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Recruitment Committee seeks volunteers

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15-Sept-23

Recruitment Committee Chairman – Justin Brown
BBQ Event and Holiday Party Consolidation into one event.
Democratic Party of Contra Costa County Chair, Co-Chairs, and Members

The purpose of this memo is to inform the general membership that after careful deliberation among the recruitment committee members, we have decided against putting on two events this year and consolidating our focus on one event, the holiday party. The reason for this decision comes after taking a full view of our calendar as well as those whom we work alongside such as labor having a lot of our events concentrated toward the end of the year.

Focusing all our efforts on the holiday event and recruitment for our upcoming election cycle, I’m asking for your help. We need you who are willing to host tables at our various farmers markets in the county to step up. We’re also accepting anyone who is willing to help with the planning of the holiday event. We currently meet on the first Sunday at 5pm via zoom but are willing to change the meeting time to ensure everyone wanting to help can participate. If you are that member with a little zeal and enough time on your schedule, please contact me at N.Brownjustin108@gmail.com or by text (925)434-7443.

In solidarity,

Justin Brown
Chairman
Recruitment Committee

Volunteers needed for CADEM Convention

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Dear California Democrats,  We are excited to be getting back together for the second time this year at our November 2023 Endorsing Convention in Sacramento! We are looking for dedicated volunteers to help make this event a success. As a volunteer, you will play a vital role in helping us create an unforgettable experience. With your help, we will go through our endorsement process, adopt a new platform, and of course, continue organizing for 2024!  Our convention will take place from November 17 – 19 at the Sacramento Convention Center, and we are in need of over 400 volunteers to assist with a wide range of tasks. Whether you are interested in helping with the registration and credentialing of our convention attendees, greeting guests, or lending a hand wherever needed, we have a role for you.  As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to meet and work with other passionate Democrats from around the state and get a first-hand look at all the amazing work Democratic activists are doing. Additionally, all volunteers will receive an Observer pass to attend events typically reserved only for credentialed delegates, after you’ve completed your volunteer shift!   Can you share your time with us as we prepare for a victorious 2024?
SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER
P.S. mandatory training will be provided for all volunteers. You’ll get more details on that after you sign up. Also, hotel or parking accommodations at Convention are the responsibility of the volunteer.
SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER
If you have any questions, please contact us at Volunteer2023@cadem.org. Thank you and see you in Sacramento! 

September 8th DeSaulnier Annual Reception – DPCCC Members are his guests!

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Congressman DeSaulnier invites DPCCC Members to attend his annual reception at the Shadelands Ranch in Walnut Creek, Friday, September 8th from 6 to 8 pm as his guest!

The event is free, no donation required.  Please register so they can plan for refreshments.  Click on this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezwyQH_cCtYV__RVPtB5IV2N2x7QHZQIaT6sRsKNLfdhu76Q/viewform

TRUTH Act Community Form

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Contra Costa County TRUTH Act Community Forum scheduled for July 18

(Martinez, CA) – The Contra Costa County TRUTH Act Community Forum to discuss civil immigration enforcement activities is scheduled for 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 18, during the regular Board of Supervisors meeting.

The discussion will focus on local immigration enforcement activities in 2022 as well as law enforcement interactions with the U.S. Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. The annual event has been held since 2017 as part of California’s State Assembly Bill 2792, the Transparent Review of Unjust Transfers and Holds (TRUTH) Act, which aims to increase transparency and accountability among federal and local law enforcement agencies. The Board meeting will also include discussion of the Sheriff’s Oversight Report for the quarter ending June 30, 2023.

“Transparency in law enforcement is vital to maintaining public trust and strengthens relationships in our local communities,” said Board of Supervisors Chair John Gioia. “The forum provides an opportunity for residents to ask the Sheriff’s Office about their immigration enforcement activities, which
is crucial for maintaining accountability to the public. We must strongly support our immigrant communities, so they feel safe and empowered if we are to truly achieve equity in all policies.”

