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Good morning Democrats,

Our State Committeewoman, Jeanne Walther, and State Committeeman, Michael Walther, are pleased to share the following information regarding the upcoming Democratic National Convention District 8 Delegate Election this weekend.

Indian River County is part of U.S. Congressional District 8, which includes all of Indian River County, all of Brevard County and a portion of eastern Orange County. On Saturday, April 20, from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM Florida Democrats will gather at their Congressional District Caucuses across the state to elect 146 district-level delegates to the Democratic National Convention to be held in Chicago.

District 8 will elect a total of 5 delegates –3 males and 2 females - from the candidates listed below. Voting for Convention Delegates will occur Saturday (4/20) from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Indian River Dems Office – 2345 14 th Ave in Vero Beach and at the Brevard Dems Office - 2955 Pineda Plaza Way, Ste 123 in Melbourne.

Voting is open and accessible to all registered Democrats in District 8. Please bring your driver’s license or other photo-ID. Once a voter’s status is verified, they will receive a ballot – to elect District 8 delegates to support Joe Biden - the Democrat Party’s presidential candidate. Ballots with over-votes will be voided and not counted. Ballots with under votes will be counted. Once voting is concluded, the ballots will be tallied and results will be announced and certified to the Florida Democratic Party.
TIME TO PARTY

We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Indian River County Democrats Election Year Kickoff & Ice Cream Social! Enjoy ice cream, cookies, and connections with fellow Democrats while discovering how to get involved. Join us at our Democratic Headquarters located at 2345 14th Ave, Vero Beach on Sunday April 28 from 2-5 PM. Let us know you're coming HERE ([link removed]) .
RSVP HERE ([link removed])
WANTED: Candidates & Candidate Supporters
Don’t agree with elected officials? It is hard to complain when there are no likeminded candidates running. It’s not too late to take a stand and run for an office. It’s easy to get on the ballot for a local or county office all you need are 25 signatures on a petition form or pay a $25 filing fee and create a campaign bank account. You have until the second qualifying period for
local offices, noon May 13, 2024, to file by petition or noon June 10, 2024 to pay the filing fee. Not ready to run, consider joining the candidate committee by calling the office at 772.226.5267.

Candidates need exposure to the voters. We request your help getting them into speak at local organizations.
Florida's Extreme Abortion Ban

In just over two weeks, women across Florida will face one of the nation's harshest abortion restrictions. On May 1st, Florida's stringent 6-week abortion ban will take effect, following a Supreme Court decision upholding the law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis. The ban's severity is such that many women aren't even aware of their pregnancy at six weeks.

Yet, this ban stands in stark contrast to the sentiments of the majority of Floridians. Recent polls indicate that over 67% of residents support maintaining access to abortion services. Over the weekend, USA TODAY/Ipsos released polling on Amendment 4, showing 50% support for Amendment 4 and 16% undecided. The poll also surveyed voters on plans to turnout, with 67% Democrats planning to vote in November compared to 80% of Republicans.

With moderate Republicans protesting in double digits and non-party affiliated voters breaking for Democrats in recent elections, it's evident that voters are rejecting extremism. Similar patterns were seen earlier this year when Democrat Tom Keen won his election in HD-35 because nearly 70% of the NPA vote rejected the Trump Republican running against him.

Polls are not predictive, and it's too early in the race to make assumptions about turnout or support for ballot initiatives. However, it's crucial to continue engagement efforts and ensure that voices are heard in November. Stay informed and engaged as we navigate this critical juncture in Florida's reproductive rights landscape. Together, we can uphold the values of autonomy and bodily integrity for all.

Florida is the battleground for all of our rights and freedoms, with voters serving as the last line of defense. Between now and November, Florida Democrats are organizing every weekend to register voters and re-enroll Democrats in vote-by-mail to get out the vote in November.
Join Our Efforts HERE ([link removed])
Retire Rick Scott
Rick Scott is refusing to answer for his support ([link removed]) for Florida’s extreme six-week abortion ban with virtually no exceptions. That’s because Scott knows his endorsement ([link removed]) of
Florida’s ban, support ([link removed]) for a national abortion ban, and attacks ([link removed]) on safe and effective medication abortion are deeply unpopular
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Rick Scott knows his support for the extreme six-week abortion ban could cost him his Senate seat because Democrats, Republicans, and Independents alike support reproductive freedom.

