St. Clair County Democratic Party

New site

2011-07-14T05:39:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone. Our new webpage is at http://www.stclaircountydems.org/. Hope to see you there!

September Meeting

2009-08-31T08:02:00.000-07:00

The next meeting of the St. Clair County Dems is:

September 9th at 7 pm
Blue Water Labor Temple
2441 W. Water St
Port Huron Township

August Meeting

2009-07-31T13:56:00.000-07:00

The next meeting of the St. Clair County Dems is:

August 12th at 7 pm
Blue Water Labor Temple
2441 W. Water St
Port Huron Township

We hope to see you there!

Jocelyn Benson

2009-06-11T12:22:00.000-07:00

At the meeting last night, we met Jocelyn Benson who is running for Secretary of State. Very impressive!

Benson, a professor of law at Wayne State and author of a book on State Secretaries, declared herself to be committed to election protection, the importance of which can hardly be overstated (as I think we all remember from 2000 and 2004).

If voter protection is an issue you feel strongly about, maybe you'd like to volunteer to become a county coordinator for this campaign?

To find out more, you might check out VoteBenson.com and/or search Jocelyn Benson on Facebook.

July Meeting

2009-06-11T11:57:00.000-07:00

The next meeting of the St. Clair County Dems is:

July 8th at 7 pm
Blue Water Labor Temple
2441 W. Water St
Port Huron Township

We hope to see you there!

June Meeting

2009-05-30T05:02:00.000-07:00

The next meeting of the St. Clair County Dems is:

June 10th at 7 pm
Blue Water Labor Temple
2441 W. Water St
Port Huron Township

Getting updates

2009-05-23T16:42:00.000-07:00

You can receive an email to let you know each time a new announcement is posted in this (or any other) blog:

Go to http://www.feedmyinbox.com/.

Enter http://stclaircountydemocrats.blogspot.com for the URL, then your email address, and then click "submit."

Respond to the confirmation email you will then receive.

For a low-traffic blog like this one, it's an easy way to stay in touch. Another way to stay informed is to join the St. Clair County Democrats on Facebook.

Camp Millie - Jobs!

2009-05-23T16:31:00.000-07:00

Here's a copy of the latest announcement from the MDP's Justice Caucus. For more information, see http://www.justicecaucus.org/?q=node/3. -JJ

CAMP MILLIE – JOBS !
May 30 – 31, 2009

Learn More & Register Now!

Camp Millie is perfect for candidates, campaign staff, volunteers & activists for all state and local races as well as issue campaigns!

This is the same, highly-successful Camp Millie basic training on how to win an election. This year, each event will have a theme and the training program will include messaging relating to that progressive issue. The first of these themed trainings is Camp Millie -- Jobs !

Camp Millie continues to give participants the tools for effective progressive political action including: Framing Your Issues and Message Development; Volunteer Recruitment; Techniques and Strategies to Get-Out-The-Vote; Door-to-Door Canvassing; Phone Banking; Fundraising; Campaign Finance Compliance; Voter Protection Information; & Democratic Party Structure Information.

Camp Millie -- Jobs ! is a great opportunity for Camp Millie alumni to continue to hone their skills and learn new ones.

CAMP MILLIE – JOBS !
May 30 – 31, 2009

Learn More & Register Now!

UAW Local 412
2005 Tobsal Court
Warren, MI 48091

Sat.: Registration 8:00 a.m.; Program 8:30 – 5:30;
6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Dinner, Live Music & Presentation on Why America Needs a High Wage Economy (Labor History)
There will be a nominal charge to cover dinner cost.

Sun.: Program 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

$35 tuition (Includes training materials, continental breakfast, snacks and 2 lunches)

Contact Nan Melke at 734 641-8895 or at nmelke@gmail.com, with registration questions.

2009-05-11T04:26:00.001-07:00

The next meeting of the St. Clair County Dems is:

May 13th at 7 pm
Blue Water Labor Temple
2441 W. Water St
Port Huron Township

St. Clair County Democratic Party

2009-03-20T10:52:00.000-07:00

The next meeting of the St. Clair County Dems is:

April 8th at 7 pm
Blue Water Labor Temple
2441 W. Water St
Port Huron Township

Young Dems

2009-03-20T10:49:00.000-07:00

There is a 10th district Young Dems meeting scheduled for April 1, 2009 @ 7:00pm.

