Legislative District 8

Arizona Legislative District 8 includes all of Fountain Hills and Rio Verde and most of Scottsdale. (map)

Welcome to LD 8 Democrats

Welcome to District 8 Democrats. We are happy that so many Democrats in Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, and Rio Verde are taking a look at our website and would like to invite you to get involved with our organization.  There are many opportunities that D8 provides to its volunteers including social events, grass roots activism, community programs and candidate support.

We are a very active and vibrant group and always welcome new members with open arms.  Please let us know who you are and what we can do to help you engage in the political process.

Upcoming LD 8 Event Highlights

The best way to stay informed is to D8Emailcox [dot] net (email us and request to receive our weekly calendar) via email. We send it out every Sunday so that you know what's coming up each week for Democrats in the Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, and Rio Verde areas.

 

D23 (formerly D8) Weekly Calendar For The Week of March 26, 2012

We want YOU to play a vital role in re-electing President Obama,  and send Sheriff Joe into retirement.  Start today by signing up to help HERE   

Democratic Events:  (see all details, below)

1.  Mar.  27:         Blue Tuesday Forum

2.  Mar.  28:         Women Are STILL Watching 

3.  Mar.  31:     Delegate Selection and Democratic Caucus

4.  Apr.   1:          Canvass for Candidates 

5.  Apr    3:          D23 PC & General Meeting

6.  Apr.   15:        D23 Day of Action

7.  Apr.   22:        D23 Day of Action 

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LD 23 Members,

 We are off to a good start with our new district.  All of the officers from LD 8 have been re-elected and are here to make LD23 stronger than ever. There are so many things coming up and we hope you will get involved. 

Beginning on Saturday, March 31 we will have our Congressional District caucus.  The caucus will be listed under our old CD5.   The caucus meeting will take place at the Pecos Community Center 17010 S. 48th St. Phoenix, AZ 85048.  All registered Democrats in CD 5 are welcome..  

We will continue to have our regular monthly meetings on the 1st Tuesday of the month, unless otherwise noted in this newsletter.  Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, April 3 at the Via Linda Senior Center starting at 6:00 pm.  We will have Paul Penzone speaking, he is running for Sheriff in Maricopa County against Joe Arpaio, please come out and support Penzone. 

This is going to be an important meeting because we will talking about what PC's and volunteers can do during the month of April and going forward to assure that Democrats are elected at all levels of government and that all Democrats are on the list for an early mail-in ballot (PEVL).  This is all "hands on deck", we need everyone working hard to win in 2012, to elect good candidates from our local county offices up to and including re-electing President Obama.  Stand with us in solidarity to take back our state and our country.

In solidarity,

Carol Comito, Chair LD23    

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Have a question about District 23 Democrats?  

Please contact Chairwoman, Carol Comito via email:  ccbpwaol [dot] com (ccbpwaol [dot] com)

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News and Announcements:

Call To Action:

*  Sign up to Join Our Team

*  Sign up for Canvasses in April 

*  Call AZ Legislators to voice your opinion on current legislation

*  Write letters to the editor. For help, contact Jerry Gettinger at jerry [dot] gettingergmail [dot] com (jerry [dot] gettingergmail [dot] com)  (all media links, below) 

*  Help Register Voters!  Please contact Joan Jaynes at azjaynesjuno [dot] com (azjaynesjuno [dot] com) and put "Voter Registration" in the subject line.   

 In The News:

New Legislative District Map

New Congressional District Map

New Precinct Map

We have a BRAND NEW Facebook Page as of this week.  WHY?  Because we are no longer the District 8 Democrats and Facebook does not allow Pages to change their name.  If you were a fan, please switch over to the "Scottsdale and Fountain Hills Democrats.  PLEASE  click "Like" when you go there.  Thank you!  

Stay Informed

President Obama's Record Must Watch Video!  Scroll half way down and click "Watch the Video" 

Talking About Democratic Values  (Framing, Messaging)

President Obama's record on jobs and the Economy

Democratic National Committee  (an excellent source of political information)  

AZ Democratic Party press releases

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Democratic Events (details)

1.  Tue.  March 27:  Blue Tuesday Forum:  11:30am-1:30pm.  Starfire Golf Club, 11500 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale.  Guests are Democratic candidates for Congressional District 9:  Andrei Cherney, David Schapira and Kyrsten Sinema.  Cost is $19.00 including tip - cash only.  RSVP early to bluetuesdayazgmail [dot] com (bluetuesdayazgmail [dot] com) or call Saralee at 480-946-0557.

2.  Wed.  March 28:  Women Are Still Watching:  9:00AM at the Capitol, 1700 W Washington St.  Phoenix.  Join Planned Parenthood Advocates of Arizona to stand up for Women's Healthcare.  Representative Matt Heinz and other Legislators will be speaking to the group about the War on Women taking place right here in Arizona.  

3.   Sat.  March 31:  Democratic Presidential Caucus and Delegate Selection  Registration begins at 9:00AM and Closes at 11:00AM  Location:  Pecos Community Center:  17010 S 48th St, Phoenix, 85048  All Democrats registered to vote as of January 20, 2012 may vote in the Presidential Caucus.  Precinct Committee Persons (whether elected or appointed) by January 20, 2012 may participate in the Delegate Selection.  Please Read HERE.   Please attend!  This is Democracy in Action. 

