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Here is a look inside the "holding" facility here in denver during the Dem ConventionWatch the video after you go to the link Read More »
Being a resident of Cleveland, Ohio, Stephanie Tubbs Jones is a political celebrity for me. Not only was she an excellent Congresswoman, she was an enthusiastic supporter of the Democratic Party. She made it fun to be a Democrat, especially when the thought of being one was frowned upon by mainstream political culture. It was nice growing up to someone so passionate and so proud to be in America's party.
The first chance I actually got a chance to see her in person was at a John Kerry rally in 2004 in downtown Cleveland's Mall C, a garden space next to City Hall. I've seen her before, from on the news and at previous Democratic National Conventions for which her speeches were one to look forward to and rely on to raise you up. I was at that age when I was inspecting politicians closely to see if they are for real and all, especially because the 2000 election made me feel bum rapped. Seeing her friendly face and her assertive passion as a keynote speaker before John Kerry and John Edwards arrived will always be in my memory. The way she enthused the rally's audience of people who got their early enough not to be completely awake just by addressing talking points we all agreed on was just inspiring.
The second time I actually met her was at the recent Cleveland State University's Debate between Senator Clinton and Senator Obama. Being a volunteer, I was able to meet her and got her autograph. I told her about the John Kerry rally I saw her at and she was glad that I was still participating in making our country better.
Her vivacity makes it impossible for me to believe that she's gone from us, especially because I know she was slated to speak at this year's Convention and was going to host a dinner along with Hillary Clinton in Denver. Her death is just so sudden, so unexpected. But, then again, she lived her political career being unexpected. Being the first African-American Congresswoman to have an important committee position on the Ways & Means Committee is totally what people didn't expect to see out of her. She is a living example of being met with what looks like a difficult challenge, that no one expects to be accomplished, but saying " yes I can!" and accomplishing it.
The lesson I easily learn from her life in politics is that pride is something everybody with a political conviction should have. Pride fuels passion, passion fuels action, action fuels change. She makes me proud to be a Democrat and I will hopefully live to instill the same values her political life has given us not only in me but in future generations of Democrats.
Rest In Peace, Stephanie.
The first chance I actually got a chance to see her in person was at a John Kerry rally in 2004 in downtown Cleveland's Mall C, a garden space next to City Hall. I've seen her before, from on the news and at previous Democratic National Conventions for which her speeches were one to look forward to and rely on to raise you up. I was at that age when I was inspecting politicians closely to see if they are for real and all, especially because the 2000 election made me feel bum rapped. Seeing her friendly face and her assertive passion as a keynote speaker before John Kerry and John Edwards arrived will always be in my memory. The way she enthused the rally's audience of people who got their early enough not to be completely awake just by addressing talking points we all agreed on was just inspiring.
The second time I actually met her was at the recent Cleveland State University's Debate between Senator Clinton and Senator Obama. Being a volunteer, I was able to meet her and got her autograph. I told her about the John Kerry rally I saw her at and she was glad that I was still participating in making our country better.
Her vivacity makes it impossible for me to believe that she's gone from us, especially because I know she was slated to speak at this year's Convention and was going to host a dinner along with Hillary Clinton in Denver. Her death is just so sudden, so unexpected. But, then again, she lived her political career being unexpected. Being the first African-American Congresswoman to have an important committee position on the Ways & Means Committee is totally what people didn't expect to see out of her. She is a living example of being met with what looks like a difficult challenge, that no one expects to be accomplished, but saying " yes I can!" and accomplishing it.
The lesson I easily learn from her life in politics is that pride is something everybody with a political conviction should have. Pride fuels passion, passion fuels action, action fuels change. She makes me proud to be a Democrat and I will hopefully live to instill the same values her political life has given us not only in me but in future generations of Democrats.
Rest In Peace, Stephanie.
Here's a rundown of some stories that have popped up in the news lately about Young Democrats from Georgia and Young Voters in this Election. Click the links on the stories below and enjoy!