For language access at the forum:

  • Spanish language interpretation is available.
  • To request a language other than Spanish, contact the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors byTuesday, July 11, at TRUTHAct@cob.cccounty.us.
  • The meeting will be closed-captioned in real time.Watch the forum at www.contracosta.ca.gov or on CCTV channels: AT&T U-Verse Channel 99, Comcast Channel 27, or WAVE Channel 32. Send comments or questions to TRUTHAct@cob.cccounty.us or to ClerkoftheBoardofSupervisors,1025EscobarSt,1st Floor,Martinez,CA,94553.

CADEM 2023 Convention

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DPCCC is sending this reminder about the upcoming CADEM Organizing Convention May 25 to 28 in Los Angeles – make sure to make your hotel reservations early to be near the Convention site and pre-register by May 1st to avoid the long lines!!!!

Volunteers are also needed at the Convention, so consider being a volunteer if you aren’t a Delegate!

Dear CADEM Member Delegate, County Chairs, and Officers, 

Congratulations on becoming a 2023-25 Democratic State Central Committee Delegate member to the nation’s largest state Democratic Party! 

The California Democratic Party (CADEM) announced that Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi will keynote the May 2023 State Convention held on May 25 – 28, 2023 in Los Angeles. In honor of Nancy Pelosi’s dedication to service, CADEM’s convention theme will focus on the grassroots power of California Democrats: Don’t Agonize, ORGANIZE!

CADEM May 2023 State Organizing Convention in Los Angeles 

May 25 – 28, 2023 

Don’t Agonize, ORGANIZE!

At this Convention, the 2023 Democratic State Central Committee (DSCC) Delegates will be ratifying the results of the CADEM Officer Elections, attending the New Delegate orientation, CADEM trainings, CDP Caucus meetings, and conducting official CDP business. 

As we honor Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, attendees and the 2023 delegate members have an opportunity to activate and organize young voters and package essential items that will go towards Angeleinos in need! 

CADEM State Convention Date: 

THURDSDAY, May 25, 2023 – Sunday, May 28, 2023 

Online Registration Closes: 

Monday, May 1, 2023 

NOTE: Online early bird Registration closes promptly at 5:00 p.m. on May 1, 2023. You may register on-site during the Convention Credentialing pick up/on-site registration hours in HALL A/B of the Los Angeles Convention Center. 

To be registered/credentialed* the voting delegate/proxy members attendee must log in to the CADEM Delegate Member Portal or go to https://cdpconvention.org/register/ and follow the instructions.

Online Registration Fees: 

(Online early bird registration fees will expire at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 1, 2023, and prices will increase for onsite registration.) 

2023 DSCC Delegate Dues: $60 | Onsite – $60 

Convention Delegate/Proxy Registration: $105 | Onsite – $145 

Convention Delegates/Proxy Senior(65+)/Student): $55 | Onsite – $95 

Delegate Significant Other Observer: $80 | Onsite – $130 

Convention Observer Pass: $135 | Onsite – $180 

To request a Convention Observer Pass – CLICK HERE

CADEM Dinner Ticket: $150 

6:00 p.m., Saturday, May 27 featuring Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi 

Seating is limited and subject to availability, early purchase of meals is strongly advised. 

Don’t wait until the Convention! Signup and join a CDP Caucus

2023 State Convention Super Organizers and Volunteers are Needed! 

Our convention activities will take place from Friday, May 26 to Sunday, May 28 at the JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE and the Los Angeles Convention Center, and we need over 800 volunteers to assist with a wide range of tasks. 

Take action and organize at the convention by texting young voters or bundling essential items that will help out Angelinos in need! 

If you are interested in helping with the registration and credentialing of our convention attendees, greeting guests, being a training assistant, or lending a hand wherever needed, we have a role for you! 

To learn more about how to volunteer at this convention visit, https://cdpconvention.org/volunteer2/.

Democratically yours, 

The CADEM Team 

To stay up-to-date on all Convention information visit, https://cdpconvention.org/.

