The Democratic Party of York County has stepped up and sponsored a showing of Sicko! the Michael Moore film about the abominable state of health care in the United States.
The movie will be showing at the Capitol theatre downtown on Friday, October 19th at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, October 20th at 3:00 and 7:30 p.m.
It's recommended that you reserve tickets ahead of time - turnout could be pretty strong. I must admit that I can't wait to see it!
Showing posts with label Democratic Party. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Democratic Party. Show all posts
Friday, October 19, 2007
Thursday, July 5, 2007
Are enough Americans listening?
Thought all of you would want to listen to this essay from MSNBC, if you have not already. Use your browser and go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aCNFDdZ0uc
As we proceed in our local elections on our local voters' issues and concerns, are enough local citizens really listening to who will do what about local issues?
Are all the local citizens that are eligible to vote, also registered to vote?
Do they go to the polls on primary and general election days and actually vote?
Ask your family members, good friends, and neighbors whether they are active voters.
Encourage and support them in discussing the issues of concern to them (even if they are not the same as your opinions/views) because healthy dialogue is a VERY good thing.
Share this YouTube link with them and with everyone you know.
Are enough Americans voting? Voting to protect their children, their parents, and their wallets from those who believe themselves above the Constitution, from those so wealthy that they distain the middleclass, the working class and poor of America?
Are enough Americans even listening?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aCNFDdZ0uc
As we proceed in our local elections on our local voters' issues and concerns, are enough local citizens really listening to who will do what about local issues?
Are all the local citizens that are eligible to vote, also registered to vote?
Do they go to the polls on primary and general election days and actually vote?
Ask your family members, good friends, and neighbors whether they are active voters.
Encourage and support them in discussing the issues of concern to them (even if they are not the same as your opinions/views) because healthy dialogue is a VERY good thing.
Share this YouTube link with them and with everyone you know.
Are enough Americans voting? Voting to protect their children, their parents, and their wallets from those who believe themselves above the Constitution, from those so wealthy that they distain the middleclass, the working class and poor of America?
Are enough Americans even listening?
Thursday, March 22, 2007
Hear from the true roots of grassroots Democrats
Join fellow Democrats on Monday, March 26 at 7pm at the headquarters of the Democratic Party of York County. That evening you will hear from a panel of representatives of several of the Democratic Party clubs and societies describing what Democrats are doing in the neighborhoods and communities around you.
Do you worry that you do too little while talking too much about the state of American politics, the war in Iraq, the sleaziness of Karl Rove’s tactics that he learned as a White House junior staffer during Nixon’s presidency? Then don’t delay . . . opportunities abound for you to make a difference.
Join your fellow Democrats and learn how to you can become part of the Democratic Party solutions that our county and our great nation need at this critical time. Learn how to become actively involved on your own street, your own neighborhood to ensure your values are represented in your municipality’s elected leadership in 2007.
Let’s get York County ready to help Democrats reclaim the White House in 2008!
See you at 275 W. Market Street in York City at 7pm this Monday, March 26, for learning and sharing with your fellow Democrats and Progressives. Email me at jimpoland@jimpoland.com if you need directions for that evening
Do you worry that you do too little while talking too much about the state of American politics, the war in Iraq, the sleaziness of Karl Rove’s tactics that he learned as a White House junior staffer during Nixon’s presidency? Then don’t delay . . . opportunities abound for you to make a difference.
Join your fellow Democrats and learn how to you can become part of the Democratic Party solutions that our county and our great nation need at this critical time. Learn how to become actively involved on your own street, your own neighborhood to ensure your values are represented in your municipality’s elected leadership in 2007.
Let’s get York County ready to help Democrats reclaim the White House in 2008!
See you at 275 W. Market Street in York City at 7pm this Monday, March 26, for learning and sharing with your fellow Democrats and Progressives. Email me at jimpoland@jimpoland.com if you need directions for that evening
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
What's next ?
Last night a dentist shared his frustration with the dental health insurance environment that he must function within. He declared that his frustration is intense, but minor when compared to what his peer physicians must feel being squeezed between health insurers, malpractice premiums, and the government. For him, at times he feels like he should just conclude . . . “Close the doors. Turn out the lights. You’re done!”
