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Newsletter 2/25/2020

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Newsletter 2/25/2020

EARLY VOTING, ENDORSEMENTS, NEWS – CCDP News 02/25/20 – Vol. 21

IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR – WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT

Join or renew your Clermont County Donkey Club membership.

There are many different levels of membership to fit your budget.

Diamond: $1,000
Gold: $500
Silver: $250
Family: $100
Couple: $60
Dime A Day: $36.50

Your membership will help us continue to build the Democratic Party in Clermont County, support our Democratic candidates and fund our outreach to voters. Whether it’s a one-time contribution or a recurring monthly contribution we appreciate your support. #VoteBlueYou may join by mailing a check made out to CCDP PO Box 475, Batavia, Ohio 45103

Click the button below to join the Donkey Club today!


JEFF RICHARDS IS RUNNING AS A WRITE IN CANDIDATE FOR CLERMONT COUNTY COMMISSIONER

MEET THE CANDIDATE

JOHN P. O’DONNELL FOR OHIO SUPREME COURT

Judge John P. O'Donnell for Ohio Supreme CourtOn November 3, 2020 it will be determined which party has control over the Ohio Supreme Court. The Democratic statewide ticket has two excellent candidates running for Ohio Supreme Court, Judge John P. O’Donnell and Judge Jennifer Brunner. These two races will decide whether Republicans or Democrats control a court that will almost certainly have a role in deciding congressional and legislative district lines for the next 10 years. In other words, it’s a battle over whether districts are gerrymandered or not. It is imperative that Democrats memorize these two names when voting in the general election because the Ohio Supreme Court judges will appear on the November ballot as non-partisan candidates.

Judge John P. O’Donnell currently serves on the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas. He was first elected in 2002, and then again in 2006 and 2012. The Cuyahoga County court is one of Ohio’s busiest, and during that time Judge O’Donnell presided over scores of jury trials in felony criminal cases and civil lawsuits. In 2008, Judge O’Donnell was selected by the chief justice of the Ohio Supreme Court to be one of only eight trial court judges in the state to preside over a commercial docket devoted strictly to business litigation. He has been responsible for over 2,000 commercial cases while still handling all other varieties of civil lawsuits and a felony criminal docket. He is the author of over one hundred judicial opinions.

Judge O’Donnell attended St. Joseph High School in Cleveland, Miami University in Oxford, and Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. Judge O’Donnell has served on the boards of several Northeast Ohio non-profit organizations, including the St. Malachi Center, the Cleveland Law Library Association, the Cuyahoga County Law Library Resource Board and Lakewood City Academy. He and his wife are raising five children in Lakewood.


WHAT’S NEW FROM CLERMONT TO COLUMBUS

CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR THE FULL ARTICLE

THE MONEY AND INTERESTS TARGETING OHIO’S LEGISLATURE AND SUPREME COURT 2020

The Republican State Leadership Committee brings in tens of millions of dollars per year in contributions. According to the Center for Responsive Politics, which tracks political spending, RSLC raised well over $40 million in the 2018 election cycle. With so much on the line in 2020, a host of major corporations and right-leaning donors have donated to RSLC this cycle. READ MORE.

PUNITIVE STUDENT-DEBT COLLECTION UNDERCUTS OHIO’S EDUCATION GOALS

State law requiring Ohio’s public colleges and universities to send student debt to the Ohio Attorney General’s office for collection hits students with onerous fees and exorbitant interest rates on top of amounts they owe, a new Policy Matters Ohio report shows. Because schools withhold transcripts from students who owe them money, the state’s approach to student-debt collection can end students’ educational aspirations and trap them in lower-wage jobs. READ MORE.

FORMER VILLAGE OF AMELIA OFFICIALS SUE VILLAGE OVER COMPENSATION

A number of former employees with the village of Amelia have filed a complaint against the village to recover alleged due compensation after the dissolution. The complaint was filed on Jan. 6 in Clermont County Common Pleas Court before Judge Richard Ferenc. The lawsuit also names Todd Hart, former mayor and manager, and Bill Gilpin, former fiscal officer. Both Gilpin and Hart are still serving in their former roles through the transition process. READ MORE.

