"DOLLY'S DEMOCRAT ABOUT TOWN"

An Up-To-Date Information Guide for
Important Democratic Happenings in NE Florida ~ If it's happening, you will find it here!

DEMOCRATS LET US ALL STAND TOGETHER
~ I AM PROUD TO BE A DEMOCRAT
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CLAY COUNTY DEC NOVEMBER MEETING ~ SCOTT MADDOX WILL BE OUR GUEST SPEAKER !!!

Democrat Scott Maddox was former Tallahassee Mayor and Florida State Democratic Chairman, and President of the League of Cities. Scott promises to be a strong advocate to Florida farmers and consumers. Scott has announced in July that he is running as a " Democratic Candidate for Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services".

DATE AND TIME: November 23, 2009 (Monday) ~ 7:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Orange Park Library ~ Plainfield & Kingsley Ave. ~ Orange Park, FL ~ 32073

For more information, please contact: Tom Nazworth "Chair" at: nazworth@bellsouth.net or Dolly Simplot "Vice-chair" at: hotdolly@webtv.net
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DUVAL COUNTY DEC'S FUNDRAISER ~ ENCHANTED EVENING!!!

Launch the magic holiday season at the riverfront home of Dr. Harvey and Patt Sher. Join fellow Democrats for food, fun, fellowship and a spectacular sunset view over the St. Johns River.

DATE AND TIME: December 5, 2009 (Saturday) ~ 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

LOCATION: 2722 Beauclerc Rd. ~ Jacksonville, FL ~ 32257

Munch on heavy hors d'oeuvres & scrumptious holiday sweets.
Sip free soft drinks or enjoy wine and beer from a cash bar.

TICKET DONATION: $35 per person in advance on or $40 at the door (each ticket comes with 1 drink ticket for the bar)

RESERVE TICKETS NOW!
Credit Cards Accepted!

Call Democratic Party Headquarters at: (904) 390-7001.
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PONTE VEDRA DEMOCRATIC CLUB PARTY !!!

SAVE THIS DATE ...

Ponte Vedra Democrats celebrate this holiday season party at the home of Art and Jolna Thomas on:

DATE: December 5, 2009 (Friday evening)

DETAILS TO FOLLOW !
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DOWN TO BUSINESS ANDY JOHNSON !!!

Florida's best, most efficacious, most prescient talk show!
"Never neutral. But always fair,"

The Andy Johnson North Florida Progressive Talk Radio format...now moves to the powerful FM 105.3 WJSJ starting on:
DATE: Saturday, August 1.

Andy hopes to pick up one (1) more station South of Jacksonville soon, but, for now, FM 105.3 WJSJ will be the Andy flagship. For most people in Jacksonville metro area, FM 105.3 is a far better signal than any of the signals Andy has at present. Also Andy will continue to own nights on and weekends for progressive talk on FM 92.5 which is North of Jacksonville. Andy will continue to feature programs as Ed Schultz, Thom Hartmann, Stephanie Miller, Brother Stan the Union Man, and "DOWN TO BUSINESS ANDY JOHNSON".

ALEX SINK RUNNING FOR GOVERNOR!

"TODAY, I'm pleased to share with you th
at I've announced my candidacy for Governor of Florida in the November 2010 election, and I'm eager to work with you to put my business experience and know-how to work restoring our economy.
And, as Florida's CFO, I'll continue using my business experience to cut wasteful spending, crack down on financial fraud and reform state contracts.
For too long, we've had to tolerate a state government that puts playing politics ahead of helping families. Together, we can change all that, and give our state a fresh start. I hope you will join me as we fight to restore leadership to Tallahassee."

Sincerely,
Alex

P.S. Please visit my website to see my announcement video: AlexSink2010.com

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR GOVENOR

*Joe Allen of Key West, a retired teacher.
Michael E. Arth of Deland, architect, involved in urban redevelopment, author.
*Phillip J. Kenney of Panama City.
*Farid A Khavari of Miami, economist, author, business owner
*Mark Shepard of Hillsboro Beach, former aid to State Rep. Barry Silver, who was defeated in a run for a Florida House seat when he lived in Boca Raton.
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MORE EXCITING NEWS FOR 2010!

FLORIDA POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR SENATE RACE!!!

