The first playoff game of the season in our new BB&T stadium and there are still tickets available for Democrats at the Dash night!! Please call Russell at 336-714-6889 or visit: https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/go.htmI?l=EN&t=dash&o=81101&g=73 to purchase your tickets.
There are still plenty left. You will have a fun-filled evening with like-minded folks and see some great baseball as well.
See you at the game!!
Chair's Corner - Week of September 5th
Votes determine elections, not polls. This is our season to continue going foward in drive (D) instead of going backwards in reverse(R). As Democrats, we have the core values, diverse ideas that are inclusive for all Americans to benefit all Americans, programs that have moved all of us forward to insure Health Care, Education and opportunities for all Americans to pursue their aspirations to become fully engaged in realizing their American dreams and fundemental respect for each other that allows Democrats to agree to disagree without resorting to shouting matches in an attempt to drown out public discourse on issues that affect all of us. We are Democrats. Each one of us can make a tremendous difference in these critical midterm elections by asking all of our friends and associates to do the following: (1) Vote Early (2) Provide a ride to the polls (3) Call your civic organizations to action by asking them to call their neighbors and friends to remind them to vote early (4). Volunteer to go canvassing with a team from your headquarters for all Democratic candidates (5) Volunteer to participate in phone banking at headquarters (6) Ask your congregations of worship to vote early (7) Vote for the Judges, school board candidates, Senator Linda Garrou, Senatorial candidate Elaine Marshall, Representative Earline Parmon, Congressional candidates Billy Kennedy and Mel Watt, Jerry Herron for Sheriff, Representative Larry Womble, Susan Frye for Clerk of Court, Ted Kaplan, Walter Marshall, Everette Witherspoon, and Stan Dean for County Commissioner.
Votes determine elections, not polls. Let's go get out the votes. Your Chair, Fleming El-Amin
A Message from Judge Bob Hunter - I need your help!
We will be kicking off the Judge Bob Hunter for Supreme Court statewide RV tour next week, and to help make sure it's a success, we need your contacts at Universities, Colleges, and Community Colleges across the state! The emails and phone numbers of administrators, faculty, and students would help us get the word out about the tour at all the local stops we will be making.
I will be getting out and meeting with North Carolina residents from the mountains to the beach on the RV tour. The tour will officially begin in the western part of the state at Hendersonville's Apple Parade. Along the way, I'll be stopping by as many universities, colleges, and community colleges as possible.
In my 2006 re-election to the Court of Appeals, I conducted a similar tour and had the pleasure of visiting all 100 counties. I was honored to carry 99 of those 100 counties in that re-election, and I believe getting out and talking with North Carolinians across the state played a large part in generating that level of support. I look forward once again to traveling throughout the state to speak with old friends and supporters, and to make many new ones along the way.
Thank you to all of you for your kind support so far- with about 40 days until early voting begins, I need it now more than ever. So, if you have some friends at one of North Carolina's great Universities or Colleges, let us know! With your help, we will win this election. Thanks, and I hope to see you on the road!
Billy Kennedy Campaign Kicks Into High Gear - Join the Movement!
The Billy Kennedy Campaign and the Coordinated Campaign of North Carolina kick into high gear in Forsyth County this week. We are bringing in four new hires to assist in volunteers, canvassing and phone banking. But we need lots of volunteers to be successful. Please contact Mary Dickinson at: 336-659-2464 or 336-391-4495 and let us know you want to help.
Women GOTV Project - Monday, September 13th and Wednesday September 15th
Join our Women Vote GOTV project for Forsyth County! Monday, Sept. 13 (between 10:00a-3:00p) and after the FCDW luncheon on Wednesday, Sept. 15 (between 1:30-3:00) at the FCDP HQ on Burke St. Just drop by and help write personal letters to women who are infrequent voters. Each volunteer is asked to write 20 letters, providing the stationery and stamps. We'll provide the computer access to sign up, letter-writing assistance, snacks, and fellowship! (Of course, you can do this project in your own home if you prefer.) Sign up in advance: http://turningncblue.com/self_reg.php?section=womenvote. Contact
with questions.
