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February 16, 2020

We need postcard stamps.
Can you donate $35 to buy a roll of postcard stamps? These mailings are crucial to our efforts to Get Out the Vote .


Notes from the Chair:
Stress, Anxiety and People Who Care

Stress and anxiety are the result of caring about your fellow human beings, the creatures of the earth, the environment and the evil being perpetrated by the current genre of Republicans. When our party in Iowa screws up their caucus results (as we have now heard, Republicans contributed to the problem) it unfortunately reflects on the integrity of real election systems like we use here in Texas, folks get more stressed. When I get bummed, I listen to Bobby McFerrin’s “Don’t Worry Be Happy” other folks do yoga, exercise or cuss a little. Ultimately, we must turn our stress and emotions into action that will get some Democrats elected to reverse the horrific direction of our current government in Austin and Washington.

About the time I am down, usually something wonderful happens. Someone writes a terrific Progressive Views Column, a volunteer does hundreds of phone bank calls or we get a note like the one below. This young man left some goodies at the office and this wonderful note which will keep me going for a long, long time. How about you, what are you doing to make 2020 a real year of change?
The Kendall County Democratic Party encourages you to vote in the Democratic Primary and to make a vote plan prior to going to your polling location.

  Kevin Henning
Kendall County Democratic Party Chair


Get Ready for the Texas Primaries



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It’s almost time for the Texas primary elections — our chance to make our voices heard in the  process to select our nominees  for the critical 2020 elections. Make your preparations now, so you’ll be ready to go when it’s time to head to the polls, starting Tuesday, February 18!
Prepare your choices
Spend a little time researching the candidates so you can vote with confidence. You can use the  Vote411 Personalized Ballot  to enter your address, see all the races on your ballot, and review profiles of candidates in the races, including their answers to questions posed by the League of Women Voters.
For more information, you can study the candidates’ own websites using the links in our  listing of the Kendall County Democratic Primary ballot.
As you decide on your selections, remember to make notes on a paper you can carry into the voting booth with you, as you cannot refer to your mobile device while casting your vote. If you use the  Vote411 Personalized Ballot , you can send the results to yourself and print them, or you can print and complete a sample ballot to take with you when you vote.
Make your plan
You are eligible to vote by mail in Texas if you are:
  • 65 years of age or older, or
  • Disabled, or
  • Out of the county on Election Day and during all of the early voting days.
If you meet one or more of those qualifications,  apply as soon as possible for your ballot by mail . As soon as you receive your ballot, follow the instructions to complete it and return it, so you can be sure it will be counted.
For those voting in person, early voting will take place at the Kendall County Courthouse Annex,  221 Fawn Valley Drive   in Boerne, at the following dates and times:
  • Tue Feb 18: 8:00am – 6:00pm
  • Wed Feb 19: 8:00am – 6:00pm
  • Thu Feb 20: 8:00am – 6:00pm
  • Fri Feb 21: 8:00am – 6:00pm
  • Sat Feb 22: 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Mon Feb 24: 8:00am – 6:00pm
  • Tue Feb 25: 8:00am – 6:00pm
  • Wed Feb 26: 8:00am – 6:00pm
  • Thu Feb 27: 7:00am – 7:00pm
  • Feb Feb 28: 7:00am – 7:00pm
On Election Day, Tuesday March 3
Kendall County voters can cast their votes at any of the following locations from 7:00am – 7:00pm:
  • City Hall (City of Boerne): 447 N. Main Street #100, Boerne, Texas 78006
  • Morningside Ministries: 1150 Grand Blvd, Boerne, Texas 78006
  • Bergheim Volunteer Fire Department: 1 Old Curry Creek Road, Boerne, Texas 78006
  • Burdick Community Center: 119 Old San Antonio Road, Boerne, Texas 78006
  • Kendall County Fairgrounds: 1307 River Road, Boerne, Texas 78006
  • Kendalia Community Center: 2610 FM 473, Kendalia, Texas 78006
  • Boerne Bible Church: 1026 E. Blanco, Boerne, Texas 78006
  • Sisterdale Community Center: 2 Sisterdale-Lindendale Road, Boerne, Texas 78006
  • Comfort Baptist Church: 100 Amber Drive, Comfort, Texas 78013
  • Waring Fire House: 11 Waring Road, Boerne, Texas 78006
  • Nineteen:Ten Church: 130 FM 1376, Boerne, Texas 78006
Whichever of the above options you choose, be sure to make a plan for when and where you plan to vote, and how you will get to your polling location – then put it on your calendar.
Bring your crew
Once you’ve got your plan in place, extend your plan to include your family, friends and neighbors. Make sure they each know where and when to vote, and that they have a way to get there. Make it a voting outing together!
Cast your vote
When it’s time to go vote, make sure to take along one of the various  acceptable forms of photo ID . Curbside voting is available at all polling locations for voters who have difficulty walking or standing for long periods.
Also, consider adding the  Election Protection Hotline  number, 1-866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) to your contacts on your phone so you can call them if you have any questions or problems casting your vote, or observe any problems at the polls.
And finally, don’t forget to pick up your “I Voted” sticker — and wear it proudly!
Mark Your Calendars!