GOP MAJORITY ON OHIO SUPREME COURT FAILS TO PROTECT WORKER FROM RETALIATION

In yet another example of how the Republican justices on the Ohio Supreme Court routinely vote to protect powerful special interests over the people, the GOP majority this month sided with a restaurant owner who fired a seven-year employee after she complained he was underreporting her income to the state. READ MORE

OHIO’S ONGOING SCHOOL-FUNDING FAILURES UNDERLIE THE Ed-CHOICE VOUCHER MESS

Exactly 8,371 days ago, the state Supreme Court ordered a “a complete systematic overhaul” of how Ohio – unconstitutionally, the justices ruled – funds public schools. READ MORE.


The most important thing we can do now is to VOTE and Get Out The Vote.

Early voting began on February 19. Below are the dates and hours for early in-person voting at the Clermont County Board of Election, 76 S. Riverside Drive, Batavia, Ohio 45103. You must provide identification to vote. The form of identification that may be used includes the voter’s current and valid photo identification card, military identification, copy of utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, government check, or government document showing the voter’s name and current address. A registered voter cannot use as proof a notice that the board of elections mailed to the voter.

EARLY IN-PERSON VOTING HOURS

Early in-person voting at the Board of Elections office has begun.

VOTE TODAY

HOW TO DECLARE OR CHANGE POLITICAL PARTY IN OHIO

We have been getting frequent inquiries from Republicans about how to switch parties in Ohio, so we put together a primer and posted it on our website. Here’s an excerpt:

Under Ohio election law, you declare your affiliation with a political party by requesting the ballot of that party in a partisan primary election. So, for example, you would declare your affiliation with the Democratic Party by asking for a Democratic ballot when you vote in the March 17 primary election. Partisan primary elections are held in every even numbered year. The 2020 Ohio partisan primary election is on Tuesday, March 17. Early voting for the 2020 primary started on February 19. You may vote one party’s ballot in this primary election even if you’ve voted the other party’s ballot in previous elections. Read more.


The Clermont County Board of Elections is in need of poll workers for the March 17, 2020 presidential primary election. Details of requirements and responsibilities can be found here. You will earn a base pay of $125 plus $30 for training for a minimum of $155.

Call Leann at 732-7488
lhelton@vote.clermontcountyohio.gov
or
Call Stephanie at 732-7489
shaight@vote.clermontcountyohio.gov

They also need workers to help in the BOE office for the March 17, 2020 presidential primary election. Call 513-732-7275 for details.


ACACIA UIBLE FOR CLERMONT COUNTY CLERK OF COURTS KICK OFF EVENT

Wednesday, February 26
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

RJ Cinema Distillery & Taproom next to Jungle Jims Eastgate

Please join us to kick-off our campaign in style! This will be a family-friendly event with some appetizers. Come and grab a drink, meet the candidate, and have a great time in an awesome new event space. Click here to RSVP on Facebook.

Click the button below to make an online donation to Acacia Uible now


WEST CLERMONT DEMOCRATIC CLUB LEAP DAY FUNDRAISER

Saturday, February 29, 2020
10:30am to 9:30pm
City Barbeque
878 Eastgate Drive

The West Clermont Democratic Club is hosting a fundraiser at City Barbeque in Eastgate. Visit City BBQ Eastgate Leap Day 02-29-2020. Show the coupon above to the cashier when you pay for your order or simply tell the cashier you’re there for the West Clermont Democratic Club fundraiser and West Clermont Democratic Club will receive 25% of the cost of your order. If you would rather download a flyer and print out the coupon you can do so here. (You will need to be logged on to Facebook to access the link) Help us raise funds in this crucial year so we have the resources to support our Democratic candidates. While the coupon is good all day (dine in and take out) a group of us usually meet at 6:00 PM for dinner. Please join us


UC CLERMONT DEMOCRATS MEETING

The primary is coming! We need to talk about the candidates! This election cycle young voters are going to be key to the outcome in choosing our next president. UC Clermont Democrats will meet on Thursday, March 5 from noon to 2pm in Student Services Bldg., room 101 to talk about who is still in the running and who you like for president. Come for pizza, pop and politics! All young Democrats are welcome!