Button Makers Needed
We need button makers! Please come in any day for any length of time you are free and make some buttons. Our office hours this week will be 9 to 6. Next week we expect to be open every day 9 to 9 and our weekend hours will be extended, as well.
Unity Rally - Thursday, September 23rd
Unity Rally: Fall into Victory for November Join us Thursday, September 23rd from 6 to 7:30 pm Corpening Plaza Meet all the Democratic Candidates Enjoy some (free) Food and Entertainment We promise a good time will be had by all!!
Billy Kennedy Fundraiser - September 22nd
Please come out and support Billy Kennedy for the NC 5th district congressional seat. Blue Grass Music and lots of food and soft drinks! Brookberry Farm On September 22 from 5:30 to 8:00 Hosted by: Bowman & Karen Gray, W. Noah Reynolds, Dr. Richard & Mrs. Elaine Williams & Mr. & Mrs. Calvin Cunningham Hosts $1000 Sponsors $500 Co-Sponsor $250 Tickets $100 PLEASE RSVP to
, or 828-264-9955
Forysth County Democratic Womens’ Luncheon - Wednesday, September 15th
Please join us for the Wednesday, September 15 monthly luncheon, 12:30, at the FCDP HQ, 1128 Burke St. Our special guest will be Sen. Linda Garrou. Come learn about the NC Women Vote project, too! If you would like to order a deli sandwich, please click on the link below. Of course, you are welcome to bring your own lunch or drink. All good Democrats are invited to attend!
Hispanics from all over North Carolina met on Saturday to elect officers and formally establish the newly formed Hispanic-American Democrats of North Carolina. The Hispanic-American Democrats of North Carolina will advise the North Carolina Democratic Party on issues, strategy, and policy pertaining to the Latino community. The organization also has the responsibility to take an active role and promote inclusion, outreach, and empowerment of North Carolinians of Hispanic descent in the political process for the benefit of the North Carolina Democratic Party and Democrats seeking public offic.
2010 NCDP Coordinated Campaign Fundraiser
Thursday August 26th, 5:30 to 7 pm. At the home of Bruce and Heather Thompson in Raleigh Guests include Governor Bev Perdue and Democratic U.S. Nominee Elaine Marshall For more information and to RSVP Please Contact Sara Forman, 919.821.2777 x206 or
or Sallie Leslie, x205 or
Jerry Herron for Sheriff Raffle
Jerry's campaign is raffling off a Samsung Home Theatre System which includes a Samsung 55" LED-LCD HDTV and a Samsung Blu-Ray Disc Player. The entire prize package is worth $3,379.97. The drawing will be Sept. 25th, 6 PM at the West Central Community Center. Winner does not have to be present at drawing. Tickets are only $5 each!! and can be bought from the Committee to Elect Herron for Sheriff or call FCDP, 724-5941 for more information.
A message from Turning North Carolina Blue
From the end of the 2008 election cycle through July, 2010, Democrats and Republicans have experienced net losses in voter registration while Unaffiliated registrations have risen substantially.
We believe that unregistered citizens of North Carolina are decidedly Democratic in their values and that registering and motivating these voters is critical to sustaining a Party committed not to the interests of the few, but one dedicated to creating opportunities for ALL our citizens to reach their fullest potential and aspirations. If you are interested in our Voter Registration effort, please contact us or if you would like specific statistics please call FCDP at 724-5941 and we will try to give you that information.
Meet Susan Frye, candidate for Forsyth County Clerk of Court, on September 11th and 12th
Susan Frye, candidate for Forsyth County Clerk of Court invites you to not just one but TWO events!! Please join Susan and many other candidates running for positions in the 2010 election for a couple of Meet and Greets. Susan will be at Harmon Park in Kernersville on Saturday, September 11th from 4-8 pm. There will be a Bounce Castle for the kids, John Barrow's famous race car and a Free Hot Dog Dinner! If you can't make it to Kernersville on Saturday, come to the Clemmons Civic Center on Sunday, September 12th from 2-6 pm. Bounce Castle, Free Hot Dog Dinner and lots of Democrats!! (donations are always most appreciated!)
A Message from Leto Copeley in support of Judge Bob Hunter for North Carolina Supreme Court.