4.  Sun.  April 1:  Canvass for Candidates:  Join in on the fun!  Bring a friend.  We will be collecting signatures for Paul Penzone:  Running for Maricopa County Sheriff and for Denny Brown, running for Scottsdale City Council.  Please Sign up HERE.  Two Locations:  (exact address will be confirmed by phone)  From 1:00 to 4:00 in South Scottsdale and from 2:00 to 5:00 in Mid Scottsdale.  

5.   Tue:  April 3:  D23 PC and General Business Meeting:  6:00pm meet and greet, 6:30 start time.  Via Linda Senior Center, 10440 E Via Linda in Scottsdale.  Special Guest:  Paul Penzone, candidate for Maricopa County Sheriff.  We will be discussing upcoming plans for 3 canvasses in April.  

6.    Sun:  April 15:  D23 Day of Action.  Sign up Here  We will be canvassing, collecting signatures for candidates and contacting Democrats to sign them up to receive ballots by mail.  Time and Location TBA. 

7.  Sun:  April 22:  D23 Day of Action.  Sign up HERE  We will be canvassing, collecting signatures for candidates and contacting Democrats to sign them up to receive ballots by mail.  Time and Location TBA.  _____________________________

Useful Links:

Voter Information: 

Register to Vote

Secretary of State

Maricopa County Recorder

Letters to the Editor and other Media

Arizona Republic

AZCentral.com

East Valley Tribune.com

Fountain Hills Times

KPHO Channel 5

FOX 10 

ABC 15

12 News

KPHX 1480AM

Scottsdale Airpark News

Jewish News of Greater Phoenix

City Suntimes

Democratic Party and Club Websites:

District 8 Democrats

District 23 Facebook Page  <------  NEW!  Please Join us at our new Page!  

Maricopa County Democratic Party

Arizona Democratic Party

Foothills Democrats

AZ Political Blogs:

State of the Forty-Eighth  

The Arizona Eagletarian   

Democratic Diva

Phoenix New Times Blogs   

Random Musings  

Dry Heat Democrat

Rum Romanism and Rebellion

Contact The Governor & Your D8 Representatives: 

(email) 

Governor Jan Brewer

 

mreaganazleg [dot] gov (AZ LD8 Senator Michele Reagan)

jkavanaghazleg [dot] gov (AZ LD8 Representative Kavanag)h

mugentiazleg [dot] gov (AZ LD8 Representative Michelle Ugenti)

(webforms)

US Congressman David Schweikert  (202) 225-2190

US Senator John McCain  (202) 224-2235

US Senator John Kyl  (202) 224-4521

Issues:

The American Jobs Act   

Sheriff Joe Arpaio

Immigration 

Healthcare   

Education 

Redistricting 

Candidates:

U.S. Senate:

Don Bivens

Richard Carmona

Arizona Corporation Commission: (may vote for 3) 

Sandra Kennedy (incumbent)

Paul Newman (incumbent) 

Marcia Busching 

Maricopa County Sheriff:

Paul Penzone

U.S. House of Representatives:

CD 1:  

Ann Kirkpatrick

Wenona Benally Baldenegro

CD 6:  (Most of Scottsdale, All of Fountain Hills, Carefree, Cave Creek, N Paradise Valley, N Phoenix)

Matt Jette

CD 9: 

Andrei Cherny

David Schapira 

Kyrsten Sinema

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Please bring your gently-used clothing to any of our events to help support the increasing number of Homeless Individuals in the Valley.  We will gladly take them to the Human Services Campus, a collaboration of groups working together to end homelessness.  There is a particular need for business clothes for job interviews as well as blankets and sleeping bags during the colder months.  To learn more go here:  http://www.change.org/hscaz

 

Our mission in LD8 is simple:  Elect qualified Democrats to every available office in Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, and Rio Verde.  To achieve this goal, we will continue to build a strong organization that will keep its members informed, engaged and above all, valued for their contributions.  As activists, we will continue to register new voters and assist all Democrats in the voting process.

LD 8 Vision

Our vision in LD8 is to reach out to our larger community of voters in Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, and Rio Verde through intelligent and constructive dialogue.  We look forward to the day when every constituent is able to clearly hear the positive message of the Democratic Party.

Democratic Clubs in LD 8

Foothills Democrats

Foothills Democrats is an organization of active and dedicated Democrats primarily in the Carefree, Scottsdale, Cave Creek, and North Phoenix areas.

Visit the Foothills Democrats website

PO Box 5913

Carefree, Arizona 85377

(602) 234-6590

infofoothillsdemocrats [dot] org

 

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Blue Tuesday Forum

The purpose of the Blue Tuesday Forum is to share ideas and knowledge and to offer opportunities to become involved with current issues and campaigns.   Monthly luncheons are held in Scottsdale, featuring engaging speakers and lively discussions.  For more information please contact Marty Lage at 480-206-7436.  

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Arizona District 8 Democratic Committee
P.O. BOX 4685
Scottsdale, AZ 85261