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— John F. Kennedy

 

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NEWS





DOING (Democrats Organizing In Neighborhood Groups) Gears Up for 2020

 

We know Democrats are working hard for the same purpose: to get Democrats elected to pass progressive legislation and stop the rightward trend in our state and country.  We all want to increase the number of Democratic votes.That is why we came up with the DOING (Democrats Organizing in Neighborhood Groups) model. The goal of DOING is to help establish ongoing contact with as many Democratic voters as we can. It is doable and fun for people to organize their neighbors. People in each precinct can work together to build community and mobilize Democrats in their local are to vote.

 

For our first DOING initiative, we are focusing on already registered Democrats who do not vote in every election.  If we all vote, we win. Our local Democratic candidates are winning and losing on very narrow margins. A few more voters can make a huge difference.

 

If you would like to help out, we have three canvasses already scheduled for January (details below), and expect many more over the next few months. Sign up to canvas one or all. Join our Mobilization group (the MOB Squad!) and help change the world! If you are a precinct official and need more information about DOING so that you can schedule your precinct canvass, please contact Susanne Werner at [email protected].

 



Two Important Dates To Put On Your Calendar For January

 

Our organizing for 2020 begins with precinct organization in February and we have less flexibility than we do in non-presidential election years. Accordingly, we urge you to put the January 14 Precinct Organization Training on your calendar now, so that you don't miss it. Likewise, at our Monthly Meeting On January 27 we need a quorum to elect two new SEC members, so if you are a Precinct Chair, Precinct Vice Chair or SEC member, it is important for you to attend so we have a quorum for a vote.  If you cannot attend, you can send a proxy with a written statement from you that they are authorized to attend as your proxy. See time and place details for both events below.

 

Bloomberg Campaign Seeks Housing for Staff

 

The Michael Bloomberg 2020 campaign team is arriving soon  in North Carolina. A campaign announcement said "We're super excited to get to work! We're looking for supporter housing for some of our staff in the Wilmington area through the March 3rd Primary." If you have an extra room in your house and are willing to house a Bloomberg campaign staffer, please reach out to Robin Briendel at [email protected]. 

 

EVENTS

Editor's Note: NHCDP aims to help all the Democratic presidential campaigns to be effective in New Hanover, so if you find out about events or canvasses planned by Democratic candidates, please send them to the editor of these emails.

Filing for November 2020 Election -- Open till December 20

 



When: Weekdays till December 20, 2019

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

 

Persons wanting 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 incumbents may be found at  [link removed] 

 

Filing for US Congress was stayed by a Wake County court on November 15th. That stay was lifted on Monday December 2nd after the Court decided that it was too late in the election cycle to consider claims that the redrawn districts still constitute unconstitutional gerrymanders.

 



 

Dr. Kyle Horton to File for County Commission Today -- December 16

 

When: Monday, December 16, Noon

Where: Board of Elections, 230 Government Drive, Wilmington

 

Dr. Kyle Horton launches her campaign for County Commissioner! She hopes many of you will join her as she files at the NHC Board of Elections on Monday, December 16th at noon. She plans to build on the momentum from her 2018 campaign to put a Doctor in the House, having easily carried the vote in New Hanover County. 

 

Cancelled: New Hanover County Democratic Party Monthly Meeting -- December 16

 

NHCDP meetings are ordinarily held on the third Monday of the month, but there will be no meeting on December 16. Instead we will gather for a holiday party at Foxes Boxes on December 21.  In January our monthly meeting will be held on the fourth Monday, January 27th, because the third Monday is MLK day.

 

Dinner to Meet Cal Cunningham, Candidate for U.S. Senate -- December 17

 

When: Tuesday, December 17, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Where:  Wilmington (You must register to get address) 

 

Cal Cunningham is running for U.S Senate to replace Thom Tillis. He is having a dinner event in Wilmington and is looking forward to answering questions and laying out his vision for North Carolina. To RSVP and purchase tickets, click here.

Come meet Cal and get the chance to ask him questions and hear his vision for North Carolina!  

 

Before Kwanza Celebration -- December 17

 

When: Tuesday, December 17, 6:30 p.m.

Where:  Robert Taylor Homes Banquet Room, 1308 North 5th Street, Wilmington

 

Before Kwanzaa Celebration will be the theme of the year-end meeting of the National Black Leadership Caucus NHC Chapter. The program will include Resources for Kwanzaa, Listing of Black Businesses to support in the City, Why the Census is important to the African American community and other issues.

 

The event is free and open to the public. Bring a canned good for the organization's food drive and wearing African attire is encouraged. There will be reflections from Islah Speller about the citywide upcoming Kwanzaa Event  sponsored by the Burnett- Eaton Museum starting December 26th  through January 1st. 

 

Christmas Lights Trolley with Marcia Morgan -- December 19

 

When: Thursday, December 19, 5:45 to 7:00 p.m.

