UPCOMING EVENTS

Message From Sue Walton

Does your voice matter?

If you've ever thought your one vote or voice doesn't matter, think again. One of our die-hard members, Larry Glowacki, was up at 3am Friday morning making phone calls to Guam, which is 15 hours ahead of us. He called around 75 people, and talked to multiple Obama supporters that didn't even know they could vote! Thanks to Larry, Barack won Guam by 7 votes, 2, 264 to 2, 257!

Good Press for Todd Stroger:
Citizen Action reports that the Emergency Network (established in July 2007 to press for the establishment of a trusteeship to restore public confidence in Cook County health services) applauds Stroger for nominating a strong group to head the Bureau of Health Services.
President Stroger nominated nine well-qualifiied, independent candidates for the Interim Board of Directors to oversee Cook County's healthcare system.
Confirmation hearings for the nine nominees will be held on May 13, according to Larry Suffredin. "We thank President Todd Stroger for taking the first step to restore the Bureau of Health Services by putting forth nine well-qualified and committed individuals to serve as the directors of the County's healthcare system", said William McNary, Co-Director of Citizen Action/Illinois.

Sue Walton, Palatine Township Democratic Committeeman

BLUE GOLD: WORLD WATER WARS

Friday, May 9, 7:00 P.M., Atherton Hall
Countryside Church Unitarian Universalist
1025 N. Smith Rd, Palatine
Free pre-release screening of Sam Bozzo’s Blue Gold: World Water Wars. As humanity continues to consume fresh water faster than aquifers can be replenished, what will become of the planet's remaining water supplies, and who will control them?

DOCUMENTARY ON GRASSROOTS POLITICS

Thursday, May 15, 7pm, Palatine Township Democrats office, 1310 W. Northwest Hwy., Arlington Heights
Jeff Smith: Before you meet the man, learn the legend.
We are delighted to have Missouri State Senator Jeff Smith as guest speaker at the First Annual Patrick Botterman Fundraiser and Award Ceremony on Sunday, May 18 (see below). To prepare a welcome, we will hold an encore screening of the film, Can Mr. Smith Get to Washington Anymore? Reviewers say the movie is "funny, informative, breathlessly paced", and a "true-life David-and Goliath story". After the film you'll have a chance to meet our own grassroots candidates for State Rep, Carol Javens (53rd District), and Mark Walker (66th district).

FIRST ANNUAL PATRICK BOTTERMAN FUNDRAISER

Sunday, May 18, 11:30 a.m. Brunch
Chevy Chase Golf Club, 1000 N. Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling
Event Sponsor $1000, Host Levels: $500, $250, Tickets $50, Seniors and Students $35

In an effort to carry on Pat's inspiration, we are proud to announce the Patrick S. Botterman Leadership Award. This will be presented on an annual basis to someone who is working for progressive social change; someone making a difference.

Our guest speaker will be Missouri State Senator Jeff Smith, underdog hero of the inspiring and fast-paced film, Can Mr. Smith Get to Washington Anymore?

Click here for more information about the fundraiser.

PETER GUTZMER, CANDIDATE FOR ILLINOIS STATE SENATE, 27TH DISTRICT CAMPAIGN KICK-OFF

Wednesday, May 21, 6-8pm, Lamplighter Inn Tavern Grill, 60 N. Bothwell, Palatine
Campaign Co-Chair $1000, Host Committee $500, Event Sponsor $250, Couples $150, Tickets $100
RSVP: scott@votegutzmer.org
Event tickets and contributions may also be made online here.

RELAY FOR LIFE WALK BENEFITS THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

Friday, June 13-Saturday 14, 6pm-6am, Palatine High School. FREE.
Do you think that the Palatine Township Democrats should be more visible in the community? Help raise money for a great cause by joining the Palatine Township Democrats team for the Relay for Life.
What does joining the team require? 1. Be available some or all of the time to walk in shifts throughout the night. 2. Collect any donations you can for the American Cancer Society.
8-15 people are needed to participate and the deadline to join is May 16. Join online by clicking here or contact Beth Carlson at 847.358.9934 or bethcarlson@yahoo.com

OBAMA PHONE BANKS

Tuesday Evenings at the Melissa Bean office, Harris Bank Building, 800 E. Northwest Hwy., (intersection w/ Rohlwing), 7th Floor, Palatine
Here's link with all the info.

You can make phone calls from home to voters in upcoming primary states. Click here and follow the on-screen directions.

Questions? Call Matt Flamm 312.636.5648 or democratmatt@mac.com.

DAN SEALS CANVASSING AND PHONE BANKS

Tuesdays 4pm
Palatine Township Democratic Office
1310 W. Northwest Hwy., Arlington Heights

After a brief meeting we will head out to knock on doors for Dan (or phone bank if the weather is poor). Nathan Schackow of the Dan Seals campaign will be in our office 11:30-4 p.m. every Tuesday in May. Area volunteers and leaders can pick up walk lists for your chosen precincts. You are welcome to show up and bring friends to our functions, but an RSVP at DanSealsForCongress.com is a big help to us.

See past events here.

Clean cars are a win for Illinois.