Article: Cobb Young Democrats in AJC on Text Messaging and the Youth Vote
Young Democrats on the Unity Express Trip to Denver
-- Their Live Blog is HERE-- Coverage from Fox 5 news here
-- and here's the video from MTV News
Article: Youth delegates to rock the DNC
Support the work of the Young Democrats by making a contribution today at www.georgiayds.org/contribute.
As you all well know, today is President Bill Clinton's birthday. I thought I would share my birthday greetings and encourage others to do so.
Ten years ago, we were in a better place in this country. There was no foreclosure crisis, no illegitimate wars, no state of economic recession,no social regression, and no difficulty with international relations. Bill Clinton will go down in history for being a great President.
Happy Birthday Bill!
Ten years ago, we were in a better place in this country. There was no foreclosure crisis, no illegitimate wars, no state of economic recession,no social regression, and no difficulty with international relations. Bill Clinton will go down in history for being a great President.
Happy Birthday Bill!
DNC Convention Delegates to get Big Send-off at YDAtlanta Party
Join the Young Democrats of Atlanta this Thursday from 6:30-8:30pm as we wish a good time and safe journey to the Young Democrats from Georgia who will be attending the DNC National Convention in Denver!
What: Convention Delegates Send-off Party
When: Thursday, August 21st, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Utopia, 840 Marietta Street, Atlanta, GA 30318
Who: Open to all Young Democrats and Democrats who are Young-at-Heart
Convention Watch Parties Continue to Build
Excitement continues to build for the big night of Convention, August 28th. Do you have your party posted at www.georgiayds.org/events and YDA.org and facebook? Here are a few parties already listed.
Atlanta - Young Democrats of Atlanta - Verve Restaurant and Lounge 7pm
Click here for details
Atlanta - Vino Libro 7:45pm
Click here for details
Chamblee/DeKalb - DeKalb Young Demorats - Galla's Pizza 7pm
Click here for details
Carrollton - Young Democrats of Univ of West Georgia - Campus Center Ballroom 6:30pm
Click here for details
Marietta - Cobb Young Democrats/Cobb County Democratic Party - Marietta Conference Center 7pm
Click here for details
Milledgeville - Georgia College & State University YDs - The Brick, 7:30pm
Click here for details
Rome - Rome Young Democrats/Floyd County Democratic Party - The Forum 7pm
$10 Cover includes food
Click here for details
Support the work of the Young Democrats by making a contribution today at www.georgiayds.org/contribute.
This is very alarming. Reguardless of who you support or what you want. Anyone who has ever been involved in a civil rights demonstration sometimes you do not have to do anything wrong to be one of those who get hauled in with a group who was acting up. Correct me if I am wrong.... this has never happened before.
Here is the story those who are intrested in others thoughts please follow the link and read the comments below. Read More »
Here is the story those who are intrested in others thoughts please follow the link and read the comments below. Read More »
So, I was reading the Huffington Post the other day about an argument between Whoopi Goldberg and Elisabeth Hasselbeck and they were passionately arguing about McCain versus Obama again and Elisabeth Hasselbeck said: " I guess you can only have one opinion in this country." And, of course, Whoopi Goldberg called her out on what it has been like living under George W. Bush for the past 8 years. Of course, if it was me I would have pulled a Rosie O'Donnell ( I mean that in a good way).
Anyway, I think of the Knoxville shooting and the recent murder of the Arkansas Democratic Party leader and I am just appalled.
This is America, home of the free and brave. Everyone has a right to their opinion, no matter how popular and unpopular their opinion is. That's why the KKK is still alive and well, and that there is an American Communist Party. We may not agree with either, but we respect their right to practice their freedoms freely. Which is why I just hate it when someone tells me I should just shut up about the injustices of the Bush Administration and respect the President. I respect the office of the Presidency, and, because I have the freedom and rights to, I don't have to like the person in office! But, I would never kill someone for disagreeing with me. I may dislike them for disrespecting me and my opinions, but I would never kill them. I am not a Tibetan citizen who wants their country freed but is silenced by China for speaking out.
