation Board Press Conference
Historic Pima County Courthouse Courtyard, 115 N. Church Avenue
■ January 7 at 6 pm
Panel Discussion and Screening of Living for 32
Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
■ January 8 at 10:10 am
University of Arizona Medical Center Moment of silence/ringing of bells
University of Arizona Medical Center, 1501 N. Campbell Avenue - front lawn
■ January 8 at 7 pm
Church Service, and short presentation by Pat Maisch
St. Phillips in the Hills Episcopal Church, Music Center. (River and Campbell)
■ January 11 from 12 to 3 pm
BEYOND: Commemorate, Celebrate, Commit (Community-wide event)
Armory Park, 200 South 6th Avenue
■ January 19 from 2 to 6 pm
Concert for Civility: Family Friendly Showcase
Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress Street
Please visit the Foundation's website at http://www.january8memorial.com/ for more information about our projects, and the Library’s website at http://www.library.pima.gov/ for more details on exhibit locations.
Political Calendar: Week of January 5, 2014
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
The Political Calendar is posted on Sundays. Please send us notice of your political events prior to the Sunday before your event (7 days would be most helpful). See the calendar icon in the right-hand column of the blog page for easy access to the calendar.
Political Calendar For The Week of January 5, 2014:
Sunday, January 5, 1:00 p.m.: LD 2 Rep. Andrea Dalessandro hosts a Thank You/Pre-Legislative Session Party, at the DCSRA Headquarters, Continental Shopping Plaza, 240 W. Continental Road (exit 63), Green Valley. The Legislative session begins Monday, January 13. This event will give me an opportunity to listen to your concerns and let you know what I am working on. Please RSVP to [email protected]
Monday, January 6, Noon: Democrats of Greater Tucson luncheon, Dragon's View Restaurant (400 N. Bonita, South of St. Mary's Road between the Freeway and Grande Avenue, turn South at Furr's Cafeteria), buffet lunch costs $8.50. Featured speakers are Sens. David Bradley (LD10) and Olivia Cajero Bedford (LD3) on "What I will be doing in the upcoming Legislative Session." Next week: Dr. John Schwarz, UA Professor Emeritus, on 'Why income inequality, and how can we change it?”
Continue reading "Political Calendar: Week of January 5, 2014" »
January 02, 2014
Community gun-control and mental-health forum
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Tucson City Council member Steve Kozachik is hosting a community gun-control and mental-health forum Tuesday, January 7, at 6:30 p.m., at The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway. The forum will follow a presentation of Living for 32:
Join us on January 7th for a screening of Living for 32, with a panel discussion to follow. On April 16th, 2007, 32 students were gunned down in a senseless shooting on the Virginia Tech campus. Colin Goddard was in the room, and survived multiple gun shot wounds. On the 7th, Colin will join the Tucson Chief of Police, Pima County Sheriff, representatives of the Mental Health service provider community, Mayor Rothschild and City Council member Steve Kozachik to discuss local initiatives related to mental health issues, background checks and other related topics. This forum is presented by The Loft Cinema, with support from Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, Mayors Against Illegal Guns, Organizing for Action and the Tucson Coalition against Gun Violence.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and is open to the public.
Tucson January 8th Memorial Events
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from The January 8th Memorial Foundation:
The January 8th Memorial Foundation is honored to present “January 8th Memorial Foundation: Together We Thrive,” which will be presented at three different branches of the Pima County Public Library from January 3rd-31, 2014. This is the first time any of these touching community-created materials will be publically seen since February 2011 and we want to remember together.
The exhibits will be installed at three libraries: Nanini, Eckstrom-Columbus and Joel D. Valdez Main. Each exhibit will have a special opening event:
■ Reception on Monday, January 6th at Joel Valdez Main Library at noon
■ Flag-raising and reception on Wednesday, January 8th at Nanini at 10:00 a.m.
■ Reception on Thursday, January 9th at Eckstrom-Columbus at 5:30 p.m.
These events are free and open to the public. The January 8th Memorial Foundation invites you to join us in this special remembrance of a tragedy which touched our community so deeply, as well as a celebration of the spirit of hope and caring so beautifully expressed in these tribute memorial items. Truly, together we thrive.
Other Community Events:
■ Monday, January 6 at 11 am
January 8th Foundation Board Press Conference
Historic Pima County Courthouse Courtyard, 115 N. Church Avenue
■ January 7 at 6 pm
Panel Discussion and Screening of Living for 32
Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
■ January 8 at 10:10 am
University of Arizona Medical Center Moment of silence/ringing of bells
University of Arizona Medical Center, 1501 N. Campbell Avenue - front lawn
■ January 8 at 7 pm
Church Service, and short presentation by Pat Maisch
St. Phillips in the Hills Episcopal Church, Music Center. (River and Campbell)
■ January 11 from 12 to 3 pm
BEYOND: Commemorate, Celebrate, Commit (Community-wide event)
Armory Park, 200 South 6th Avenue
■ January 19 from 2 to 6 pm
Concert for Civility: Family Friendly Showcase
Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress Street
Please visit the Foundation's website at http://www.january8memorial.com/ for more information about our projects, and the Library’s website at http://www.library.pima.gov/ for more details on exhibit locations.
December 29, 2013
Café Roca Rendezvous, Meet the Candidates
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Cochise County Democratic Party:
Reservation Form below the fold.
Continue reading "Café Roca Rendezvous, Meet the Candidates" »
Leading For Change Candidate Training
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
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Candidate Training
This training will answer all of your questions and prepare you to organize a winning campaign.
This non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
The fee for this training is $300 and includes the cost of materials and lunch.
