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2016 Must Win!
From the Chair, Jim
Lansing
As Democratic Caucus members prepare for the 2016 NEA Representative Assembly in July, we are also focused on the National Democratic Party Convention, and ultimately the presidential and congressional elections in November. The California primary election solidified the historic nomination for Hillary Clinton. Secretary Clinton and Senator Sanders have similar positions on many issues. The appeal of Senator Sanders to the progressive left has energized younger voters. This energy must be captured for the final contest! The contrast between the two national parties could not be greater or clearer. The recent horrific tragedy in Orlando, FL has crystallized this difference. Critical decisions about public safety, health care, college affordability, social security, the environment and many other issues face us in the next presidential term and in the next congressional session. We cannot let the damage happen that would be done if the other national party gains the White House and maintains control of Congress. The
inaction of Congress regarding a
Supreme Court appointment is another
example of why it is critical for
Democratic candidates to prevail.
Democratic turnout is the answer,
especially in purple states. Our
caucus members are democratic
activists dedicated to getting out the
vote this year. 2016 is a MUST WIN
election year for Democrats, and we
will make it happen!
Once again we will have a booth at the NEA EXPO, July 2nd and 3rd. Memberships may be renewed at the booth, or with your state’s contact person. There are still several states where a contact person is needed. It is easy and fun to be the person to promote membership in the Democratic Caucus in your state caucus meetings to tell us your concerns and suggestions. Please Note: Our
annual Breakfast Meeting will be held at
8:00 AM, on July 6, 2016; the RA ends the
following day.
For complete information,
check out the latest Donkey's Tale in pdf format.Jim Lansing  What is the NEA Democratic
Caucus?
Each year, the National Education Association, NEA, holds an annual meeting called a Representative Assembly. NEA members from around the country, even from around the world, attend the NEA-RA to discuss and formulate the direction of the NEA. A wide variety of caucuses have sprung up over the years out of the specific interests of NEA members who attend the Assembly. The NEA Democratic Caucus is a caucus of the NEA delegates to the annual meeting who are members of the Democratic Party in their respective states. This web page helps those delegates get ready for their meetings at the regular annual meeting of the RA. And of course, we are Democrats!
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Secretary’s Report Dennis Bruck We have a strong opportunity this November to keep a Democrat in the White House. It is critical for us to have a president who will stand strong for public schools and public school employees. It is also important to have a president who will work to maintain and improve the Affordable Health Care Act in addition to protecting social security benefits for millions of Americans. This
election will no doubt be
contentious, as we have all
witnessed throughout the primary
season. It will not be easily won
and we must all work hard to get
out the Democratic vote. I remind
you to renew your NEA Democratic
Caucus membership and to bring
along a friend or two to join the
caucus. I look forward to seeing
all of you in Washington, D.C. for
what looks to be an exciting
convention!
Dennis
NEA Democratic Caucus
Chair Jim Lansing 1st Vice-Chair Brian Rock 2nd
Vice Chair Secretary Treasurer Past
Chair Donkey's
Tale Editor Webmaster Paul
Hambleton
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NEA DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS
SCHEDULE
FOR RA 2016 in DC Saturday,
July 2 Sunday,
July 3 Monday,
July 4 Tuesday,
July 5 Wednesday,
July 6 Thursday,
July 7
NEA Dem Membership Renewal Download
here, fill out, and send to Jim Lansing
at the address on the form.
In a Word...
The upcoming 2016 election is important and America’s future depends on its outcome. This is vital to our beliefs and values as Democrats. The election will determine who will be our next president, who controls Congress, and who will be serving on the Supreme Court. The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) and the Koch Brothers are pouring huge amounts of money into these elections. Alec is a shadowy group of companies and politicians working together behind closed doors to rewrite laws. ALEC and other right-wing Republican groups will far outspend Democratic candidates.
The upcoming 2016 election is important and America’s future depends on its outcome. This is vital to our beliefs and values as Democrats. The election will determine who will be our next president, who controls Congress, and who will be serving on the Supreme Court. The
American Legislative Exchange Council
(ALEC) and the Koch Brothers are pouring
huge amounts of money into these
elections. Alec is a shadowy group of
companies and politicians working
together behind closed doors to rewrite
laws. ALEC and other right-wing
Republican groups will far outspend
Democratic candidates.
In
Solidarity,
Jack Schneider, Editor
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