posted Jul 7, 2014, 1:44 PM by Rich Bailey
As expected due to the recent Burwell v. Hobby Lobby ruling the Religious Right has mounted a new assault on LGBTQ progress. That is why the Stonewall Democrats of Austin are inviting you to attend our July Happy Hour and Business meeting at The Brass House (115 San Jacinto Blvd) beginning at 6:30 pm. We are fighting back. Come hear the latest at our next Happy Hour and business meeting, this Wednesday July 9th. Details and RSVP here. This meeting will cover: LGBTQ Community Roundtable results TDP Platform first-ever LGBTQ section 10-1 Candidate Questionnaire and Interview/Endorsement Dates In the meantime: Do you know your 10-1 Council District? (Precincts can be split between Districts). Verify it here. Want to Impress your friends with an up-to-date City Council Candidate list and related information? It's here. |
posted May 14, 2014, 2:48 PM by Rich Bailey
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updated May 25, 2014, 2:30 PM
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The way we elect our Austin City Council is changing so the Stonewall Democrats of Austin (SDA) is hosting an LGBTQ Community Roundtable. The Roundtable will bring together subject-matter experts from the City
of Austin and from LGBTQ advocate and allied organizations. The purpose
of The Roundtable is to identify the most pressing LGBTQ issues facing
our community so that we can shape our City Council Candidate questionnaire and make informed decisions about who to support in the upcoming City Council elections.
“Keep Austin Queered” Roundtable
Saturday May 31, 2014
1:00 pm — 4:00 pm
Willie Mae Kirk Branch Library
3101 Oak Springs Dr.
Austin, Texas 78702
Professionally facilitated by: Betsy Aylin, PhD
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posted Mar 6, 2014, 9:14 AM by Rich Bailey
This year, Democratic Precinct Conventions were not held after the polls closed on March 4th. Instead, the Democratic Precinct Conventions will be held during the first part of the Democratic County Convention on Saturday, March 22, at the Palmer Event Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd., in Austin. The County Convention is a great time to meet your Democratic neighbors, hear from our terrific Democratic nominees, sign up to get involved in the Coordinated Campaign to ensure our victory in November, discuss important party business, develop our party's positions on various issues, and elect delegates to go on to the Texas Democratic Convention in Dallas on June 27-28. Registration will begin at 8 a.m. and the convention will be called to order at 10 a.m. on March 22. You may preregister now here. We are still recruiting County Convention committee members from all four Senate Districts that cover parts of Travis County, and we particularly need more women as well as more people from Senate Districts 21 and 24. If you would like to serve, please contact our office at 512-477-7500, and indicate on which of the following committees you are willing to serve: Nominations, Credentials, Rules and Procedures, or Resolutions. |
posted Mar 3, 2014, 11:28 AM by Rich Bailey
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updated Mar 3, 2014, 11:30 AM
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Join the Stonewall Democrats of Austin on Wednesday, March 12 at our monthly Happy Hour at The Third Base Sports Bar - 9600 S. IH-35 in the South Park Meadows shopping center. The
meeting will begin at 6:30 pm and we will hear from Nicole Dimetman and
Cleo DeLeon, plaintiffs in the successful court case striking down
Texas' anti-gay marriage law. Come hear them talk about their experience and celebrate their victory! |
posted Feb 17, 2014, 11:03 AM by Rich Bailey
Early voting for the March 4th Democratic Primaries begins Tuesday, February 18th and ends on Friday, February 28th. The Stonewall Democrats of Austin endorsed the following candidates: U.S. Senate - Maxey ScherrUS Congress (CD-25) - Marco Montoya US Congress (CD-31) - Louie MinorUS Congress (CD-35) - Lloyd DoggettGovernor - Wendy DavisAgriculture Commissioner - Hugh Asa FitzsimonsComptroller - Mike CollierLand Commissioner - John CookTexas House District 50 - Celia IsraelTexas House District 51 - Eddie RodriguezTravis County District Clerk - Velva PriceTravis County Treasurer - Ramey KoTravis County Judge - Andy BrownTravis County Commissioner, Precinct 2 - Garry BrownChief Justice, 3rd Court of Appeals - Diane HensonJudge, 250th District Court - Karin CrumpJudge, 403rd District Court - Brenda Kennedy Judge, County Court at Law #1 - Todd WongJudge, County Court at Law #2 - Eric Shepperd Judge, County Court at Law #3 - John LipscombeJustice of the Peace, Precinct 2 - Randall SlagleJustice of the Peace, Precinct 3 - Susan SteegJustice of the Peace, Precinct 5 - Herb Evans To find out where to vote click on this link: Polling Locations or download the locations in the files section (below). Do
not forget the new Texas Voter ID laws are now in effect. Some voters
may face extra scrutiny at their polling location. Make sure to bring
one of the following forms of Identification with you to cast your
vote: TX Driver’s License, TX Personal ID Card, TX concealed handgun
license, US military ID card, US citizenship with your photo, US
passport book or card, or Election ID Certificate (EIC) issued by DPS. Your
name on your ID must match your name on the voter ID list or be
"substantially similar". If you are not permitted to vote, to learn more
about the Voter ID laws, or to report any issues at the polls, please
visit Empower the Vote Texas, by clicking here or call the Travis County Democratic Party at 512-477-7500. |
posted Feb 4, 2014, 1:29 PM by Rich Bailey
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updated Feb 11, 2014, 8:51 AM
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Due to the sudden closure of The Third Base Sports Bar, the SDA February Happy Hour has moved to the Sheraton Hotel Lobby Bar.