Florida is ground zero in the fight for control of the Senate and the fight for reproductive freedom and the fight against Florida’s dangerous abortion ban is shining a light on Scott’s extreme anti-abortion record. But take his own word for it ([link removed]) — he would’ve signed the bill into law himself if he was governor.

This November, Floridians will reject this extreme abortion ban and send Rick Scott into retirement.
Join the Phone Bank

You can access the Inactive Dems phone bank ([link removed]) any day of the week from 10am to 8pm EST. Join Florida Dems every Tuesday evening at 6pm EST for a brief training, should you need it, and to make calls together. Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far!

Explore other ways to volunteer HERE ([link removed]) .
Opportunities to Get Involved
We need your help! Our voter registration team leaders are eager to meet you. Pop into the office Monday at 11:30 a.m. to learn how you can join the team and register voters across Indian River County. Our team leaders will be available to answer any questions and help you get started.

Democrats of Indian River is currently seeking to strengthen our committees that interact with the community and participate in local government meetings. We are searching for individuals to spearhead the following teams:
* Get Out The Vote (phone/text banking)
* Poll Watching
* Vero Beach City Council
* Sebastian City Council
* Fellsmere City Council
* Indian River County Commission
* Indian River Neighborhood Association

To learn more about these positions, please contact the Democrats of Indian River office at 772-226-5267.
If you are interested in contributing Letters to the Editor (LTEs) and Op-eds on crucial issues within our community and would like to join our Editorial Team, please complete this volunteer form ([link removed]) .

Passionate about politics and skilled in crafting engaging social media content to drive online engagement? If so, we want you to join our team! As we gear up for the 2024 election year, we're on the lookout for a talented and dedicated Social Media Intern to help us spread our message, engage with voters, and amplify our impact online. This is a part-time, paid internship opportunity. To apply for the Social Media Intern position, please send your resume to .
To ensure your participation in the upcoming elections, make sure your Vote-By-Mail ballot request is up to date by visiting [link removed] ([link removed]*F) to request your mail-in ballot today.
DEMOCRATS OF INDIAN RIVER
Volunteer with Democrats of Indian River HERE ([link removed])

Steering Meeting
Wednesday, MAY 15, 2024 5:00 p.m.
ZOOM Meeting

Democratic Executive Committee (DEC) Meeting
Thursday, April 25, 2024 6:00 p.m.
Vero Beach Main Library Multi-Media Room

Voter Registration Team Meeting
Monday, April 22, 2024 11:30 a.m.
Democrats of Indian River Office

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Board Meeting
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 6:00 p.m.
ZOOM
Democratic Club of Indian River Meeting
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 6:00 p.m.
BigShots Golf 3456 US-1, Vero Beach, FL

Don't forget the 4th of July parade is on again this year and we'll be marching in the heat and showing our colors. Please plan to participate!

Join our club or pay dues HERE ([link removed]) .
Members, join our Dem Club Facebook group HERE ([link removed]) .
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Join our club HERE ([link removed]) .
SAVE THE DATE
DWC Luncheon
May 11, 2024 at 11:30 a.m.
Speaker will be Dr. Joe LaGuardia, First Baptist Church of Vero Beach
"Surviving an Election Year"
6001 Clubhouse Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32967
DWC Book Group Meeting
Friday April 26, 2024 2 - 4 p.m.
Bjorkman Room at Brackett Library on IRSC Mueller Campus

We will discuss, "Whole: Re-Thinking the Science of Nutrition"
By: T. Colin Campbell and Howard Jacobsen (2013)

Questions? Email
[email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
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GOVERNMENT MEETINGS
Monday, April 22, 2024 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
School District of Indian River County
School Board Business Meeting. Details here ([link removed]) .
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 9 a.m.
Indian River County
Board of County Commission Meeting. Details here ([link removed]) .
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 9:30 a.m.
City of Vero Beach
Regular City Council Meeting. Details here ([link removed]) .
Thursday, April 25, 2024
Town of Indian River Shores
Regular Town Council Meeting. Details here ([link removed]) .
Thursday, May 2, 2024
City of Fellsmere
Regular City Council Meeting details here ([link removed]) .
Wednesday April 24, 2024
City of Sebastian
Regular City Council Meeting at City Hall. Details here ([link removed]) .
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Town of Orchid
Regular Town Council Meeting. Details here ([link removed]) .

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