Alabama Democratic Party

On Saturday, October 13 Senator Hillary Clinton will return to Alabama for an address to the luncheon meeting of the Alabama Democratic Conference. The luncheon will be held at the Winfrey Hotel in Hoover, following the State Democratic Executive Committee meeting being held there at 10:30 AM. The Democratic Party will have several tables at the ADC luncheon.

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Qualifying for presidential and delegate candidates will open immediately following the SDEC meeting on October 13 and remain open until December 7 at 5:00 PM. To learn more about becoming a candidate for delegate, please visit our website at www.aladems.org or call 334-262-2221.

Second Congressional District:

Last week, Congressman Terry Everett of the Second Congressional District in Southeast Alabama announced he would not seek a ninth term in office. This prompted a flurry of phone calls to the Democratic HQ from state and national media asking about who the Democrats would have in this race next year. Rest assured that Party Chairman Joe Turnham and others are busy recruiting strong candidates for this very important election. "In the 2nd, when it's been open, it's been competitive for Democrats," Turnham recently told the Birmingham News. Looking at the number of elected officials from the 2nd District, over 70% of them are Democrats! Locally we are strong in this part of the state and this is an exciting opportunity for us to build on that success and send another Alabama Democrat to Congress.

Speaking of Congressional races, check out the (announced) Democrats challenging Republican incumbents in 2008:

•State Senator Vivian Figures – U.S. Senate – www.figures2008.com
•Benjamin Lodmell – District 1 – www.benjaminlodmellforcongress.com
•Greg Warren – District 4 – www.gregwarrenforcongress.com

AlaDems Host International Visitors:

On September 18, The Alabama Democratic Party was honored to host a group of about 30 visitors from foreign countries as a part of the Foreign Service Institute. They haled from places like Nigeria, Cambodia, Taiwan, Latvia, India, Germany, Turkey, Ecuador, Belgium and many other countries. This visit was set up to expose people who work at foreign embassies in the nation’s capitol to the political, economic, and cultural history of Alabama and the Deep South. They were greeted by Party Chairman Joe Turnham and ADP staff members. After individual tours of the offices, there was a session where the Chairman took questions about politics in the state and nation. We were also proud to have an Alabama native, Eufaula's own Dara Dozier, guiding this group through her job with the Public Diplomacy Training Division of the State Department. This was a great chance for us to show those around the world that Alabama Democrats are strong and committed to bringing real solutions to our people.

AlaDems Welcome David Washington:

David Washington has joined the staff of the Alabama Democratic Party this semester as an intern from Alabama State University. David is a proud member of our America’s armed services, having served three years active duty in the Navy and currently serving in the Navy Reserve. A Detroit-native, David is a senior majoring in Political Science as well as a member of the Iota Phi Theta Fraternity at ASU. He works to raise awareness at his school and is helping to organize a chapter of the College Democrats on campus. His past experience also includes working in campaigns for Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick. David is interested in one day seeking elected office himself. We are glad to have David as a part of our team and appreciate young people like him who want to get involved in the political process.

Jefferson-Jackson Dinner:

Please go ahead and make plans to join us in Birmingham on Friday, November 30 for the Alabama Democratic Party's next Jefferson-Jackson Dinner. We are still working out the details but there will be a fantastic speaker and lots of excitement at this event. We are currently selling ad space in the JJ program so please make sure your company or firm reserves space early. This is a great way to advertise before an audience of Democrats who may have a need for your company. The rates are full page $675, ½ page $400, ¼ page $250, business card $125 and those who are members of our Alabamans Club receive a 10% discount on ad prices. Email Stephanie today to reserve your space!!

Get Involved:

If you are looking to get involved with the Alabama Democratic Party, there are a couple of ways to do that. Of course donations are vital to us and we encourage our supporters to give whatever they can by clicking here. Volunteers are also needed to serve as precinct captains. These are the people who help organize poll watchers and other Democratic resources on and before election day. We need a precinct captain in EVERY precinct in the state before the general election next year. This is a great way to help your party protect our polling places and push the Democratic ticket up and down the ballot. If you can serve as a precinct captain in your area please email Tina Coggin at tina@aladems.org or Sim Pettway at sim@aladems.org.

House District 12 Special Election:

In other election news, Governor Riley has set the dates for the special election in Alabama House District 12 which was vacated by Rep. Neal Morrison (D-Cullman) at the end of August. The primary election will be held on Tuesday, November 13. If there is a need for a runoff, it will take place Tuesday, December 18 and the general election will be January 29. If there is no runoff the general will be held December 18.

