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Diversity
April 26, 2020
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Notes from the Chair:
This is a time for Heroes
One of my favorite TV shows from 15 years ago is
West Wing.
Idealized President Jed Bartlett and crew run a country and fight political struggles deftly if not with perfection. They always strived to make the nation and the world a safer and better place. A Bartlet quote that might fit our current pandemic:
“You know that when smallpox was eradicated, it
was considered the single greatest humanitarian achievement of the century.”
Will we say the same thing when the corona virus is subdued? I wonder if Trump ever watched the West Wing, he could sure learn something. Barlett often gave stirring speeches and one that I really like is
“This is a time for Heroes"
where he thanked a military unit for their selfless dedication. How fitting for today. Here we are mostly stuck at home and the electricity and internet are working, the trash is being picked up, you can go to the store and get what you need. Well maybe not TP and bleach thanks to our panicky hoarders. Government services are being provided albeit in some creative ways.
All the folks that keep the
basic necessities of life going are heroes
. Even more so for our first responders, police, fire and EMS. Of course,
the super heroes are our medical professions and support folks who are working the front lines often in harms way.
Yes, this is a time for Heroes
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A Few Updates;
Commissioners Court to Zoom
The regular meeting of Commissioners Court to be held on the 27th day of
April 2020 at 9:00 a.m
. will be conducted via Zoom, a first for the Court. This resulted from an order from Governor Abbott which suspended various provisions of the Open Meetings Act that require government officials and members of the public to be physically present at a specified meeting location due to COVID-19. The public may join this meeting while in progress by calling 1-346-248-7799 and entering the meeting ID number 2158930133 followed by #.
As is always the case, an electronic copy of the agenda and agenda backup documents can be found at:
Court Agendas
Judge Lux and the Court have always resisted videoing the meeting which the City of Boerne does so the public has routine access to the meetings. I have pressed the Court both in person and by writing to start videoing the meeting to no avail. In this day and age, it is ridiculous that they continue to resist. Please note that while the Court is using Zoom the public only has a dial-in option. How sad. If you agree with me, please express your views to the Court. Public pressure is the only way we can change the status-quo until we can get Judge Lux out.
Please Vote by mail in the Runoff
The Democratic Party Runoff Election is now scheduled for July 14, 2020. The Texas Democratic Party (TDP) has taken legal action to clarify and expand the use of vote by mail for individuals who fear contracting Covid 19 at a polling place. Attorney General Paxton is challenging this order and there is no definitive answer as of the writing,.
One thing for sure, anyone over 65 can vote by mail in Texas.
If you are at all concerned about voting in person in July and are not already doing vote by mail, you should request a mail-in ballot.
There are a number of ways to request a mail-in ballot. Here’s an easy link that lets you prepare a letter requesting a ballot;
VBMA
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or you can call the Kendall Co. Elections office and request an application for Ballot by Mail at 830-331-8701. The Election office will be happy to help you with any questions that you may have.
Here are some important dates to note:
- Monday, June 15, 2020 - Last day to Register to Vote
- Friday, July 3, 2020 - Last day to apply for ballot by mail (Received, not postmarked)
- Monday, July 6, 2020 - First day of Early Voting
- Friday, July 10, 2020 - Last day of Early Voting
- Tuesday, July 14, 2020 - Election Day
Covid Update
As of Saturday morning, there was another confirmed case of COVID-19 in Kendall County. This brings the total case count to 16; 2 are currently active and being monitored while 14 have recovered. No Kendall County cases have required hospitalization.
Until we can be together again, please stay safe and please stay engaged. Thank you all for your support of the KCDP.
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Kevin Henning
Kendall County Democratic Party Chair
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Get Your Ticket to the TxDem Online Convention this June!
Get ready for the virtual Texas Democratic Convention from June 1 to June 6
. Our star-studded lineup will leave Texans feeling engaged, informed, and inspired. Trust us, you're not going to want to miss this.
Get your virtual ticket today at
TDP20
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oin us for our next Zoom Happy Hour! This time: wear your favorite ball cap and be prepared to tell us *why* it's your favorite. Bring your favorite beverage and snack and join us for an informal get-together in this time of social distancing
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It's Happy Hour Time Again!
Thursday , April 30 @ 4:30
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Note from the Training Chair:
Yes, We’re Still Continuing to Work!
We may not be having regular meetings or office hours, but there are plenty of opportunities to continue our work from home.
Check out Laura’s two training videos on ways you can still stay involved in activism at home:
Let’s continue to use this time of social distancing to further our goal of a great Democratic turnout this fall.
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News Medias are not all the same!
Chart below shows were the Media falls between Right and Left
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Entre Vecinos
Some of you are aware of the local group called "
Entre Vecinos
" (Among Neighbors) that we've helped to organize as a way to listen, learn, and understand the needs of the Hispanic/Latinx community in Boerne and Kendall County, and to brainstorm ways we can help each other to address those needs.
We have introduced a
new bilingual
Website
where we aim to provide useful information updates and promote connection regarding key issues like education, health, housing, immigration, and civic participation. We invite you to take a look and pass along to anyone who may be interested.
If you want to be notified automatically when we publish new updates to the website, go to the site and hit the "Subscribe" link near the top of the page.
We'll be holding a conference-call discussion with the group this coming T
hursday, April 23 at 7pm,
to discuss the questions and needs that are arising in the community right now. If you're interested in joining that conference-call discussion, or know someone else who might be, please
email
Luke Rosenberger
or
Entre Vecinos
for more information
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We will deliver signs
We have Rebeca Martinez and Wendy Davis signs.
We have temporarily closed the Office.
Please check back. We hope to reopen in May.
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Check out Kendall County Democratic Party
Facebook page!
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Donations made via Act Blue
go directly to Kendall County Democratic Party, except for a 3.95% credit card processing fee. The money we raise supports the Democratic Operations for Kendall County. We need funds to operate an Office, Train volunteers, “Get out the vote” efforts; Mailings, Posters, Advertising, etc.
Donate Online!
We encourage you to donate to the Party online with the secure online donation site ActBlue accessible from our
home page
.
We understand that some folks just don’t like online donations: “Prefer to donate via check or money order? Send it to PO Box 2321, Boerne TX 78006-6321.”
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Kendall County Democratic Store
Show your pride for the Kendall County, Texas Democratic Party! Apparel comes in a variety of colors and styles.
Check out the selections; KCDP logo t-shirts, sweatshirts, stickers, totes and more available
Purchase Here
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Feel free to forward to a friend!
Office
5
18 East Blanco, Boerne
( same building as Mary’s Tacos,
enter through rear entrance)
Hours: Closed at this time
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830-388-0109 bstrain947@aol.com
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