Socialize with LGBT Austinites and learn all the current political gossip!
What: SDA Political Happy Hour
Network and learn how to get involved with Stonewall Democrats of
Austin and/or local campaigns for 2014 to support LGBT issues and
candidates who support us. |
posted Oct 30, 2013, 12:48 PM by Rich Bailey
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updated Oct 30, 2013, 1:28 PM
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Please join the Stonewall Democrats of Austin at our November 6th monthly
meeting. We are still in the process of trying new locations and a slightly
earlier start time in order to appeal to more members and potential
members.
This month's meeting will be at the Brava House beginning at 6:00 pm. The agenda is below.
What: SDA Monthly Meeting
Where: The Brava House, 1108 Blanco St
When: 6:00 PM
Agenda
Announce and Welcome New Members, Introductions
❏ New FB group members
❏ New Yahoo members
❏ New Dues and Renewals
Last Meeting Follow-Up
❏ Approval of Proposed Minutes of July 3rd meeting
❏ Report on SDA booth and Voter Registration at PRIDE
❏ Report on House District 50 Endorsement Meeting of August 28th and Nov 5 Election Results
New Business
❏ Consider By-Laws Change That Would Raise Vote Threshold Required for Candidate Endorsement
❏ Decision on Endorsement in House District 50 for Regular Primary
❏ Treasurer Report and Decision on Possible Contribution in District 50 Runoff (if Runoff Required)
❏ Plan for volunteer recruitment and SDA member/voter id for Runoff/Primary
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posted Oct 22, 2013, 1:48 PM by Rich Bailey
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updated Oct 22, 2013, 1:56 PM
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Early voting has begun and runs through November 1st. Election Day is Tuesday, November 5th. Citizens will be voting on 9 Constitutional Amendments, 1 City of Austin Bond item, and if you live in Texas House District 50 you have the opportunity to elect our endorsed candidate, Celia Israel to replace Mark Strama. Stonewall Democrats of Austin have also endorsed the City of Austin Affordable Housing Bonds proposition. Go to http://keepatxaffordable.org/
for more information on this effort. The organization also recommends a
vote "FOR" the Texas Constitutional Amendments #1, #2, #4, #6, #7, #8 and
#9. We recommend a "NO" vote on Amendments #3 and #5. To find out where to vote click on this link: Polling Locations or download the locations in the files section (below). Do not forget the new Texas Voter ID laws are now in effect. Some voters may face extra scrutiny at their polling location. Make sure to bring one of the following forms of Identification with you to cast your vote: TX Driver’s License, TX Personal ID Card, TX concealed handgun license, US military ID card, US citizenship with your photo, US passport book or card, or Election ID Certificate (EIC) issued by DPS. Your name on your ID must match your name on the voter ID list or be "substantially similar". If you are not permitted to vote, to learn more about the Voter ID laws, or to report any issues at the polls, please visit Empower the Vote Texas, by clicking here or call the Travis County Democratic Party at 512-477-7500. |
posted Sep 30, 2013, 8:51 AM by Rich Bailey
The Texas Democratic Party will be conducting its 2013 Candidate and Elected Officials Training this Saturday and Sunday (Oct. 5th and 6th) at the AFL-CIO Hall, 1106 Lavaca St. While the focus of the training will be on Candidates and Elected Officials, anyone who might be interested in getting good, solid information on how to help Democrats win in the next election cycle is encouraged to attend.
Registration is required and can be completed at https://docs.google.com/a/txdemocrats.org/forms/d/1TyB8d4pI1ojLPsRPOoTVOnm-C2CFG2oC990FuUbs_80/viewformPlease see the attached pdf for the training schedule. |
posted Aug 29, 2013, 10:05 AM by Rich Bailey
Stonewall Democrats of Austin has endorsed Democrat Celia Israel in the Special Election, House District 50 to replace Rep. Mark Strama who has resigned. The LGBT community of Austin is proud to stand with Celia in this race. The Stonewall Democrats are excited to assist in her and help add another progressive voice for the LGBT community in the Texas House. Celia has demonstrated a wide understanding of the issues facing our State and has the community experience to be an effective voice for us on education, transportation, health care and economic development. We encourage our members to support Celia by going to www.celiaisrael.com and either volunteer or contribute to her campaign. Stonewall Democrats of Austin have also endorsed the City of Austin Affordable Housing Bonds proposition. Go to http://keepatxaffordable.org/ for more information on this effort. The organization also recommends a vote for the Texas Constitutional Amendments #1, #2, #4, #6, #7, #8 and #9. The group voted to oppose Amendment #3 and #5. |
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