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From the Chair: A New Treasurer, How to Get Involved
May 14th, 2012
First, I would like to thank everyone who participated in last night’s meeting. As many of you know, last month, Mrs. Verna Rizvi stepped down as Treasurer for the Madison County Democratic Executive Committee after years of exemplary and selfless service to the Democratic Party and our community. Verna has said that she still plans to remain active in the Party, but wishes to spend more time with her family and enjoy her retirement. Last night, the Madison County Democratic Executive Committee elected Ms. Bobbie Sue Stone as Treasurer. Ms. Stone is extremely well-qualified for the position, as she holds a BA in Accounting & Finance and an MBA in Economics and has extensive experience in Accounting and Financial Management. On behalf of the Madison County Democrats, I would like to welcome Ms. Stone to our team. I believe you will find her to be extraordinarily diligent, intelligent, and enthusiastic. I w[...]
Transcript of Clete Wetli's Speech in Montgomery at the Rally Against the War on Women 4/28/12
April 30th, 2012
Today is a historic day, as women and men gather at state capitols all across the country for a single and simple purpose… to demand that women have equal rights, equal opportunities, and the ability to make choices about their own bodies. This is a fight that has been going on globally for centuries, but finds its roots here in America in 1848 when Elizabeth Cady Stanton drafted The Declaration of Sentiments in Seneca Falls, New York which was a loud and clear cry for the end of misogyny and equal protection for women under the law. Women are not chattel… women are not inferior…. Women deserve the same rights, freedoms, and responsibilities enjoyed by men. Elizabeth Cady Stanton stood up to oppression and served as an inspiration for generations of women who have fought for equality. Women have made tremendous progress as they have fought for their rights… and, what is amaz[...]
We Support the Rally Against the War on Women
April 27th, 2012
Madison County Democratic Party announces its support and actions related to the nationwide rally taking place, Saturday, April 28 at state capitols in all fifty states. (See full press release) Rally to Stop the War on Women Alabama State Capitol Steps Saturday, April 28, 2 – 6 PM To carpool or caravan to Montgomery, be ready to leave the Cracker Barrel (Wall-Triana Blvd. exit off I565) at 10 AM Bring signs, water, and sunscreen! 256- 227-9972 or info@madisoncountydemocrats.com The state-wide effort is in protest of a national attack on women’s rights and at least 16 bills introduced by the Alabama Legislature impacting women’s healthcare and reproductive rights. Many speakers including Clete, Wetli, Madison County Democratic Chair will discuss the injustices of current proposed laws. “This Saturday, Americans will gather at their State Capitols across the United States to rally for women’s rights and to protest the onslaught of Republican-sponsored legislation that seeks to limit women’s ability to earn equal pay, healthcare [...]
Upcoming Events
- May 19, 2012
Democratic Men
8:30 am, Democratic Men - May 20, 2012
Obama for America (OFA) Huntsville
3:30 pm, Huntsville for Obama - May 21, 2012
UAH College Democrats
6:30 pm, UAH Dems
- May 19, 2012
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