Democracy Doesn't Work

Website     Get Involved     Elections     Blog     Contact July 23, 2015  HOW YOU CAN "WORK IT"... One way to TRULY enjoy the fall, the leaves, the crispy air is to walk around and meet your neighbors, tell them happily and proudly that you are running to be their precinct representative and ask them for their  signature and future assistance.  Contact us here today to receive your petitions (scroll down for more information on this VITAL way to "work democracy" right in your own front yard). OR LIKE THIS: DONATE THE GUIDING PRINCIPLES BY WHICH OUR PARTY PLANS TO "WORK IT" On Monday the 28th, our intern, Joshua Boyce, presented the results of a survey project he has been working on since early summer. The You Tube videos of his presentation and the Q&A/Idea session afterward outline the consolidated thoughts and aspirations and, yes, a "2020 Vision", of the Democratic Party of DuPage County as ascertained from the responses of a wide selection of DPDC participants, officers and township chairs to these questions: 1) The Democratic Party of DuPage County is surveying members to obtain their thoughts on priorities that should take center stage in our continuing effort to optimize electoral success.  In your opinion, what two or three priorities should we be focused on addressing in 2016? 2) How are you personally committed to making these priorities a reality? (if they are stumped, ask them to name two or three activities that they are willing to take the lead on or participate in over the next year and a half to meet the priorities you just outlined?) 3) Pretend it's the year 2020, use your hindsight to tell me what single word you would like to overhear people using when describing the Democratic Party of DuPage County? It is probably best to view these with headphones as the sound is a bit low. A 2020 Vision presented by social work masters' candidate and DPDC Intern, Joshua Boyce. Q&A after the 2020 Vision presentation HOW OUR CHAIRMAN "WORKS IT" EVERY DAY (and those who support him in working it!) Whether he is supporting Iron Workers on a picket line, or boosting the profile of minority communities and leaders or showing support to our Democratic leaders who are truly progressive in the way they govern, Chairman Peickert spends a lot of time raising our intra and inter-party profile with his non-stop outreach.  from upper left to right: The Chairman at  The Chicago Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression (CAARPR)  Congresswoman Schakowsky's annual end of summer BBQ with the DPDC Officers A meeting to discuss Latino Outreach with Dan Bailey and former Chicago mayoral candidate, Chuy Garcia Event honoring Anthony Simpkins, the first Muslim judge in the circuit court of Cook County, with Nasir Jahangir and others More about "working it" in your precinct.  Our need for Precinct representatives has gone up significantly with new boundaries recently draw by the election commission. With more than 100 more precincts to fill than last cycle, we need you to adopt one of our lonely little patches of electoral earth now more than ever. Go here to see if you presently have a Precinct Committeeman in your area. If not, call us and say you're prepared to adopt. Other things you can do to work democracy in DuPage, in Illinois and in the U.S. MAKE PHONE CALLS Townships are sharing our Lombard office to invite strong Democrats in their areas to join our growing ranks at DPDC.  Contact us here or find contact info for your township chair here and help us reach out to potential members of our Democratic team for a victorious 2016. HAVE A HOME EVENT We are happy to talk to you about creating a coffee, happy hour or potluck in your neighborhood to attract Democratic friends who may help you run your precinct. Folks are eager to share their Democratic Values with others so contact us for event support today. RUN FOR OFFICE If you are thinking it's time for you to really go all in, then let us know! Start here for a brief rundown on the process then give us a shout and we will sit down with you and help outline what might be the next steps regarding races in your area. Leave a message at 630-629-1125 and we will set up a meeting with you soon. There are so many ways, large and small, that you can help keep the ball rolling toward a healthier and fairer world right here in DuPage County. We know you are feeling the urge to be part of our team creating solutions and collaborating to bring more Democrats to the polls in 2016. We look forward to hearing from you by phone or email very soon.  PLEASE "Spread the Word" by clicking the paper airplane icon below left and sending to a friend in DuPage. Sincerely, Democratic Party of DuPage County Democratic Party of DuPage County  |   630-629-1125  |  info@dupagedemocrats.com  |   http://www.dupagedemocrats.com Paid for by the Democratic Party of DuPage County. A copy of our report(s) filed with the Illinois State Board of Elections and DuPage County Clerk is available (or will be) for purchase from the DuPage County Clerk's office, 421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187.

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Celebrating life and loss; Michele Larsen 1976-2015 Jacob "Jay" Kasparian (1924-2015)

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Greetings! As a big family sharing our life together, we will also share sadness and loss. This past week, we lost two gentle souls, one who has been a Democratic voter in DuPage for 51 years and one who will never see her 51st birthday. The obituary for Jay Kasparian can be found at the link below along with a little of his history with the organization. I did not know Jay well and I asked Chairman Peickert to offer his thoughts on Jay's passing.  Michele Larsen I knew very well and loved very much. This obituary is not easy for me to write. Amy Rohrer ED, DPDC MICHELE LARSEN 1976-2015  (click on the picture below for trust fund information for the Larsen children) Michele Holcomb Larsen passed from this world on Sept 19th. She was full of light and full of darkness. She believed in humanity but often not in herself. She gave to the world all the love she had inside but forgot to keep a little tucked away for herself to use during those intense times of darkness. She tried to stay but, ultimately, she had to go. She leaves behind friends and loved ones as countless as the stars and she has given the world three precious souls who will go on without her even though it must feel impossible right now to do so.  If you knew Michele and you want to join in a celebration of her life on Friday, please go to the First United Methodist Church of Glen Ellyn at 424 Forest Ave from 3-9 pm. Storytelling about Michele's life will begin at 6 pm followed by a balloon launch. JACOB "Jay" KASPARIAN 1924-2015 no photo available Jay and Bea Kasparian have been Democratic voters in Addison Township since September 24, 1964. Wow.  They got more involved in Democratic politics over 10 years ago supporting the campaigns of Bob Peickert for County Board and Joe Vosicky for State House.    Aside from being regulars at all Addison meetings and events, Jay and Bea often helped in the DPDC office. They were a hard-working team together and their work has been deeply appreciated over the years. Information about Jay's visitation can be found here. We will miss you Jay. You were a kind and gentle soul and a Democrat through and through! Paid for by the Democratic Party of DuPage County. A copy of our report(s) filed with the Illinois State Board of Elections and DuPage County Clerk is available (or will be) for purchase from the DuPage County Clerk's office, 421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187.

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