Letter from the Editor (Jen)
Last week, we celebrated Martin Luther King, Jr. Day across the country, by taking part in the National Day of Service.
Jane Bradsahw, our YDG President, is shown here at the service project in Decatur. Volunteers performed minor home repairs and yard clean-up for seniors in the Oakhurst neighborhood. The particular group above, worked at the home of Mrs. Smith, whose grandson is also in the picture. But, overall, 50+ volunteers took part in the Decatur event.
Also volunteering and pictured above, are Georgia Tech YD's: Kendell Worden, John Koch, Shamus Moran, and Drew Lupton; along withJason Carter, Howard Franklin, and Hayden Brooks.
Great job, everyone!
This is just one of many ways that we can make a difference in the world around us. The difference starts with YOU. So join us and let's take action together.
Not sure how to get started? YDG can help.
For more information on how to get involved, contact your local YDG chapters. If you don't have one yet or would like to start one, let us know! We'll help you out! Send me an email at jdr.ydg@gmail.com
Don't Miss This the YDG Legislative Kick-Off! Tuesday, January 26!
The Young Democrats of Georgia invite you to Manuel's Tavern for a very special meet and greet with Georgia's Democratic leaders. Get to know who is representing you under the Gold Dome. Also, meet with fellow Young Democrats from around the state. There will be a discussion of the 2010 Democratic agenda for the state of Georgia as well.
Tuesday January 26, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
6:30-9:30pm at Manuel's Tavern in ATL.
For directions, visit: www.manuelstavern.com
President Barack Obama will deliver his first State of the Union Address.
Wednesday, January 27, 9 pm
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President Obama's speech to Congress will be broadcast live on television as well as streamed live on whitehouse.gov.
Young Democrats of America - Winter National Meeting
This year's national meeting for YDA is in New Orleans! The meeting is Feb. 18-21, 2010 and it's coming up quickly.
To register, visit:https://yda.wiredforchange.com/o/720/p/salsa/event/common/public/?event_KEY=13089
YDG Communications Survey - Please Fill Out!
Hey, YD's! If you haven't already done so, please take a few minutes to fill out the YDG Communications Survey. Just click on the link below...it's EASY!
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&formkey=dExMZEUtaFB4a3FtOVE2OFBqMkhlbkE6MA
SAVE THE DATE: March 22nd, 2010
Democratic Party of Georgia - Jefferson Jackson Dinner - Atlanta, GA
Featuring DNC Chair, Tim Kaine!
Click HERE for more details.
SAVE THE DATE: April 16th-18th 2010
YDG Annual Convention - Athens, GA
Jim Galloway, an Atlanta Journal-Constitution journalist, with over 30 years' experience covering politics and more in Atlanta. Check out:Political Insider with Jim Gallowayat: http://blogs.ajc.com/political-insider-jim-galloway. Jim will be moderating a panel in one of the workshops on media/politics at this convention!
Still need more to be excited about? Here you go: We'll be taking over of Transmetropolitan pizza restaurant and bar, the Gubernatorial Forum, trainings, workshops, networking and fellowship with other YD’s from across the great state of Georgia! Not to mention...a VIP Reception on Sat. evening with state party leaders, candidates, YDG leadership donors, etc., happening in the brand new ballroom of the Tate2 Center at UGA!
The brand new, Leed certified eco friendly, Hotel Indigo in downtown Athens is definitely going to be where IT's at! Check it out:www.athensdowntownhotel.com Get your rooms reserved before March 17th, in order to get the room block. Prices will then go up an additional $55, after that date. So, make sure to reserve your space as soon as you can! Are you a Future Leaders Monthly Donor yet? If so, convention fees are half priced for members at the $10/mo level or above. Contact Daniel with any questions or interest in the convention atdfullerton@gmail.com
Web site coming soon... so stay tuned for more exciting details... meanwhile, SAVE THE DATE!
And in related news...
Future Leaders Monthly Donor Club - NEW PERKS!
- again, HALF OFF convention prices for ALL donors at the $10/mo level or above
Go HERE to sign up and donate!
UPCOMING EVENTS
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The White House Project in partnership with the League of Women Voters of DeKalb County and the Rich Foundation Urban Leadership Program of Oglethorpe University present "The Importance of Women in Civic Engagement" at the League of Women Voters DeKalb General Membership Meeting.
Thursday January 28, 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Oglethorpe University - Lupton Auditorium
4484 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30319
Featuring:
The Honorable Gwen Keyes Fleming
DeKalb County District Attorney
Dr. Kendra King
Associate Professor of Politics and Director of the Rich Foundation
Urban Leadership Program
Dawn Randolph, MPA
President, DIR Consulting Group LLC
RSVP HERE!
For more information contact Stacey Chavis atschavis@thewhitehouseproject.org or at 404-658-0033
Georgia Go Lead Fundraising Training 2010
Get Trained. Go Lead 2010.
Saturday January 30, 9 am – 6 pm
Emory University
Go Lead Fundraising training will help women create a winning plan for raising money and to overcome the fear of asking for money.