Tuesday, March 3
Election night watch party at the KCDP offic e .  
If you are not too tired after a long days work stop by for a beverage and snack, plus catch up on any results that are in.
Office: 518 East Blanco St. Ste 103 Boerne, Texas - enter back door of Mary’s Taco Phone – 830 331 0672

Saturday, March 21

Kendall County Democratic Convention
 
The Kendall County Democratic Party will hold its Convention on Saturday, March 21 from 1-4 pm at Kronkosky Place (17 Old San Antonio Rd, Boerne). Watch this space in the newsletter. For the next several weeks, I’ll share all you’ll need to know about a County Convention, how it works, and how you can get involved. 
 
The primary purpose of the Convention is to choose eleven delegates (plus Kevin) to send to the State Democratic Convention (June 4-6 in San Antonio). Delegates are elected proportionately to the number of supporters for a presidential candidate (as determined by the results of the March 3 primary election). For example, if Joe Biden receives 36% of the vote in Kendall County, four Kendall delegates would “declare” for Biden. I’ll explain in a later installment exactly how this will work at our Convention.
 
For now, please think about how you can help us conduct a successful event. Our 2018 convention had about 30 attendees. We’re expecting  many  more this year, since it’s a Presidential year. We’ll need help with set-up/tear down, registration, hospitality/refreshments, and a couple of other roles. We’ll also need to appoint a Convention Secretary during the event (taking minutes is very easy on the template provided by the Texas Democratic Party). Please let me know if you’d be willing to serve.  
As always, call/email with questions (or to volunteer to help!) 
Contact Laura Bray D eputy Chair, KCDP (210-884-6843)
Calling All Artists!
Exhibit in our Office Art Gallery!

The KCDP/BAD office has an Art Gallery, featuring work by local Democratic artists. We’ll choose a new artist to feature each month. All proceeds from the sale of your art will benefit KCDP.

Alia & Polly Chryssolor are our featured artists this month.
A set of four paintings were sold almost immediately but we have 2 pieces left. Visit our office to view the paintings and their gallery tags describing each piece and “suggested donation.”

Artists are responsible for bringing in their artworks, hanging them (using the picture rail and hanging hardware), placing the pricing tags, and removing their work when their month is complete. KCDP office staff will handle the sale of any works.
If you’d like to see a full set of guidelines, email Laura Bray Any questions? Want to sign up for a month?Contact Laura Bray, laurabray61@gmail.com 210-884-6843.

Office Open Three Days a Week
Wednesdays 9-11 a.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Fridays 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Saturday 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Stop by to pick up signs for
Wendy Davis , Rebecca Martinez and Jennie Lou Leeder.

Check out our KCDP Art Gallery, or take or leave a book from the Progressive Little Library.
I f you’d like to volunteer to staff a shift,
please contact Office Manager Sherry Thurman @   mzsherry.mitchell.thurman@gmail.com.


 "Digital Office Hours"

W e will continue to hold “Digital Office Hours” every Wednesday morning from 9-11 a.m. at the new office. Stop by with your questions on any of the tools. Bring your laptop/device, or use Laura's or Becky’s laptop.

Digital Office Hours: Now Featuring Short Training Videos
Our Wednesday “Digital Office Hours” have hosted a steady stream of visitors. Laura will feature one or two training videos from the Texas Democratic Party training website on our big screen TV.  RSVP or just pop by!
We are happy to schedule some other time to work with you, if Wednesday mornings aren’t convenient; just let us know. 
We hope you’ll take advantage of our “office hours,” and please feel free to share with your key volunteers. We look forward to seeing you!
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.”
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
There are more of us than you think!
We continue to search for local Democrats. If you run into any “like minded people,” send their name and email address to Laura Bray s o we can add them to our mailing list and into VAN as a “strong/lean Democrat.” 
We need to continue building our numbers for 2020 and beyond!
Invite your friends to "like" our Facebook Page
Feel free to forward to a friend!
Click here to be added to our mailing list!
Office 518 East Blanco, Boerne
( same building as Mary’s Tacos, enter through rear entrance) 
Hours: Weds, Fri, and Sat from 1:30-4:30.p.m.
830-388-0109 bstrain947@aol.com