Monday, December 04, 2006

Governor Bill Richardson to Speak

The Governor will be coming to Keene on Saturday December 16th. Please check our website for details. Volunteers are needed to help plan this event, so please check back to see how you can be of assistance.

Cheshire County Democrats Monthly Meeting

Please join the Cheshire County Democrats for our Monthly Meeting! Sunday January 7th, 2007 at 5:30 P.M.
at our headquarters located at 2 Eagle Court (behind Bagleworks) in Keene. All are welcome!

Cheshire County Democrats Book Club

At our November meeting we decided to take a break in December and reconvene in January after the Holidays.

For January, we will be reading The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream, by Barack Obama. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 10th, at 6:30 PM, at 2 Eagle Court.

U.S. Senator Evan Bayh to come to Keene!

Senator Bayh will be having a meet and greet hosted by Cheshire County State Senator Elect Molly Kelly at her home located at
80 Colonial Drive in Keene at 10:00 on Sunday December 10th.
R.S.V.P. Sean Downey (617) 777-0384 or sean@allamericapac.com

Former Sen. Mike Gravel ro Visit Keene

At 7:00pm this Thursday December 7th The KEENE DEMOCRATS will have a rare opportunity to listen to one of the nation's most unique politicians. Former Sen. Mike Gravel (D- Alaska ...1969-1981) is running for president and trying to advance the idea of participatory democracy through direct voting on national issues. You can read about it at http://www.ni4d.org . Please join is in meeting Mike at the Cheshire County Democrats Headquarters located at 2 Eagle Court (behind Bagleworks) in Keene.

The former Senator will also be speaking at Keene State on Thursday at 3:30. For further details on this event please keep checking our website.

NH DEMOCRATIC PARTY TO HOST 2006 ELECTION CELEBRATION WITH SPECIAL GUEST

Please join SPECIAL GUEST U.S. SENATOR BARACK OBAMA (D-IL) and the New Hampshire Democratic Party to celebrate the Granite State's historic 2006 election and honor Democrats up and down the ticket including GOVERNOR JOHN LYNCH, CONGRESSMAN PAUL HODES and CONGRESSWOMAN CAROL SHEA-PORTER for their tremendous victories that turned this red state to solid blue for the first time since 1874!
The New Hampshire Democratic Party will host a 2006 Election Celebration in Manchester on Sunday, December 10, 2006 from 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Center of New Hampshire Ballroom at the Radisson Hotel, which is located at 700 Elm Street in Manchester, NH.
Tickets for the event are $25 per person and can be purchased today through www.nhdp.org/ElectionCelebration
or by calling (603) 225-6899.
Please RSVP by Friday, December 8.

Wednesday, November 15, 2006

Cheshire County Democrats December Meeting

Please join the Cheshire County Democrats for our Monthly Meeting! Sunday December 3rd at 5:30 P.M.
at our headquarters located at 2 Eagle Court (behind Bagleworks) in Keene. All are welcome!

Wednesday, November 01, 2006

Hodes Event

Paul Hodes will meet with voters at the Peterborough Town Library, 1:30 on Thursday, Nov. 2, to discuss the broken promises of Charlie Bass. We've all seen the slick ads on television, full of misinformation. Please join us for a meaningful conversation as we enter the final days of the campaign.

The tide is strong for Paul. Today, even in the hometown of Charles Bass, the Monadnock Ledger-Transcript endorsed Paul Hodes for Congress.

Friday, October 20, 2006

Cheshire Democrats Book Club

Our next book is The Myth of Progress: Toward a Sustainable Future by Tom Wessels. Tom Wessels is a professor of ecology at Antioch New England. His book contends that it is a myth that progress depends on a growing economy. It's a great follow-up to Three Billion New Capitalists that argues just the opposite. The Myth of Progress is short, only 117 pages. It's available at the Toadstool and on Amazon, and perhaps at your local library.

The next meeting will be Wednesday, November 8th (the day after election day) at 6:30 PM at 2 Eagle Court.

Hope to see you there.

