Fairfax City Democrats Directhttp://blog.fairfaxcitydemocrats.orgQuick BlogElection Resultshttp://blog.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org/2008/05/07/election-results.aspx
As you know by now, the Mayor, council members, and school board for our fair city were elected yesterday. Your voice was heard and the results are available here. While all of these offices are non-partisan, I think it is worth while to note that 2 of our members will be seated on the next City Council.  Gary Rasmussen and Dan Drummond has been re-elected, and elected respectively. Congratulations!

Sponsorships

Please consider joining in and helping us finance the many things we do as an engaged and thriving Committee. Even if you don't always have the time to volunteer, you can still lend a helping hand. We have sponsorships available, but they're going fast!

Dems Breakfast

Saturday, May 17th, 9:00 AM at Old Country Buffet come join in with your fellow Democrats and discuss politics in a friendly informal get-together.  On this day, we will gather for breakfast before heading over to the 11th CDDC Convention, for those who are participating in that event as well.

11th Congressional District Democratic Convention

Saturday, May 17th, 12 noon at Robinson High School the convention will feature more than 400 political activists who will gather to elect national delegates and a national alternate to the Democratic National Convention in Denver.

Scheduled speakers at the convention include U.S. Senator Jim Webb, Virginia Senate Majority Leader Dick Saslaw, the four candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for Congress in the 11th CD, and other elected officials.  Full details are available here.

Open Your Eyes Video Series

Wednesday, May 21st, 7:30 PM at the City of Fairfax Library we will continue our progressive insight video presentations.  The topic for this month is regarding energy crisis and how past events in Cuba may provide some insight into how we can prepare and/or avoid energy issues in the future.

11th Congressional District Candidates Debate

Thursday, May 29th, 7:30 PM at Old Town Hall we will host, along with the 11th CDDC and the Fairfax County Democratic Committee, a debate among all four of our Congressional candidates. This promises to be an interesting evening of commentary - so mark your calendars now and plan to join in.

JJ Dinner

Thursday, June 5th, 7:00 PM at P.J. Skidoos join us for our annual banquet dinner. Further details will be coming soon, but, please circle the evening of June 5th now, as it promises to be an exciting evening of fun at PJ Skidoos.
]]>CFDC2008-05-07T14:46:19ZFrom Kathy Hackshaw and Evie Ifantideshttp://blog.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org/2008/05/05/from-kathy-hackshaw-and-evie-ifantides.aspxCome One, Come All

A coffee, wine (and, yes, even juice box) break 

with

Leslie Byrne

Democratic Candidate for Congress

◊ Discuss issues that matter

◊ Share your thoughts

◊ Meet your neighbors

◊ Bring the kids!

WHEN: Thursday, May 8th, 7 – 9 PM

WHERE: At the home of Kathy and Dave Hackshaw

WHO: Hosted by Evangellie Ifantides and the Hackshaws

4010 Stonewall Ave in Fairfax City (same street as Woody’s Ice Cream)

Questions? Call 703-691-0006

Suggested donation of $25

No RSVP necessary! 

*Please make checks payable to Byrne for Congress -- P.O. Box 2612, Falls Church, VA 22042 or contribute online at www.lesliebyrne.org]]>CFDC2008-05-05T14:18:14ZThe Party Rolls Onhttp://blog.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org/2008/04/23/the-party-rolls-on.aspx
Since the Pennsylvania primary basically resolved nothing in the primary battle between Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, I thought it would be a good idea to post the latest delegate numbers on our website. You can now stay up-to-date simply by clicking on us.

We had a great time at our Dems Breakfast last Saturday. Sen. Saslaw brought us up-to-date on what is happening in the General Assembly, and then we pitched in and cleaned-up our Adopt-A-Spot along Main Street across from Walgreen's. It was a good time and wonderful way to do our part for Earth Day.