Over thirty folks participated in a very lively program about health care coverage for every resident of Pennsylvania. Governor Rendell’s approach includes the health insurance companies as part of the solution and HELP Fund PA proposes removing those insurers from the solution because they have identified those very insurers as the root cause of the lack of affordability of health care coverage for us.
Great turnout, great event, exciting time had by all ! ! Thank you to all who participated and to Bob Kefauver for his assistance and his videotaping of the program for submission to our local public access tv folks.
Participants were asked what they’d like to experience in the future programs presented as the Grassroots Topics series at the Democratic Party of York County Headquarters. Their responses were exciting:
- Education Reform, including funding
- Fair Trade
- Consolidation of municipalities
- Immigration issues
- ACLU – the war on our civil rights – Patriot Act – Guantanamo
- Women’s issues
- Oil – money to the Middle East – oil pipeline
- How to run a tight, well organized campaign
- How to pick winning candidates
- Establishing a county-wide Human Relations Commission
- Joint meeting with all the other Democratic Party clubs, associations (Young Dems, Southern, etc.)
- Use the wall in there in the headquarters of the Party to provide photos and biographies of our leaders of the Democratic Party of York County
- Identify the elected positions that we need to recruit Democratic Party candidates for . . . in the current election cycle and the near future
- Defining ourselves and who we are and where we stand as the Democratic Party of York County for recruitment of Dem voters and candidates
Obviously, it was a fantastic night of lively interaction by your fellow Democrats and Progressives. Join your neighbors and your peers next month for the next Grassroots Topics program. Watch for details.
In the meantime, find a military service veteran (current service or years ago), his/her family members, and even those who grew up as military “brats” and thank them for their sacrifices and their loyal service to us all, to our great nation ! ! !
Over thirty folks participated in a very lively program about health care coverage for every resident of Pennsylvania. Governor Rendell’s approach includes the health insurance companies as part of the solution and HELP Fund PA proposes removing those insurers from the solution because they have identified those very insurers as the root cause of the lack of affordability of health care coverage for us.
Great turnout, great event, exciting time had by all ! ! Thank you to all who participated and to Bob Kefauver for his assistance and his videotaping of the program for submission to our local public access tv folks.
Participants were asked what they’d like to experience in the future programs presented as the Grassroots Topics series at the Democratic Party of York County Headquarters. Their responses were exciting:
- Education Reform, including funding
- Fair Trade
- Consolidation of municipalities
- Immigration issues
- ACLU – the war on our civil rights – Patriot Act – Guantanamo
- Women’s issues
- Oil – money to the Middle East – oil pipeline
- How to run a tight, well organized campaign
- How to pick winning candidates
- Establishing a county-wide Human Relations Commission
- Joint meeting with all the other Democratic Party clubs, associations (Young Dems, Southern, etc.)
- Use the wall in there in the headquarters of the Party to provide photos and biographies of our leaders of the Democratic Party of York County
- Identify the elected positions that we need to recruit Democratic Party candidates for . . . in the current election cycle and the near future
- Defining ourselves and who we are and where we stand as the Democratic Party of York County for recruitment of Dem voters and candidates
Obviously, it was a fantastic night of lively interaction by your fellow Democrats and Progressives. Join your neighbors and your peers next month for the next Grassroots Topics program. Watch for details.
In the meantime, find a military service veteran (current service or years ago), his/her family members, and even those who grew up as military “brats” and thank them for their sacrifices and their loyal service to us all, to our great nation ! ! !
Saturday, February 24, 2007
Join your fellow Dems ! !
Feeling like your Mondays
in York County are too dull, too quiet,
too ordinary?
Not this Monday, February 26th!
Event #1 - First DLA Luncheon of 2007
We want to remind you of our first Democratic Leadership Alliance luncheon of 2007;
at noon, Monday, 2/26/07, at the Harp and Fiddle Irish Pub (upstairs) on S. George Street in the city.
There will be a "State of the County" address by Mayor John Brenner, County Commissioner, Doug Kilgore and State Rep. Eugene DePasquale.
Cost is $25.