Thursday, October 12, 2006

CANDIDATE FORUM Oct. 16

You are invited to a Forum for candidates of both parties for the New
Hampshire House of Representatives to be held at KUUC Parish Hall,
Monday evening, October 16, 7 p.m. It is cosponsored by the KUUC Social
Concerns Council and the Keene branch of the American Association of
University Women, a nonpartisan organization that fosters education and
equity for women as well as involvement in government at all levels for
positive societal change.

The candidates comprising the panel will be:
Rep. Dan Eaton (D) – Stoddard
Candidate Tara Sad (D) – Walpole
Rep. Judson Dexter (R) – Swanzey
Candidate Marilyn Huston (R) –Keene

Moderator: Jane Kirk

Topic: Four Issues:
Home of the County Jail
Education
The Environment/Development
Human Resources

Color-coded cards, keyed to the issues of where to
place the proposed county jail, education, the
environment/development issue, and the issue of
human resources, will be distributed so that members
of the audience may write focused question for the
moderator to ask the panelists. By using different
colored cards for the four issues, we will assist our
moderator in balancing the issues to be discussed.
After the discussion, refreshments will be served.

For information contact Dick Segal 352-8409 or Carolyn Allen 827-5530.

Monday, October 09, 2006

Keene Democrats will be showing "Iraq for Sale: the War Profiteers"

On Wednesday, October 11th at 7:30 p.m., the Keene City Democrats will be showing a film at the HQ (2 Eagle Court), "Iraq for Sale", to focus on how the profit motive may be skewing the war.


Please Reserve your seat by copying the link below to address bar and RSVP-ing on Iraq for Sale site:

http://iraqforsale.bravenewtheaters.com/screening/show/6583

The Keene City Democrats will be meeting at 6:30 (before the film) to discuss and plan for the upcoming election. All are welcome.
Light refreshments will be provided, and the facility is handicapped accessible.

Discussion will follow the showing.

Tuesday, October 03, 2006

Cheshire County Democrats November Meeting

Please join the Cheshire County Democrats for our Monthly Meeting! Sunday November 5th at 5:30 P.M.
at our headquarters located at 2 Eagle Court (behind Bagleworks) in Keene. All are welcome!

Keene Democrats Meeting 10/11/06

The Keene Democrats will be meeting on Wednesday October 11 at 6:30. All are invited to attend, and there will be light refreshments-

The same night at 7:30, there will be a showing of Iraq for Sale: The War Profiteers" about the "story of everyday Americans when corporations go to war". There has been a great deal of buzz about this firm- please check it out at the following link, and please register to attend so we can get a head count:

http://iraqforsale.bravenewtheaters.com/screenings?zip=03431


Please contact kodonnell@ne.rr.com for any questions-

Monday, October 02, 2006

The Mountain View Express


On October 8, at 3 PM, the Mountian View Express will pull into Central Square in Keene. Granny D's Bus will deliver the Democratic Slate, Paul Hodes, Gov. John Lynch (schedule permitting), Molly Kelly, our great State Reps,Anna Tilton, etc., for the kick-off to the last month of their campaigns. Meet, greet, and cheer on these fine people who have generously given of their time to bring our voices to Concord and to Washington, D.C, Granny D. is sending her bus to carry these faithful servants of civilzation into Central Square on what we hope will be a beautiful, October day, celebrating the New Hampshire tradition of grassroots politics.

If you vote in Dublin, the first stop on the bus tour is Dan Burnam's Great Monadnock Farm at 12 noon. Bring a picnic lunch.

If you vote west of Keene, the last stop on the Mountain View Express will be Chesterfield's Town Hall. For more event information, call Tim Butterworth, 363-8076.

Thursday, September 28, 2006

Cheshire County Democrats Annual Spaghetti Dinner

The Cheshire County Democrats plan to hold their Annual Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at Keene High School. The fundraising event gives the opportunity for Democrats and other like minded individuals to gather for good food and company and to raise money in support of local Democratic candidates.

This year the Cheshire County Democrats will welcome Senator Joseph Biden of Delaware, who will address the group. Senator Biden is the Ranking Member of the Foreign Relations Committee, and also serves on the Judiciary Committee.

