Jan. 5 Newsletter from the Fresno County Democratic Party

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Newsletter: January 5, 2022
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Happy New Year, California Democrats! (#Happy-New-Year)

Vigil for Democracy (#Jan-6-Vigil)

Melting Pot Roundtable (#Melting-Pot-RoundTable)

Mask Mandate (#Mask-Mandate)

DWIA Woman of Action (#DWIA-WoA-MC)

Anna Caballero Announces Reelection Campaign (#Anna-Caballero)

Melissa Hurtado Announces Reelection Campaign (#Sen-Melissa-Hurtado)

Covid-19 Booster Shot Phone Bank (#Booster-Phone-Bank)

Jim Costa Launches Reelection Campaign (#Jim-Costa)

For Potential Democratic Candidates (#Dem-Candidates)

Trivia Night Thursday (#Trivia-Night)

Campaign Season Kick Off (#Campaign-Season-Kickoff)
Fresno Council President Nelson Esparza Reception (#President-Nelson-Esparza)
Democratic Party Website and HQ (#Dem-HQ)
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As we usher in a new year, let’s remember that 2022 is an election year. New federal, state and local districts have been drawn across the State. Many ballot measures have qualified, and there are plenty more on the way. So, the stakes are incredibly high—not just here in California, but across the nation.

As California Democrats, we must lead the rest of the country to victory in 2022. We do it by engaging 10 million Democrats to connect with voters by any means necessary. If we do the hard work it takes to win, I know that our Democracy will be better because of us. Let’s get to work!


Democratically yours,
Rusty Hicks
CADEM Chair

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Thursday, Jan. 6, 4 p.m.–6 p.m.
Fresno City Hall

Jan. 6, 2021, saw a violent and deadly attack against all Americans—against our country, our democracy and our freedom as voters to choose the leaders that represent us so that we have a government of, by and for the people.

One year later, the same faction that attacked our country on Jan. 6 is hard at work silencing our voices by restricting our freedom to vote, attacking fair voting districts and quietly preparing future attempts to sabotage free and fair elections and with it our democracy.

So this Jan. 6, exactly one year later, Americans across race, place, party and background are holding candlelight vigils to say: In America, the voters decide the outcome of elections.

The promise of democracy is not a partisan issue but rather a calling that unites us as Americans. To prevent this kind of attack from happening again, our elected leaders must pass urgent legislation that will protect the country from anti-democratic forces who are continuing their efforts to destroy it.

Coming together, we can prevent another Jan. 6 attack and realize the promise of democracy for all of us—no matter our color, zip code or income—so we all have an equal say in the decisions that shape our daily lives and futures.
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The Fresno County Democratic Party will host a round table on Feb. 9 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. to discuss the different cultures that make our region great. According to U.S News and World Report, Fresno ranks No. 9 among the most racially diverse areas in America. Join us for a night of celebration and learning about the cultures that make our nation a melting pot. The event will be hybrid, so if joining in person please bring proof of vaccination. Sign up here ([link removed]) !

The state is mandating ([link removed]) [link removed] masks be worn in all indoor public settings—regardless of Covid-19 vaccination status—for the next four weeks through Jan. 15.

Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly said, “Frankly, hospital capacity is still pressed and challenged. We see that in parts of Southern California, Riverside, San Bernardino, Mono, Inyo County, we see it around the Central Valley and San Joaquin Valley, and in the northernmost parts of our state.”

“Even a 10% increase in indoor masking can reduce case transmission significantly,” Ghaly said.
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Democratic Women In Action (DWIA) will hold its 5th annual celebration, honoring Myra Coble as this year’s Woman of Action. Myra Coble is being recognized for her amazing work as a community organizer.

The celebration, which includes hor d’oeuvres and no-host cocktails, will be held on Jan. 21 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Pardini’s Tuscan Room (2257 W. Shaw Ave.). Basic tickets are $50, and all attendees must show their vaccination card.

Sponsorship Levels
$100 — 1 ticket + Membership
$250 — 2 tickets +Membership
$500 — 3 tickets + gift basket + Membership
$1000 — 4 tickets + gift basket + Membership
All sponsors will be listed in the program.
Please send checks to DWIA, c/o Theresa Barretta, 221 W. Herndon Ave. #22, Fresno, CA 93650.

For more information, please contact Gail Gaston at 559-681-3140 (tel:559-681-3140) .

State Senator Anna Caballero (D–Salinas) announced that she will run for reelection in the Central Valley Senate District 14, and issued the following statement:

“I have represented Merced, Madera and Fresno counties since my election to the California State Senate in 2018. In 2022, I will ask the voters to allow me the honor of continuing to represent them in the California State Senate.”

Caballero was first elected to the California State Senate in 2018, after previously serving six years in the California Assembly. She was the highest-ranking Latina in Governor Jerry Brown’s cabinet from 2011 to 2015, serving as Secretary of the California Business Consumer Services and Housing Agency.

As part of her reelection campaign announcement, she outlined what she has achieved and the directions she hopes to carry our state in the future.

“I have worked in close partnership with community and neighborhood leaders and elected officials from Merced, Madera and Fresno counties, and I look forward to continuing to support their efforts to improve the lives of their families and communities.

“Together, we have tackled issues that rural and agricultural communities face, such as high-speed Internet access, quality affordable healthcare, support for small businesses, fighting for adequate school funding, access to safe drinking water and funding for UC Merced/Fresno State Medical Schools.

“We showed resilience and real cooperation in responding to the Covid-19 pandemic and now we are working to keep schools, businesses and communities safely open and thriving. We learned a lot about how strong our communities are, but we also learned about the many needs of our community that need to be addressed. I look forward to helping us come back even stronger.”