For reservations or more information, contact Mary Ann Bacas, 663 Madison Ave, York, PA 17404. or email her at: MA@Bacas.com
For reservations or more information, contact Mary Ann Bacas, 663 Madison Ave, York, PA 17404. or email her at: MA@Bacas.com
Event #2 –
“Health Care For Every Pennsylvanian”
is the topic of this month’s grassroots session
at 7PM on at the Democratic Party HQ in York City
at 275 W. Market Street.
Feb 26th The Democratic Party will have 2 speakers discussing Health Care in Pennsylvania.
Feb 26th The Democratic Party will have 2 speakers discussing Health Care in Pennsylvania.
- Chuck Pennacchio, the exciting and forward thinking US Senatorial candidate, is coming to York.
- Abe Amoros, or a representative from the Governor’s Office of Health Care Reform (OHCR), is also coming to YORK!!
The speakers are presenting competing Bills on Health Care for Pennsylvanians.
This unique opportunity to hear and question BOTH Plans also means we can INFLUENCE how our Representatives vote! Each speaker will take 15 minutes to share their point. There will be a question and answer period after we have heard from both.
Please join us at 7PM on Feb 26 at the Democratic Party HQ, 275 W. Market Street.
Additional information:
OHCR is presenting a plan called the "Prescription for Pennsylvania" or "Rx for PA". This Plan is a series of 47 Bills that will hold down escalating costs such as the uninsured using Emergency Rooms as their primary care system. The Governor has been traveling the state seeking support for the Plan.
The competing Plan is a Single-Payer Bill. HELP Fund PA or the "Family and Business Healthcare Security Act of 2007". HELP Fund PA on Feb 27th (10 AM - Noon) is in Harrisburg making a presentation before Democratic legislators. HELP Fund PA is hoping for grassroots support from every citizen to pack the House Caucus room with more than one hundred supporters. Keep that in mind while listening and questioning the speakers on Monday night.
Overall Agenda for evening of Feb 26th:
7 PM: Welcome and Announcements by Jim Poland, Vice Chair Finance of the Democratic Party of York
1. Upcoming Training & Events
2. Deadlines for the Primary
3. Call for Volunteers
7:15: "Rx for PA" by Abe Amoros
7:40: "HELP Fund PA" by Chuck Pennachio
Q&A Time: 20 minutes
Announce Next Meeting
Social Time
Adjournment
Wednesday, February 7, 2007
What's at stake in this year's elections
In the York County, PA community here is what is at stake for this year’s primary and general elections:
1 County Commissioner seat
3 York City Council seats
City Controller
City Treasurer
County Treasurer
County Sheriff
County Clerk of Courts
County Register of Wills
County Clerk of Orphans
County Prothonotary
District Justice 19-1-04 (in York)
District Justice 19-1-05 (in York)
Plus seats for various borough councils, township supervisor boards, and school boards throughout York County
So, how are you going to improve your community this election cycle ? ? ?
Sure, sure, sure - - - these local Democratic Party election opportunities are NOT going to directly change the course of the White House and Pentagon’s actions (or misguided actions) in Iraq. However, these officials will impact your moment-to-moment lifestyle in our lovely Central Pennsylvania community.
Supporting the election of grassroots Democrats will continue the momentum throughout our great nation that was evidenced by the November, 2006 Congressional and Senatorial election outcomes. Begin with your City, Borough, County, and School District offices and watch the influence grow toward the more sensible values and precepts of the Democratic Party’s members. . . you ! ! !
Click here to visit the local Democratic Party of York County website to learn how you can make the difference that leads the way.
Ask me how you can help in your immediate neighborhood and who you can reach out to in order to become involved. Email me at JimPoland@JimPoland.com or call #870-5070.
Don’t be shy, give it a try ! ! !
1 County Commissioner seat
3 York City Council seats
City Controller
City Treasurer
County Treasurer
County Sheriff
County Clerk of Courts
County Register of Wills
County Clerk of Orphans
County Prothonotary
District Justice 19-1-04 (in York)
District Justice 19-1-05 (in York)
Plus seats for various borough councils, township supervisor boards, and school boards throughout York County
So, how are you going to improve your community this election cycle ? ? ?
