DNC Weekly Communications Report – Nov. 24
Health insurance reform, economic recovery, a state dinner, and more.
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DNC Weekly Report – Nov. 12
Health care and note interesting discussion re OFA.
DNC Oct. Change Commission Meeting – Followup
Here is some additional information on the October 24, 2009 DNC Change Commission meeting. First, here’s a link to a post by Change Commission member… Read More »DNC Oct. Change Commission Meeting – Followup
DNC Change Commission – Oct 24 pm Session
In the afternoon session, the Commission was presented with DNC staff options and discussed the timing, super delegate, and caucus issues. The options were suggestions only and do not bind the Commission. The afternoon session began with Virginian Larry Roberts bringing greetings from DNC Chair Governor Kaine. At the next and final meeting – December 5th in DC – the Commission will adopt its recommendations. The proposals and some of the discussion points are set forth below.Read More »DNC Change Commission – Oct 24 pm Session
DNC Change Commision – Oct 24 AM Session
The DNC Change Commission held its second meeting in Washington DC today to hear public comments on the presidential nomination process timing, the role of unpledged automatic or super delegates (SDs), and recommendations for improving caucuses, and begin its discussion of options. The meeting was chaired by Congressman Clyburn (D-SC). Virginians Hon. Alexis Herman and Hon. Jennifer McClellan attended as members of the Commission. Below are my notes from the morning session.Read More »DNC Change Commision – Oct 24 AM Session
DNC Change Commission Meeting Today
The DNC Change Commission is meeting today in Washington DC. Details to follow. http://www.demconwatchblog.com/diary/2633/democratic-change-commission-meeting-tomorrow
DNC Change Commission to Meet
The DNC Change Commission, which is reviewing the Democratic Party Presidential candidate nomination process will meet on Saturday, October 24, 2009, at 9:30 (tentative) at the … Read More »DNC Change Commission to Meet
DNC Fall Meeting – Rez & Pix
Here are the resolutions adopted at last weekend’s DNC meeting and pictures of Chairman Kaine, the Texas BBQ, and the Texas Capitol dome.
DNC Fall Meeting – Day 3
Virginian election update – Virginia national commiteewoman Mame Reiley was re-elected as Chair of the Women’s Caucus and Alfonso Lopez was elected as the Southern Region Vice Chair of the Hispanic Caucus. Read More »DNC Fall Meeting – Day 3
DNC Fall Meeting Day 2 – Part 2
SOUTHERN CAUCUS — The caucus spans states from Texas to Virginia, and includes West Virginia. The Caucus elected new officers, including our own DNC committeeman Lionell Spruill as Southern Caucus 1st Vice Chair. Other officers are Chair Gilda Cobb-Hunter (SC), 2nd Vice-Chair Karla Bradley (ARK), Secretary Lenora Sorola-Pohlman (TX), Treasurer David Parker (NC), and Southern Regional representatives to the executive commitee — Marie Prezioso (W.Va), Yvonne Davis (TX), Mitch Ceaser (FL), and Will Cheek (TN). Gilda is a member of the SC State House and will be an active and effective leader of the organization. Marie was president of the Young Democrats when I was active with that organization and has been an excellent DNC leaader. Alfonso Lopez was very happy to attend his first official function as a DNC member. Read More »DNC Fall Meeting Day 2 – Part 2
DNC Fall Meeting – Day 2 – Part 1
Today we will have a general session, regional caucus meetings which will elect officers (Virginia is in the Southern Caucus), and the DNC Executive Committee meeting.Read More »DNC Fall Meeting – Day 2 – Part 1
DNC Fall Meeting Day 1 — Part 2
RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE: The Committee, which is chaired by James Zogby (DC) and Maria Echaveste (CA), and includes Barbara Easterlin from Virginia, considered and passed a number… Read More »DNC Fall Meeting Day 1 — Part 2
DNC Fall Meeting – Day 1
This morning’s first meeting is of the Association of State Democratic Chairs. This group, chaired by Ray Buckley (Vt.), includes State party chairs, highest ranking… Read More »DNC Fall Meeting – Day 1
DNC Fall Meeting – Agenda
In Austin, Texas for the 2 1/2 day Fall Meeting of the DNC. We are at a Marriott about 10 miles from downtown, so not certain will make it to 6th Street. Will try. I’ll be posting updates over the next few days. Here’s the Agenda:Read More »DNC Fall Meeting – Agenda
Gov. Kaine Nominates DNC At Large, Committee Members
I am extremely honored and excited to have been nominated by Governor Kaine to serve on the DNC Credentials Committee. Governor Kaine has also nominated… Read More »Gov. Kaine Nominates DNC At Large, Committee Members
DNC Change Commission Meeting Postponed
As reported on DemConWatch, the DNC Change Commission meeting scheduled for Saturday, August 29th in St. Louis, was postponed due to the services for Senator… Read More »DNC Change Commission Meeting Postponed
DNC to Meet Sept. 10-12 in Austin
The Democratic National Committee hold its fall meeting on September 10-12, 2009 (Thursday-Saturday) at the Renaissance Austin Hotel in Austin, Texas. (The DVPA State Central Committee,… Read More »DNC to Meet Sept. 10-12 in Austin
DNC Official Weekly Report – Aug 20
Health Care and a bit more – are we starting to turn the corner and are people starting to focus on the reality of the… Read More »DNC Official Weekly Report – Aug 20
Health Care – Reason and Empathy
How in the world did the health care debate get so ugly? This isn’t about sacrificing the well being of the American people on the… Read More »Health Care – Reason and Empathy
Health Care Talking Points (DNC 8/6/2009)
The DNC has issued a good summary demonstrating why we need sensible health care reform now. For more info: http://my.barackobama.com/page/s/commitaugust. See below.