The Dinner is scheduled for between 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. at the Keene High School Cafeteria located at 43 Arch Street in Keene. The Dinner is open to the general public. The doors open at 6:00 pm. Tickets are $15.00 a person. A Pre-Dinner Cocktail Party will be held at the home of Delmar and Nancy Burridge at 7 Starlight Drive, Keene from 5:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Tickets for the Cocktail Party are $35.00 a person.

For further information or to purchase tickets, please contact:

Melissa Laughner at 603-357-2174, or Harriet Charland at 603 239-6521.

Friday, September 22, 2006

Citizens For Sensible Solutions

Join Citizens for Sensible Solutions on Thursday, October 19th for a Complimentary Reception and Discussion about how Democrats Can Win in New Hampshire - and Beyond.



What: Citizens for Sensible Solutions Reception and Presentation of “The Politics of Polarization,” with authors William Galston and Elaine Kamarck



When: Thursday, October 19th

5:30 – 8:00 PM



Where: Fratello’s Ristorante Italiano

155 Dow Street

Manchester, New Hampshire



There is no charge for this event. Please RSVP to Rob Werner at rwerner@totalnetnh.net





Released in October of 2005, The Politics of Polarization examines the recent past, the present, and the foreseeable future of modern-day electoral politics. The report exposes several pervasive myths that are allowing Democrats to evade difficult truths about the electorate. The Politics of Polarization also reveals how Democrats have lost ground among key groups of voters, including married women and Catholics. And it uncovers a new phenomenon the authors call “the great sorting-out,” which explains how the extraordinary new levels of partisanship have polarized the electorate to the detriment of Democrats. The paper identifies four myths to which Democrats have fallen prey:

The myth of mobilization is the belief that the key to Democratic victory is to energize the base and bring them to the polls in record numbers.
The myth of demography is the view that long-term, ongoing changes in the U.S. population – such as an increase in the number of Hispanic voters and female professionals – will secure a Democratic majority for decades to come.
The myth of language holds that the problem with the Democratic Party is not what it advocates, but rather how it speaks.
The myth of prescription drugs is shorthand for the theory that the Party can win national elections by avoiding cultural issues, downplaying national security, and changing the subject to domestic issues such as health care, education, and job security in the post-9/11 world.
The Politics of Polarization concludes by urging Democrats to confront the current myths of the party, stop hiding behind domestic policy and honestly confront national security, show tolerance and common sense on hot-button social issues, develop new economic policies that embrace global competition while establishing a modernized social safety net, and pay more attention to the very personal qualities of integrity and character that often win or lose elections.

About the Authors: William Galston is a Professor at the School of Public Affairs, University of Maryland and Director, Institute for Philosophy and Public Policy. He served as Deputy Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy during the Clinton Administration and is a Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institute. Elaine Kamarck is a lecturer in Public Policy at the John F. Kennedy School of Government and served in the White House from 1993 to 1997, where she created and managed the Clinton Administration’s National Performance Review.

Citizens for Sensible Solutions advocates for public policies that expand economic and educational opportunity, strengthen families, promote community values, demand responsibility and accountability from government, and protects our citizens. CNS will actively support candidates for public office that embrace this positive vision of New Hampshire’s future.

Friday, September 15, 2006

Paul Hodes Event at Alyson's Orchards

Democratic NH House Candidates
Tim ButterworthTara SadLucy Weber
with Tere & Bob ClarksonSteve & Val HortonBob & Susan Jasse
Melany Kahn & Bo FoardWolf Kahn & Emily MasonJack Pratt
Cynthia ReevesLarry Siegel & Leigh Marthe

Cordially Invite You to a
Evening Fundraising Reception
in Support of

Paul Hodes
Democratic Candidate for United States Congress
New Hampshire - District Two

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2006
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Alyson’s Orchards
Route 12
Walpole, New Hampshire

Alyson’s Cider, Cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres to be served
Contribution Requested: $1000 - $500 - $250 - $100 - $50 - Other
RSVP: rsvp@hodesforcongress.com or 603-223-2006

www.hodesforcongress.com
Paid for by Paul Corporate contributions are prohibited. Contributions to Paul Hodes for Hodes for Congress
Congress are not deductible for federal income tax purposes

Friday, September 08, 2006

Cheshire Democrats October Book Club Selection

We are reading Three Billion New Capitalists: The Great Shift of Wealth and Power to the East, by Clyde Prestowitz. The meeting will be Wednesday, October 18th, 6:30 PM, at the office at 2 Eagle Court.

