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2/21: Senior Democrats Meet in Springdale

The Senior Democrats of NW Arkansas will meet Tuesday, February 21, 11:30 lunch, 12 noon program at Western Sizzlin in Springdale. Judge Chad Mason will speak on , “Drug Court, Work Court and the Direction of the Courts.” Also, all of the candidates for judge positions will speak. The public is invited.

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2/27: BCD February meeting

“How to Keep an Elephant From Turning You Into a Jackass”

Brenda Gullett, a former Arkansas Democratic Representative and Senator from Fayetteville will be speaking on the above  topic at the monthly Benton County Democrats luncheon meeting on February 27, 2012.   She is also the owner of “Brenda Gullett Associates” which specializes in maximizing human potential.  She currently serves on the Arkansas state Board of Education and has served 6 years on the Jefferson County Quorum Court.  She remains active in a variety of community organizations.  Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to hear her intriguing presentation.

Meeting will be held at the Elks Lodge, 501 S. 40th St, Rogers, AR, beginning at 11:15 a.m.

A catered buffet lunch  is available beginning at 11:30 a.m. by advance reservation on or before Wednesday, February 22.    Contact Georgi Sterry by calling  876-5843 or email oldgrip@att.net

 

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It’s No Blarney !!!

With a St. Patrick’s day theme, the annual spring fundraiser, familiarly known as “Spring Fling” will be held on Friday, March 16, 2012, at the First United Methodist Church, Boyce Drive, Bella Vista.    Everyone who likes to have fun and visit is encouraged to join in the salad and dessert luncheon provided by members of Benton County Democrats.   Bring your friends and favorite card game or table game for an afternoon of games or just enjoy lunch and a pleasant visit with friends.  You may have the “Luck O’ the Irish” and win one of the door prizes as well.

Tickets are $10 per person and provides important  funds for BCD treasury.

Tickets will be available at the general membership meeting on February 27th, or by calling Mary Lee Hay at 855-3516.

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Announcement from Nancy Pelosi and Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee

Red to Blue 2012

The DCCC’s Red to Blue program highlights top Democratic campaigns across the country, and offers them financial, communications, grassroots, and strategic support. 

About Red to BlueThe DCCC’s Red to Blue program highlights top Democratic campaigns across the country, and offers them financial, communications, grassroots, and strategic support. The program will introduce Democratic supporters to new, competitive candidates in order to help expand the fundraising base for these campaigns. This is the earliest the DCCC’s Red to Blue program has been implemented in an election cycle.

About Majority Makers

Majority Makers highlights Democratic candidates in strong Democratic districts.

About Emerging Races

Emerging Races highlights candidates and districts that are making themselves competitive by running smart campaigns which are becoming increasingly competitive.

Red to Blue Races (18)

Ami Bera (CA-07)
Jose Hernandez (CA-10)
Mark Takano (CA-41)
Sal Pace (CO-03)
Val Demings (FL-08)
Keith Fitzgerald (FL-13)
Christie Vilsack (IA-04)
Brendan Mullen (IN-02)
Pam Gulleson (ND-AL)
Ann McLane Kuster (NH-02)
John Oceguera (NV-03)
Dan Maffei (NY-25)
Charlie Wilson (OH-06)
Kathy Boockvar (PA-08)
Nick Lampson (TX-14)
Denny Heck (WA-10)
Jamie Wall (WI-08)
Paul Hirschbiel (VA-02)

Majority Makers (3)

Alan Grayson (FL-27)
Steven Horsford (NV-04)
Joaquin Castro (TX-20)

Emerging Races (12)

Clark Hall (AR-01)
Raul Ruiz (CA-36)
Leonard Bembry (FL-02)
David Crooks (IN-08)
Rob Wallace (OK-02)
Manan Trivedi (PA-06)
Jackson Eaton (PA-15)
Eric Stewart (TN-04)
Pete Gallego (TX-23)
John Douglass (VA-10)
Rob Zerban (WI-01)
Pat Kreitlow (WI-07)

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Elect Ken Aden Third District Congressional Candidate


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Democrat Ken Aden announces for 3rd District Congress | Arkansas 


Ken Aden For Congress

Ken Aden believes it is time for real economic recovery in Arkansas. Click here to read more about Ken’s plan to create jobs in Northwest Arkansas

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  • From the Desk of the President…………

    This is the year we’ve been working and waiting for.

    Elsewhere on this page you will see an article that names Bill Beck as Democrat of the Year 2011. Among other accomplishments, Bill has provided movies for us to hold fund raisers and all of you stepped up to contribute as you have in various other ways. Please note the treasurer’s report that shows BCD’s have over $10,000 in our bank account. This is thanks to the membership and supporters who have helped in the past. We don’t plan to stop and are, even now, asking members to bring their friends and neighbors to our “Spring Fling” luncheon and card party to add to this bank balance.

    Why is this important? The primary objective of our group is to get Democrats elected to office. The stakes have never been higher than this election year. Our very democratic process is at risk. By the date of our next meeting, Arkansas candidates will have filed to run for office in preparation for the state primary on May 22..

    It is just as important to spend our funds wisely as it is to raise the funds. While we would like to see more Dems running in Benton county, we do know that we will have a Congressional candidate in Ken Aden, and hope for a few surprises at the local level. These candidates are our first priority but that does not mean we can’t help other districts to elect candidates for democratic success at both state and federal levels.

    I encourage each person reading this article to remain informed on candidates and issues and offer your best suggestions for where we can provide the most benefit for our money.
    Bring these ideas to our meetings or contact me by calling 479-721-1633 or email sharon8307@sbcglobal.net .

    Examples of ideas might be: (1) Radio advertising produced by DPA office in Little Rock to be aired on some of the smaller stations in outlying towns around the state, including Benton county. (2) Help in other areas. The national Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has just released a list of districts where Democrats have a good chance of holding or winning a seat that would reverse the current Republican majority in the U.S. House. Clark Hall who is running against Rep. Rick Crawford in House district 01 in Arkansas has been identified as one of the “emerging candidates”. For a complete list and explanation, please visit elsewhere on this web page.

    The need is great and opportunities many. Let us hear from you.