DNC Change Commission Seeks Public Comment
As discussed on this site, the DNC Change Commission was established at last year’s National Convention and is charged with recommending changes to the Party’s 2012 presidential… Read More »DNC Change Commission Seeks Public Comment
OFA – Listening to Virginia
Organizing for America (OFA) is the new DNC grassroots organizing arm – its mission is to build on the movement that elected President Obama by empowering… Read More »OFA – Listening to Virginia
DNC Change Commission Holds First Meeting
The DNC Change Commission held its first meeting at the Capitol Hilton in DC to hear presentations on primary calender, super delegates, and caucuses. Governor Kaine convened the meeting and charged the group to work to have a strong, fair, transparent process that is good for our party and the country. The meeting was well organized and included some interesting presentations on the issues and served to bring all Commission members up to speed. The next meeting on August 29 will feature public comment and the October 24 and December 5 meetings will discuss and adopt proposals. See the official DNC Change Commission website for updates. A brief summary of the meeting, copies of the materials, and key issues to be addressed are set forth below.Read More »DNC Change Commission Holds First Meeting
DNC Rules “Change Commission” to Meet In June
As we reported, the 2008 Democratic National Convention adopted a resolution to establish a DNC Change Commission to evaluate party rules. See Convention resolution, Commission membership. The Commission will hold its first meeting on June 27 in DC, and issue its final report by year end 2009. The DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee will consider the report, as well as other proposals on all 21 DNC Delegate Selection Rules, and adopt final rules by the fall of 2010. (State Parties will then submit Delegate Selection Plan in 2011.)Read More »DNC Rules “Change Commission” to Meet In June
DNC Committees meet in Richmond
The Executive Committee of the Democratic National Committee and Association of State Democratic Chairs (ASDC) met on friday – the first time (at least in anyone’s memory) that such a meeting has been held in Richmond. Appropriately for a Richmond meeting, the Executive Commitee adopted a resolution honoring George Rawlings (see April 26 post). The Committees heard from DNC Chair, Governor Tim Kaine, Ricmond Mayor Dwight Jones, and DNC leaders. The ASDC had several days of training seminars. Read More »DNC Committees meet in Richmond
DNC Commitees to Meet on May 15
The Democratic National Committee meets about a couple of times a year, but the DNC Executive Committee and Association of State Democratic Chairs (ASDC) meet… Read More »DNC Commitees to Meet on May 15
DNC Launches Change Commission
As we reported at the time, the 2008 Democratic National Convention adopted a resolution calling for the new DNC Chair to establish a Democratic Change… Read More »DNC Launches Change Commission
Barack Obama, Tim Kaine, & Tony Bennett
The DNC/Organizing for America had a short, but excellent fundraiser at the Warner Theater in DC tonight. Tony “I’ve always been a Democrat” Bennett showed… Read More »Barack Obama, Tim Kaine, & Tony Bennett
DNC Begins Kaine Era — Building on the 50 State Strategy
The Democratic National Committee met in Washington on January 21, 2009 and elected Virginia Governor Tim Kaine as its new Chair. He proclaimed the 50… Read More »DNC Begins Kaine Era — Building on the 50 State Strategy
Governor Kaine to Head DNC!
Excellent choice! See Washington Post article. The Governor has my vote.