News from El Dorado County Democratic Party   Calendar Donate   October 6, 2022 Newsletter   Save the Date: Nov. 8, 7:30pm- Election Night Mixer .......... Details to follow             Voter Hotline CADEM: Voter Hotline 877-321-VOTE (8683) California Democrats have a Voter Hotline available for any voting questions, assistance or concerns. Hotline is open now through Election Day, November 8th (hours below). Note: A printable handout is linked to the graphic below if you would like to take a copy with you to the polls.       Candidate Corner   Canvass in Folsom with Team Kermit When: Saturday, Oct 8th 10am - 1pm Where: Folsom area Register to get location details Register here Check out Dr. Kermit's website here Join us as we knock doors for Dr. Kermit Jones in the area around Folsom! This is one of the most competitive districts in the country and we need to have as many face-to-face conversations with voters at possible. We launch canvassers 7 days a week all over the district, but Saturday is always a great day to speak with voters. We will meet at our Folsom location and then go out to help Kermit get elected in November! We invite you to join us in reaching out and connecting with voters. Volunteers will be canvassing Democrat voter households in Camino and Pollock Pines to remind them to return their ballots, distributing a local slate card, along with information about endorsed candidates. We need your help to motivate and remind voters to return their ballots. Come and meet new Democratic friends. Note: Volunteer drivers & canvassers needed. EDC Democrats: Rally & Canvass for Brooke Laine, Kermit Jones & Tim Robertson When: Saturday, Oct 15th 9am - 1pm Where: Camino & Pollock Pines areas Register to get location details Register here Phonebank for Dr. Kermit Jones (CD3) When: Every Saturday thru November 5th 2 - 4PM Where: Virtual event Join from anywhere Sign up to volunteer here Check out Dr. Kermit's website here Dr. Kermit Jones is running in an open seat that is considered one of the most competitive in the country. It is on the 'Red to Blue' list, which means that a good Democratic candidate can flip this seat. Kermit is that candidate! This seat will help us maintain control of Congress. We use an automatic dialer, which means you do not have to spend time dialing the numbers. Training will be provided, and in no time you will be an expert on the system and on Dr. Kermit! RSVP so we know you will be joining us! Join us to knock on doors for Tim Robertson in El Dorado Hills and Cameron Park! With weeks to go until ballots get sent out, now is the perfect time to introduce voters to Tim. First time canvassing? We'll give you everything you need to get started, including a complete training and talking points. Just bring your smartphone and download the MiniVAN app in advance. And be prepared for the weather - bring water and wear hats, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes. Canvassing: Tim Robertson for State Senate When: Saturday October 8th 9AM - Noon Where: Bella Bru Cafe 3941 Park Drive Ste. 72 El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Sign up here         Member Corner Bringing High Speed Internet to El Dorado County Today, access to high-speed internet is recognized as a necessary utility for individual, community, economic, academic, emergency, and societal growth and resilience. El Dorado County is well ahead of many other rural jurisdictions, although it may not seem so to those who do not have access to broadband. Paul Penn El Dorado County Full article here Yard Signs: Delivery to Your West Slope Home Our member, Urs Shuler, has volunteered to deliver and install yard signs to your home or business in West Slope. Signs are available for Tim Robertson (Senate District 4) and Mike Barkley (Congressional District 5). To request a sign, please send a short email to Urs here including your name, address and requested sign.       Election Resources   EDP General Meeting When: Sunday, October 9th 3:30 - 5:00PM Where: Placerville Town Hall 549 Main Street or Virtual Registration and Online information here The El Dorado Progressives will be holding a General Meeting on October 9th. Main Focus will be an in-depth exploration of California's 2022 Ballot Measures. Presentation will be both in-person and online. Prop Talk: YES on 29 When: Wed, Oct 12th 6:30 - 7:00PM Where: Virtual Event Join from Anywhere Register here Join us on October 12 to learn about Yes on Prop 29. Dialysis patients deserve protection under the law. Prop 29 will help ensure they receive safe treatment in dialysis clinics under the care of a doctor or another highly trained clinician in case of emergencies, without risk of infection, and without discrimination The California Democratic Party leads the nation’s largest Voter Protection effort, composed of attorneys, poll workers, and dedicated Californians who all work to make voting easier and more inclusive. As a volunteer with CADEM’s Voter Protection Team you have the choice to become a Voter Protection Resource Hotline Operator (remote around the state) or Poll Monitor (in-person).  Having a strong, diverse team of volunteers who can answer questions and offer assistance is essential to making sure every single Californian can cast their ballot with confidence. CA Dem: Voter Protection Team Now more than ever, we must defend the fundamental right to vote. By defending the right to vote, we strengthen Democracy itself. Will you join us? Volunteer Here Today CADEM Voter Protection Resource Hotline 1-877-321-VOTE         Democratic Club News   United Democrats of El Dorado County Upcoming Events: Thursday, October 13th Ballot Discussion Group Placerville Drive Raley's Community Room at 6PM Thursday, October 20th Guest Speaker: Nicole Gotberg, Candidate for Placerville City Council Tuesday, November 8th Election Night Gathering Round Table on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville 5:00 - 9:00PM Sunday, December 4th Holiday Party Democratic Women of El Dorado County Upcoming Meetings: Thursday, October 13th Guest Speakers: Planned Parenthood representative & Margaret Fortune: November Ballot Propositions Thursday, November 10th: TBA Thursday, December 8th: Holiday Party General Club Information: Get Involved Click below to get connected to our club websites. They have the latest news from our club presidents including activities, events and membership. 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