Hello everyone!

It has been an exciting first month! Most of the work that I have been doing has been done from Madison, but I am very excited to start working from our office in West Bend after I graduate from UW-Madison this weekend. Each week, I plan to give regular updates on what I have been doing.

Lately, I have been updating the Democratic Party of Washington County’s “Twitter” and “Instagram” pages. (Please make sure to “click” on the links below and follow us!)

Click on the “Twitter” icon below to join our Twitter feed:

 

Click on the “Instagram” icon below to join our Instagram feed:

 

 

I am also calling some of our members and potential members to invite them to our office events. I have been able to make contact with many different people and have updated email addresses so that we can stay in regular contact. (Please send me your current email address to be sure to be receive the latest news from Democratic Party of Washington County by contacting me at autumnlinsmeier@gmail.com or 920-973-5521.)

I have also put together a “FAQ sheet” that will soon be available at the office to share with new members or anyone who would like a quick reference sheet with information about the Democratic Party of Washington County.

If anyone has a question or would like to meet me, please contact me at autumnlinsmeier@gmail.com or 920-973-5521. I’m looking forward to meeting you all!

Best,

Autumn Linsmeier

 

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.