CLERMONT COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY ST PATRICK’S PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Saturday, March 14

9:00AM TO NOON

Join us for our annual March pancake breakfast. Lots of yummy food and it’s free! Although donations are gratefully accepted. Meet our 2020 candidates and fellow Clermont Democrats then walk across the street to the Clermont County Board of Elections and early vote in the primary.


Sunday, March 15
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Columbus OH 43215

Join Ohio Democrats as we kick off primary week with our 2020 Legacy Dinner featuring special guest Rep. Joe Kennedy III. *Additional Speakers TBA — all 2020 presidential candidates have been invited. Individual tickets are $250 but if the Clermont County Democratic Party purchases a table of ten we can get tickets at a reduced cost. Contact Ray Lembke at rlembke@fuse.net if you’re interested in attending.


CLERMONT COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY GOLDEN DONKEY DINNER- Saturday, April 25

CALL FOR SILENT AUCTION DONATIONS

The 2020 Golden Donkey Dinner is fast approaching. The dinner will be April 25, 2020 at Heritage Hall in Goshen. Speakers are: Judge John P. O’Donnell, candidate for Ohio Supreme Court; Luke Feeney, Mayor of Chillicothe; and ODP Chair David Pepper. Tickets are $55.

Due to its success last year, we are bringing back the Silent Auction fundraiser. Please consider donating an item or two to the auction. Include a brief description of each donation and it’s approximate value. Coordinating the details of a silent auction requires early preparation. Deadline for submitting a donation is April 17. Please do not bring donations the night of the dinner. We will share more details as we get closer to the dinner.

Below is a list of things that have been successful in the past. This is by no means a complete list. If you have another idea contact us. Cheryl Richards is the contact for the silent auction. Send commitments for donations to cheryl1richards@gmail.com

❖ Fine jewelry or vintage costume jewelry in mint condition
❖ Gift basket of upscale hair and personal care products or salon gift card
❖ Airline tickets
❖ Timeshares
❖ Sports events tickets
❖ Gift basket of Craft Beer/Wine
❖ Gift basket of fitness items/gift membership fitness center
❖ New in box electronics, tablet video games
❖ Luggage
❖ Pottery, Ceramics, Original artwork
❖ Garden gift basket
❖ Pet gift basket
❖ Coffee Baskets, Gourmet Food Baskets
❖ Free tutor lessons and/or services, such as music, technology, art, painting, sports, voice, cooking, etc.
❖ Restaurant gift certificates
❖ Tickets to movie theaters, plays, music venues, symphony, ballet, etc.

The Clermont County Democratic Party has groups all over the county. Join us! Meeting information is below. Click on the club name and it will take you to the club website or Facebook page for more information.

Quin-T Democrat Club
First Thursday of every month, 7:30 PM
Green Kayak Grille and Pub
200 Front Street
New Richmond, Ohio 45157
Loveland Action Team (LAT)
First Wednesday of every month, 6:30 PM
Loveland Historical Society Museum
201 Riverside Avenue
Loveland, Ohio 45140
West Clermont Democrats
Second Monday of every month, 7:00 PM
By Gollys
714 Lila Ave
Milford, OH 45150
Clermont County Young Democrats
Third Wednesday of every month, 7:00 PM
Eastgate Jungle Jim’s bar area
4450 Eastgate S Dr.
Cincinnati, OH 45245
The Goshen Democratic Club
Third Thursday every other month, 6:00 PM
A Music Cafe
1513 Ohio 28
Loveland, Ohio 45140
Drinking Liberally
Third Monday of every month, 6:30 PM
El Rancho Grande Eastgate
4476 Glen Este Withamsville Rd.
Cincinnati OH 45245

ATTEND CLERMONT COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY MEETINGS

Meetings are open to the public.

Everyone is welcome.