Also, I thought I would mention just a quick reminder that we have our City elections coming up on Tuesday, May 6th. So be sure and set aside some time to vote. Since it is a non-partisan election, we are not supporting or endorsing any particular candidate for office. However, we encourage all of our members to have your voice heard and exercise your right to vote. Freedom is not free!

Sponsorships

Please consider joining in and helping us finance the many things we do as an engaged and thriving Committee. Even if you don't always have the time to volunteer, you can still lend a helping hand. We have sponsorships available, but they're going fast!

Faux Food

Tonight, April 23rd at the City of Fairfax Library we will continue our Open Your Eyes video series with a new video and discussion about how genetically modified foods and the companies that make them threaten ours lives and liberties. This may sound like a serious topic (and it is), but we'll be sure to have a little fun among ourselves. Further details are available here.

11th Congressional District Candidates Debate

Thursday, May 29th at Old Town Hall we will host, along with the 11th CDDC and the Fairfax County Democratic Committee, a debate among all four of our Congressional candidates. This promises to be an interesting evening of commentary - so mark your calendars now and plan to join in.

JJ Dinner

Thursday, June 5th at P.J. Skidoos join us for our annual banquet dinner. Further details will be coming soon, but, please circle the evening of June 5th now, as it promises to be an exciting evening of fun at PJ Skidoos.
]]>CFDC2008-04-23T16:09:18ZCaucus and Conventionshttp://blog.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org/2008/04/17/caucus-and-conventions.aspx
While last night's Democratic Presidential debate is now history, so is our caucus that was scheduled for Saturday, April 19th (with absentee voting scheduled for today) as it has been cancelled.  We will be sending two Obama Delegates and three Clinton Delegates to the 11th CDDC Convention in May and to the State Convention in June.

As it turned out, we did not have more delegates pre-filing for selection to the conventions, for the candidate that they were supporting, than we had positions available.  Therefore, all the candidates who pre-filed will be representing us.

Informal Dems Breakfast

Saturday, April 19th we will have as our special guest, State Senator Dick Saslaw who will join us for some good discussion and local politicking.  Then, in recognition of Earth Day, after breakfast we will head out to the Adopt-a-Spot next to the bus stop across from Walgreens and pitch in to clean it up.

Faux Food

Wednesday, April 23rd we will continue our Open Your Eyes video series with a new video and discussion about how genetically modified foods and the companies that make them threaten ours lives and liberties.  This may sound like a serious topic (and it is) but we'll be sure to have a little fun among ourselves.  Further details are available here.

11th Congressional District Candidates Debate

Thursday, May 29th we will host, along with the 11th CDDC and the Fairfax County Democratic Committee, a debate among all four of our Congressional candidates.  This promises to be an interesting evening of commentary - so mark your calendars now and plan to join in.

JJ Dinner

Thursday, June 5th join us for our annual banquet dinner.  Further details will be coming soon, but, please circle the evening of June 5th now, as it promises to be an exciting evening of fun at PJ Skidoos.

Sponsorships

Please consider joining in and helping us finance the many things we do as an engaged and thriving Committee.  Even if you don't always have the time to volunteer, you can still lend a helping hand.  We still have sponsorships available.
]]>CFDC2008-04-23T16:13:56ZBe As Involved As You Want To Behttp://blog.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org/2008/04/11/be-as-involved-as-you-want-to-be.aspx
Want To Be A Delegate?

All of the details for how to be a delegate are noted on our website.  Please remember that the filing deadline is Monday, April 14th at 5:00 PM.  The unassembled caucus will be held on April 19th, with absentee voting taking place on Thursday, April 17th.

11th CDDC Sturdivant Awards Banquet

Sunday, April 13th (this coming Sunday) join in the fun and celebrate local Democrats who have made a difference in our community.  Among the award recipients will be State Senator Joe Gartlan for his lifetime of public service to Virginians, and our own John Harold, who is being honored for his public service.  Further details are available here.

