Preventing Gun Violence in Wisconsin

On Thursday, February 25th, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, there is a program about “Gun Violence in Wisconsin” —and what we can do to prevent future tragedies and to save lives.

The presentation will take place in Room 1001 at UW-Washington County, West Bend, Wisconsin. The event is free and open to the public.

A presentation will be given by Jeri Bonavia, The Executive Director of WAVE (Wisconsin Anti-Gun Violence Effort) and a discussion with questions from the audience will follow.

If anyone has questions, contact Bud Hudson at sbhudson@hotmail.com or 262-673-9725. 

 

Voucher Schools

In recent weeks, the Republican majority froze funding to public schools—while expanding private school vouchers.

This is NOT good for our education system.

Now, the Republican majority is trying to push legislation through that limits when school districts can hold a referendum, among other things. Bills like these should not become law in Wisconsin because not only do they will hurt the public school system, but they also hurt the children attending these schools.

To read more about these education issues, click on this link:

https://wisconsinnetwork.org/2016/02/06/brokenpromise/

And contact your state legislators to let them know of your concerns. To find your state legislators, go to this website:

http://legis.wisconsin.gov/

 

Wisconsin Labor History Society Essay Contest

All Wisconsin high school students (grades 9 – 12) are welcome to participate in this essay contest. Participants are asked to write an essay that is approximately 750 words on the following theme: “Unions have been important to my family and my community because….”

Up to eight cash prizes will be awarded. For more information, check their website: http://www.wisconsinlaborhistory.org/contests/essay-contest-fo-wisconsin-high-school-students

Our Field Organizer, Autumn Linsmeier, participated in this contest and won one of the top prizes, so if you have any questions, contact her at autumnlinsmeier@gmail.com or 920-973-5521.

 

The Office Needs More Tables

If you have a spare, sturdy, rectangular, 6-foot table, it could be put to good use at the Washington County Dem Office at 132 North Main Street in West Bend. Drop off your generous gift during regular office hours.

 

Dismantling Civil Service Bill Passes Senate Despite A Disturbing Debate

Click on this link: “newsletter” from State Senator Kathleen Vinehout to view the changes proposed for the Civil Service Law in Wisconsin and the impacts that the impacts that these changes will have.

 

2016 State Convention of the Wisconsin Democratic Party

The 2016 State Convention of the Wisconsin Democratic Party will be held on June 3rd and 4th at the Radisson Hotel and Conference Center located at 2040 Airport Drive in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

To reserve your hotel room, contact the Radisson at 920-494-7300 or 800-333-3333. Mention the Democratic Party of Wisconsin “room block” to receive our special rate of $99 per night.

For directions and facility features, click on this link:

www.radisson.com/green-bay-hotel-wi-54313/greenbay

Here are the initial details for the 2016 State Convention of the Wisconsin Democratic Party:

Date: June 3-4, 2016

Location: Radisson Hotel and Conference Center, 2040 Airport Drive, Green Bay, WI 54313; www.radisson.com/green-bay-hotel-wi-54313 

To reserve your hotel room contact the Radisson by calling 920-494-7300 or 800-333-3333. Mention the Democratic Party of Wisconsin Room Block to receive our special rate of $99 per night.

The following event will take place at the Washington County Democratic Party Office located at 132 North Main Street in West Bend.

Tuesday, January 26th, 7:00 to 8:30 PM:  Community Forum – “Alternative Energy”

Paul Thomas, an Ozaukee County resident and former teacher, will share his story which starts with wanting to save money and ends with creating a life away from fossil fuels.

The presentation will include: “What options are applicable in this region?” “How can you inexpensively start the alternative energy path?” and “Why would you want to leave fossil fuels in the ground?”

This presentation is meant to give you a spectrum of ideas on how to utilize the world of alternative energy, as opposed to a pitch to abandon all civilized life.

Come and join us to learn more about everyday ways to reduce fossil fuel use.

Tuesday, February 9th, 6:30 to 8:00 PM:  Senator Tim Cullen Discusses His Book – “Ringside Seat: Wisconsin Politics – the 1970s to Scott Walker”

Join us to welcome Wisconsin State Senator Tim Cullen who will discuss his book:

“Ringside Seat: Wisconsin Politics – the 1970s to Scott Walker.”

Senator Cullen will be available to sell and sign copies of his book before and after his presentation.

Book proceeds will fund scholarships for local kids of color who pursue teaching in Janesville.

This event is free and open to the public. Friends and Family are welcome.

Hello Everyone,

Last week I met with our Membership Coordinator, Lynn Carey, to do some planning on how to get our membership numbers up. We came up with some great ideas and I look forward to implementing them soon.

Along with that, I continued to make phone calls, inviting people to our upcoming community forum. (I made about 850 calls last week.)

I have also been doing some planning for a “Young Democrats/College Democrats Group” in Washington County. Stay tuned for an upcoming news regarding that.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at autumnlinsmeier@gmail.com or 920-973-5521.

I look forward to meeting you all soon!

—Autumn Linsmeier

P.S.  

Remember that you can join the Washington County Democratic Party “Twitter” feed at:

https://twitter.com/WashCoDemsWi

and you can join the Washington County Democratic Party “Instagram” at:

https://www.instagram.com/washingtondems/