June 5
Wisconsin Special Election - Gov Scott Walker’s Recall
Wisconsin Democratic Party
Website: http://www.wisdems.org/
FaceBook: http://www.facebook.com/WisDems
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/wisdems
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Wisconsin Special Election
06/03/2012
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GOP McCarthyism Tactics Live On
05/29/2012
McCarthyism is the practice of making accusations of disloyalty, subversion, or treason without proper regard for evidence. The term McCarthyism, coined in 1950 in reference to Republican U.S. Senator Joseph McCarthy‘s practices, was soon applied to similar anti-communist activities. Today the term is used more generally in reference to demagogic, reckless, and unsubstantiated accusations, as well as public attacks on the character and/or patriotism of political opponents.
During the McCarthy era, thousands of Americans were accused of being Communists or communist sympathizers and became the subject of aggressive investigations and questioning before government or private-industry panels, committees and agencies.
Many people suffered loss of employment and/or destruction of their careers; some even suffered imprisonment. Most of these punishments came about through trial verdicts later overturned, laws that would be declared unconstitutional, dismissals for reasons later declared illegal or actionable, or extra-legal procedures that would come into general disrepute.
Sources: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_McCarthy, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McCarthyism
Why bring this subject up now in the year 2012?
Because the GOP party is STILL trying to stoke fear by lying…
- Column: Republican ‘anti-American’ Rhetoric Reeks Of McCarthyism 2/11/2009
- The GOP s new McCarthyism against Muslims 8/17/2010
- Allen West: Half the Democrats in Congress are Communists 4/11/2012
- Another missed opportunity to lead 5/29/2012
Mitt Romney will join Donald Trump tonight in Las Vegas for a fundraiser, just a few days after the reality-show host reiterated his support for the ridiculous “birther” conspiracy theory. Asked by reporters yesterday whether Trump’s ugly, borderline-racist antics gives him pause, Romney seemed unconcerned.
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In 2012 don’t side with the dark side….
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U.S. GDP Data & Democrats Abroad 2012 Global Primary
04/29/2012
The consequences of austerity in one chart?
4/26/12 By Ezra Klein – washingtonpost
“Check out the UK line,” writes Joe Weisenthal. “The UK was recovering on a fine trajectory right up until early 2010, at which point UK growth hit a brick wall. What happened in 2010? That’s when conservative David Cameron came to power with an agenda of reigning in the debt.”
Meanwhile, the United States is doing better than either the United Kingdom or the Eurozone.
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May 1 – May 6, 2012: Democrats Abroad Global Presidential Primary
Democrats Abroad http://www.democratsabroad.org/
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VOTE SMART & VOTE OBAMA/BIDEN 2012
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USCGC STRATTON (WMSL 752) & Arizona Congressional District Caucuses
03/29/2012
Commissioning of United States Coast Guard Cutter STRATTON (USCGC STRATTON)
First Lady Michelle Obama with the crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Stratton Alameda, Calif., March 31, 2012.
First Lady welcomes newest cutter
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3/31/12 Posted by: LT Connie Braesch - coastguard.dodlive.mil
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Coast Guard Cutter Stratton was honored to have First Lady Michelle Obama, the ship’s sponsor, welcome it into service. With her name carved into the keel, Obama participated in the commissioning ceremony – placing the cutter into active service and ceremonially giving the order to bring the ship to life. All the more fitting way to end a month spent celebrating the accomplishments and contributions of women to our nation.
“No matter what this country asks of you, you always step up to answer the call,” said Obama to the Coast Guard men and women attending the commissioning ceremony. “Always. So it is fitting that all of you are here today, because it is that ethic of service that defined the life of this cutter’s namesake, Capt. Dorothy Stratton.”
As Capt. Stratton did 70 years ago for women, Cutter Stratton will do for the Coast Guard’s operational future.
