February 2, 2015
Weekly Address: A Path Towards a Thriving Middle Class
January 31, 2015
In this week’s address, the President described the progress our economy has made, laying a foundation for a future that prioritizes middle-class economics.
This week, the President will send a budget to Congress centered on the idea that everyone who works hard should have the chance to get ahead. His plan will reverse harmful sequestration cuts and instead make paychecks go further, create good jobs here in the United States, and prepare hardworking Americans to earn higher wages. The President made the case for his budget, and affirmed his commitment to doing everything he can to ensure more Americans can get ahead in this new economy.
The Lake County Democratic Club will Host District 2 Supervisor Jeff Smith
January 29, 2015
District 2 Supervisor Jeff Smith will be the guest speaker at the next meeting of the Lake County Democratic Club on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 6:30 pm. His topic will be the State of Jefferson.
With the Board of Supervisors scheduled to hear representatives of the State of Jefferson’s proposal on February 17, it is important to hear District 2 Supervisor Jeff Smith and his position on the State of Jefferson. There will be time allotted for some questions and answers during his presentation. Please plan to attend to hear more about this provocative proposal.
Lake County Democratic Club meetings are held in the Social Hall of the Lower Lake Community United Methodist Church, 16255 Second St., Lower Lake, on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. (PLEASE NOTE NEW MEETING TIME.) Meetings are open to the public. Membership is open to all registered Democrats.
January 13 2015 Lake County Democratic Club Minutes
February 10 2015 Lake County Democratic Club Agenda
The Lake County Democratic Club is an officially chartered club of the Democratic Party of Lake County
Visit the webpage at lakecountydemocraticclub.org
Contact us at lakecodemclub@gmail.com
Weekly Address: Middle-Class Economics
January 24, 2015
In this week’s address, the President shared his plan, outlined in his State of the Union address earlier this week, to give hardworking families the support they need to make ends meet by focusing on policies that benefit the middle class and those working to reach the middle class.
Weekly Address: State of the Union Is this Tuesday
January 17, 2015
In this week’s address, the President recounted the stories of letter writers from around the country who will be joining him when he delivers his annual State of the Union Address this Tuesday.
Weekly Address: America’s Resurgence Is Real
January 10, 2015
In this week’s address, President Obama discussed the economic gains we made in 2014, which was the strongest year for job growth since the 1990s.
Keystone Pipeline Oil Spill Demands Accountability, Says Congressman Garamendi in House Floor Amendment
January 10, 2015
Keystone Pipeline Oil Spill Demands Accountability, Says Congressman Garamendi in House Floor Amendment | Congressman John Garamendi
WASHINGTON, DC – Today on the House Floor, Congressman John Garamendi (D-Fairfield, CA) offered the only amendment allowed to be considered for H.R. 3, a bill to override safety and environmental standards and automatically approve construction of the Keystone XL pipeline. Under current law, oil sands imported into the U.S. are not subject to the excise tax on crude oil that pays for the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund, which is used to cover the cost of cleanup from a spill. Garamendi’s amendment would require that TransCanada contribute to the Fund.
“If you break it, you buy it, and if you spill oil over the heartland of America, you should pay for its cleanup. In recent years, we have witnessed major pipeline breaks in Michigan, Arkansas, Montana, and North Dakota, spewing oil in these communities. Instead of getting a $24 million-a-year tax break not afforded to other pipeline companies, TransCanada should be held responsible if they put America’s environment and the health of American citizens at risk,” said Congressman Garamendi, former Deputy Secretary of the Department of the Interior.
In 2010, a pipeline ruptured in Michigan, leaking more than 800,000 gallons of crude into the Kalamazoo River. More than $60 million of the cleanup costs were drawn from the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund.
Passage of Garamendi’s amendment would not have prevented passage of the underlying legislation and would have simply ensured basic accountability. However, the Republican-led House of Representatives failed to adopt this commonsense measure.
The Congressman voted against H.R. 3, which passed the House of Representatives. The Senate is expected to pass similar legislation later this month. However, the President has indicated he would veto the bill, and Congress does not appear to have a super-majority that could override his veto.
Weekly Address: Make 2015 the Year for Quality, Affordable Health Insurance
January 03, 2015
In this week’s address, the Vice President wished Americans a Happy New Year, and asked that as we make resolutions to get healthier in 2015, we take the time to sign up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act.
Statue Of Liberty Dust Bunnie
January 1, 2015
Cartoonist Xenia Jordan
Workshop for Dem Club Leaders and Club Treasurers
The Workshop for Dem Club Leaders and Club Treasurers is scheduled for Saturday, January 24, 2015, 8:30 am – 12:00 pm, at the California Democratic Party Headquarters, 1830 9th Street, Sacramento, CA 95811.
Our expert presenters/discussion leaders will include:
- Jess Durfee, National Democratic Committee Member and Immediate Past Chair of the San Diego County Democratic Party
- Herb Engstrom, Club Treasurer and CDC Treasure
- Dr. Mike McQuary, Past President of the La Jolla Democratic Club, Past Director of Clubs for San Diego County Democratic Party, CDC President, and recently elected Trustee to the San Diego Unified School District.
Agenda for the morning sessions:
- 08:00am – Setup
- 08:30am – Registration and Social (coffee, tea, juice, snacks)
- 08:45am – Session 1: What Club Treasurers Needs to Know and Do (Keep it Simple)?
- 10:00am – Break
- 10:15am – Session 2: How to Run Good Meetings and Grow Your Dem Club (Best Practices)?
- 11:45pm – Closure and Clean Up
- 12:00pm – Conclude
RSVP and for more information, follow the link… Workshop Registration by Donation
Weekly Address: Happy Holidays from the President and First Lady
December 25, 2014
In this week’s address, the President and First Lady wished Americans a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, and thanked our brave troops for their service. Especially as our combat mission in Afghanistan comes to a responsible end in the coming days, we are reminded of all that military men, women, and families sacrifice to keep us safe.
The President and First Lady asked everyone to take some time this holiday season to visit JoiningForces.gov and find out how to give back to the men and women in uniform who have given so much for all of us.
The Lake County Democratic Club will Host District 4 Lake County Board Supervisor Anthony Farrington January 13
December 21, 2014
Supervisor District 4, Anthony Farrington will be the Lake County Democratic Club’s speaker at the next meeting on January 13, 2015.
The meeting will start at 6:00pm and the topic will be the State of Jefferson.
There will be a question and answer section for the members after the completion of Supervisor Farrington’s presentation.
Meetings are open to the public, and membership is open to all registered Democrats.
Lake County Democratic Club January 13 2015 Agenda
December 9 2014 Lake County Democratic Club Meeting Minutes
The Lake County Democratic Club meetings are on:
2nd Tuesday of each Month at 6pm at the Social Hall of the Methodist Church located at 16255 Second Street, Lower Lake CA. 95457.
Contact us at lakecodemclub@gmail.com
The Lake County Democratic Club is an officially chartered club of the Democratic Party of Lake County.
Weekly Address: America’s Resurgence Is Real
December 20, 2014
In this week’s address, the President reflected on the significant progress made by this country in 2014, and in the nearly six years since he took office.
This past year has been the strongest for job growth since the 1990s, contributing to the nearly 11 million jobs added by our businesses over a 57-month streak. America is leading the rest of the world, in containing the spread of Ebola, degrading and ultimately destroying ISIL, and addressing the threat posed by climate change. And earlier this week, the President announced the most significant changes to our policy towards Cuba in over 50 years.
America’s resurgence is real, and the President expressed his commitment to working with Congress in the coming year to make sure Americans feel the benefits.