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.
Thursday, September 28, 2006
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.
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 ButterworthTara SadLucy Weber
with Tere & Bob ClarksonSteve & Val HortonBob & Susan Jasse
Melany Kahn & Bo FoardWolf Kahn & Emily MasonJack Pratt
Cynthia ReevesLarry 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
Tim ButterworthTara SadLucy Weber
with Tere & Bob ClarksonSteve & Val HortonBob & Susan Jasse
Melany Kahn & Bo FoardWolf Kahn & Emily MasonJack Pratt
Cynthia ReevesLarry 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
Please contact Linda Cates with any questions;
lindacates@mindspring.com
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