For the entire article: http://coastguard.dodlive.mil/2012/03/first-lady-welcomes-newest-cutter/
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March 31 – Arizona Congressional District Caucuses
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California Schools & Local Public Safety Protection Act of 2012
03/28/2012
Summary: The Schools and Local Public Safety Protection Act of 2012 will make California’s tax system more fair. It is only right to ask the wealthy to pay their fair share.
The following is an email from Gov Jerry Brown:
Earlier this week, a USC/LA Times poll was released that shows my proposed Education and Public Safety Initiative has a good chance of winning in November.
But only if you, and people like you, join the cause.
We need to gather 1.2 million signatures by early May to qualify for the ballot (signed document must be received before April 27, 2012).
I really need your support.
Jerry Brown
P.S. – after signing the petition, please forward this message to your friends and encourage them to do the same.
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Liberal Definition
03/26/2012
Liberal Definition T Shirt http://www.democraticstuff.com/LiberalDefinitionTShirt-TS46253
UNION MADE IN THE USA
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Women’s Week of Action & 2012 Louisiana Primary
03/22/2012
Week of Action March 23 – March 30
This month we are celebrating the two year anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, the law that is already helping millions of Americans get affordable health insurance. Because of this law people no longer have to live in fear that their coverage will be canceled if they get sick or if they will hit their lifetime cap on what their insurance company will cover. In addition young Americans with a pre-existing condition like asthma or diabetes or cancer will no longer be denied care and they can stay on their par tent’s health insurance until they are 26 years old. And folks on Medicare can now get free preventative services to help them stay active and healthy as well as help with their prescription drugs.
Since we passed the Affordable Care Act, millions of our senior citizens have saved an average of over more then $600 dollars a year on their prescription drugs. This law also pays special attention to women’s health making sure that we have insurance coverage without a co-pay for the preventative services we need; things like mammograms, wellness visits and prenatal screening.
Believe it or not before my husband signed the Affordable Care Act into law insurance companies could actually charge women up to 50% more then men for their health care premiums simply because of their gender. The new law will end that unfair practice. And as a mom I know that the legacy of the health care reform will be a healthier future for my daughters and for all our sons and daughters. That is why we need to keep and build on the progress that we have made. So I hope that you will all join me and women across America in marking the anniversary of the Affordable Care Act with a week of action. From March 23 to March 30 we will be organizing and making phone calls and reaching out to friends and neighbors, to spread the word about what we have done to make health care better and more affordable for all Americans and to talk about why we need to stand up for the progress that we had made. I am so grateful to all of you who have shown your support and I know that you will make this week of action something very special.
Visit http://www.BarackObama.com/WomensWeek to get started.
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2012 Louisiana Primary
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Welcome Ireland! & 2012 Illinois Primary
03/18/2012
- First Lady Michelle Obama, Taoiseach Enda Kenny, President Obama & Mrs Kenny
President Obama and First Lady Michell greets his cousin Henry The Eight Healy and local Moneygall dignitaries.
President Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, Vice President Biden and Dr. Jill Biden host a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration for Ireland’s representatives on March 20th.
Fáilte roimh chách Ireland!
Welcome to our Irish Friends!
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Alabama & Mississippi Primary & Utah Caucus 2012
03/11/2012
March 13
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International Women’s Day & Hawaii Democratic Caucus 2012
03/06/2012
International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day (IWD is marked on March 8 every year. In different regions the focus of the celebrations ranges from general celebration of respect, appreciation and love towards women to a celebration for women’s economic, political and social achievements. Started as a Socialist political event, the holiday blended in the culture of many countries, primarily Eastern Europe, Russia, and the former Soviet bloc.
For the entire article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Women’s_Day
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2012 International Women of Courage Awards Ceremony
March 8, 2012 11:00 AM EST
Hosted by Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton
Live Broadcast:
WhiteHouse.gov http://www.whitehouse.gov/live
Department of State http://www.state.gov/
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March 7, 2012
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