The Fundraising training is ideal for current candidates, campaign managers, finance directors, women working with nonprofits.
The cost for the training is $75 which includes continental breakfast, lunch and materials.
REGISTER HERE
Young Democrats of Cobb County - 2nd Annual Flippin' Pancake Breakfast
Saturday February 6, 8 am
Applebee's
Kennesaw, GA
Join us for our second annual Flippin Pancake breakfast to support the Young Democrats of Cobb County!
Our special guest speaker will be Beth Farokhi, candidate for State School Superintendent!
Tickets are $7.50/ person and can be purchased at http://ydcc.eventbrite.com
Cobb County Young Democrats of GA - Monthly Networking Happy Hour
Tuesday, February 9, 7 pm
Noche Tequila & Tapas Bar
2850 Paces Ferry Rd Atlanta, GA
For any information related to Young Democrats of Cobb County contact cobbyoungdems@gmail.com.
ACTION ALERTS
Demand the Public Option stay on the table. Visitwww.yeswestillcan.org and sign the petition today!
Take Action to make sure that the Public Option lives on. Visithttp://www.yda.org/content/402/the-dream-still-lives-take-action-on-health-insurance-reform to see what you can do to help, and sign the pledge!
UPCOMING YDG MEETINGS
GCSU Young Democrats meetings are every Monday 5:30-6:30 in the Student Activities Center, Maple A in Milledgeville
YDAtl meets the first Wednesday of the every month at Manuel’s Tavern. New Member Orientation begins at 6:30, and the meeting begins at 7:30.
Young Democrats of Cobb County meet twice monthly at various locations throughout Cobb County, please visit us on Facebook for upcoming meeting information.
Young Democrats of Hall County meet twice monthly (1st Wed. evening & 2nd Sat. afternoon of each month) location varies, (usually Panera or Inman Perk on the Square). Check us out HERE on Facebook for upcoming meeting information or contactydhc.ga@gmail.com.
Jane Bradshaw, YDG President, and Katie Milway, YDG Executive Vice President, are available to speak to your chapter! Learn more about YDG, YDA, the Democratic Party, how a bill becomes a law, how to organize a successful event, or what’s going on in Georgia politics. Contact Jane at president@georgiayds.org and Katie atevp@georgiayds.org.
CAMPAIGNS
Elena Parent for House District 81 is seeking motivated volunteers to assist with her campaign to unseat Republican Jill Chambers. High-level roles are available for qualified YDs. Please contact Jeff Romig atsjromig@gmail.com for more information!
Rob Teilhet for Attorney General is looking for campaign interns and volunteers. Headquartered in Marietta, Teilhet for a Safer Georgia has several opportunities available for students or other volunteers. Hours are flexible. Join our team and learn all about how statewide campaigns are run. Visit us at www.robforgeorgia.com. Email your resume and any questions to David at david@robforgeorgia.com or Rebecca at rebecca@robforgeorgia.com.
Brooke Nebel for State Representative House District 51 has available opportunities for Young Dems to work on a her campaign. Looking for some hard working and dedicated individuals to help out with the campaign in all areas. Please visit www.voteforbrooke.com for more information.
Angela Moore for Secretary of State is looking for College Interns and Volunteers state-wide. Please call 678.888.9001 Visit our webit(s) @ www.mooreforgeorgia.com and for the younger GA voter's-www.voteformissangela.com zandra@mooreforgeorgia.com
Sandy Murray for State House District 80 is looking for campaign volunteers and interns for state house race in District 80. Areas include: Toco Hills, Briarclif, Brookhaven, Ashford Dunwoody. Please contact sandymurray@comcast.net or call 404-273-0906 for information on how to take part.
Mike Freeman for U.S. House of Representatives Georgia 9th District
Mike Freeman, of Gainesville, has entered the race for the 9th District Seat being vacated by Nathan Deal. Mike is currently the only Democrat in the race, facing 10 Republican opponents. Formal announcement of the campaign to be announced early next year. Mike is currently in need of volunteers to help do research, make phone calls, and schedule visits around the district as short term tasks. As the campaign develops, there will be opportunities for full and part time intern and staff positions. Please visitwww.freemanforcongress.org for more information, including contact.
Keith Gross for State House District 80 is looking for campaign volunteers and interns for our busy state house race in District 80. Toco Hills, Briarclif, Brookhaven, Ashford Dunwoody areas. Please visit www.keithgross.com or contact staff@keithgross.com to get involved.
Gail Buckner for Secretary of State is looking for Campaign Interns and Volunteers. Please call 770-473-9039 for more information! Visit us online at www.gailbuckner.com.
Simone Joye for Georgia Assembly House District 88 is looking for campaign volunteers and interns to work on a Get Out The Vote (GOTV) project and assist with community events benefitting young people and seniors. Please send an email inquiry to Pamela Forntey, Volunteer Coordinator: pfortney@joyeforthehouse.com or telephone (770) 573-4210 if you are interested. 
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