Pancakes & Politics
Submitted by WCDP on Thu, 07/17/2008 - 10:31am.Location(s)
Come join us for a pancake breakfast on August 12, 2008 at 9:00 am at the Goodwin House, 220 Hillsborough St, Raleigh and listen to Rob Christensen who will be speaking about his book, "The Paradox of Tar Heel Politics".
Rob has some wonderful stories that he promises to share with us regarding his interactions with political figures throughout the years.
Rob Christensen's book will be available for purchase and signing. If you already own the book - bring it with you and Rob will personally sign it.
Sweet Victory Party - Thanks Everyone For a Great Evening!
Submitted by WCDP on Tue, 07/01/2008 - 9:49am.A big thank you to all who showed up last evening - we had a great time! We were blessed with a great crowd that included quite a few new faces - we hope to see you again at other events!
First, Congratulations to our Dessert Winners!
Individual Entry:
1st Place: Bill Cole, Candidate for Soil & Water Board - "Save the Dirt" Cake
2nd Place: Jinny Batterson - Carolina Blue Blueberry-Apple Buckle
THE 70'S DENVER SEND OFF!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Submitted by aselamin on Mon, 08/04/2008 - 3:29pm.Since we haven't turned NC Blue since '76...
Get out your bell bottoms, platform shoes, and afro wigs for a GROOVY Block Party to remember. Not only will we give an awesome send off for everyone heading to Denver, but we will also celebrate TFO member Aben El Amin's Birthday! Abeni is the 2nd Vice Chair for the Wake Dem Party and has been a loyal Obama supporter from the start. We will supply the food, music, and fun. All we need is you in your funkiest, Obamafied 70's outfit to make it Super Groovy!
DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES
Submitted by Doris Weaver on Wed, 07/30/2008 - 3:39pm.US PRESIDENT – Barack Obama (VP yet to be determined)
US SENATE – Kay Hagan
US CONGRESS
DISTRICT 2 – Bob Etheridge *
DISTRICT 4 – David Price *
DISTRICT 13 – Brad Miller *
GOVERNOR – Bev Purdue
LT GOVERNOR – Walter Dalton
COUNCIL OF STATE
SECRETARY OF STATE – Elaine Marshall *
ATTORNEY GENERAL – Roy Cooper *
TREASURER – Janet Cowell
AUDITOR – Beth A. Wood
COMMISSIONER OR INSURANCE – Wayne Goodwin
COMMISSIONER OF LABOR – Mary Fant Donnan
SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION – June Atkinson *
SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE – Ronnie Ansley
Early Voting
Submitted by Doris Weaver on Wed, 07/30/2008 - 3:33pm.DATES FOR VOTING - Early Voting with Same Day Registration will take place at the Wake County Board of Elections in Raleigh beginning on October 16 though October 22, and at the main BOE site and 15 other satellite voting sites from October 23 through November 1.
MAIN SITE LOCATION AND HOURS
Board of Elections Office
Conference Room
337 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh
Thu 10/16 –Fri 10/17 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mon 10/20 - Fri 10/24 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sat 10/25 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sun 10/26 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Election 2008
Submitted by Doris Weaver on Tue, 07/29/2008 - 3:26pm.September 15 - First day to request an absentee ballot by mail.
October 10 - Last day to register, change your name, address or party affiliation. Voter registration forms must be postmarked by or hand delivered by 5 PM. Forms are available at www.wakegov.com/elections or by calling 919 857-9345.
October 16 - One-Stop Voting begins at the Board of Elections office.
October 28 - Last day to request an absentee ballot by mail.
November 1 - One-Stop Early Voting ends.
Idea Form
Submitted by WCDP on Wed, 04/25/2007 - 8:22am.Please let us know your idea to help the Democratic party!
