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"If right doesn't matter, we’re lost. If the truth doesn't matter, we're lost."

— Congress Member Adam Schiff


 

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NEWS




 

Important NHCDP Meeting Tonight

 

We need a quorum at our Monthly Meeting Tonight to elect two new SEC members. This is important in this presidential election year because the SEC votes to elect delegates to the Democratic National Convention, among other things.  Accordingly, 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 the vote.  If you cannot attend, you can send a proxy with a written statement from you that they are authorized to vote your proxy. See time and place details below.

 

Get Ready for Battleground North Carolina

 

The 2020 election may be the biggest in our lifetimes, and no state is more important to returning honesty and common sense to governance than North Carolina. That's why the Democratic National Committee is pouring millions in campaign funds into North Carolina and five other states won by Donald Trump in 2016. "The DNC is making historic, early investments to lay the groundwork for our eventual nominee to win in 2020," DNC chairman Tom Perez (seen here) told CNN. "We are taking nothing for granted as we work to make Trump a one-term president and win up and down the ballot in 2020."

 

"We are the most important battleground in the nation'" said Meredith Cuomo, executive director of the North Carolina Democratic Party. "The White House, the US Senate, the Governor's mansion, and the legislature all depend on us -- that's why the Democratic Party and the NCDP are teaming up to build the biggest state party infrastructure this state has ever seen."

 

Candidate Forums for County Commission and 7th Congressional District

 

The Seventh District Congressional Party is planning a candidate forum on Monday February 3rd at the Downtown Branch of the New Hanover County Library.

 

NHCDP is planning a Democratic County Commission candidate forum on Tuesday February 11th at Cape Fear museum.

 

Details of both events are listed below.

 

Get Ready for the March 3 Primary

 

North Carolina's election primary will be held on March 3, Super Tuesday, this year. A few things to remember:


One Stop Early Voting begins in a few short weeks, on February 13

You won't need to show a voter ID to vote in the primary.

17-year-olds who will be 18 by the November election may vote in the primary on March 3 if they register.

Dates and locations for early voting may be found here.

A sample ballot for New Hanover County is available here.


 

 

DOING (Democrats Organizing In Neighborhood Groups) Going Strong in New Hanover County

 



We all should be DOING something!! If you want to make a difference in 2020, consider joining the ongoing DOING effort to establish contact with as many Democratic voters as we can. People in each precinct can work together to build community and mobilize Democrats in their local area.

 

Here is a list of canvasses, which will be updated as new canvasses are added.



 

 

 

 

 

"Get Elected" Workshop Planned for March

Are you running for office or managing an election campaign? LEAD NC is organizing a two-day workshop in Wilmington on March 14 and 15. LEAD NC is a non-partisan 501(c)4 organization that provides training and leadership development for any North Carolinian who strongly supports LEAD NC's values such as voters rights, women's rights, transparency in government and inclusiveness. 



The training covers campaign messaging and story, base building, direct voter contact, fundraising, and campaign planning. The fee for this workshop is $40, and helps cover the cost of the trainers, food and materials for the training. Some limited scholarships are available. Please email [email protected] to inquire about a scholarship.



 

EVENTS



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 are 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 vacant seats, so we are asking all precinct chairs, vice chairs, and SEC members to attend.

 

Kyle Horton County Commission Campaign Kick-Off -- January 28

 

When: Tuesday, January 28, 6:00 p.m.

Where: Mad Mole Brewing, 6309 Boathouse Road, Wilmington

 

Team Elect Kyle Horton invites you for food, drinks, and fun as they officially launch Kyle’s campaign for the NHC Commission. More details on Facebook here. If you are unable to attend, but would like to donate, click here. 

 

Justice Mark Davis Reception -- January 30

 

When: Thursday, January 30, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Where: The home of Carolyn and Bruce Moskowitz, 2107 Ascott Place, Wilmington

RSVP:  Tiffany Reynolds-Richarson at campaign@justice markdavis.com 

 

Governor Cooper appointed Judge Mark Davis to the NC Supreme Court in 2019.  We must keep Justice Mark on the Supreme Court, NC's highest court!  Like some of our other Democratic judges and justices, he is up for (re)election. He is supremely qualified to continue on this court with our Chief Justice Cheri Bleasly and Justice Mike Morgan. You may register for the fund raising event here.

 

"You Can Vote" Training -- January 30

 

When: Thursday, January 30, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: You Can Vote Conference Room, 1st floor, 5041 New Centre Drive, Wilmington

 

Due to significant and recent changes in voter ID and other requirements, all YCV volunteers must be retrained in 2020.  We are planning many of events this year and urgently need all our volunteers to be ready to continue to educate, motivate, and register citizens!  You are also welcome to bring new volunteers who have not yet been trained. Please RSVP here.  

 

Common Cause "End Gerrymandering Now" Event -- January 31

 

When: Friday, January 31, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Where: Dennis Hopper apartment, 20 Wrights Alley, Wilmington

 

Join Common Cause at at the Dennis Hopper Apartment overlooking Historic Downtown Wilmington for a fun event with entertainment and food to support Common Cause NC's effort to end gerrymandering.  Featured are Broadway Star NaTasha Williams (Waitress & Chicago), 1st Runner Up & Talent Winner Miss NC 2019 JeRenae Raeford, and Award Winning Actress & Vocalist Elisa Smith. Tickets starting at $25 are available here.

 

Common Cause Twist the Night Away Gala with Chubby Checker -- January 31

 

When: Friday, January 31, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

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

 

Hear from Common Cause National President Karen Hobert Flynn, Billboard's #1 Recording Artist of All Time Chubby Checker, and the three talented performers from the End Gerrymandering Now event mentioned above. Chef Jessica and staff will provide the food. Tickets starting from $100 available here.  