State Senator Melissa Hurtado (D–Sanger) launched her campaign for reelection in the newly redrawn Senate District 14 and issued the following statement:

“When I first ran for and was elected to the State Senate in 2018, I made a commitment to never stop fighting for our Valley and to bring reliable and clean water supplies to our families and farmers, ensure food security, improve access to education and ensure everyone can get affordable quality health care.

“For too long, Valley families hadn’t had the kind of leadership they deserved in the Senate and flipping this seat, and getting to work for our families and communities, continues to be one of the proudest moments of my life.

“We’ve been in some tough battles and had tremendous success over the last four years, but there is still more work to be done. That’s why I am excited to formally announce my campaign for reelection to the State Senate.

“I am looking forward to continuing the work we’ve been doing, building on our achievements and doing even more so that every Valley family lives in safe, healthy and thriving communities.”

Senator Hurtado was first elected to the State Senate in 2018. Prior to her election, she served as a member of the Sanger City Council. She is running to represent the newly redrawn Senate District 14, which includes portions of Fresno, Madera and Merced Counties, and the cities of Atwater, Chowchilla, Coalinga, Dos Palos, Firebaugh, Fowler, Gustine, Huron, Kerman, Los Banos, Madera, Mendota, Merced, Orange Cove, Parlier, Reedley, Sanger, San Joaquin, and Selma, and portions of the Cities of Fresno and Livingston.
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The Fresno County Democratic Party will be having phone banks to help people schedule appointments for their booster shot or help them find their nearest walk-in vaccination site.

According to the CDC, among all fully vaccinated adults 18 and older in California, nearly 14% have received a booster shot. Join us to phone bank and help schedule our community for booster shots. We will have a short training before the event to get you ready!

Sign up at www.mobilize.us/fresnocountydemocraticparty/event/427493/. ([link removed].)

Rep. Jim Costa (D–Fresno) announced he is running for reelection to the U.S. Congress and issued the following statement:

“I’ve spent my career working to ensure everyone has the chance to be a part of a strong middle-class and has what they need to raise their families in safe, healthy communities. Navigating the global pandemic and expanding access to quality healthcare, especially in our rural and underserved communities, delivering cleaner air and protecting critically needed access to water for our families and farmers requires steady, battle-tested leadership.”

“That’s why I am proud to announce that I will be running for reelection to Congress, to continue being that leader. In Congress, I will continue my commitment to ensuring our families, children and small business owners can thrive in a post-quarantine world and come back even stronger. I am looking forward to the road ahead and continuing to serve our Valley and all Californians. I look forward to campaigning vigorously and earning the vote of those who call our Valley home.”

As a reminder, candidates for federal and state office in California have until Feb. 3 to register for endorsement consideration by the California Democratic Party delegates and party activists.

Legislative candidates will first be considered at the Pre-Endorsement Conference on Feb. 12, and all endorsements will be voted on and approved at the 2022 Endorsing Convention in Los Angeles March 3–6.

To stay up to date on CADEM’s 2022 Midterm Endorsement Process, here are some key resources:

2022 CADEM Endorsement Key Dates ([link removed])

2022 CADEM Endorsement Website ([link removed])

If you have any questions, e-mail the CDP political director, Ben Seinfeld, at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .

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Additionally, FEC commissioners and staff will participate in the San Diego Regional Conference Feb. 8–9 at the Hilton San Diego Mission Valley. The conference will offer in-depth training on the federal campaign finance rules relevant to candidates, party committees and corporate/labor/member/trade PACs.

Through large group sessions and smaller breakout workshops, you’ll learn about committee operations, how to report different types of financial activity, best practices, recent developments in the law and more.

This will be the only in-person conference of the 2021–2022 election cycle, and space is limited, so register today to reserve a spot. For all the details (including an agenda and hotel reservations), visit the conference website ([link removed]) .

Important Upcoming Dates

Feb. 9: Deadline for Signatures in Lieu of Filing Fee (optional) for State and Congressional candidates
Feb. 9: Deadline for Signatures in Lieu of Filing Fee (optional) for Board of Supervisors and Fresno City Council candidates
Jan. 31–Feb. 9: Declaration of Intention Period for judicial candidates
Feb. 10–14: Extension, Declaration of Intent Period if incumbent does not file
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Join the Fresno County Democrats for a fun night of Trivia! Bring your competitive spirit and let's see who the Trivia Night Winner is! We will be having this as both an in-person and virtual event, at the headquarters and online.
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Are you excited for the upcoming campaign season? We are too! Join us for our kick-off event! Get information about candidates running in 2022. Meet the Fresno County Dems team. Hang out with other volunteers and more! Sign up here ([link removed]) !

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Visit Your Democratic Headquarters! Our office is now open, and we can’t wait to see you again! Help us register people to vote or change to vote by mail. Pass out candidate or issue literature and pick up candidate swag too! Sign up to help us around the office!

News and events will alway arise faster than this newsletter can come out. That is why the Fresno County Democratic Party website is the best place to get regular updates on upcoming events in the area, as well as information on ways to get involved. There is also information on scheduled meetings of the many Democratic clubs in Fresno County, so you can find one that most suits you and your interests

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The Democratic Party HQ (1033 U St ([link removed]) .) is open 10 a.m. –2 p.m. Monday–Friday. Call 559-495-0606 (tel:559-495-0606) or e-mail [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]?subject=Re%3A%20Newsletter-1-5-22) for information or to volunteer.

Support your local Democratic Party by donation viaActBlue ([link removed]) or by mailing a check to Fresno County Democratic Party, P.O. Box 5795, Fresno, CA 93755.


Our newsletter is prepared by Francis Horan.

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