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NEWS


Former Senator Kay Hagan Fondly Remembered

North Carolina Democrats mourned with the country this week following the passing of Senator Kay Hagan. Sen. Hagan was a tireless champion for North Carolina -- and the outpouring of love and support showed how much of an impact she had on our state.On the day following the news of the death of former US Sen. Kay Hagan, the outpouring of praise and love for Hagan continued – with seemingly everyone, in and out of politics, chiming in on Hagan’s contributions, personality and dedication.

The Rhino Times of Guilford County said: "Hagan, an attorney, banking executive and 10-year state senator born in Shelby, North Carolina, served for one term as a US senator beginning in 2009. Hagan died on Monday, Oct. 28 at the age of 66, three years after she contracted encephalitis and was diagnosed with the tick-borne Powassan virus, a medical condition that ultimately led to her death.

 

"On the news of her passing Monday, Oct. 28, NC Gov. Roy Cooper ordered that US and North Carolina flags be lowered to half-staff through Tuesday evening in honor of the former senator who was beloved by so many constituents, family members, fellow elected leaders and others she worked with."

Fight for Fair Districts Continues

(From Common Cause) Common Cause of North Carolina won a historic case this year overturning Republican gerrymandered voting districts, but the organization said some newly proposed districts still are designed to give unfair advantage to Republicans. Plaintiffs in Common Cause v. Lewis on Friday filed a petition with the NC Supreme Court asking the justices to immediately the lower court's approval of House Districts  in two county groupings: Columbus-Pender-Robeson and Forsyth-Yadkin. Maps drawn by the legislature for New Hanover and Brunswick county will not be affected by the appeal and are likely settled for the 2020 election.

On Sept. 3, a panel of three judges in the Wake County Superior Court ruled unanimously in favor of plaintiffs in the case of Common Cause v. Lewis, finding that the Republican-controlled NC General Assembly violated the North Carolina Constitution when it gerrymandered the state’s legislative districts for partisan gain. The court ordered the legislature to redraw 56 NC House districts and 21 NC Senate districts following strict nonpartisan criteria and in full public view. For the full story on the new court action, click here.

In a separate action, a prospective candidate and other citizens filed a new suit in U.S. District Court last week seeking to bar the use of the legisla. According to Courts & the Law, plaintiffs in the federal suit say, "using a different map this close to filing for the 2020 primaries violates their right to vote and participate in an electoral structure to protect the integrity of the election process."

North Carolina Dems Sue to Restore 'Last Saturday' Early Voting

(From Law & Crime) Tar Heels are being denied their constitutional right to vote by Republican legislators empowered through partisan gerrymanders, according to a lawsuit filed last week by several organizations and entities aligned with the state and national Democratic Party. The lawsuit targets North Carolina’s recently-passed early voting law, SB 325, which severely restricted early voting across the state by mandating so-called “uniformity” measures. Those measures, due to their price tag, effectively slashed the number of early voting sites and dates on which many counties offered early voting in 2018. 

The GOP-enacted legislation also bans early voting on the last Saturday before Election Day–which is traditionally North Carolina’s busiest early voting day during any given election cycle. In 2018, North Carolina’s GOP-dominated General Assembly passed the controversial voting rights restrictions contained in SB 325. Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper quickly vetoed the bill and Republican legislators then overrode his veto to codify the new barriers into law.

Collection Site for Wilmington Political Signs to be Established at NHCDP Headquarters

Once municipal elections are over all the election signs surrounding polling places and lining our streets must be removed. Please help our hard working candidates by picking up signs in Wilmington next Saturday and Sunday, November 9 and 10. This effort is aimed at signs in Wilmington only. The area beach communities, which usually have fewer signs, are too far away to make bringing their signs to the headquarters practical. Starting with your precinct polling place, please fill up your trunk (or truck!) with Democratic signs and bring them to the Campaign Office at 5041 New Center Drive on Saturday and Sunday. We will return signs to candidates who want to recycle them and toss signs from candidates who don’t want them. Our candidates and Wilmington residents will appreciate your efforts. 

EVENTS

Election Day -- November 5

 

When: Tuesday, November 5, during normal polling hours

Where: In-person polling stations around New Hanover County

 

Elections for municipal offices will be conducted at regular polling stations. To confirm where you vote and to see a sample ballot for your precinct, visit the New Hanover County Board of Elections site here. 

 

'Party to the Polls' Event for Devon Scott -- November 5

 

When: Tuesday, November 5, 4:00 p.m.

Where: Reggies 42nd Street Tavern, 1415 42nd Street, Wilmington

 

This party is the culmination of the Devon Scott mayoral campaign, the last push to get out the vote before election day on Tuesday November 5th. 

