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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 designate a representative from your precinct as your 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
NHCDP Is Looking for Inside Poll Observers For The 2020 Elections
NHCDP needs observers to serve inside polling places during the Primary and General Election this year. Here's what you need to know: We can appoint you to go inside a polling place to observe either for specific four hour shifts or as a roving observer with access to all polling places. The other organizations recruiting observers like Common Cause and Democracy NC cannot appoint you to be an inside observer. Signing up as an NHCDP poll observer enables you to help ensure the integrity of the 2020 election. We will identify appropriate training and assign you to observe either at you own precinct or other high priority precincts. If you are interested, please click here to sign up.
"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 is $40, and helps cover the cost of the trainers, food and materials for the training. Please feel free to register now to reserve your seat even if you are facing a primary. Some scholarships are available. Email [email protected] for details.
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
When: Friday, January 31, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Dennis Hopper apartment, 20 Wrights Alley, Wilmington
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
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
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
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]
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.
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
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: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S8VZoEKRr5AMaFh3ltUV_evDCUKygmLQ/view?usp=sharing
SEC Pre-Registration (open until 2/14): https://forms.gle/N46NjUeQLPA99kBH9
Hotel Room Reservations: (deadline January 28)
Drury Hotel
415 West W.T. Harris Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 2826
https://www.druryhotels.com/bookandstay/newreservation/?groupno=2402130
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: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/sec-blue-nc-2020#basics. General Admission Link: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/blue-nc-2020. Please notify Richard Poole when you buy your ticket if you want to be seated with others from New Hanover County.
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
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
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