Executive Committee

6 PM, Fourth Thursday of every month at CCDP Headquarters
174 E Main Street
Batavia, OH 45103

Central Committee

7 PM, Immediately following the Executive Committee meeting.


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Next issue will be published Tuesday, March 10, 2020. Deadline for submissions for the next issue is Friday, March 6, 2020. Send your submission to: clermontdems@clermontdems.org Share the newsletter with your friends and encourage them to sign up for our bi-weekly newsletter at clermontdems.org

Clermont County Democratic Party
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Batavia, OH, 45103
513-732-2378

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  • Democracy Under Threat – 05/31/2022 – Volume 73

    WHAT’S INSIDE Meet Your Democratic Candidates Ohio Democratic Party What’s New From Clermont To Columbus And Beyond Word From The Chair Join The Donkey Club Stand With Ukraine Reading Room COVID19 In Ohio Democratic Club Updates Clermont County Democratic Club Directory Next Issue Publication Dates MEET YOUR DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES For the next several months we will be highlighting our Ohio Democratic candidates. Please consider volunteering for their campaigns and making a donation. We need all hands on deck and no donation is too small! We urge you to check your voter registration and plan your vote for November 8, 2022. The deadline to register for the November 8th general election is October 11, 2022. You can check your registration here. MEET TIM RYAN, DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR THE U.S. SENATE A lifelong Ohioan who lives just a few miles from the house where he grew up in Niles, Tim has spent his career fighting for Ohio workers. He’s seen in his own community what happens when our politics and our economy aren’t working for working people. And he understands that there’s nothing more patriotic than investing in our team, bringing good-paying jobs to Ohio, and making sure our workers can compete with countries around the world — and win. READ MORE VOLUNTEER FOR TIM RYAN’S CAMPAIGN DONATE TO TIM RYAN’S CAMPAIGN ICYMI: DeWine Has Problems With Rs Columbus, OH — In case you missed it, the Ohio Capital Journal says Mike DeWine has problems with Republican voters after he barely escaped weak primary challengers earlier this month. DeWine barely crossed 48% of support in the May 3 primary, and more Republicans voted against DeWine than for him. “It’s not a great sign when you’re an incumbent governor and you can’t even get a majority of the vote in your own primary, and it’s likely good news for Democratic nominee Nan Whaley,” writes Ohio Capital Journal’s Marty Schladen. READ MORE WHAT’S NEW FROM CLERMONT TO COLUMBUS AND BEYOND CLICK ON THE HEADLINE TO ACCESS THE FULL ARTICLE 6 CHARTS SHOWS KEY ROLE FIREARMS MAKERS PLAY IN AMERICA’S GUN CULTURE Americans have blamed many culprits, from mental illness to inadequate security, for the tragic mass shootings that are occurring with increasing frequency in schools, offices and theaters across the U.S. The latest, which occurred on May 24, 2022, at a Texas elementary school and left at least 19 children and two teachers dead, was the 213th mass shooting this year – and the 27th that took place in a school. READ MORE EDITORS NOTE: We are all horrified at the escalation of gun violence in this country and the constant gaslighting from the Right that we have an unfettered