Where: Meet at the Cotton Exchange, Front Street Entrance, 321 N. Front Street, Wilmington

 

Join Mrs. Claus and NC House District 19 Candidate Ret. Col. Marcia Morgan as they hop aboard the Cape Fear Trolley and wassail your way throughout the Historic District and ooh! and aah! over the beautiful homes decked out for the Christmas holiday. Remember to arrive by 5:45 p.m. to fill your cup with holiday cheer and board our "sleigh" on time.

 

Tickets will go fast for this unique holiday event! Get yours today by clicking here.  Proceeds benefit the Marcia Morgan campaign.

 

Democratic Debate Watch Party -- December 19

 

When: Thursday, December 19, approximately 8:00 p.m. to midnight

Where:  Home of Madeliene Henley and Jim Fleagle, 8209 Furtado Drive, Wilmington

 

Assuming that Loyola University settles its’ dispute with Local 11 and a debate is actually held, New Hanover County Democrats are welcome to gather at the home of Precinct H12 Chair Madeleine Henley and Jim Fleagle to cheer our candidates on. Plan to arrive about half an hour before the debate begins. BYOB and if you like, bring a dish to share. RSVP by emailing Madeleine at [email protected]

 

NHCDP Holiday Party and Meet the Candidates Event -- December 21

 

When: Saturday, December 21, 3 to 5 p.m.

Where: Foxes Boxes, 622 N. 4th Street, Wilmington

 

The day after  the filing deadline for 2020 candidates, and the scheduled impeachment vote, Democrats will gather to celebrate and meet candidates. Enjoy the fellowship of New Hanover Dems, h'ors d'oeurves by Foxes Boxes and a cash bar

 

Leslie Cohen for County Commission Campaign Kickoff -- December 22

 

When: Sunday, December 22, 4 to 6 p.m.

Where: The Historic Firehouse, 602 South 5th Avenue, Wilmington

 

Join Leslie Cohen as she kicks off her campaign for New Hanover County Board of Commissioners. There will be drinks and food as supporters issue in the campaign season. For more details and to purchase tickets for the event click here.

 

Deb Butler Re-election Fundraising Event --  January 8

 

When: Wednesday, January 8, 6 to 8 p.m.

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

 

Deb Butler is seeking re-election to her District 18 seat in the North Carolina House of Representatives. The entertainment at this event will be headlined by Susan Powell, Miss America 1981. Ticket and sponsorship information TBA.

 

"You Can Vote" Rally -- January 14

 

When: Tuesday, January 14, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Where:  Unitarian Universalist Church, 4313 Lake Ave., Wilmington

 

The North Carolina organization formed to encourage voter education and participation will hold a rally and volunteer training event to begin the 2020 campaign season. To register, click here.

 

Important Precinct Training-- January 14

 

When: Tuesday, January 14, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Where: NHCDP Headquarters, 5041 New Centre Drive, Wilmington

 

All precinct officers and others interested in precinct work are invited to attend this training. You will learn everything you need to know to organize your precinct. You need to attend to pick up your precinct packet.  Please RSVP to [email protected].


 

New Hanover Democrats March In MLK Parade -- January 20

 

When: Monday, January 20, 10 am

Where: Parking Lot Next To CFCC  Schwartz Center

 

 

As usual New Hanover Democrats plan to participate in the parade. We expect to have a trolley, so you can choose to march or ride or some of both. Dress for the weather - it is usually colder than you expect. We expect some statewide candidates to join us in the parade. After the parade, we will warm up at Foxes Boxes at 622 N 4th St, Wilmington with Rachel's gumbo and adult beverages. Foxes Boxes is an easy walk from the end of the parade route. Join us!

 

Important New Hanover County Democratic Party Monthly Meeting -- January 27

 

When: Monday, January 27, 6 p.m.

Where: NHCDP HQ, 5041 New Center Drive, Wilmington

 

Regular meetings held the third Monday of the month. Our meeting this month is a week late because of MLK day.

 

​We need a quorum at this meeting because we will elect two SEC members to fill vacated seats, so we are asking all precinct chairs, vice chairs, and SEC members to attend.

 

Precinct Organization Day -- February 15

 

When: Saturday, February 15, Time TBD by Precinct Chair

Where: TBD by Precinct Chair

 

Because this is a presidential election year, the rules are a bit different. Instead of a ten day period for precinct organization, there is a single day, February 15th. There is a make-up day, March 14th for precincts that fail to organize in February.

 

New Hanover County Democratic Party Convention --  March 28

 

When: Checkin begins at 9 a.m., closes at 10 a.m.

Where: Board of Education Center, 1805 South 13th Street, Wilmington

 

Italian Wine Tasting Event with Marcia Morgan -- March 31

 

          When: Tuesday, March 31 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Where: Home of Anne York and Jeffrey Schrager, 305 S Lumina, Wrightsville Beach

 

Click here for a ticket.

 

7th Congressional District Convention -- April 25

 

When: Saturday April 25, Time TBD

Where: TBD

 

State Convention -- June 6

 

When: Saturday June 6, checkin at 10 a.m.

Where: TBD


 

 

Best,

Richard Poole, Chair

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