2015 Accomplishments

ACCOMPLISHMENTS in 2015.finalThe Dean Democratic Club of Silicon Valley did it again.  We are so proud of our accomplishments!  We are proud of all we’ve done and continue to do. The Dean Democratic Club continues to be one of the most active, involved Democratic clubs in Santa Clara County.

Michael Eggman Fundraiser

Michael Eggman Event Invite copyJoin us for an event in support of Michael Engman, candidate for California’s 10th Congressional District.

We are so fortunate that Michael made the decision to run again, this time in a Presidential election year. The Democratic votes are there in CD 10, and this is a district that should go red to blue. (43% Dem, 28% Rep, 24% DTS) If Trump is the Republican nominee, it should be much easier to turn out the Latino vote (the district is 41% Latino).

Jeff Denham, the Republican incumbent, voted for the TPA, against the Iran nuclear accord, for a stronger screening process for refugees from Syria and Iraq, for the government shutdown in 2013, for the resolution to sue President Obama, and basically against pretty much every issue we care about. Here is some rating information:

League of Conservation Voters: 10%
ACLU: 11%
US Chamber of Commerce: 92%

For the following right-wing groups, Denham gets 100%: Competitive Enterprise Institute, Center for Security Policy, National Right to Life Committee, Family Research Council.

Please come on the 17th and find out how we can help the campaign! No one will be turned away for lack of funds; volunteers will be needed to walk precincts or do other tasks. Michael will be a breath of fresh air and truly represent the people of CD 10.

 

We Endorse YES on Measure AA for a Clean & Healthy Bay

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We endorse Measure AA, Bay wetlands: People for a Clean and Healthy Bay are fighting to protect the San Francisco Bay from sea-level rise, severe storms, and pollution. Jeff Cardenas outlined Measure AA, which would restore 30,000 acres of Bay Area wetlands and wildlife habitat, reduce trash and toxins, and increase shoreline and public access. The measure will be on the June 7 ballot; it would affect all 9 counties around the bay. BayontheBrink

DFA Link Meeting

 Derecka Mehrens
Our April 11 LINK MEETING  will feature as speaker Derecka Mehrens, Executive Director of Working Partnerships (www.wpusa.org).  Meeting is at Alice’s home at 4284 Los Palos Circle, Palo Alto.  Come at 6:30 for refreshments (bring something to share if you can) and conversation, program starts at 7:00.
Working Partnerships USA is a community organization that drives the movement for a just economy by bringing together public policy innovation and the power of grassroots organizing. We build the capacity of workers, low-income neighborhoods and communities of color to lead and govern. Based in Silicon Valley, we tackle the root causes of inequality and poverty by leading collaborative campaigns for quality jobs, healthy communities, equitable growth and vibrant democracy.  See more at Working Partnerships.

California DISCLOSE Act Booth at Garden Show

2015-03-09-summitsHello Clean Money Supporters,

Now that we’ve had a stunning victory in the Assembly, we’re busy gathering as many signatures as possible for the California DISCLOSE Act, AB 700, before it comes up for its first hearing in the Senate.

We have a great opportunity to do that at the upcoming Garden Show by sharing a booth with the Democratic Party:

Santa Clara Fairgrounds on Tully Rd
April 8,9,10

Please sign up for the time slots that work best for you at:

Doodle sign ups

Craig​ Dunkerley
California Clean Money Campaign
South Bay Coordinator​
408-453-3865

Check out the Home and Garden Show at Home & Garden Show

Wildflower Walk

IMG_2534-300x225DEAN CLUB WILDFLOWER WALK

WILDFLOWER WALK SUNDAY MARCH 20

Delight in and learn a bit about our beautiful native spring wildflowers (and more!) at a local wildflower preserve on a walk led by experienced docents 11:00 am sharp, sign up below for address.  We’ll leave for the preserve promptly at 11:15 am

Easy walking; duration about an hour and a half. Wear walking/hiking shoes, sunscreen, sun hat; binoculars if you like; bring water.

BENEFIT for the Dean Democratic Club of Silicon Valley

$20 Dean Club members, $25 nonmembers

Make your reservation at: https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/wfw

Heavy rain cancels. We will reschedule, if necessary..