right to own any kind of gun we want. Here’s a helpful guide of responses to some of the more popular right-wing arguments against gun safety laws. As an interesting side note, Armalite is owned by the Kochs. ATTORNEY GENERAL CANDIDATE FILES CRIMINAL COMPLAINT AGAINST OHIO GOP REDISTRICTING COMMISSIONERS Democratic state Rep. Jeff Crossman announced Thursday his filing of a criminal complaint asking the Ohio State Highway Patrol to investigate Republican members of the Ohio Redistricting Commission for dereliction of duty. Crossman, the Democratic nominee for attorney general this November, said the GOP commissioners had “recklessly failed to perform a duty expressly imposed by law with respect to the public servant’s office” and alleged “interference with civil rights.” READ MORE FEDERAL COURT IMPLEMENTS STATEHOUSE MAPS TWICE DECLARED UNCONSTITUTIONAL BY OHIO SUPREME COURT A federal district court, in a 2-1 decision Friday, implemented Ohio state Senate and House district maps for the 2022 election that have twice been declared unconstitutional partisan gerrymanders by the Ohio Supreme Court. READ MORE WORD FROM THE CHAIR – RAYMOND LEMBKEA strong case can be made that democracy in America is under more serious threat than ever before in our history. What should we do? In Ohio, fighting back starts with getting a General Assembly that fairly represents Ohioans. The illegal districts forced on us this year will be re-drawn for 2024. We must have a Democratic majority on the Redistricting Commission which will draw those districts. READ MORE Join The Donkey Club Our Donkey Club is our major source of funding and we hope you will become a member by joining. As a member of the Donkey Club, what can we provide you? A Headquarters where you can attend Central and Executive Business Meetings of the party as well as other events (meetings are presently held by Zoom until further notice) A Website with a wealth of election information and other pertinent political information and news A bi-monthly e-newsletter with the latest local and national news, information about candidates and activist opportunities A robust social media presence on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram A listing of Democratic Clubs throughout the county where you can meet other like-minded people and find out how to get more involved locally You are helping SUPPORT OUR CANDIDATES and supporting our participation in the Clermont County Fair and other Community Events around the county Suggested donation amounts: $50 Individual, $100 Couple, $200 Family, $250 Congressional, $500 Senate, $1000 Presidential There are two ways to donate. Simply click the Donate button below and make your donation securely online through ActBlue or mail a check. Make Checks payable to: Clermont County Democratic Party (CCDP), PO Box 475, Batavia, OH 45103 Thank you for your support! Raymond W. Lembke, Party Chairman Clermont County Democratic Party NEW US AMBASSADOR TO UKRAINE BRIDGET BRINK ARRIVES IN KYIV The new U.S. ambassador to Ukraine has arrived in Kyiv, marking the first time in about three years that America had an ambassador in the country. Bridget Brink announced in a tweet on Monday that she is in now at the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv, where she said she is “honored” to join the team “as we stand with Ukraine.” READ MORE HOW TO HELP PEOPLE IN UKRAINE RIGHT NOW As the Russian military invasion of Ukraine has unfolded, so too has […]

