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Ellen Cogen Lipton Event in Berkley - Sun July 6th at 12 Noon
Ellen Cogen Lipton, candidate for the Democratic nomination for State Representative in the 27th District, invites you to join her at an ice cream social in celebration of the 4th of July weekend.
Visit her at the American Legion Hall on 12 Mile Road in Berkley to enjoy some ice cream and meet the candidate at the Berkley 4th of July Weekend Ice Cream Social.
• When: Sunday July 6th from 12 noon to 2:00 pm
• Where: American Legion Hall, 2079 12 Mile Rd, Berkley, MI 48072
• Price: Free and open to the public
• Contact: voteforellen@gmail.com or 248-399-9342
Breakfast with Sen. Debbie Stabenow and Brenda Lawrence - Mon July 14th at 8:00 AM
Please join Senator Debbie Stabenow in honoring Brenda Lawrence for a special breakfast fundraiser in Oakland County! Show your support for Brenda's campaign for Oakland County Executive and welcome Senator Stabenow to our team.
• When: Monday, July 14th from 8:00am to 10:00am
• Where: Bacco Ristorante, 29410 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield
• Price: Suggested donation $250 for hosts, $100 for guests
• Contact: Nicole at 248-557-5000 and http://www.brendalawrence.com
Candidate Forum for 27th District House - Thurs July 17th at 7:00 PM
The Oak Park/Huntington Woods Democratic Club is hosting a Candidate's Forum on Thursday, July 17th at 7:00pm in the Oak Park Public Library.
This will be an opportunity to hear from 27th District House Candidates Ellen Cogen-Lipton, Mark Richardson, Andy Lecureaux, Charles Findlay, and Kevin Weeden while giving us an opportunity to ask questions about our state and regional concerns. Light refreshments will be served.
• When: Thursday July 17th from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
• Where: Oak Park Public Library, 14200 Oak Park Boulevard, Oak Park, MI 48237
• Price: Free and open to the public
• Contact: Tom Zerafa at 248-591-9444
Precinct Delegates Appreciation Day - Sat July 19th at 1:00 PM
We want to say "Thank you" to all Precinct Delegates in the 9th District!
The role of Precinct Delegate is one of the most important in all of campaigning and is the heart of establishing and maintaining a vibrant and Democratic community.
Come learn about what it means to be a Precinct Delegate, and learn about the many tools and techniques at our fingertips.
• When: Saturday July 19th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
• Where: UAW Local 653, 670 E. Walton Blvd., Pontiac, MI 48340
• Price: Free and open to the public - but especially our Precinct Delegates!
• Contact: Steve Baker at info@9thdistrictdems.org
Berkley Democratic Club Pub Crawl - Fri August 22nd at 7:00 PM
Attention members and friends of the Berkley Democratic Club! Save this date as well - Friday August 22nd for our first annual summer fun pub crawl!
The pub crawl will feature establishments in the heart of downtown Berkley. The tentative schedule is:
• Amicis Pizza ... 7:00 pm to 7:45 pm
• Berkley Front ... 8:00 pm to 8:45 pm
• 24 Seconds ... 9:00 pm to 9:45 pm
• Hartfield Lanes ... 10:00 pm until ... ??
Stay tuned for more details, specifics, and more information. Thanks to Nicole Smithson for coordinating this fun event!
| Andy Meisner's Campaign for Oakland County Treasurer |
State Rep. Andy Meisner was proud on Sunday, April 27, 2008, to formally announce his campaign to be the next Oakland County Treasurer.
A crowd of supporters attended the high-energy event at the Troy Community Center. Andy was honored to also be joined by numerous political leaders and elected officials, including Genesee County Treasurer Dan Kildee.
They listened as Andy highlighted the need to protect property values and fight foreclosures.
As Treasurer, Andy Meisner will fight for the values that make Oakland County great: prosperity, innovation, and opportunity.
Sunday was just the beginning. We'll need your help to reclaim our county's prosperity. Join us!
| 9th Congressional District Convention Results |
Saturday, April 19, 2008
Thanks to everyone for participating and congratulations to our district delegates!
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Clinton Delegates
• Blanchard, James |
Uncommitted Delegates
• Martin, Catherine |
The purpose of the Congressional District Convention was to elect delegates and alternates to the 2008 Democratic National Convention.
Info from the Michigan Party:
• New party-run primary or caucus not practical
• Schedule change from March 29 to April 19
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