*U.S. State Senate ~ U.S. Rep. Kendrick Meek of Miami. Rep. Meek was Clinton's deputy finance director in Florida and has held his first fundraiser with former President Bill Clinton.

*Tyrone K. Brown Sr. of Daytona.
*Kevin A. Burns of North Miami.
*Chuck Lynch of Ft. Walton.

DEMOCRATIC POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL OF FLORIDA!!!

Dave Aronberg ~ Dave Aronberg states that as a State Senator he was able to do so much. With the Attorney General's seat now being vacated, he has the experience to make the Attorney General the people's lawyer once again. He has fought economic crime as an Assistant Attorney General, investigated international money laundering as an Assistant to the Secretary of the U.S. Treasury Departmet, and led a top consumer protection project as a State Senator.

Email: dave@dave4florida.com

Dan Gelber ~ Dan Gelber states that his years in the Florida Legislature have demonstrated to him that Tallahassee too often turns its back on the people, opting instead to carry out the narrow agenda of a few secial interests. The Attorney General is not merely Florida's top cop, but must also be the strongest advocate that every day Floridians have in government the person they know is worried about their safety and the security of their children, and the person who makes sure that their rights are not being trampled upon. He believes his background prepares him for this task, and it is a job he would be privileged to assume.

Email: dan@dangelber.com

AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCED

*Eric Draper of Tallahassee, a longtime Democratic Party activist, conservationist, lobbyist and current deputy director of the Florida office of the National Audubon Society.
*Thaddeus "Thad" Hamilton of Sunrise, an urban conservationist, current chairman, Broward Soil & Water Convervation District.
*Randy Hatch of Braford, former Suwannee County Commissioner, and president of the Florida Association of Counties in 2008.
*Scott Maddox of Tallahassee, former Tallahasse mayor, leader of the Florida League of Cities and Florida Democratic Party chairman.
*Mark Shepard of Hillsboro Beach, former aid to State Rep. Barry Silver, who was defeated in a run for a Florida House seat when he lived in Boca Raton.

FLORIDA STATE REPRESENTATIVE

Rick Minor ~ State Representative, District 9 (Democrat)

Rick Minor is currently running for State Representative because the people of District 9 deserve a strong Democratic leader who will stand up for the issues they care about. Voters expect better representative in the Capital and they want change in 2010!

Contact Information: email: RickMinor2010@gmail.com

LOCATION: 4334 Benchmark Trace ~ Tallahassee, FL., ~ 32317

STATE SENATE ~ DEMOCRAT OF JENSEN BEACH!

Democrat Bill Ramos of Jensen Beach is in a special election for State Senate, District 28 and needs the support of Democrats statewide. Support Bill and push back the Republican assault on Florida's citizens.

For more information, please email: info@mariondems.org ~ (Marion County Democratic Party)

STATE HOUSE ~ DEMOCRATS

Mia L. Jones of Jacksonville, the incumbent ~ District 14
Reggie Fullwood of Jacksonville, the incumbent ~ District 15
Larry Jones of St John's ~ District 19
Matt Brackett of Jacksonville ~ District 19

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CANDIDATE FOR US CONGRESS FL -10

Senator Charlie Justice ~ www.CharlieJustice.com

Senator Charlie Justice would like to extend his personal gratitude to all the hard working men and women who do so much to help make this country the greatest country in the world to live.

Thank you and may God Bless America ~ Senator Charlie Justice ~ Candidate for US Congress FL-10.
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CANDIDATE FOR CONGRESS ~ HEATHER BEAVEN ~ 7th Congressional District of Florida

SAILOR, MOTHER, EDUCATOR AND INNOVATOR!

Heather began her life of service volunteering in 6th, 7th and 8th at a local nursing home. As a freshman and sophomore at the University of Missouri, she served as volunteer firefighter. Following her sophomore year, Heather joined the United States Navy.

During Operation Desert Storm, Heather Beaven served as a cryptologist. For her service she was awarded a Navy Achievement Medal, and was appointed as the Command Training Petty Officer and Prevention of Sexual Harassment Trainer.
While serving in the Navy, Heather Beaven began volunteering as a rape and trauma counselor, something she would continue for years and, subsequently, serving as a hospice volunteer.

Heather was one of ten (10) female sailors to be the first to set sail on a combat ready vessel, selected by President Bill Clinton to serve on the USS Kinkaid, a Spruance-class Destroyer.