The 2023 Spring Film Forum in the Acalanes Continuing Education Program at the Del Valle Theater is open for enrollment: Reel Reflections – Racial Issues on the Silver Screen

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Reel Reflections: Racial Issues on the Silver Screen

The focus this term is on films that bring attention to persons who have been historically marginalized and racially denigrated. Each film is based on real people and true events.

Since the same film is featured, students have the flexibility to attend either section, whenever any attendance conflict arises.

This is a list of films that will viewed and discussed.

3/ 21 & 23 ~ Week 1:  Who We Are: Chronicle of Racism in America (2021) – Netflix doc.

3/ 28 & 30 ~ Week 2:  Small Steps, Big Strides: Black Experiences in Hollywood (1996) – doc.

~ SPRING BREAK ~ April 3 – 7 ~ NO CLASSES ~

4/ 11 & 13 ~ Week 3:  Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman (1974) – Freevee, Tubi, Prime $1.99

4/ 18 & 20 ~ Week 4:  10,000 Black Men Named George (2002) – NOT streaming.

4/ 25 & 27 ~ Week 5:  Something the Lord Made (2004) – HBO Max, Prime Video $2.99

5/ 2 & 4 ~ Week 6:  Lackawanna Blues (2005) – NOT streaming on television.

5/ 9 & 11 ~ Week 7:  American Violet (2008) – Free vee, Pluto.tv, Prime $0.99

5/ 16 & 18 ~ Week 8:  Marshall (2017) – Prime $3.99

5/ 23 & 25 ~ Week 9:  BlacKKKlansmen (2018) – FXNOW, Prime Video $3.99

Contact Lynne Thorner at  Lbthorner4657@gmail.net with specific questions.

The link to signup https://www.acalanes.k12.ca.us/Page/3772

Agenda for special Membership meeting to decide 2022 endorsements

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DPCCC is holding a special Membership meeting this Thursday, September 1 at 6pm to decide our 2022 general election endorsements. Although it has already been noticed to members by email as usual with our meeting agendas, the agenda is also being posted here on the public website in compliance with our Bylaws:

Any DPCCC meeting where official endorsements will be voted on must have this item properly placed on the agenda, and the agenda must be postmarked or sent by e-mail to all DPCCC members at least seven (7) days before the meeting is held and posted on the DPCCC public website.

If you are a registered Democrat, wish to attend, and do not already have the Zoom link for the meeting, please email the Secretary to receive it.

Please note that while any registered Democrat may attend, only the Regular Members of DPCCC and/or their Alternates will be able to vote.

Special membership agenda

2022 general election endorsements

Thursday, September 1, 2022, 6pm

Agenda

  1. Call to order and welcome
  2. Review Zoom meeting procedures
  3. Establish a quorum (31 out of 60 Regular Members)  
  4. Approve agenda
  5. Action items and reports
    1. 1st Vice-Chair – Susana Williams
      1. Endorsements Committee – Irene Tait and Tamela Hawley
        1. General election 2022 endorsements consent calendar (additional documents: Endorsements voting process, candidate questionnaires)
  6. Adjourn

Juneteenth Celebrations

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JUNETEETH CELEBRATIONS THIS WEEKEND

City of Richmond Juneteenth Parade and Festival: June 18, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Booker T. Anderson Center, Richmond.
This year will be Richmond’s first in-person Juneteenth festival since 2019. The parade will start at 10 a.m. at the Booker T. Anderson Center and end at Nichol Park, where a food festival and live music awaits. Free. ci.richmond.ca.us/

Pleasant Hill Juneteenth-Proud To Be — Partner Painting: June 19, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 548 Contra Costa Blvd., Pleasant Hill.
Celebrate Juneteenth with a night of painting led by instructors at Painting with a Twist. The whole family is welcome. $42. paintingwithatwist.com/

April 2022 Fundraiser

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DPCCC held a Fundraiser on April 23, 2022 in the Pleasant Hill Park. A good time was had by all and some of our endorsed candidates in the 2022 Primary Election spoke at the event. Look to our CALENDAR for future events and fundraisers and JOIN US!  And, DONATE to DPCCC to help us elect more Democrats!