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  • Membership Matters – 05/17/2022 – Volume 72

    WHAT’S INSIDE Join The Donkey Club Ohio Democratic Party What’s New From Clermont To Columbus And Beyond Word From The Chair Stand With Ukraine Reading Room COVID19 In Ohio Democratic Club Updates Clermont County Democratic Club Directory Next Issue Publication Dates Join The Donkey Club In order for our local Clermont County Democratic Party to continue to provide a viable presence it is imperative that we raise funds from friends and supporters like you to support our CANDIDATES on the state and local levels and be able to maintain our Headquarters on Main Street in Batavia Our monthly operating cost is approximately $900, which adds up to over $10,000 of non-negotiable expenses each year.Our Donkey Club is our major source of funding and we hope you will become a member by joining. As a member of the Donkey Club, what can we provide you? A Headquarters where you can attend Central and Executive Business Meetings of the party as well as other events (meetings are presently held by Zoom until further notice) A Website with a wealth of election information and other pertinent political information and news A bi-monthly e-newsletter with the latest local and national news, information about candidates and activist opportunities A robust social media presence on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram A listing of Democratic Clubs throughout the county where you can meet other like-minded people and find out how to get more involved locally You are helping SUPPORT OUR CANDIDATES and supporting our participation in the Clermont County Fair and other Community Events around the county Suggested donation amounts: $50 Individual $100 Couple $200 Family $250 Congressional $500 Senate $1000 Presidential Other There are two ways to donate. Simply click the Donate button below and make your donation securely online through ActBlue or mail a check. Make Checks payable to: Clermont County Democratic Party (CCDP), PO Box 475, Batavia, OH 45103 Thank you for your support! Raymond W. Lembke, Party Chairman Clermont County Democratic Party ODP Statement On Failed U.S. Senate Vote On Women’s Health Protection Act Columbus, OH — Following the U.S. Senate’s failure to pass the Women’s Health Protection Act, Ohio Democratic Party Chair Elizabeth Walters released the following statement: “Today’s vote is a reminder that the basic rights of all Ohioans to reproductive healthcare – including abortion and birth control – are at stake in this year’s election. Ohio Republicans, from J.D. Vance to Mike DeWine to extremists in the Statehouse, are on a relentless campaign to strip women of their fundamental rights and enact new, cruel restrictions that would punish women, including survivors of rape and incest. READ MORE WHAT’S NEW FROM CLERMONT TO COLUMBUS AND BEYOND CLICK ON THE HEADLINE TO ACCESS THE FULL ARTICLE GAS, ELECTRIC COMPANIES CUT OFF 270,000 OHIOANS AMID PANDEMIC AND BILLIONS IN PROFIT Seven gas and electric companies in Ohio shut off service due to nonpayment more than 270,000 times over one year during the pandemic as their corporate parents reported billions in profits, according to an analysis of regulatory and financial flings. READ MORE EXPERTS: WHALEY MIGHT ACTUALLY HAVE A SHOT IN NOVEMBER Anybody who’s been around Ohio politics for a minute knows this: It’s not the best use of your money to bet it against Mike DeWine. Since 1976, he’s been winning elections in the Buckeye State — first as Greene County Prosecutor, then in 1980 to the state Senate, then in 1982 to the U.S. House of Representatives, in 1990 to lieutenant governor, in 1994 to the U.S. Senate, in 2010 to Ohio attorney general and in 2018 to governor. READ MORE J.D. VANCE CALLS TIM RYAN A “TRUMP DEMOCRAT.” RYAN’S RESPONSE? ‘FINE. WHATEVER.’ People often try, but putting a label on Tim Ryan, the Democratic candidate for Ohio’s open U.S. Senate seat, is a nearly impossible task. He’s been called a moderate, a centrist, a conservative Democrat, a rebel within his own party, a radical leftist, a sycophant for the Biden legislative agenda, and probably a few names he’s been called by Republicans that we can’t repeat here. READ MORE ABORTION RIGHTS PROTEST AT THE OHIO STATEHOUSE Supporters of legal abortion rallied in Columbus, outside the Ohio Statehouse, Saturday — joining advocates that gathered in other cities all around the state and country. The west lawn of the Ohio Statehouse was full of women, and some men, who carried signs with messages blasting abortion bans and yelled chants like “abortion rights are human rights.” READ MORE IT’S 19 WEEKS INTO THE YEAR AND AMERICA HAS ALREADY SEEN 198 MASS SHOOTINGS The 10 people killed, and an additional three injured, make this weekend’s racially motivated attack at a Buffalo, N.Y., supermarket the deadliest mass shooting of the year in the United States. It is also the 198th mass shooting in 2022. With just over 19 weeks into the year, this averages out to about 10 such attacks a week. READ MORE WORD FROM THE CHAIR – RAYMOND LEMBKE Welcome to a New Central CommitteeEvery even numbered year Clermont County Democrats vote in a new Party Central Committee. This year we elected seventy-two members to our Central Committee. Many of those people are returning members. I thank each of you for your continuing service to our Party and our County. However, we also elected many new Central Committee members. I welcome each of our new members and thank you for making a commitment to our Party. I look forward to the new ideas and new energy you will bring to our Party. Please do not ever hesitate to contact me if you want to talk about anything affecting our Party. READ MORE   MCCONNELL SAYS THE SENATE WILL PASS THE LARGEST UKRAINE AID PACKAGE YET ON WEDNESDAY Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., who led a delegation of Senate Republicans to meet with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in Kyiv on Saturday said he expected the Senate to approve a $40 billion aid package for Ukraine on Wednesday. McConnell said he supported adding Russia to the […]