I consider these events to be wake up calls. This country needs to get its act together. And the first thing we can do is say: " I respectfully disagree with you."
Anyway, I think of the Knoxville shooting and the recent murder of the Arkansas Democratic Party leader and I am just appalled.
This is America, home of the free and brave. Everyone has a right to their opinion, no matter how popular and unpopular their opinion is. That's why the KKK is still alive and well, and that there is an American Communist Party. We may not agree with either, but we respect their right to practice their freedoms freely. Which is why I just hate it when someone tells me I should just shut up about the injustices of the Bush Administration and respect the President. I respect the office of the Presidency, and, because I have the freedom and rights to, I don't have to like the person in office! But, I would never kill someone for disagreeing with me. I may dislike them for disrespecting me and my opinions, but I would never kill them. I am not a Tibetan citizen who wants their country freed but is silenced by China for speaking out.
I consider these events to be wake up calls. This country needs to get its act together. And the first thing we can do is say: " I respectfully disagree with you."
For all those interested, I now run the facebook group, Joplin for Obama. Please join in as we work to elect Barack Obama the next President of the United States. wwww.facebook.com
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Spray-On Condoms: Still a Hard Sell Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2008 By CALLIE LEFEVRE Spray-on condoms Tyne News / WENN Edison had his lightbulb, Ford had his Model T, and Jan Vinzenz Krause has his spray-on condom. Inspired by the mechanics of a drive-through car wash, the German sexual-health educator designed a custom-fitting male contraceptive using liquid latex and some materials from a hardware store. "I felt a little like MacGyver," he says of building the contraption. Read More »
LMAO ok sorry but yeah some of this was duh a given!!
#6 seems odd to me but whatever Read More »
#6 seems odd to me but whatever Read More »
Here are some Young Democrats events from around the state! Don't see your chapter events? Post them online at www.georgiayds.org/events.
Aug 15th - Pooler - Chatham Young Democrats
Voter Registration Party
Five Star Family Fun Park, 5-8pm
Click Here for details
Aug 16th - Rome - Rome Young Democrats
Bring-A-Broom Community Service Project
Oakdene Neighborhood - East 6th Street & Maple Street, 8:30-11AM
Click here for details
Aug 16th - Savannah - Chatham Young Democrats
Voter Registration
703 Wheaton Street, 10AM-3PM
Click here for details
Aug 16th - Savannah - Chatham Young Democrats
Young Voter Registration
Various Locations, 4pm-8pm
Contact George - george@georgiayds.org, 912-401-4104
Aug 16th - Savannah - Armstrong Atlantic State University
AASU Block Party
Contact Courtney - 912-398-7014
Aug 21st - Savannah - Chatham Young Democrats
Voter Registration Drive / Health Fair / Kids Prizes and Games
Kroger at 1900 East Victory Drive, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Click here for details
Aug 21st - Edgewood/Candler Park - DeKalb Young Democrats
MARTA Ride & Register
East Lake MARTA Station, 6pm-8pm
Click here for details
Aug 21st - Atlanta - Young Democrats of Atlanta
Happy Hour & Denver Convention Delegates Send-Off
Utopia, 840 Marietta Street, 6:30pm-10:00pm
Click here for details
Support the work of the Young Democrats by making a contribution online today at www.georgiayds.org/contribute!
Oh yeah woohoo Finally green jobs will boom!!
Anyone know what exactly sort of field you need to have experiance in to get one of these jobs? Read More »
Anyone know what exactly sort of field you need to have experiance in to get one of these jobs? Read More »
Saw this on the local news website thought I would share. If you follow the link and read the comments it is not going over well. This will cut thru the heart of Downtown. link Read More »
Intresting articl I found.
Some Clinton backers won't go quietly at convention
By STEPHEN OHLEMACHER, Associated Press Writer 1 hour, 6 minutes ago
WASHINGTON - Still sore from an epic primary battle, some of Hillary Rodham Clinton's supporters aren't buying the unity theme planned for the Democratic National Convention.