Informal Dems Breakfast

Saturday, April 19th we will have as our special guest, State Senator Dick Saslaw who will join us for some good discussion and local politicking.  Then, in recognition of Earth Day, after breakfast we will head out to one of our City parks and pitch in to clean it up.

Faux Food

Wednesday, April 23rd we will continue our Open Your Eyes video series with a new video and discussion about how genetically modified foods and the companies that make them threaten ours lives and liberties.  This may sound like a serious topic (and it is) but we'll be sure to have a little fun among ourselves.  Further details are available here.

JJ Dinner

Thursday, June 5th join us for our annual banquet dinner.  Further details will be coming soon, but, please circle the evening of June 5th now, as it promises to be an exciting evening of fun at PJ Skidoos.

I hope to see you on Sunday!

Joseph Harmon
Chair, City of Fairfax
Democratic Committee
www.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org
703-385-8500

Our next Committee Meeting will be Thursday, May 1, 2008, at 7:30 p.m.
See all of our upcoming events at www.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org/news.htm
]]>CFDC2008-04-15T11:56:54ZEarth Day and Other Happeningshttp://blog.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org/2008/03/31/earth-day-and-other-happenings.aspx
It all starts this week at our Wednesday, April 2nd Committee Meeting.  Our special guest this Wednesday will be Norbert Pink.  Mr. Pink is with the Great Falls group of the Sierra Club.  He will be presenting an overview of the Sierra Club and how the organization impacts our local environment.  Also, he will be informing us on how we can get involved right here in our neck of the woods.

Then, after our Breakfast on Saturday, April 19th, you can join in and help clean-up one of our City parks.  Trash bags and great company will be provided, all you need to do is pitch in.

Candidates Night

As you know, we are meeting this Wednesday, not Thursday, so that those who would like to attend the American Legion's Candidates Night can do so.  The event will take place in the ballroom starting at 7:00 PM.

11th CDDC Sturdivant Awards Banquet

Join us along with the 11th Congressional District Democratic Committee for an evening of recognition and mingling with fellow Democrats.  The banquet will be held on Sunday, April 13th, 5:30 - 7:30 PM.  Full details are available here.

Want To Be A Delegate?

All of the details for how to be a delegate are noted on our website.  Please remember that the filing deadline is Monday, April 14th at 5:00 PM.

Mark Your Calendar

April 2nd: Committee Meeting

April 13th: 11th CDDC Sturdivant Awards Banquet

April 14th: CFDC Delegate Filing Deadline at 5:00 PM

I hope to see you Wednesday.

Joseph Harmon
Chair, City of Fairfax
Democratic Committee
www.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org
703-385-8500
]]>CFDC2008-04-07T20:27:40ZOpen Your Eyeshttp://blog.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org/2008/03/20/open-your-eyes.aspxWe are excited to announce that our first monthly "Open Your Eyes" video series presentation will be held next week on Wednesday, March 26th at 7:30 PM.  We are holding the presentation at the City of Fairfax Regional Library.  The video itself is about 45 minutes and we'll follow it up with an impromptu discussion about the topic.  What is the topic you ask?  Well, the title of the video is "Money As Debt".  It's all about how we have become a debt-laden society, how we got here and what to do about it.

The "Open Your Eyes" video series will be about topics that are relevant to our society today with an eye toward a progressive perspective.  If you have ideas about future presentations, please contact Rebecca Williams, as she is our Education Facilitator.  You can simply reply to this message and I'll get your email directly to Rebecca.

Call To Caucus

Our call to caucus is now available on our website.  As you know, the City of Fairfax Democratic Committee is holding an unassembled caucus for selection of state delegates on Saturday, April 19, 2008, from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM at the City of Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 North Street, Fairfax, VA 22030.

Absentee voting will be held on Thursday, April 17, 2008, from 7:00 - 9:00 PM at the City Hall Annex, 10455 Armstrong Street, Fairfax, VA 22030.

