Our Mission/Vision
The DEC (Democratic Executive Committee) is made up of a group of dedicated volunteers whose goal is to help elect Democrats to public office. We are the only venue that provides the vital local infrastructure to elect Democrats by way of:
voter registration campaigns
precinct organization and outreach
get-out-the-vote initiatives
absentee ballot drives.
Join us in electing representatives with Democratic values.
Call 761-8385.
A Difference of Opinions on the Issues of
The 2010 Florida Legislative Session
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Welcome
Manatee County Democrats, welcome to your web site. This is an interactive site that is updated regularly and evolves over time. It is a place for voters to come to and share in ideas that represent our party's long-held values. This is one way for all Democrats to stay current and get involved in the process. Join us as our numbers grow.
I personally invite you to join us at the monthly meetings of the Democratic Executive Committee (DEC). We meet the 4 th Tuesday of each month at 6:30 at the Bradenton Central Library (1301 1 st Avenue West; Bradenton 34205).
Feel free to e-mail me at chair@manateecountydemocrats.com . I look forward to hearing from you.
Let's work together and TURN MANATEE COUNTY BLUE!
Larry
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Dr. Lawrence A. Miller, Chairman
Manatee County Democratic Executive Committee
How To Really Make a Difference
By Leo Seligsohn
Change happens when you do not hesitate to tell your regional and national representatives, in no uncertain terms, what you want them to do. It is generally acknowledged that they do listen, especially when enough people make their demands known in hand-written letters. Phone calls are almost as effective. In descending order faxes, e-mails and your name on a petition are helpful too.
Only the combined voices of millions of citizens can make a difference. Whenever possible, contact local offices listed below. Letters to Washington DC can take weeks to get delivered because of anthrax-related security checks.
Federal and State Elected Officials Representing You
More About Off Shore Drilling
By Leo Seligsohn
In its lead editorial on March 3rd, the Sarasota Herald Tribune highlights the threat of offshore drilling off Florida 's coastline. It reminds Floridians that Sen. Mike Haridopolos, R-Melbourne, has filed a bill that would let the state Cabinet approve licenses for drilling as close as three miles off Florida's Gulf Coast.
Rep. Dean Cannon, R-Winter Park, chairman of a House committee considering a drilling proposal, said the panel will probably introduce such a bill later in the session.
And here's the really scary part: next year Cannon will be House speaker and Haridopolos will succeed Jeff Atwater, R-North Palm Beach, as Senate President.
Atwater has consistently refused to take up the drilling proposal. In its editorial, the Tribune says that a new report, prepared at the request of Atwater, confirms what previous studies have shown: There are minimal oil deposits in Florida's coastal waters. Any oil to be found there would “have no discernible impact on gas prices or U.S. reliance on foreign oil.”
HeraldTribune.com
www.heraldtribune.com/article/20100303/OPINION/3031023/2198
Newsletters you can trust
SCHEDULED MEETINGS
Precinct Development Team:
Second Saturday, July 10, 1-3 PM DEC Office, 3-13-10
Steering Committee Meeting:
Third Tuesday, July 20, 6:00 PM DEC Office, 3-16 -10
DEC Monthly Meeting:
Fourth Tuesday, July 27, 6:30 PM Library, 3-23-10
See Clubs and Caucuses
For Regular Meetings
Links to< calendar.html> page
UPCOMING EVENTS
CANDIDATES EVENTS
Do you have a flare with words?
- If so, inquire to Lucy Lapides at lucy@lwrdems.com for more information about the Editorial Board and its functions and requirements.
Act Blue web site:
<http://www.actblue.com/>
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