Upcoming Events:

Please check the schedule below for important upcoming Democratic events or special elections in your area over the next couple of weeks. If you can, please attend these meetings and functions because they are the best way for us to network and fellowship at the local level. If you have events during this time that are not listed, send an email to jesse@aladems.org and I will post it on the Party's calendar. Thank you!

Thursday, October 4

Don Siegelman Legal Defense Fund Reception
5:00 PM @ Cafe 219
219 Conti Street, Mobile
For info call 251-433-8100

Etowah Democratic Women's Club
5:30 PM @ Austin's Seafood & Steak
Off Highway 77, Attalla

DeKalb County Unity Dinner
6:00 PM @ Bevill Enrichment Center
Highway 35 West, Rainsville
Speakers to include: Lt. Governor Jim Folsom, Ag Comissioner Ron Sparks, Senators Parker Grifith and Lowell Barron.
This is a covered dish event so please bring either food or $donation$
Call or email Marsha Burke, 256-638-3965 or mburke55@yahoo.com

St Clair County Democrats
6:30 PM @ Pete Carlisle's Restaurant
2333 Moody Parkway (Hwy 411), Moody
Former Lt. Governor Lucy Baxley to speak
For info email escrowagen@aol.com

Friday, October 5

Downtown Democrats
11:45 AM @ The Harbert Center
2019 4th Avenue N, Birmingham
Judge Joseph Boohaker to speak
Lunch $15•For info email downtowndems@gmail.com

Fiddlers Convention @ Athens State University
Limestone County Dems booth on Friday and Saturday
Volunteers are needed both days!!
Call Pam Wallace at 256-230-6118

Saturday, October 6

*Fourth Congressional District*
10:00 AM @ Cullman Civic Center
510 Fifth Street SW, Cullman
This is a district-wide meeting to elect officers.
County chairs and SDEC members are encouraged to attend.
For info email Tina Coggin, tina@aladems.org

Boaz Harvest Festival
8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Downtown Boaz
Marshall County Dems Booth

Sunday, October 7

Battle of the Bands
1:00 PM @ Legion Field
The ADP will be hosting a booth and voter registration drive
Volunteers are needed.
Contact Tina Coggin, tina@aladems.org or 334-462-1230

Tuesday, October 9

Mobile County Special Election
County Commission District 1
GO VOTE FOR MERCERIA LUDGOOD

Chilton County Democrats
6:30 PM @ Lessie's Resteraunt
Hwy 145 (Lay Dam exit), Clanton
ADP Chairman Joe Turnham to speak
For more info call Carl Foshee, 205-755-3165

Thursday, October 11

Elmore County Democrats
6:30 PM @ Old County Courthouse
Downtown Wetumpka
For info call Brannon Walden, 334-462-1233

Montgomery County Dems-Youth Committee
5:30 PM @ Samarria's House
7400 Pinnacle Point
Montgomery, AL 36117
Wine and Cheese 101
For info email samarria@hotmail.com

Limestone County Democrats
7:00 PM @ Sheriff's Rodeo Arena
Highway 99, Athens
State Senator Dr. Parker Griffith to speak
For info email pam@limestonedemocrats.org

Saturday, October 13

State Democratic Executive Committee
10:30 AM @ Winfrey Hotel, Birmingham
*Presidential & Delegate qualifying begins afterwards*
RSVP call 334-262-2221 or email renee@aladems.org

Alabama Democratic Conference Convention
Winfrey Hotel, Birmingham
Prayer Breakfast 8:00 AM
First opening plenary session 9:30 AM
Issue Forums and workshops sessions 10:30-noon
Luncheon 12:30 PM-2:00 PM *SENATOR HILLARY CLINTON TO SPEAK*
Final business session and delegates' assembly 2:30 PM-4:30 PM
For info call 334-263-4040

Shelby Co Grassroots Dems Cookout
6:30 PM @ Tim Smith's House
784 Dividing Ridge Drive
Hoover, AL 35244
Cost $5•RSVP tsmith3225@charter.net

Monday, October 15

Montgomery County Democrats
5:30 PM @ AEA building
422 Dexter Avenue, Montgomery
Judge Deborah Bell Paseur to speak
For info call Jimmy Pool, 334-262-2717

District 82 Democrats
7:00 PM @ St Andrews Episcopal Church
701 West Montgomery Road, Tuskegee
For info call Miles Robinson, 334-202-6885

Madison Street Festival
Madison County Dems booth
For more info call 256-534-1776

Tuesday, October 16

Baldwin County Special Election
State Senate District 32
GO VOTE FOR A.J.COOPER!!

Constitutional Reform Meeting
6:30 PM @ Linn-Henley Hall
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Former Governor Albert Brewer to speak
For info visit www.otmdems.org