After leaving the Navy, she returned to and graduated from the University of Missouri (BA) and the University of North Florida (MPA). In 1997, at the age of twenty eight (28), she was appointed by Governor Bill Graves, Kansas, to oversee the Workforce investment Act and other labor and workforce training programs. During her tenure with Kansas, she provided wrtten testimony to Congress as an expert on an array of workforce development issues including Veterans employment & training. In 2000 she traveled to the Republic of Macedonia to consult with the government on workforce development.

Today, she is the CEO of the Florida Endowment Foundation for Florida's Graduates where she focuses all of her energies on helping young Floridians learn how to be the CEO of their lives. In 2008 her programs delivered a 97% graduation rate.

Heather and her husband Douglas have two (2) daughters - Olivia and Bella - and a dog named Coconut. They reside in Palm Coast, Florida.

Please visit Heather's website at: Heather@BeavenForCongress.com
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CANDIDATE FOR CONGRESS ~ RANDY EDWARDS ~12th Congressional District of Florida

LEADERSHIP ~ JUDGEMENT ~ AND COURAGE!

Randy Edwards is a nineteen year resident of Florida. He and his wife, Sarita, are raising their two sons, Randolph II, and Nicholas, in Valrico. Randy recently retired as a Marine Corps intelligence officer after nearly 22 years and serving multiple combat tours in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Somalia.

Randy graduated Phi Beta Kappa and summe cum laude from Morehouse College. He holds a masters degree from the National Defense Intelligence College.

Randy understands what it takes to deliver results. He has been fighting for America and wants the opportunity to fight for you.

ISSUES!!!
* Economy ~ Randy is committed to reducing unemployment and getting economy back on track through stimulating the economy fixing and building our infrastructure, improving our schools, and increasing opportunities for higher education to ensure America is competitive in the growing global marketplace.
* Supporting the military, their families, and veterans ~ Randy is dedicated to the mission of taking care of our men and women in uniform and their families, not only when they go to war, but even more importantly, when they come home.
* Fiscal Discipline ~ Randy is Getting America's financial house in order by reducing our deficit and national debt. This is Randy's top priorities.
He is committed to reining in wasteful spending, reducing our national debt and deficit, and balancing America's checkbook.
* Healthcare ~ Randy is committed to providing affordable healthcare for all American's. The current system we have is a drain on the economy, the government, and most importantly families throughout the 12th Congressional District.
* Insurance Reform ~ Florida and many other coastal states are facing a Homeowner Insurance crisis; Randy will fight tirelessly to ensure that Floridians can find reliable property insurance that pays apropriately on its legitimate claims and offers policies at affordable, reasonable premiums.
For more information, please visit Randy's website at: randyedwardsforcongress.org
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NOTE: 2010 UPCOMING ELECTIONS

2010: PRIMARY: August 31, 2010
2010: GENERAL: November 2, 2010

* * *What's Happening In NE Florida* * *

SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING EVENTS

November 23, 2009 (Monday) @ 6:00 p.m -7:00 p.m. "Meet and Greet" ~ 7:00 p.m. the Clay County DEC meeting will be held at:

LOCATION: Orange Park Public Library ~ Kingsley & Plainfield Ave. ~ Orange Park, FL.

GUEST SPEAKER: Scott Maddox "Candidate for Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services."

For more information, please contact: Tom Nazworth ~ Chair: nazworth@bellsouth.net or Dolly Simplot ~ Vice-chair: hotdolly@webtv.net

November 24, 2009 (Tuesday) @ 7:00 p.m. the Beaches Democratic Club Meeting will be held at:

LOCATION: Beaches Library ~ 3rd Street (South of Atlantic Blvd.) ~ Atlantic Beach

The BDC will elect its Officers and Board Members for 2009-2010. This is three (3) days before Thanksgiving, and some will be out of town. There IS NO proxy voting! All members are encouraged to attend so they can vote in this important election. You can pay dues at the meeting so you'll be able to vote, or call Ed at: 444-3568!

Please join! Associate Member ~ $10.00.

Guests are welcome. The Beaches Democratic Club meetings are usually held the Fourth (4th) Tuesday of each month.

