The families of Kohler’s UAW Local 833 have been on strike since November 15th, taking a moral and necessary stand for equal pay for equal work—fighting back against an unjust two-tier wage system that pays workers different wages for the same job that traps lower-tier workers in a cycle of low wages.

The UAW Local 833 is hosting a holiday toy drive for the children of striking families. They are looking for new, unwrapped toys for children, ages 0-to-17, whose families are involved in the strike.

If you would like to donate to the toy drive, please drop off donations at the Wash Dem Office at 132 North Main Street in West Bend. A volunteer will drive to Sheboygan to deliver the toys.

Please note that the UAW Local 833 continues to run its food pantry as well, and we will continue to run weekly donations up to their food pantry as well.

You may also help the UAW Local 833 families by donating to their strike fund that is used to help the strikers with bills and insurance. You can send donations to: UAW 833 Kohler Strike, Emil Mazey Hall, 5425 Superior Avenue, Sheboygan, WI 53083.

To learn more about the importance of these donations, please watch a video by clicking on the address below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cg6k3WC9Od8&feature=youtu.be

We Have the Perfect “Stocking Stuffers” for You at the Wash Dem Office

Looking for a great “stocking stuffer” for a friend or family member? Look no more—we have you covered.

Stop by the office for your “Russ,” “Bernie,” and “Hillary” sign. These are gifts that will help keep our office open too!

Evenwel v. Abbott – – – a Case We Should be Watching Closely

The United States Supreme Court is currently working on a case whose outcome will have a tremendous affect on future elections. 

This case challenges the meaning of “one person, one vote” in determining voting districts.

To learn more about this vital case, click on the link below:

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/12/09/us/politics/supreme-court-to-hear-arguments-on-one-person-one-vote.html?smid=nytcore-iphone-share&smprod=nytcore-iphone&_r=2

Sock Drive a Great Success Again

Below is a photo of all the donations for our “Sock Drive” for the Holiday Hope Party at West Bend High School.

THANK YOU for all these donations. These gifts will be greatly appreciated.

The Wisconsin Democratic Party State Convention is Coming in June of 2016

Save the date: June 3 & 4, 2016 for the Wisconsin Democratic Party’s State Convention at Green Bay’s Radisson Hotel and Conference Center, located at 2040 Airport Drive, Green Bay, WI 54313 ( www.radisson.com/green-bay-hotel-wi-54313/greenbay ).

To reserve your hotel room, please contact the Radisson by calling 920-494-7300 or 800-333-3333. Mention the Democratic Party of Wisconsin Room Block to receive our special rate of $99 per night.

The following events will take place at the Washington County Democratic Party Office at 132 North Main Street, West Bend.

Wednesday, December 9th, 7:00 – 8:30 PM: COMMUNITY FORUM for “Understanding the New Voter I.D. Law in Wisconsin”

There is a new voter I.D. requirement at the polls and very few people understand the specific rules of this new law. We need to understand these new voter requirements so we can help and inform others.

In 2016, we will be electing the next U.S. President and one of Wisconsin’s U.S. Senators.

Our guest speaker, Anita Johnson, an organizer with Citizens Action of Wisconsin, will explain the new requirements of the new Wisconsin Voter I.D. Law.

Wednesday, December 16th, 7:00 – 8:30 PM: “December Membership Meeting” and “Holiday Party

Join us for our last meeting of 2015. Afterwards, we will enjoy some holiday cheer with treats, drinks and great conversation.

Bring a treat to share; beverages will be provided.

We have been asked to do our “Sock Drive” for the West Bend High Schools’ “Holiday Hope” event again this year. Last year, the socks we collected for students were a top hit at the vent and students spent a lot of time selecting just the right pair of socks.

Please drop off your sock donation at the Wash Dem Party Office at 132 North Main Street in West Bend. The socks are for teenagers—ages 14 to 18—so they should be in adult or teen sizes.

All donations are appreciated. Thank you for participating in this “Holiday Cheer” event.

Note: last day to bring in socks is Wednesday, December 9th; bring some along to the Community Forum meeting on the Voter I.D. that night