 

Election Results Watch Gathering -- November 5

 

When: Tuesday, November 5, 6:00 p.m. to when final results are in

Where: Johnny Lukes Kitchen Bar, 5500 Market Street, Wilmington

 

Join other Democrats to watch the results come in. Johnny Lukes has a full menu, a full bar and TVs to watch election coverage.

 

'One Year Out' Fundraiser for Planned Parenthood -- November 7

 

When: Thursday, November 7, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Where: Blockade Runner Resort, 275 Waynick Blvd., Wrightsville Beach

 

Join Planned Parenthood VOTES! South Atlantic and hear from Rep. Deb Butler and Sen. Harper Peterson about what it will take to have a majority win in 2020 for reproductive rights! You will also hear from our VP of External Affairs, Paige Johnson. Tickets are $50. For reservations click here. 

 


Southeast North Carolina Veterans Day Parade -- November 9

 

When: Saturday, November 9, 11:00 a.m.

Where: On Front Street from Brunsick Street to Orange Street, Downtown Wilmington

 

A parade honoring veterans will be held in Downtown Wilmington on Saturday. All veterans are invited to be in the parade. Free flags will be available to parade goers. For more information or to volunteer or become a sponsor contact Dan Higgins at (910) 279-0956 or visit the website at www.sencveteransparade.com

 

Drop Off Wilmington Election Signs at Office - November 9th and 10th


 



When: November 9th and 10th, Noon - 6 p.m.



Where: West End of Building, NHCDP HQ, 5041 New Center Drive, Wilmington



 



Signs should be stacked neatly by candidate on the far end of the building (the West end). We will have volunteers there on Saturday and Sunday afternoon to show you where they go. If you bring them at another time please stack them by candidate at the far end of the building and not next to the front door. This applies to Wilmington signs only.



 

Roundtable Discussion in Support of Harper Peterson -- November 10

 

When: Sunday, November 10, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Where: 305 South Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach

 

Please join NC Senator Harper Peterson for a round table discussion. Friends and neighbors will share 10-20 written words to one question, "What moment in American history galvanized your love for our country?" Enjoy great company, hors d'oeuvres, beer & wine, and lively conversation with a beautiful oceanfront view. RSVP here: bit.ly/DiscussionwithNCSenatorPeterson

 

You Can Vote Fundraiser With Anita Earls and Allison Riggs -- November 13

 

When: Wednesday, November 13, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Where:  Home of Sherwin Suddreth & Morris West, Wrightsville Beach

 

You Can Vote is an organization that supports voter registration, education, empowerment and turnout. YCV Founder and Executive Director Kate Fellman will be there to share You Can Vote’s plan to reach historic turnout levels for 2020. Guest Speakers will be Anita Earls, Associate Justice Supreme Court of North Carolina, and Allison Riggs, Voting Rights Chief Council for the Southern Coalition for Social Justice. Click here for additional information and to RSVP.

 

New Hanover County Democratic Party Monthly Meeting -- November 18

 

When: Monday, November 18, 6:00 p.m.

Where: NHCDP HQ, 5041 New Center Drive, Wilmington

 

The meeting will include an election of an SEC Member and a resolution supporting WAVE Transit.

 

Reception to Honor Mal Maynard -- November 21

 

When: Thursday, November 21, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: City Club of Wilmington, 23 S. 2nd Street, Wilmington

 

The North Carolina Justice Center is hosting a reception for Mal Maynard of the Financial Protection Law Center for his years of extraordinary advocacy and commitment to the practice of community law. The NC Justice Center works to reduce poverty and to build an economy where all families and communities can thrive. Tickets are $50 and sponsorships are available. RSVP to [email protected]

 

Wilmington Precinct 29 Awards Banquet -- November 29

 

When: Friday, November 29, 6:45 p.m.

Where: I.L.A. Longshoreman's Hall, 5th Avenue and Kidder Street

 

Mike Morgan, Associate Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court, will speak at a fundraising event to support the Williston Project, an effort to promote the history of what was once Wilmington's high school for African Americans. Tickets are available for $35 until November 8 and will be $50 thereafter. Payment should be made out to NHCDP, W29 for the Williston Project Inc. and mailed to P.O. Box 1102, Wilmington NC 28401. For information call Yvette McLaurin Robinson at 910-431-6355.


 


Filing Period for November 2020 Election -- December 2 to December 20, 2019

 

When: From December 2 to December 20, 2020

Where: County Board of Elections for state and local offices, North Carolina Board of Elections for federal offices

 

Persons wishing to run for office in the 2020 general election must file during the stated filing period. Instructions for filing may be found at  [link removed]  A list of current incumbents may be found at  [link removed]



 


Best,

Richard Poole, Chair

 

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