Gavin Newsom quits bid for California governor’s office
Oct 30, 2009 No Comments ›› Bruce LittleGavin Newsom, the controversial mayor of San Francisco, abandoned his bid for the Democratic nomination to run for California governor next year, succeeding term-limited Republican incumbent Arnold Schwarzenegger. Newsom said he made the decision with "great regret" because he "found it impossible to commit the time required to complete this effort the way it needs to ...
Continue ReadingFrom the GOOD Club November 2009 Newsletter: “EDUCATION IN CRISIS”
Oct 30, 2009 No Comments ›› allendirrim@yahoo.comAt the general meeting of the GOOD CLUB on October 14, two speakers were introduced by Dori Jones and addressed the issue of how lack of funding has impacted our local schools. The first speaker was Robin Lefkovitz, President of the Oxnard Educators’ Association, followed by Denis O’Leary, President of the Oxnard School Board. Robin Lefkovits ...
Continue ReadingFrom GOOD Club November 2009 Newsletter: “IT’S DOWN TO THE WIRE WITH MEASURE E”
Oct 30, 2009 No Comments ›› allendirrim@yahoo.comEndeavoring to Ensure Educational Excellence for Every Child The monies generated by Measure E will make a huge impact on the lives of students, teachers, and the Oxnard community, but it’s going to be close on Election Day, November 3rd. it won’t happen without the help of people like you. Here are some ways that you ...
Continue ReadingFrom GOOD Club November 2009 Newsletter: “GEARING UP FOR 2010″
Oct 30, 2009 No Comments ›› allendirrim@yahoo.comFor Americans in general and members of the Greater Oxnard Organization of Democrats in particular, all current indicators are pointing toward an acceleration of political pace between November 2009 and November 2010. Crises beget opportunities. So the opportunities are many. In addition to the elections, which will determine if Obama is able to sustain the political ...
Continue ReadingDemocratic Women’s Council
Oct 30, 2009 No Comments ›› Jody Avery SmithTitle: Democratic Women's CouncilLocation: Westlake VillageDescription: Brunch at Boccaccio's on the LakeStart Time: 10 A.M.Date: 09-11-14
Continue ReadingConejo Valley Democrats
Oct 30, 2009 No Comments ›› Jody Avery SmithTitle: Conejo Valley DemocratsLocation: Thousand Oaks LibraryStart Time: 6:30 P.M.Date: 09-11-12
Continue ReadingCalifornia Democratic Party Leader Alex Gallardo-Rooker Endorses Das Williams for Assembly
Oct 26, 2009 No Comments ›› VCDCC AdminSANTA BARBARA, CA – Santa Barbara Councilman Das Williams is proud to report today that Alexandra (Alex) Gallardo-Rooker, Vice Chair of the California Democratic Party, has endorsed his campaign for the 35th Assembly District. “Nobody has been a bigger champion for the Santa Barbara and Ventura regions than Das Williams,” said Alex Gallardo-Rooker. “Of all ...
Continue ReadingCongresswoman Lois Capps: Health Reform Update
Oct 26, 2009 No Comments ›› VCDCC AdminBy Lois Capps The weather may be cooling off in Washington, but health reform is still the hottest topic! We’ve made tremendous progress since the last time I updated you and we’re on track to send the President a bill by the end of the year. The House and Senate are working on combining ...
Continue ReadingDem Club Conejo Valley Monthly General Meeting, Thousand Oaks Library – October 13, Tuesday, 6:30 PM
Oct 7, 2009 No Comments ›› DCCVPlease note that our monthly meeting on October 13 is on Tuesday - not Wednesday as usual.Our speaker will be CLU Politcal Science Professor Jose Marichal. The topic is "Groundhog Day: The Recurring California Budget Crisis and How to Resolve It". Dr. Marichal has spoken to our club on several occasions in the past and his presentations are always entertaining and ...
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