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WHAT'S HAPPENING IN JEFFERSON CITY?
In an effort to keep people informed on Medicaid expansion we have also launched THIS PAGE as a one stop shop for updates on Medicaid expansion and the court case. We will update this whenever we have new information, or new action items, in regards to Medicaid Expansion.
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What you can do for Missourians this week:
Sign this petition and call Governor Parson at 573-751-3222 and use the script below to tell Governor Parson to keep his hands out of Missourians' pockets:
"Governor Parson, you have the power and authority to authorize the complete forgiveness of unemployment overpayments made in error to hardworking Missourians. You must recognize the harm that forcing repayment can and will cause for Missouri families, and immediately ensure the Department of Labor stops collections on both the federal and state portions of unemployment overpayments."
DEMOCRATS ARE DOING GREAT THINGS
Stay up-to-date on what is happening with the Democratic Party in St. Charles County by liking the Face Book Page: https://www.facebook.com/stcdems and the St. Charles Co Progressive Democrats Club: https://www.facebook.com/SCCProDems
Ever thought about running for office?
Know someone who might be interested in being a candidate?
The St. Charles Dems are ready to help!
Call St. Charles Co Democratic Central Committee
Candidate advisory committee at 636-345-0256
What Else is Going On in & around St. Charles County?
Ongoing right now with Indivisible We Will Persist St. Charles -
There is a big push in FL right now for their Vote By Mail campaign. We need postcard writers! You will write on index cards (lined or unlined). Instructions, script and addresses in packets of 25 will be emailed to you. During these financially difficult times, if you need assistance with postage, we can help.
Here is the short script:
“Vote By Mail in FL - Miami-Dade County
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You're always ready to vote when your ballot arrives by mail.
To enroll in Vote By Mail, call (305) 499-8683 or email SOEDade@MiamiDade.gov
When Miami-Dade County Dems vote by mail, Dems win!”
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Linda Scroggin at WeWillPersist@aol.com. Thanks!
Tue Jul 13 – League of Women Voters St. Charles Unit meeting – 10:30 a.m.
The Metro St Louis League received a grant to define Communities of Interest for five state senate districts in Missouri. St Charles County represents two of those five districts, SD2 and SD23, and the St Charles Unit has been charged with completing that task for those two districts.
A “Community of Interest” is a group of people who share cultural or historic characteristics or economic interests; are contiguous on a map; and share a common bond linked to a set of public policy issues that would be affected by legislation. What does this mean in practice and how do we approach this task?
Several of us have developed a plan to reach out to St Charles County high school students and we're having a small in-person meeting Tuesday at 10:30 am in O'fallon.
Please RSVP by calling 636-293-6864. We ask that you wear a mask if you're not fully vaccinated for Covid.
Tue Jul 13 – Texting Tuesday with the Democratic Legislative Network – 7-8 p.m.
Virtual event hosted by MO House Democrats
Sign up here to participate in our text banking program! We're reaching out to our membership and our strong democrat base to encourage them to take action on emerging issues and legislation.
*Note: we will use your mobile phone number to grant you access to our app, but your phone number will not be used to send and receive texts. All submitted contact information will remain confidential.
Sat Jul 17 – Equity Fair at Youth In Need – 1-4 p.m.
Hosted by In Purpose Educational Services
Free In-person event at Youth In Need, 1815 Boones Lick Rd, St. Charles
Join us for an equity fair! This family-friendly event will include games and face-painting for the kids; popcorn, snow cones, and cotton candy for everyone; music and fellowship; informational tables to visit from organizations from all over the St. Louis area; and a panel discussion @ 1 p.m. about the importance of equity education to our community and its members, hosted by Amy Hunter, with panelists Rep. Raychel Proudie, MO HD73, Maplewood Mayor Nikylan Knapper, 26th Ward Alderwoman Shameem Clark Hubbard, and Rep. Peter Merideth, MO HD80 .
Tue Jul 27 - Train on "How to Raise Money When You Can't Meet In Person (Call Time)" – 6-7 p.m.
Virtual event hosted by MO House Democrats and the National Democratic Training Committee
Are you considering running for an office, or helping a campaign?
You will learn the following in the training:
Recognize how to rolodex, organize, and prioritize your donor list
Practice a fundraising hard ask
Understand call time best practices
A recommended (but not required) course is Making the Ask.
Have accessibility questions? Reply to your registration email to confirm your requirements or request more information. Register here:
Thu July 29 – Summer Fundraiser for Paula Brown, MO HD70 – 6-8 p.m.
Hosted by the Committee to Elect Paula Brown
Location: Hollywood Casino, 777 Casino Center Dr., Maryland Heights
Have a great time for a great cause, and contribute to keeping the voice of St. Charles County in Jefferson City! Join State Representative Paula Brown of District 70 for a night of fundraising fun at Hollywood Casino!
Face Book event link for more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/563798577949028
RSVP with a donation today: bit.ly/HollywoodPaula
Wed-Fri Aug 4-6 – St. Louis Racial Equity Summit
Virtual event hosted by Forward Through Ferguson
The 2021 Racial Equity Summit is designed to build on the success of the inaugural summit in 2019 when over 500 advocates for equity gathered together. This year the event will move to a virtual platform, allowing more people to participate in sessions while adhering to safe gathering policies. Curriculum tracts will be available for all levels: from beginners in this work, to nonprofit leaders, to seasoned organizers. Keynote speakers: adrienne maree brown, writer-in-residence at the Emergent Strategy Ideation Institute; Angela Davis, founding member Critical Resistance, a national organization dedicated to the dismantling of the prison industrial complex, deeply involved in our nation’s quest for social justice; Edgar Villanueva, a globally-recognized expert on social justice philanthropy; and featuring a workshop with Shelly Tochluk, an educator with a background in psychology, currently working with AWARE-LA (Alliance of White Anti-Racists Everywhere-Los Angeles).
Register here: https://www.racialequitystl.org/
Sat Aug 14 – MO2 Dems Picnic in the Park – 11 a.m.
Hosted by MO CD2 for Change and CD2 Missouri Democratic Task Force
Muffin Shelter in Love Park, 2239 Mason Lane, Ballwin
Join MO 2nd District for Change and the 2nd District Missouri Democrat Task Force for a Picnic in the Park! Meet and greet with our neighbors, community members, Democratic party leaders, and candidates. Hear from Hon. Deb Lavender and Task Force members as we kick off our efforts to turn MO2 Blue! Bring your favorite dish and drink. Food and water provided. Email any questions to demsmo2@gmail.com
Fri Aug 20 - 1st Capitol Dinner
Hosted by the St Charles County Missouri Democrats
Location: Christy Banquet Center, 9000 Veterans Memorial Parkway, O’Fallon, MO 63366
The First Capitol Day Banquet is a longtime tradition and the organization’s largest annual fundraising event. And after a year of being away due to COVID-19 safety precautions, we’re excited to host this year’s event and gather again. This year’s event theme is “Democrats are Doing Great Things" and the event will feature: Pre-dinner cocktails and mingling, Full buffet dinner, Open bar with snacks available until 10 pm, 50/50 raffle, Silent auction baskets, and the Honorable Judge Ted House as special guest speaker. 3 awards will be presented to distinguished guests including a Lifetime Achievement Award presented to the Honorable Judge Ted House, the James C. Kirkpatrick Award, and the all-new Robert J. Kelley Labor Hero Award.
For ticket and event information: https://www.facebook.com/events/4254066184652005
Do you have any raffle items to donate, or would you like to volunteer to help with this event? Contact info@stcdems.org .
