BBC News: Trump impeachment evidence overwhelming – House report
Evidence for impeaching US President Donald Trump for misconduct in office is “overwhelming”, and so too is the evidence of his obstruction of Congress”, the report says.
‘Socialism’ is a GOP Smear. Democrats Have to Fight Back
Democrats need to make a strong case, and soon, that we are fighting for economic freedom and opportunity — and it is Republican ideas that are diminishing freedom and opportunity for millions.
December 10: Economic Inequality Presentation by Professor Mark Paul
Income inequality in the U.S. has hit its highest level since the Census Bureau started tracking it more than five decades ago. “Let us be clear: Our economic reality is not mere circumstances; these are the result of policy choices,” Professor Mark Paul, March 3, 2018. On December 10, 2019, Professor Paul, assistant professor of economics…
Key Dates and deadlines for Charlotte County Democrats
The 2020 election is less than a year away. Below are some dates and deadlines voters need to know as the race to the White House ramps up. Primary Debates Democrats are holding 12 primary debates (six in 2019). November 20 is the fifth Democratic primary debate to he held in Atlanta, GA December…
Federal judge declares Florida ballots unconstitutional
“A federal judge in Florida ordered the state Friday to change the way candidates are listed on election ballots — a decision that Democrats in the crucial swing state say will finally take away an unfair advantage Republicans have enjoyed for years.” Read more in the WashingtonPost.com>>
Candidate Interest
Charlotte County needs to be served by an increased number of elected Democrats. You may have considered running for public office, but did not know where to begin. Please contact us and we can answer questions and get you started. Constitutional Offices will be on the 2020 ballot including Sheriff, Clerk of the Court, and…
Veterans are the epitome of courage
While the current president boasts about his devotion to the men and women who have served the military, we learn of a legal settlement whereby he was ordered to pay $2 million in damages after it was divulged that his charitable foundation benefited only himself and not veteran charities. In the wake of a 2016…
Read the Transcript
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, we thought we’d provide a link that will make Democrats and Republicans happy. President Trump has ordered doubters to “Read The Transcript.” Great idea Sir! Much better than the ones in the attached Memorandum of Telephone Conversation. Maybe the more people that read the “transcript” will help Americans have a…
Tallahassee Snubs Voters – Again!
Our Florida legislature can be counted on to overturn the will of the voters. They have done this with class size, medical marijuana, high-speed rail, and land conservation. They’re up to their tricks again when it comes to Amendment 4 — the restoration of voting rights for former felons. You’ll recall that in 2018, this…
Four Women Journalists to Moderate Debate on Nov. 20th
Four female journalists will moderate the fifth Democratic presidential primary debate to be held in Georgia on November 20, 2019. See the excellent article: All-Female Panel To Moderate Next Presidential Debate (Asking The Questions Women Want Answered) by Avery Blank Senior Contributor for ForbesWomen With men reporting twice as much as women on evening news broadcasts of major…
Parade Showcases Democrats’ Spirited Environmental Support
The Englewood Pioneer Days Parade on Saturday hosted a tremendous turnout by members of the Democratic Party. Our neighbors showed robust support with cheers and positive reactions to the festive Award-Winning float. More than two dozen members of the newly established Englewood Democratic Club were joined by members of the Charlotte Co. DEC, Democratic Club,…
Obamacare Open Enrollment Begins Nov 1!
Marketplace Open Enrollment begins Friday, November 1 and runs through December 15. You can enroll for or change coverage during this time. If you are already enrolled in a plan and want to change it, you can do so any time before December 15. Now is the time to visit HealthCare.gov or 1-800-318-2596, to review your…
Florida Democrats Hold Weekend of Action to Mark “One-Year-Out” from Election Day
Over 150 Events Planned in 34 Counties Across the State This Sunday, November 3, marks one-year out from the 2020 Presidential Election, and to mark the date the Florida Democratic Party will hold a weekend of action. On Saturday, hundreds of volunteers will participate in over 150 events in 34 counties across the…
Trump trolled after announcing Florida move: ‘Next stop Moscow’
“Everyday Americans don’t own resorts they can list as alternative addresses to tinker with their tax liability,” Rep. Nita Lowey tweeted Thursday. President Donald Trump’s critics jeered him online and accused him of trying to lighten his tax bill after he announced Thursday that his permanent residence would be Palm Beach, Florida, rather than Trump Tower…
Florida Democratic Party Staffs Up Ahead of 2020
DP Currently Has Largest Field Staff in the Country for a Democratic State Party Fort Lauderdale, Fl.- The Florida Democratic Party is adding to its staff ahead of the 2020 Primary Elections, announcing Tuesday they are expanding their field staff to be the largest in the country. “We know that in the past…
‘Unprecedented’: Florida GOP postpones biggest annual fundraiser
TALLAHASSEE — The Republican Party of Florida on Monday postponed its biggest annual fundraiser, a move that some officials blamed on lackluster interest from donors. Planners were having difficulty selling table sponsorships to the Statesman’s Dinner, and money that Gov. Ron DeSantis pledged to raise for the event has yet to arrive. Event planners also…
FDP Requests More Records after Arrested Giuliani Associates Spotted in VIP Section at DeSantis Inauguration
Tallahassee, Fl.- Following a report highlighting Lev Parnas and Igor Fruman’s VIP attendance at Ron DeSantis’ Inauguration celebration in January, the Florida Democratic Party is expanding its public records request to start on November 7th and include any and all correspondence had between the duo and DeSantis when he was Governor-elect and Governor. The Tampa…
Republicans Pull Impeachment Inquiry Stunt
About two dozen House Republicans stormed a deposition in secure House Intelligence Committee spaces to rail against the impeachment inquiry of the president. Their political stunt was aimed at throwing the depositions into doubt. Led by Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida, conservative Republicans demanded to see the proceedings where members of three committees…
Matt Gaetz Leads “Phalanx” Of “Wingnuts”
Tallahassee, Fl. –– On October 23, Rep. Matt Gaetz, along with fellow Florida Rep. Ross Spano and with the blessing of the House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, barged into a secure room designed to allow members of Congress to be briefed on classified and sensitive information. Storming the room was widely condemned and has alarmed national security experts.…
WSJ Unearths New Photo of Ron DeSantis with Arrested Giuliani Associate
Tallahassee, Fl.- This morning, the Wall Street Journal released a new report, which reveals personal photos from Lev Parnas’ Instagram account. In one photo, Parnas poses with then gubernatorial candidate Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump Jr. Another photo shows both Lev Parnas and Igor Fruman at the DeSantis election night party. DeSantis has yet to…