Please contact Linda Cates with any questions;
lindacates@mindspring.com

Friday, August 25, 2006

Chesterfield Events

TUESDAY AUGUST 29 CDC Get Out the Vote Meeting
7:00PM 137 Twin Brook Rd.



TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 12 PRIMARY - Looking for a few volunteers for
work this day, and practice for Nov. 7.

Please contact:

Tim Butterworth
603/363-8076
timandkay@sugarbush.mv.com

Monday, August 21, 2006

Paul Hodes For Congress Fundraiser

A group of Democrats from around Cheshire County is sponsoring a fundraiser for Paul Hodes on Saturday afternoon August 26th, from 4-6 PM, at the Historical Society in Keene. Please join us and help "Take Back the House!". Contact any member of the committee or Paul Hodes' office for more information or to RSVP. We need your support and look forward to seeing you there. Linda Cates, 827-3839, lindacates@mindspring.com.
Keene Mayor Mike Blastos Rep. Dan Eaton State Senate Candidate Molly Kelly

Tim Butterworth Linda Cates & Tom Murray Mike Cornog Robert & Alfrieda Englund Joann Fenton

Andi Johnson Kip & Sandy Mackenzie Frank Murphy Kathleen O’Donnell Sam & Julie Osherson Stu West

Invite You to a Benefit Performance Fundraiser in Support of Paul Hodes

Democratic Candidate for United States Congress New Hampshire - District Two

SATURDAY, AUGUST 26, 2006 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Historical Society of Cheshire County 246 Main Street, Keene, NH

Featuring Performances by Jose Lezcano- jazz and classical guitar, Close Enough’s Alouette Iselin- hammered dulcimer and Julie Snow- vocal performance

Contribution Requested: $500 - $250 - $100 - $50 - $25 - Other

RSVP: rsvp@hodesforcongress.com or 603-223-2006

Thursday, August 03, 2006

Democrats Candidate Training

Please join us at the Cheshire County Democrat Headquarters located at 2 Eagle Court in Keene for a training session for 2006 candidates. This will be held on Tuesday, August 8th at 6:30 P.M.

Saturday, July 29, 2006

Molly Kelly for State Senate Events


Website, eMail List, Donations, Oh my!

We are proud to announce the official launch of our campaign website www.mollykelly.com. We encourage all Democrats who would like to stay informed of campaign events and happenings to visit the website and register for the campaign email list (Look for "Molly Mail" on the right hand side of the page) We are bound to have more special events and guests visiting over the course of the campaign at will use our email list as our primary communication method. Of course visiting the site will also allow you to learn more about Molly and offers the ability to accept your online donations.

Cheshire Democrats Monthly Meeting

Please join the Cheshire County Democrats for our Monthly Meeting! Sunday September 10th at 5:30 P.M. at our headquarters located at 2 Eagle Court (behind Bagleworks) in Keene.

Govenor Mark Warner to visit Stoddard

The Stoddard Democrats will be hosting Governor Mark Warner at a
special event to be held at Lakefalls Lodge (aka Shinbone Shack) in Stoddard on Saturday, August 19th. Governor Warner of Virginia is considered to be a leading Democratic candidate for President; he was the keynote speaker at the recent New Hampshire Democratic Party convention.

The event begins at 11:00 a.m. with light refreshments supplied by
the Pub, and a jazz trio which will include Don Baldini and Dave
Sporny. Governor Lynch and Congressional candidate Paul Hodes have
been invited and will probably be able to attend. Mayor Mike Blastos
of Keene will be a featured guest as well.

Tickets cost $10 each and are available from Bob Englund and other
members of the Stoddard Democrats committee or from Eddie Albert.
The event will be held rain or shine.

Lakefalls Lodge is located at the end of Aten Road, a continuation of
West Shore Road which is on the southwest side of Granite Lake. It
is approximately four miles from Munsonville center. Call Bob
Englund at 847-9727 for further details.