Mark Your Calendar

March 26th: "Open Your Eyes" video series premiere "Money As Debt"

April 2nd: Committee Meeting

April 14th: CFDC Delegate Filing Deadline at 5:00 PM

I hope to see you next Wednesday.

Joseph Harmon
Chair, City of Fairfax
Democratic Committee
www.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org
703-385-8500]]>CFDC2008-03-20T15:23:34ZSponsorshipshttp://blog.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org/2008/03/12/sponsorships.aspx
We have now listed all of our planned events for the year on our website calendar; please take a moment now to look it over so you can add the events to your upcoming schedule.  We will endeavor to always keep you abreast of goings-on, but, you can always check the website for the latest information.

Sponsorships
As you can see by our line-up we will be busy working hard and having fun spreading the progressive message of our Party.  All of this takes voluntary time and effort, but, it also takes money.  Therefore, we have devised the following donation schedule so that you can see where your hard earned money goes.  Pick an item or multiple items, click on the link(s), and you can make a donation for that specific event right now (or you can always mail in a check).  You do not need a PayPal account to use these links.

·    "Open Your Eyes" Video Series $9
·    "The Democrat" Flyer Insert $9
·    Turn VA Blue Bumper stickers $19
·    Earth Day Clean-up Materials $19
·    November Election Sample Ballots $29
·    CFDC Yard Signs $29
·    Independence Day Parade Float Materials $39
·    June Primary Welcome Brochures $39
·    Roll of Stamps $41
·    JJ Dinner Programs $49
·    Change Is Good Event $49
·    Membership Drive Mailer $49

Once we receive your donation, we will earmark it for that program, and your donation will be used for just that.  Alternatively, you can make a donation in any amount you choose.  All those who participate in our sponsorship program or make a donation today will be listed as Sponsors with special thanks on the Agenda that is handed out at each Committee meeting.

Delegates
As we discussed at our last meeting, we will be having our unassembled caucus on Saturday, April 19, 2008, at the Fairfax City Regional Library, at 12 noon - 4 PM.  If you plan on being on the ballot as a delegate for the candidate of your choice, you must file your Delegate Prefiling Form, and your Caucus Declaration Form with me by 5:00 PM on Monday, April 14th.  You can fax your form to me at 888-244-0828, send it via email, or mail it in (the address is on our website).

We will have the Call to Caucus posted online shortly, but, if you have any questions in the meantime, please do not hesitate to ask.  You can either reply to this message, or call me at 703-963-3863.

Mark Your Calendar

See all of our upcoming events and get all the details online.

March 15th: CFDC Saturday Morning Breakfast with special guest State Senator Chap Petersen

March 26th: "Open Your Eyes" video series premiere "Money As Debt"

April 2nd: Committee Meeting

I hope to see you on Saturday.

Joseph Harmon
Chair, City of Fairfax
Democratic Committee
www.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org
703-385-8500

Our next Committee Meeting will be Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at 7:30 p.m.
See all of our upcoming events at www.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org/news.htm]]>CFDC2008-03-12T16:11:52ZCity of Fairfax Candidateshttp://blog.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org/2008/03/05/city-of-fairfax-candidates.aspx
For Mayor

Cristina Lee Gaines
10302 Confederate Ln
Fairfax, VA 22030-2132
crismkcg@yahoo.com

Robert F. Lederer
3511 Winston Place
Fairfax, VA 22030-2937
lederer@pestworld.org

Rosemary F. McDowell
PO Box 453
Fairfax, VA 22038-0453
info@mcdowell4mayor.com

For Council Member

Gary J. Rasmussen
3210 Armory Ct
Fairfax, VA 22030-1911
garyras@patriot.net

Steven C. Stombres
10092 Daniels Run Way
Fairfax, VA 22030
stombres@cox.net

Patrice M. Winter
3502 Old Post Rd
Fairfax, VA 22030
pmwinter54@yahoo.com

Gerald T. "Jerry" O'Dell
3920 Bradwater St
Fairfax, VA 22031

William G. "Bill" Foster
PO Box 473
Fairfax, VA 22038-0473
wgfhokie@aol.com

Daniel F. Drummond
10400 Cleveland St
Fairfax, VA 22030-3629
dan@danforfairfax.com

