Jan 18 – Monthly Meeting – Endorsements, Elections & the Party

January 08, 2016

2016 is a big deal. There are a lot of important and exciting elections coming up. At this first meeting of the year we’ll be learning about the structure of the Democratic Party and how we can all get involved.

In order for our representative at the January pre-endorsement caucus to vote as our members determine, we’ll make endorsements in local state races.

We’ll also elect officers of the club for 2016.

Steve Rivera, former California Democratic Party Region 20 Director, will explain the party structure and the endorsement process. We’ll also learn how, as registered Democrats, any of us can run to become a member of the San Diego County Democratic Party Central Committee.

Having a voice in decisions made by the local Democratic Party is important for women and for progressives.

EndorsementsIn the 39th Senate District we have two strong Democratic candidates. Incumbent Senator Marty Block is running for a second term and is being challenged by Assemblymember Toni Atkins.

In the 78th Assembly District Todd Gloria is running unopposed.

Election of officersNominations include: 

President      Emily Bonner
Vice President Susan Peinado
Treasurer      Ramla Sahid
Secretary      John Loughlin

We’ll also be accepting nominations from the floor.

WhenMonday January 18, 7pm – Social Time from 6:30pm

Social TimeMembers are encouraged to get together from 6:30pm before the meeting starts.Please bring whatever light drinks/snacks that you’d like to share.

WhereAjA Project Building, 4089 Fairmount Ave, San Diego, CA 92105 (map)

The building is on the south-east corner of Polk and Fairmount, just north of University. Parking is also available at the adjoining Southern Sudanese and East African Community Centers on Fairmount Ave. Bus routes 7 and 13.

Questions?Call or email (619) 900-4751 [email protected]