In judicial races, most people just aren't very familiar with the candidates. That's why it is so important to spread the word about those who are best qualified to serve on our courts. This coming fall, voters will be deciding who should fill a vacancy on the North Carolina Supreme Court. I am writing to share with you my strong support for Judge Bob Hunter in that race.
Judge Hunter has served on the North Carolina Court of Appeals for 12 years, and during that time he has earned a reputation for fairness and common sense. Before taking the bench, Judge Hunter practiced law in Marion for 29 years and represented McDowell County in the General Assembly for 18 years. Unquestionably, Judge Hunter has the depth and breadth of experience we need on our Supreme Court. He has been endorsed by all the legal organizations making endorsements in his race, including the NC Association of Women Attorneys. We need Judge Hunter on our Supreme Court..
Gov. Perdue Signs Bills to Protect N.C. Soldiers and their Families
Gov. Bev Perdue this week signed four bills that aid North Carolinians serving on active duty in the military and their families. She signed the bills Wednesday at the Morrisville base for the 130th Air Reconnaissance Battalion of the N.C. National Guard with National Guard troops and family members of fallen soldiers present.
Caterpillar Inc., the largest maker of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, and industrial gas turbines in the world, will build a new manufacturing plant in Forsyth County. The company plans to create 392 jobs over the next five years and invest $426 million. The project was made possible in part by state grants from the Job Development Investment Grant program and One North Carolina Fund.
Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) is headquartered in Peoria, Ill., and has nearly 300 operations in 40 countries and employs nearly 95,000 people. In Winston-Salem, Caterpillar plans to construct an approximately 850,000 square foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for the machining, assembly, test and painting of axle assemblies for large mining machines.
For more information about Caterpillar, including job opportunities, visit www.cat.com.
Governor Signs Bill to Protect North Carolina Coast from Oil Spill Damages
Gov. Perdue on Monday, August 2nd, signed Senate Bill 836 to protect North Carolina’s coastline by lifting the cap on damages that can be recovered as the result of an offshore oil spill and strengthening the review process related to the permitting of offshore fossil fuel facilities. The legislation will protect North Carolina’s coastal communities from potential disasters such as the recent oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. he Gulf oil spill.
Gov. Bev Perdue on Tuesday, August 3rd, signed Senate Bill 675, the Medicaid Anti-Kickback law, part of her proposed package of initiatives to fight fraud, waste and abuse in the state’s Medicaid system. These actions, announced in the spring with Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Lanier Cansler and included in the governor’s budget and legislative package, could potentially save millions by ferreting out unethical providers that bill Medicaid for services their patients did not need.
For a "$5 for the Fifth" donation, parents and kids can come down to 1128 Burke Street (next to Burke Street Pizza) between 10 and 3 pm on both Tuesday, August 3rd and Tuesday, August 10th to pick up poster board and markers plus an idea sheet to make a poster for Billy Kennedy for Congress! Take your materials home and make a super poster to be used at our Sign Rally on Tuesday, August 17th. Materials can be picked up anytime between 10 and 3 that day or Tuesday, August 10th. Of course, you can use your own supplies from home, as well. Tuesday, August 3rd and Tuesday, August 10th FCDP Headquarters Poster Pick-up!
Winston-Salem GoExpo - Saturday, September 25th
The City of Winston-Salem is having its first GoExpo on Saturday, September 25, 2010. GoExpo wants to present products, services, resources and information that promote healthier, more ecologically sound lifestyles, and that educate attendees about the impact of consumer actions and choices on the environment. Exhibitors will include companies, government and non-profits whose products and operations have (or will soon have) significantly reduced environmental impact, and promote long-term sustainability. Visit the City's website to see how you can get involved as an exhibitor, or be a volunteer at GoExpo. www.goexpows.com.
Paid for by the Forsyth County Democratic Party
Post Office Box 20621, Winston-Salem, NC 27120-0621
Not authorized by any candidate or candidate committee.
Please join us for the Wednesday, September 15 monthly luncheon, 12:30, at the FCDP HQ, 1128 Burke St. Our special guest will be Sen. Linda Garrou. Come learn about the NC Women Vote project, too! If you would like to order a deli sandwich, please click on the link below. Of course, you are welcome to bring your own lunch or drink. All good Democrats are invited to attend!