 

Meet and Greet County Commission Candidate Steve Miller -- February 1

 

When: Saturday, February 1, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Where: Bottega Wine Bar, 723 north 4th St., Wilmington

 

Steve Miller, candidate for New Hanover County Commissioner, will be available to meet and answer questions. No donations will be solicited and there are no tickets to be purchased. 

 

Canvassing for Leslie Cohen County Commission Campaign -- February 1 and 2

 

When: Saturday, February 1, 10:00 a.m., 12 noon, and 2 p.m.; Sunday, February 2, 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.

Where: Launch for Port City Java, 3301 Masonboro Loop Road #101, Wilmington

 

The Leslie Cohen for County Commission campaign invites supporter for a shift of door knocking.There will be an opportunity to receive a brief training as well. To sign up for a Saturday canvass click Click [link removed] For a Sunday canvass click 

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FP07 "Lit Drop" Events -- February 1 and 2

 

When: Saturday and Sunday, February 1 and 2, 8:00 a.m to noon

Where: 8508 Lakeview Drive, Masonboro at the Cape

 

Federal Point 07 volunteers will pick up literature packets for distribution on both days. The Sunday event will be followed by a "Quid Pro Quo" Super Bowl party starting at 5:30. Contact Marlene Barney for RSVP at 703-304-7623 or [email protected]

 

North Carolina 7th District Congressional Forum -- February 3

 

When: Monday, February 3, 5:30 p.m.

Where: New Hanover County Public Library, Downtown Branch, 201 Chestnut St., Wilmington

 

Forum hosted by Sonya Bennetone. There are three candidates in the primary that are Democrats. The seat is currently held by incumbent David Rouzer.

 

Reception for Governor Roy Cooper -- February 4

 

When: Tuesday, February 4, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Where: The home of Anne York and Jeffrey Schrager, 305 S. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach

 

Cooper says the Republican Governors Association has named his campaign as their top target this year, so a lot of outside groups will be investing in North Carolina to try to flip his seat. "Your help now will ensure we have the resources necessary to continue making progress in this state," the governor said. For details and to register click here.

 

Democratic County Commissioner Candidate Forum -- February 11

 

When: Tuesday, February 11, 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Cape Fear Museum, 814 market St, Wilmington

Moderator: Kimberly McLaughlin Smith

 

We have been working on a forum for our six wonderful Commission candidates and have come up with a date and time and moderator. We anticipate a format where the candidates will be able to make introductory statements and respond to questions submitted in writing from the floor. If you want to submit a question in advance, you can do so by emailing [email protected]

 

Early Voting Electioneering for Leslie Cohen -- February 13 through 29

 

When: February 13 through 29, times TBA

Where: Early voting polling stations

 

The Leslie Cohen campaign for the New Hanover County Board of Commissioner is seeking volunteers to hand out literature to voters during the early voting period. To get information on times and places and to sign up for shifts, click here.

 

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 only one make-up day, March 14th, for precincts that fail to organize in February. If you want to know where your precinct is meeting, Click Here. If you don't know which precinct you live in, Click Here.

 

Federal Point Cluster Organization Meeting -- February 15

 

When: Saturday, February 15, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Where: Eugene Ashley High School cafeteria, 555 Halyburton Memorial Pkwy., Wilmington

This is an annual organizational meeting for all Democrats in Fp03, Fp04, Fp06, Fp07, and Fp08

 

Brewery Tour with Marcia Morgan -- February 16

 

When: Sunday, February 16, 2:00 p.m.

Where: Starting place TBD

 

Marcia Morgan, who is seeking election to the North Carolina House of Representatives, is hosting a tour of three downtown breweries with samples served at each site. Tickets to the event (seating is limited) can be purchased here.

 

SEC Meeting and Blue NC Gala -- February 29

 

When: Saturday, February 29, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Where: Charlotte, NC


 

2020 WINTER SEC MEETING: 

 

UNC Charlotte, McKnight Theater, Cone Center

9025 University Rd.

Registration 9:00 a.m., Statewide Candidate Speeches, 11:30 a.m., Meeting, Noon-5.

 

Proxy Form: [link removed]

 

SEC Pre-Registration (open until 2/14):  [link removed]

 

Hotel Room Reservations: (deadline January 28) 

 

Drury Hotel

415 West W.T. Harris Blvd.

Charlotte, NC 2826

 

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Or call 800-325-0720 and use Group Number 2402130.

 

2020 NCDP BLUE NC GALA: (After the SEC Meeting)

 

Hilton Charlotte University Place

8629 J.M. Keynes Dr. Charlotte

VIP Reception: 6:00 p.m.

Dinner: 7:00 p.m.

 

2019-2021 SEC Member-Only Link: [link removed]

 

General Admission Link:  [link removed]


 

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

 

Planning for this event has been upended because the new district lines have put several of the district officers, including the Chair, Francisco Rivas-Dias, outside the district.  New officers will be elected in January. Stay tuned

 

State Convention -- June 6

 

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

Where: TBD


 

Best,

Richard Poole, Chair

News Content by James Cummings

 

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Sunday, February 16 @ 2PM

Brewery Tour with Marcia Morgan

Want to support a great cause *and* enjoy tasty beverages? Join Team Marcia and friends as we ride the Cape Fear Trolley to three of Wilmington's coolest breweries and enjoy a sample at each. Limited seating available. Details and tickets: [link removed]

 




 

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