Joan W. Cross
4107 John Trammell Ct
Fairfax, VA 22030-3500
joan4council@yahoo.com

Jeffrey C. Greenfield
3584 Sharpes Meadow Ln
Fairfax, VA 22030-3239
greenfield@jeffgreenfield.org

W. Randy Myers
4221 University Dr
Fairfax, VA 22030-3610
skipjack184@msn.com

David L. Meyer
PO Box 725
Fairfax, VA 22038-0725
meyerfamilyinva@verizon.net

Kim C. Luckabaugh
10802 Orchard St
Fairfax, VA 22030-3017
kim.luckabaugh@verizon.net

For School Board

Julie A. Knight
3805 Keith Ave
Fairfax, VA 22030-3117
b_jknight@msn.com

Jon A. Buttram
4305 Sideburn Rd
Fairfax, VA 22030-3506
jbuttram@csc.com

Elisa L. Lueck
3231 Plantation Pkwy
Fairfax, VA 22030
lueck4schoolboard@verizon.net

Tobin M. "Toby" Sorensen
10137 Spring Lake Terrace
Fairfax, VA 22030-2054
tobe68@cox.net

Janice B. Miller
10525 Providence Way
Fairfax, VA 22030
jmiller@patriot.net


]]>CFDC2008-03-05T21:16:56ZCandidates and Delegateshttp://blog.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org/2008/03/05/candidates-and-delegates.aspx Once again I am writing this note to you after a significant Presidential Primary/Caucus day.  And once again, it is too close to call between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.

That doesn't mean we have to wait to decide who our delegates will be.  The Virginia numbers are in and as you know from my previous message, we have a total of 8 delegates and 4 alternates.  That means 12 of us can participate as Delegates at both our 11th Congressional District Convention and the VA State Party convention.  From among those convention delegates, our national delegates will be selected.

How Can I Be A Delegate?

Join us this Thursday evening at 7:30 PM at our Committee meeting, and you will have all your questions answered.  I will be presenting an overview of the delegate selection process and we will have the filing forms available.  Also, I am pleased to announce that Mr. George Burke, 11th Congressional District Committee Chair will be joining us.  So if I can't answer your question, I'm sure he will be able to.

Congressional Candidates

As I mentioned previously, Thursday, March 6th promises to be an exciting evening in the life of our Committee as all four of our Congressional candidates will be present.  Each of them will give a brief overview of their campaigns, how folks can join in, and any upcoming campaign events.  We will also have a short intermission to give you a chance to pass on your contact information and find out how you can get involved with the candidate's campaign of your choosing.

Candidate Links

For your ready reference, here is a list of links to both our Senate and Congressional  candidates...

Mark Warner
www.markwarner2008.com

Julien Modica
www.modicaforsenate.com

Lori Alexander
www.lorialexanderforcongress.com

Leslie Byrne
www.lesliebyrne.org

Gerry Connolly
www.gerryconnolly.com

Doug Denneny
www.dougforcongress.com

Among the Membership

If you are holding a campaign event for one of our candidates - or some other Dem focused event - let me know and I will include your information in this newsletter (CFDC members only).  Also, I will highlight our CFDC upcoming events in this section.

March 5th: Gerry Connolly Open House at Gary Rasmussen's home, 7:30 PM

March 15th: CFDC Saturday Morning Breakfast with special guest State Senator Chap Petersen

March 26th: "Open Your Eyes" video series premiere "Money As Debt"

I hope to see you tomorrow night.

Joseph Harmon
Chair, City of Fairfax
Democratic Committee
www.fairfaxcitydemocrats.org
703-385-8500]]>CFDC2008-03-05T21:07:20Z