I just looked at the calendar, and while this month is National Volunteer Month, I see a ROEvember coming up in just a few months!! Yes, against all odds (and DeSantis' lackey, Ashley Moody), the Florida Supreme Court is allowing the abortion petition to go on the ballot this fall.
What that means? This bill does not negate many of our abortion laws, what it does is enshrine a woman's right to choose an abortion upon the advice of her medical professional. It gets government out of the way of what should be a private decision. And because of YOUR hard work in collecting over a MILLION petitions state wide, it is on the ballot. This will truly put the decision in the hands of voters in states.
It will also drive voters out en masse to re-elect Biden, defeat Rick Scott and elect all of our down ballot pro choice candidates!! But we CANNOT let up. We have to do everything we can to make sure EVERY LEFT LEANING VOTER TURNS OUT! That work starts now. We have opportunities almost every single day to play a part. We are currently getting mail ballots back in the hands of our voters, and reactivating voters who have been moved to "inactive" status. Republican legislators in our state are using all of the dirty tricks at their disposal to make voting harder for every day folk, but we can turn that around, with your help.
I remember well the first time I ever knocked on the door of a Democrat-it was for Barack Obama and I was petrified. I had some lovely conversations that day and my attitude changed immediately. I figured if he could risk his very life by running, I could risk some uncomfortable conversations at the doors. So let's do this. Join us - sign up to volunteer.
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Not ready for that just yet? Join a phone bank - or ask for a list of Democrats just on your street! Or donate to support our text banks (super effective, but not free) and so we can support our candidates.
Together we can make this a Roevember to remember-and I believe we will.
Gratefully yours,
Pamela
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Pam Castellana was elected Chair of the Brevard Democratic Party in 2020 after serving as a Candidate and Campaign Committee Chair. A lifelong Democrat, Pam has lived in Melbourne since 1996. She is committed to voter education, a free press, and open dialogue with both allies and opponents.
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Get Involved
Volunteer Opportunities, District & Caucus Meetings
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Canvass to Register New Voters with School Board Member
Jennifer Jenkins!
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Join us as we register new voters in Brevard County! This will boost our turnout for the Presidential Election, down ballot races and amendments that need 60 percent approval to become law. Sign up today!
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April District Events
Lots of opportunities to get involved in this critical election year.
Click links below for more info. New opportunities are always being added.
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Join BrevardDems at Space Coast Hemp Fest, where we will register voters, collect mail ballot requests, have them sign candidate petitions and sign up new volunteers.
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Join BrevardDems at the Enchanted Forest Earth Day Celebration: collect candidate and Clean Water petitions, mail ballot request forms, etc.
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April BrevardDems Meetings |
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2024 will see elections in every corner of our county. Whether you are a candidate or thinking about running in the future or are just generally interested please join us for our next training April 16, 7pm.
If you're interested in running for any municipal seat or would just like to get more information on the process, please contact Rachele Jolley , our Candidates and Campaigns chair at candidates@brevarddems.org or at (321) 795-1584.
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BrevardDems Monthly Meeting |
Join us for the monthly Brevard County Democratic Executive Committee (DEC) meeting on Wednesday April 24, 7pm.
All Democrats are welcome!
If you'd like to get involved in the local Democratic Party, this is where to start! Register to attend.
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For more info about the Space Coast LGBTA Democratic Caucus check out our Link Tree page where you'll many ways to connect
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Democratic Veterans Caucus |
Join us April 16 for our monthly Veteran's Caucus Meeting at 6pm. This month we will meet at the Brevard Democrats office, 2955 Pineda Plaza Way, Suite 123 Melbourne, FL 32940
If you know someone who would like to donate their trailer for a day, please contact Ken McDonald at kmcdonaldjr@gmail.com or 321-326-3050.
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BIG BLUE BASH
Oh, What A Night!
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Our biennial Big Blue Bash fundraiser was a huge success. 250+ Dems came together, raised some money and were inspired by FDP Chair Nikki Fried, State Representative Tom Keene, Rockledge City Council Woman Sammie Brown Martin and many others. The message from everyone is that no race is unwinnable – which means Brevard County and Florida are winnable.
Lets carry the spirit of the message forward with gusto. We need to get every possible Democrat and left-friendly NPA’s to the ballot box.
You can help: volunteer to canvas or drive others or make calls or work in the office or donate – or all of the above. Everyone can contribute something toward turning Brevard blue. November will be here in a quick minute - Sign up to volunteer and/or make a donation .
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Janis Gregory Recieves
Patel Family DEC Volunteer Excellence Award
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Janis is the kind of volunteer who always lives up to her word. If she says she will do something, it's probably already half done. One of the things I genuinely appreciate about her is her willingness to agreeably disagree. She is never afraid to disagree in debate, but always accepts the outcome.
Without her, BrevardDems would not be able to do our effective work of voter contact at the doors. She has built a team of office elves that quietly, efficiently and cheerfully provide complete support to all of our field operation. Plus, she always has a smile
-Pamela Castellana, BrevardDems DEC Chair
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The thing that is crystal clear about Janis Gregory who was honored with the Patel Family DEC Volunteer Excellence Award at the Big Blue Bash in March is that her passion for democracy and her compassion for those who struggle is what drives her. Passion and Compassion are her heart’s song.
Janis's journey into activism and community service was born out of personal challenges and a desire to create positive change. Raised to be a housewife and mother, she found herself thrust into the workforce after a divorce at the age of 40. Despite the initial difficulty, she embraced her new role with determination, driven by the need to provide for her family.
Growing up in an era where societal expectations often limited opportunities for women, Janis defied convention and pursued a career in association management and government relations. Beginning as a meeting planner, Janis seized every opportunity that came her way, eventually rising to the role of Director of Government Relations. ...
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They try to keep Pam away! |
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Seeing hope to defeat Scott |
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Reproductive Rights on the ballot |
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Leagalizing Marijuana on the ballot |
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Take Note of these 2 Judges |
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SPREAD THE WORD
As you hit the campaign trail, make sure your message is front and center.
Whether you're rolling through town or parked at an event, decals are the perfect way to showcase your candidate to hundreds/thousands potential voters.
And here's the best part - we're offering these decals FREE to all candidates and campaign staff! That's right, no cost to you as you strive to make a difference in your in Brevard County.
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Get Involved: Join a Committee |
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The Brevard Democrats is a diverse group of motivated, talented people, and we could use your help on one of our committees. Please contact the committee chair you’re interested in if you’d like to contribute your time and effort. |
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Important Contact Info
Please click here for detailed contact information for the BrevardDems Headquarters, District Organizers, and Committee Chairs.
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BrevardDems Volunteer Calendar |
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Please see your District Newsletter or contact your District/Precinct Organizer for more volunteer opportunities! |
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BrevardDems Monthly Meeting
April 24, 2024
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BrevardDems | 321.600.4855 | hello@brevarddems.org | www.BrevardDems.org |
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