Location: 43769 Sweetwood Dr. Sterling Heights, MI, 48314

Contact:
Alan Lewandowski
810-841-3540
alanlew96@gmail.com

St.Clair County Democratic Meeting

2009-03-04T09:48:00.000-08:00

Wednesday, March 11, 2009 7:00 p.m.
Blue Water Labor Temple
2441 West Water, Port Huron Township

2008-10-21T19:29:00.000-07:00

Vote Straight Democratic Ticket November 4th

Bowling event postponed

2008-09-11T07:59:00.000-07:00

The Saturday Bowling event in Port Huron has been postponed.
Stay tuned for further events!

Patti Ries
Chair
St. Clair County Democrats

September 11 Meeting

2008-09-10T07:04:00.000-07:00

Thursday, September 11th at 7 p.m.
Blue Water Labor Temple

2441 West Water, Port Huron Township

VoterPalooza: Issues and Candidates Forum

2008-08-15T08:04:00.000-07:00

Saturday, September 20, 2008

2:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.

Municipal Office Center

Port Huron, Michigan

VoterPalooza: An issues and candidates forum

Statement of Purpose

On September 20, 2008, at the Municipal Office Center in Port Huron, The SCCDP will participate in VoterPalooza, an issues and candidates forum focusing on the major themes of the 2008 election. VoterPalooza will provide voters a chance to hear advocates for four political parties as well as candidates from four local races. We are inviting representatives of the Democratic and Republican parties to participate. From the parties' advocates, voters will hear the parties' positions on the two overarching issues of the campaign: the economy and national security.

From candidates, voters will get side-by-side comparison. With VoterPalooza, we hope to stimulate voter interest and encourage people to use their right to vote in this important election, perhaps the most important presidential contest in generations. The right to vote for our national and local leadership is a fundamental feature of our American citizenship. By providing voters information about Democratic, Republican, Libertarian, and Green party ideas for how best to stabilize our economy and keep us secure in a troubled world, and by focusing attention on four local races. By participating in this event, the SCCDP hopes to generate excitement about the democratic process and increase voter turnout in St. Clair County.

10th District Convention

2008-08-14T07:30:00.000-07:00

The convention will be help at the campaign office of Grant Hughes located at:
43727 Van DykeSterling Heights, Mi. 48314

Located in the Four Seasons shopping plaza.

If you have any questions please call Henry Yanez @ (586) 321-3058.

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Also this weekend a Camp Millie will be help on Saturday and Sunday August 9 and 10 in Warren,Mi.

Call Fran Brennan for more information at (734) 330-5525Oh buy the way, the cost is FREE!!! So don't miss it if you can.

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Last but not least don't forget the Obama watch party on Thursday August 28 at Hatchy's in Utica, MI.

August 14 Meeting

2008-08-04T06:33:00.000-07:00

7:00 P.M., Thursday

August 14, 2008

Labor Temple

West Water Street

Port Huron Township

Campaign for Change regional office opens in Port Huron

2008-07-26T12:01:00.000-07:00

Join friends and neighbors as we celebrate the opening of the St. Clair County Campaign for Change office, located at 221 Main Street adjacent to the Main Street Welcome Center, between Quay Street and Grand River Avenue in downtown Port Huron.

Sunday, July 27, 2008

Pot luck at 1:00 P.M.

Ceremony commences at 2:00 P.M.

Participate in the Yale Bologna Festival Parade

2008-07-20T18:08:00.000-07:00

Join the St. Clair County Democrats as they march in the Bologna Festival Parade, Saturday, July 26, 2008. Staging will take place at the Yale High School, 5:30 P.M. Parade begins at 6:30 P.M.

All participants must wear the "We are all in the same boat" presentation tee shirt. Purchase one for $10 or borrow one and return it after the event.

Celebrate Marilyn Day - July 19, 2009

2008-07-01T14:53:00.000-07:00

Join family, friends, and fellow patriots for a celebration of Marilyn Merrick’s life.

Saturday, July 19, 2008
1:00 P.M.
Marine City Lion’s Club
Ward Street
Marine City, Michigan

When Marilyn Merrick, Chair, St. Clair County Democratic Party, passed away March 20, 2008, she left behind her family, friends, and her compatriots of the SCCDP. As for Marilyn’s SCCDP legacy, it is impossible to quantify. Marilyn knew that our country was approaching a tipping point and she accepted the job of building up the local Democratic Party and getting it ready to work for positive change.

Matt Wuchte, SCCDP member, stated, "Marilyn spent the last years of her life putting an amazing amount of effort into recruiting motivated Democrats to further the fundamental principles of our party. I feel privileged to have been one of those people."

