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.

D8 Weekly Calendar For The Week Of January 30, 2012

“When we don't pay close attention to the decisions made by our leaders, when we fail to educate ourselves about the major issues of the day, when we choose not to make our voices and opinions heard, that's when democracy breaks down. That's when power is abused.  That's when the most extreme voices in our society fill the void that we leave.  That's when powerful interests and their lobbyists are most able to buy access and influence in the corridors of power - because none of us are there to speak up and stop them.” 

Barack Obama 

D8dems.org 

 To contribute to District 8, please click here.  We thank you for your continued support.  

Democratic Events:  (see all details below)

1.    Jan.   31:    Special Hearing on Sheriff Arpaio

2.    Jan.   31:    Blue Tuesday Forum

3.    Feb.   4:      Multi-City Unity Walk

4.    Feb.   7:      D8 PC & General Monthly meeting   

5.    Feb.   12:    Fountain Hills Centennial Celebration (help needed - see details, below)  

6.    Feb.   15:    Fountain Hills Volunteer Expo (help needed - see details, below)

7.    Feb.   22:    Maricopa County Democratic Party comes to Fountain Hills  

8.    Feb.   23:    Arizona Advocacy Network With Special Guest, Sen. Bernie Sanders   

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Have a question about District 8 Democrats?   Please contact Chairwoman, Carol Comito, via email:  ccbpwaol [dot] com (ccbpwaol [dot] com)  

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News and Announcements:

 Call To Action:  

*  Write letters to the editor.  Contact Jerry Gettinger at jgettti6q [dot] com (jgettti6q [dot] com) if you need help.  

*  Forward this Calendar to your friends. 

*  Help Register Voters!  Please contact Joan Jaynes at:  azjaynesjuno [dot] com (azjaynesjuno [dot] com)  and put "D8 Voter Registration" in the subject line.   

In The News: 

Will Arizona's GOP Self-Destruct?  (The Governor and The President Meet Again)

Russell Pearce and the Tea Party Still in Charge of the Arizona Republican Party 

Arizona GOP Speaker Introduces Bills to Redraw District Maps 

Petition:  Brewer Doesn't Speak For Me

Flake, AZ GOP Paid for by the Koch Brothers

Arizona GOP:  Schools Can Stop Offering Free Lunch 

Video:  Faces of Change:  Lilly Ledbetter's Equal Pay Story

Stay Informed

President Obama's record on jobs and the Economy

Over 400 Achievements (thus far) during President Obama's First Term

AZ Democratic Party press releases,  click here.   

D8 is on  facebook   Please "Like" us.  We've posted many photos there.  Check them out!   _______________________________

1.  Tue.  Jan. 31:  Special Hearing on Sheriff Arpaio: 9:00 (doors open at 8:00am)  Location:  205 W Jefferson St.  Phoenix - Board of Supervisors Auditorium.  In an unprecedented action, the Board has agreed to this special hearing, called for since December, to address the concerns of citizens regarding the Sheriff.  Citizens for a Better Arizona is calling on all to attend and let your voices be heard.  The 3 issues at hand are:  the over 400 uninvestigated sex crimes within his jurisdiction, the recent report by Dept. of Justice documenting instances of racial profiling and the death of Marty Atencio while in custody.  

2.  Tue.  Jan. 31:  Blue Tuesday Forum  11:30-1:30 at the Starfire Golf Club:  11500 N Hayden Road.  Special Guest:  Honorable Ann Kirkpatrick, former Congresswoman and current candidate for Congress.  Cost is $19 (note increase)  Please RSVP to:  bluetuesdayazgmail [dot] com (bluetuesdayazgmail [dot] com) or call Saralee at 480-946-0557

3.  Sat.  Feb. 4:  Regional Unity Walk & Festival 10:30am.  Join the cities of Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Phoenix, Chandler, Gilbert, Guadalupe and ASU to celebrate diversity.  Meet at the Tempe Lake Marina.  All details HERE 

4.   Tue. Feb. 7:  D8 PC & General Monthly Meeting 6:00pm: Meet & Greet, 6:30 meeting.  At the Via Linda Senior Center  10440 E Via Linda.  

5.  Sun. Feb. 12:  Fountain Hills Centennial Celebration 3:00-5:00pm.  Location: behind the library.  D8 will have a table at this event.  We hope you will come out and join us!  If you would like to volunteer to help out and register voters, please contact Joan at azjaynesjuno [dot] com (azjaynesjuno [dot] com)  We will be registering voters and you will need to be trained to do this. 

6.   Wed.   Feb.  15:  Fountain Hills Volunteer Expo 3:00-6:00pm.  D8 Dems will be returning for its 3rd year to let Fountain Hills know that Democrats are alive and active in their community!  This indoor event at the Community Center features volunteer organizations of all types.  Please contact Joan at azjaynesjuno [dot] com (azjaynesjuno [dot] com)  if you are interested in helping out.  We will be registering voters and you will need to be trained to do this.  

7.  Wed. Feb. 22:  Maricopa County Democratic Party in Fountain Hills 5:30-8:00pm.  Join Councilwoman Ginny Dickey and others for a special reception to support the vital grassroots outreach and critical voter engagement work of the County Party.  At Fountainside Arts, 12625 N Saguaro Blvd. Suite 115.  $25 per person, $40 per couple.  Take in the artwork, meet other Democratic Supporters and enjoy the ambiance of this lovely gallery.  

8.  Thur.  Feb. 23:  Arizona Advocacy Network with U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (VT) 5:30pm at the Renaissance Phoenix (formally the Wyndham)  Special MC:  John Nichols from The Nation and MSNBC commentator.   For information, please click HERE  

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   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 8 Facebook 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 Kavanagh)

mugentiazleg [dot] gov (AZ LD8 Representative Michelle Ugent)i

(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

Maricopa County Sheriff:

Paul Penzone

Fountain Hills Town Council:

Mary Nickum

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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