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  • Happy Primary Day – Go Vote! – 05/03/2022 – Volume 71

    WHAT’S INSIDE VOTE TODAY! Democracy Is A Participatory Sport Ohio Democratic Party What’s New From Clermont To Columbus And Beyond Word From The Chair Stand With Ukraine Reading Room COVID19 In Ohio Join The Donkey Club Clermont County Democratic Club Directory Next Issue Publication Dates TODAY IS THE PRIMARY ELECTION – VOTE! VOTE! VOTE! The Ohio primary is TODAY, May 3, 2022. Democrat turnout so far is way below the Republicans. We need to vote in every election in numbers that show our power. We need to show up! Be sure to check your registration here. The deadline to register for the May primary was April 4th. You may register online here for the general election in November. Statewide Democratic Candidates on the May 3rd Ohio primary ballot Please be sure to vote every candidate even if they do not have a challenger. Vote for ALL Supreme Court candidates. They will have GOP challengers in the general election. Tim Ryan, U.S. Senate Morgan Harper, U.S. Senate Traci TJ Johnson, U.S. Senate Alan Darnowsky, Representative to Congress 2nd District Samantha Meadows, Representative to Congress 2nd District Jennifer Brunner, Chief Justice of Supreme Court Marilyn Zaya, Justice of Supreme Court Terri Jamison, Justice of Supreme Court Nan Whaley, Governor John Cranley, Governor Jeffrey Crossman, Attorney General Chelsea Clark, Secretary of State Marion Mayor – Scott Schertzer, Treasurer Taylor Sappington, Auditor of State Sometimes we get discouraged living in a very red county and forget that our democracy is under attack all across the country. Even all around the world. For that reason there are many Democratic activist groups who are laser focused on swing states, state races and even particular state offices across the country. Below you will find a few samplings. Pick a group and get involved. Democracy is a participatory sport. Blue Ohio is a joint project between former Ohio Democratic party chair and author of Laboratories of Autocracy, David Pepper and the organization It Starts Today. The objective behind Blue Ohio is to fund every Democrat running for the state legislature. Think of us as crowdfunders – for Ohio’s Democratic nominees for state legislature. It Starts Today was founded after the 2016 election by Jonathan Zucker, former COO and CEO of ActBlue. Convinced that the power of the Democrats’ grassroots community coupled with small-dollar recurring donations could change fundraising forever, he got to work creating groundbreaking national and state-based programs. Together, we’re going to change Ohio. LEARN MORE Postcards to Voters are friendly, handwritten reminders from volunteers to targeted voters giving Democrats a winning edge in close, key races coast to coast. How It Works Sign Up – We’ll send you an email with instructions. Become an Approved Writer – Write a practice postcard and email us a photo following instructions in the email. Approval- Approved -We’ll send you addresses and information on how to obtain additional addresses. Not Approved – You will receive an email detailing why and how to fix it. Request Addresses Keep up with Current Campaigns Facebook Twitter FIELD TEAM 6 Field Team 6 is a national volunteer army with a simple mission: Register Democrats. Save the world. STRATEGY – We meet people where they are – via phone, text, postcard, social media, and soon at in-person, Covid-safe voter drives! Armed with Voterizer.org, the only custom-built app just for registering Democrats, we track down every good-hearted eligible voter we can, and get them on the voter rolls where they belong. And sign them up to vote from home! JOIN! We’ve helped register almost 1.7 million Democratic voters, the vast majority in swing states… and now we need to do it again. Sign up for an event today, and help save the world! At a recent CCDP meeting the discussion turned to Democrat visibility in Clermont County. One member commented, “We have to go out and meet ’em eyeball to eyeball. Well here’s your opportunity. RJ Cinema Distillery & Taproom 4450 Eastgate South Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45245 Start: Monday, May 9, 2022 at 4:00 PM End: Monday, May 9, 2022 at 6:00 PM Take advantage of an exclusive opportunity to network with Clermont County’s elected and business leaders at the Clermont Chamber’s Inaugural Legislative Reception. This is an ideal opportunity to meet and get to know your elected officials in a casual, social environment and to discuss the important issues facing your business or community group. Elected Officials and Offices Attending (list will be updated as officials/offices confirm attendance) Senator Terry Johnson, Ohio State Senate Representative Jean Schmidt, Ohio House of Representatives Representative Adam Bird, Ohio House of Representatives Clermont County Board of County Commissioners Union Township Board of Trustees Office of Senator Rob Portman Office of Congressman Brad Wenstrup Office of Ohio Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted Office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost Office of Ohio Auditor of State Keith Faber REGISTER HERE Please register by close of business on Friday, May 6th to ensure your spot! ICYMI: Frank LaRose Is Still A Phony Columbus, OH — In case you missed it, Frank LaRose is so desperate to lose a Senate race in 2024 that he will do anything to remain relevant in the radical Republican Party, while jeopardizing election integrity for all Ohioans. This morning, (Friday, April 29), the Columbus Dispatch is taking LaRose to task, showing his flip flops on everything ranging from Donald Trump to election security, once again proving that LaRose is only looking out for himself. READ MORE WHAT’S NEW FROM CLERMONT TO COLUMBUS AND BEYOND CLICK ON THE HEADLINE TO ACCESS THE FULL ARTICLE OHIO REDISTRICTING COMMISSION WILL TALK LEGISLATIVE MAPS MAY 4 The Ohio Redistricting Commission will reconvene next week for the first time since the state supreme court rejected their fourth attempt at legislative maps April 14. In a letter to his fellow ORC co-chair state Sen. Vernon Sykes, House Speaker Bob Cupp said it is “unwise” and “not feasible” for the commission to meet before May 4 because of activities around the May 3 primary. […]

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