Candidate Training
In partnership with Planned Parenthood Arizona and the Arizona Education Association, the Leading For Change Candidate Training is for individuals planning to run for a city, county or state elected position.
Whether you’re planning to run for office in two years or even ten, the information provided in this six-day training program is invaluable for positioning an effective campaign.
Designed to train and connect individuals with the resources, knowledge, networks and skills needed to advance principaled values through elected office; this non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
Supporting individuals who want to be a part of shaping the agenda for the well-being of Arizona, topics covered include:
- What It Takes To Run For Office and its impact on families and friends
- The Nuts & Bolts of Running For Office
- Framing Your Vision & Values
- Message Development & Delivery
- Campaign Planning
- Developing YOUR Campaign Plan
- Campaign Financing
- Cultivating Donors and Raising Funds
- Voter Targeting and Contact
- Marketing
- “Hot” Issues
- Q&A with Elected Officials
- And more!
For more information contact Beth Meyer [email protected] or call 602-253-0119.
An Evening with David Fitzsimmons
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Democratic Club of the Santa Rita Area:
LD 2 Thank You/Pre-Legislative Session Party
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from state Rep. Andrea Dalessandro:
Political Calendar: Week of December 29, 2013
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
The Political Calendar is posted on Sundays. Please send us notice of your political events prior to the Sunday before your event (7 days would be most helpful). See the calendar icon in the right-hand column of the blog page for easy access to the calendar.
Political Calendar For The Week of December 29, 2013:
Monday, December 30, Noon: Democrats of Greater Tucson luncheon, Dragon's View Restaurant (400 N. Bonita, South of St. Mary's Road between the Freeway and Grande Avenue, turn South at Furr's Cafeteria), buffet lunch costs $8.50. No DGT this week. Note: DGT is taking a break for the holidays until January 6: Sens. David Bradley (LD10) and Olivia Cajero Bedford (LD3) on "What I will be doing in the upcoming Legislative Session."
2014
Wednesday, January 1: New Year's Day.
Saturday, January 4, 10:00 a.m.: (Call to confirm) Legislative District 2 meeting, at the Sam Lena/South Tucson Library, 1607 S 6th Avenue (Tucson). For more information please contact Marla Daugherty at (520) 594-5265.
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December 22, 2013
Café Roca Rendezvous, Meet the Candidates
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Announcement from the Cochise County Democratic Party:
Reservation Form below the fold.
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Leading For Change Candidate Training
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Candidate Training
This training will answer all of your questions and prepare you to organize a winning campaign.
This non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
The fee for this training is $300 and includes the cost of materials and lunch.
Candidate Training
In partnership with Planned Parenthood Arizona and the Arizona Education Association, the Leading For Change Candidate Training is for individuals planning to run for a city, county or state elected position.
Whether you’re planning to run for office in two years or even ten, the information provided in this six-day training program is invaluable for positioning an effective campaign.
Designed to train and connect individuals with the resources, knowledge, networks and skills needed to advance principaled values through elected office; this non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
Supporting individuals who want to be a part of shaping the agenda for the well-being of Arizona, topics covered include:
- What It Takes To Run For Office and its impact on families and friends
- The Nuts & Bolts of Running For Office
- Framing Your Vision & Values
- Message Development & Delivery
- Campaign Planning
- Developing YOUR Campaign Plan
- Campaign Financing
- Cultivating Donors and Raising Funds
- Voter Targeting and Contact
- Marketing
- “Hot” Issues
- Q&A with Elected Officials
- And more!
For more information contact Beth Meyer [email protected] or call 602-253-0119.
An Evening with David Fitzsimmons
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Democratic Club of the Santa Rita Area:
LD 2 Thank You/Pre-Legislative Session Party
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Announcement from state Rep. Andrea Dalessandro:
Political Calendar: Week of December 22, 2013
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
The Political Calendar is posted on Sundays. Please send us notice of your political events prior to the Sunday before your event (7 days would be most helpful). See the calendar icon in the right-hand column of the blog page for easy access to the calendar.
Political Calendar For The Week of December 22, 2013:
Monday, December 23, Noon: Democrats of Greater Tucson luncheon, Dragon's View Restaurant (400 N. Bonita, South of St. Mary's Road between the Freeway and Grande Avenue, turn South at Furr's Cafeteria), buffet lunch costs $8.50. No DGT this week. Note: DGT is taking a break for the holidays until January 6.
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December 15, 2013
Leading For Change Candidate Training
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Candidate Training
This training will answer all of your questions and prepare you to organize a winning campaign.
This non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
The fee for this training is $300 and includes the cost of materials and lunch.
Candidate Training
In partnership with Planned Parenthood Arizona and the Arizona Education Association, the Leading For Change Candidate Training is for individuals planning to run for a city, county or state elected position.
Whether you’re planning to run for office in two years or even ten, the information provided in this six-day training program is invaluable for positioning an effective campaign.
Designed to train and connect individuals with the resources, knowledge, networks and skills needed to advance principaled values through elected office; this non-partisan in-depth program takes place over the course of three weekends.
Supporting individuals who want to be a part of shaping the agenda for the well-being of Arizona, topics covered include:
- What It Takes To Run For Office and its impact on families and friends
- The Nuts & Bolts of Running For Office
- Framing Your Vision & Values
- Message Development & Delivery
- Campaign Planning
- Developing YOUR Campaign Plan
- Campaign Financing
- Cultivating Donors and Raising Funds
- Voter Targeting and Contact
- Marketing
- “Hot” Issues
- Q&A with Elected Officials
- And more!
For more information contact Beth Meyer [email protected] or call 602-253-0119.
An Evening with David Fitzsimmons
Posted by AzBlueMeanie:
Announcement from the Democratic Club of the Santa Rita Area:
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