Read More »Thursday, August 28th, the highlight of the DNC Convention in Denver will be here soon. If you haven't already made plans to attend a Young Democrats Party start now!
1. Look on our Events Page for a Convention Watch Party near you - http://www.georgiayds.org/events
2. Don't see one? Host One! Locate a venue or use your own home and Post Your Location on our Events Page - http://www.georgiayds.org/events
3. Post Your Party on Young Democrats of America - http://action.yda.org/t/497/event/distributedEventSignup.jsp?distributed_event_KEY=175
4. Post on Facebook (www.facebook.com) and Myspace (www.myspace.com) and invite your friends and neighbors
5. Use our resources page for sample Press Releases, Youth Vote Talking Points and Pledge to Vote Cards - http://www.georgiayds.org/more/index.cfm?Fuseaction=Chapter_Resourc§ion=more_4439
Be a part of this exciting night and share it with your friends and family!
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Support the work of the Young Democrats by making a contribution online today at www.georgiayds.org/contribute.
1. Look on our Events Page for a Convention Watch Party near you - http://www.georgiayds.org/events
2. Don't see one? Host One! Locate a venue or use your own home and Post Your Location on our Events Page - http://www.georgiayds.org/events
3. Post Your Party on Young Democrats of America - http://action.yda.org/t/497/event/distributedEventSignup.jsp?distributed_event_KEY=175
4. Post on Facebook (www.facebook.com) and Myspace (www.myspace.com) and invite your friends and neighbors
5. Use our resources page for sample Press Releases, Youth Vote Talking Points and Pledge to Vote Cards - http://www.georgiayds.org/more/index.cfm?Fuseaction=Chapter_Resourc§ion=more_4439
Be a part of this exciting night and share it with your friends and family!
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Support the work of the Young Democrats by making a contribution online today at www.georgiayds.org/contribute.
Ok I am wondering if you could lay out the rules of PB and what standards you must hit to be banned. In the past it has always been a question as to what are the rules and what will and will not get someone banned. Vague statments like "anything used by the gop will not be tolerated" is not good enough. One could argue anyone who does not agree with Obama and his stance on lets pick.... um energy and they say they do not agree then that leaves them open for someone to say that is a gop thing. So please can you lay out some rules???
Oh and another question and I mean no harm but only asking. How many pro Obama people have been banned for their insults? Also what of those dems who have worked hard to elect dems in other areas of goverment.... are they no longer needed here?
Why can people be banned for speaking about Obama but other dems can be slammed?
Oh and another question and I mean no harm but only asking. How many pro Obama people have been banned for their insults? Also what of those dems who have worked hard to elect dems in other areas of goverment.... are they no longer needed here?
Why can people be banned for speaking about Obama but other dems can be slammed?
T. Boone Pickens is spending more than $30 million on television ads promoting his plan for alternative energy. A major part of his plan consists of a giant wind farm of windmill electric generators stretching from the Canadian border to the Southern border of Texas.
The idential plan was posted and publicized on the Democratic Presidential Campaign website of R. Frank Lynch on July 20, 2007. See http://www.franklynch.org/greencities_part2.htm
R. Frank (the Futurist) Lynch continues to post his campaign website with its Top Ten List so that other leaders will continue to adopt his ideas to lift every American a hundred years into the future in only eight years.
Several of Frank the Futurist's ideas have already been adopted by Barack Obama (Free College and Universal Healthcare and talking with every leader in the Middle East), John McCain (Contest for better electric car batteries that will make America the automotive leader) and now T. Boone Pickens (the border to border windfarm for renewable carbon free electricity for the USA).
Even the nationwide newspaper insert Parade Magazine commented on August 10, 2008 that "Some are advocating year round school" which is another of Frank the Futurist's Top Ten List.
Clearly, America has a new ideological leader.
Everyone is invited to continue adopting ideas from Frank the Futurist at http://www.franklynch.org
Let us all, regardless of party affiliation, use Frank Lynch's Top Ten List to bring true equality to all Americans and Heal the Planet.