Judy Morris, Treasurer, SCCDP, said, "Marilyn really wanted St. Clair County Democrats to come together and work together. We are on that road now. As we move ahead, we will always be thankful for Marilyn.

SCCDP will participate in local parades

2008-07-01T11:16:00.000-07:00

SCCDP 2008 Summer Parade Scedule

Algonac
Pickerel Tournament Parade
2:00 P.M., Sunday, July 6
Staging, Lion’s Field, 1:00 P.M.

Port Huron
International Day Parade
6:30 P.M., Wednesday, July 9
Staging, Vantage Point area 5:30 P.M.

Yale
Bologna Festival Parade
6:30 P.M., Saturday, July 26
Staging, Yale High School, 5:30 P.M.

SCCDP’s visual presentation will include a boat and life rings declaring our Democratic values. Parade visualizaion life ring signs include:

HONOR EACH OTHER
VALUE U.S. WORKERS
SAVE THE MIDDLE CLASS
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
RESPECT SCIENCE
SUPPORT PUBLIC EDUCATION
DEMAND PEACE NOW
SUPPORT OUR TROOPS
BE COOL AND VOTE
RESTORE OUR RIGHTS
HEALTH CARE FOR ALL
PROTECT EVERY VOTE

Parade participants will also wear tee shirts printed with our guiding principle, "We are all in the same boat." All members and friends of the SCCDP are invited to participate. Please email Susan Alderman at aldermanwuchte4@sbcglobal.net to reserve parade tee shirts. Cost for tees is $10.00.

Upcoming Bowling FUNdraisers

2008-02-12T12:48:00.000-08:00

Sunday, April 13, 2008 - Bowling at the Colony Bowl in Algonac.
This will start at 5:00 p.m. and will include three (3) games of bowling.

Saturday, July 12, 2008 - Bowling at the Bowl-O-Drome in Port Huron. This will start at 1:00 p.m. and will include three (3) games of bowling.

At each site: Shoe rental is free. Food is available at individual expense. We welcome adults, students and children. More information will be forthcoming. For comments, suggestions or information, e-mail Anne Baker - annecbaker@hotmail.com

2008 SCCDP Committees Information

2008-02-12T12:25:00.001-08:00

BUDGET AND COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
CHAIR: JUDITH MORRIS
The role of this committee is to identify and utilize Party financial resources and develop a county wide communications network which will inform the public of our activities/objectives and acknowledge the accomplishments and needs of our Party members.

FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE
CHAIR: ANNE BAKER
The role of this committee is to identify and conduct fundraising activities throughout the county for the purpose of obtaining contributions for the Party and also to increase awareness of our Party and its purposes.

ISSUES AND LETTERS COMMITTEE
CHAIR: MONA ARMSTRONG
The role of this committee is to identify and respond to issues and events through contact with the media, our elected officials, offices at the local, state and national level and related groups as identified.

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
CHAIR: RACHAEL SIEMEN
The role of this committee is to identify, recruit and maintain membership in our Party.

PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE
CHAIR: SUSAN ALDERMAN
The role of this committee is to develop and disseminate a newsletter which will keep Party members informed of events, activities and initiatives.

RECRUITING AND CANDIDATES COMMITTEE
CHAIR: HOWARD HEIDEMANN
The role of this committee is to identify and recruit potential candidates and interested individuals throughout the county to run for political offices, and to assist with their campaigns.

10th District Dems

2007-10-21T09:41:00.000-07:00

The 10th Congressional District Democratic Committee invites you, your appetite, and your checkbook to a dinner/fundraiser:

Sunday, Nov. 11th, from 4-8 pm
Tina's Country Kitchen
50828 North Ave.
Macomb Township, MI 48042

Tickets are $40 in advance or $50 at the door.

For tickets, please contact the chair of the 10th district Dems, Henry Yanez, at (586) 321-3058 or henryyanez@hotmail.com.

St. Clair County Democratic Party joins the blogosphere

2007-10-11T19:07:00.000-07:00

The St. Clair County Democratic Party, whose platform includes fairness, equality, and inclusion, today joins the blogosphere.

We intend to use this forum to disseminate organizational information to our members.

We will offer our vision of a responsible, compassionate, and effective community. And, through the conversation a blog allows, we will hold a space for passionate and civilized discourse.

Finally, we extend an open invitation to our neighbors: Join us in our work to build a better world, and we'll start by building a better St. Clair County, Michigan.