For more information, please contact: Ed Brady: 444-3568, or ~ www.beachesdemocrats.org

November 26, 2009 (Thursday) ~ THANKSGIVING DAY

November 30, 2009 (Monday) @ 5:30 p.m. Food will be served and meeting will begin at 6:15 p.m. the Duval County DEC General Meeting will be held at:

LOCATION: IBEW Union Hall ~ 966 Liberty Street ~ Jax.

Guests are invited.

For more information, please call the Duval County HQ's ~ (904) 390-7001.

December 2, 2009 (Wednesday) @ 6:00 p.m. the Ponte Vedra Democratic Club meeting will be held at:

LOCATION: Ponte Vedra Branch Library

Guests are welcome. The Ponte Vedra Democratic Club meets the First (1st) Wednesday of each month.

For more information, please call Club President, Laura Atkinson, at: 280-0191.

December 2, 2009 (Wednesday) @ 12:15 p.m. the DWIN Downtown will meet at:

LOCATION: The University Club (Riverplace Tower) ~ 1301 Riverplace Blvd. ~ Jax.

The DWIN Downtown usually meet the First (1st) Wednesday of each month.

For more information, please email: firstcoastdwin@comcast.net or contact Moderator: Linda Storey ~ Storeylyn@aol.com

December 2, 2009 (Wednesday) @ 12:00 Noon the Nassau County Democrats will hold its Blue Bag Lunch. They will talk about whatever anyone wants to discuss. No reservations! Bring a friend! Bring your own lunch!

LOCATION: Nassau County Democratic HQ ~ 401 South 8th Street ~ Fernandina Beach, FL.

The Blue Bag Lunch will take place every week on Wednesdays of each month at noon.

For more information, please contact: Bernita Dinwiddle, Paty Chair ~ email: bernitadinwiddle@alltel.net

December 7, 2009 (Monday) ~ PEARL HARBOR DAY

December 8, 2009 (Tuesday) @ 6:30 p.m. the Mandarin/Southside Democratic Club will be held at:

LOCATION: Mandarin Library ~ Kori Rd.

Guests are welcome. The meetings are usually held the Second (2nd) Tuesday of each month.

For more information, please contact: Josh Sachs ~ Club President ~ jsachs@gmail.com

December 8, 2009 (Tuesday) @ 7:00 p.m. the St. Augustine Democratic Club Meeting will be held at:

LOCATION: St. Johns Democratic HQ's ~ 142B King Street ~ St. Augustine, FL. ~ 32084

Guests are welcome. The meetings are usually held the Second (2nd) Tuesday of each month.

For more information, please contact: Jeanne Moeller "President" at: 825-2336 or info@stjohnsdemocrats.org

December 12, 2009 (Saturday) ~ FIRST DAY OF HANUKAH

December 15, 2009 (Tuesday) @ 7:00 p.m. the Westside Democratic Club Meeting will be held at:

LOCATION: County Tag Building ~ Mickler Avenue in Callahan.

Guests are welcome. These meetings are usually held the Third (3rd) Tuesday of each month.

For more information, please call Phil Morton ~ (904) 879-5163

December 21, 2009 (Monday) ~ FIRST DAY OF WINTER

December 22, 2009 (Tuesday) @ 7:00 p.m. the Beaches Democratic Club Meeting will be held at:

LOCATION: Beaches Library ~ 3rd Street (South of Atlantic Blvd.) ~ Atlantic Beach

Guests are welcome. The Beaches Democratic Club meetings are usually held the Fourth (4th) Tuesday of each month.

For more information, please contact: Ed Brady: 444-3568 or www.beachesdemocrats.org

December 25, 2009 (Friday) ~ CHRISTMAS DAY

December 26, 2009 (Saturday) ~ KWANZAA BEGINS

December 28, 2009 (Monday) the Clay County DEC Meeting MAY BE CANCELLED for this month due to the Holiday season. If the closure is voted on the November meeting, then the next meeting will take place on (MONDAY) JANUARY 25, 2010.

December 31, 2009 (Thursday) ~ NEW YEAR'S EVE

January 1, 2010 (Friday) ~ HAPPY NEW YEAR'S DAY

Any questions or comments?
If you would like to have your organization or function posted here, email me at hotdolly@webtv.net. Feel free to ask questions and I'll point you in the right direction. "Dolly Simplot" is a registered Democrat in Clay County and dues paid member of the Clay County DEC and also a dues paid member of the Duval County Women's Democratic Club, Inc. and DWIN.


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