Sure, sure, sure - - - these local Democratic Party election opportunities are NOT going to directly change the course of the White House and Pentagon’s actions (or misguided actions) in Iraq. However, these officials will impact your moment-to-moment lifestyle in our lovely Central Pennsylvania community.
Supporting the election of grassroots Democrats will continue the momentum throughout our great nation that was evidenced by the November, 2006 Congressional and Senatorial election outcomes. Begin with your City, Borough, County, and School District offices and watch the influence grow toward the more sensible values and precepts of the Democratic Party’s members. . . you ! ! !
Click here to visit the local Democratic Party of York County website to learn how you can make the difference that leads the way.
Ask me how you can help in your immediate neighborhood and who you can reach out to in order to become involved. Email me at JimPoland@JimPoland.com or call #870-5070.
Don’t be shy, give it a try ! ! !
Monday, February 5, 2007
New group for teen Democrats forming
I'm so pleased to hear about the formation of a Teen Democrats chapter here in York. It's important for young eligible voters to become active in the process early on and to understand what's really going on so they can cast informed votes. Grooming energetic new Democrats is great for the vitality of our county party.
The first meeting of the Teen Democrats will be held February 15th at 6:30 p.m. at the Democratic Headquarters. For more information, contact Brittany Preston at flagchicbrit19@aim.com.
The first meeting of the Teen Democrats will be held February 15th at 6:30 p.m. at the Democratic Headquarters. For more information, contact Brittany Preston at flagchicbrit19@aim.com.
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
You go, Eugene!
Last year when we elected Eugene DePasquale to the State House we knew we were sending him to a place with a history of financial self-dealing. Pennsylvania residents were ticked off that our state representation chose to circumvent the intent of the law and take advances on the pay raises they voted for themselves. Some of the folks we drummed out of office in the November elections took their last swipes at our wallets by taking tens of thousands of dollars in "expenses" on their way home.
Well, Eugene has provided an itemized list of his expenses right out of the gate - what a concept! At last somebody understands the accountability we want to see from the legislators who work for us. None of this tiptoeing out the door with a check in hand. Full accountability. Way to be a role model, Eugene!
Well, Eugene has provided an itemized list of his expenses right out of the gate - what a concept! At last somebody understands the accountability we want to see from the legislators who work for us. None of this tiptoeing out the door with a check in hand. Full accountability. Way to be a role model, Eugene!
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Welcome to The Kicking Donkey!
My dad was a dyed-in-the-wool Massachusetts Democrat who taught me a lot about speaking my mind even when my views were unpopular. Little did he know just how much my perspective on government and its proper role in our lives would indeed reflect the minority view in my community - at least until now.
We have a resurging Democratic party now in York County, with strong leadership and a growing Grassroots effort. Just last night we brought our local Grassroots organization under the official party umbrella to enable its energy to continue to move us forward. Kudos to Ron Toomey, Mary Toomey, and Betty Marshall for providing that place for like minds to gather. During the past three years we've organized to better promote candidates, and we've gotten more informed about the issues that are affecting us at a national, state, and local level. We've had more solidly competitive candidates in more races. And we're building our network of community volunteers to get people registered and participating in the process of democracy.
If things go according to plan you'll see posts from various members of our York area community of Democrats - some to inform you, some to inspire, and some to do some ranting and rabble-rousing. Please add your voice to the mix - this is what the American way of government is all about!
We have a resurging Democratic party now in York County, with strong leadership and a growing Grassroots effort. Just last night we brought our local Grassroots organization under the official party umbrella to enable its energy to continue to move us forward. Kudos to Ron Toomey, Mary Toomey, and Betty Marshall for providing that place for like minds to gather. During the past three years we've organized to better promote candidates, and we've gotten more informed about the issues that are affecting us at a national, state, and local level. We've had more solidly competitive candidates in more races. And we're building our network of community volunteers to get people registered and participating in the process of democracy.
If things go according to plan you'll see posts from various members of our York area community of Democrats - some to inform you, some to inspire, and some to do some ranting and rabble-rousing. Please add your voice to the mix - this is what the American way of government is all about!
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