Stonewall Democrats of Sacramento

AD5 and AD9 Candidate Forum Takes Place Monday March 8th

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:20:13 -0800

Remember our next Candidate Forum is coming up on Monday, March 8, 2010, at 6:00 p.m. Since we expect a large turnout, we will be holding the Forum in a large room at the Radisson on Leisure Lane in Sacramento with plenty of space for everyone.

The first highlighted race will be California State Assembly District 5. Candidates Larry Miles and Dr. Richard Pan will participate, and Cathy Schwamberger will be the Moderator.

The second highlighted race will be California State Assembly District 9. Candidates Roger Dickinson, Kevin McCarty, Lauren Hammond, and Chris Garland will take part, with Mitch Cabrera as the Moderator.

Shortly after the Candidate Forum, the General Membership Meeting will take place. During the General Membership Meeting, endorsement votes will take place in the races highlighted during the Candidate Forum. Balloting will not begin until the General Membership Meeting - you will not be able to cast ballots while the Candidate Forum is taking place.

Current Stonewall members who were paid members as of February 11, 2010, will be eligible to take part in the endorsement votes at next week's General Membership Meeting. If you missed that deadline, remember you still have until March 18, 2010, to become a current paid member in order to be eligible to vote for endorsements at the April General Membership Meeting.

Once again, we look forward to seeing you at our Candidate Forum on Monday, March 8, 2010, starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Radisson, followed by our General Membership Meeting. See you there!

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 22:14:09 -0800

Sacramento Stonewall Sponsors

Healing Touch Chiropractic
www.fixmyback.com

Radisson Hotel
www.radissonsac.com

Dawn Dais, Graphic Designer
www.dawndais.com

Bean Counters CPA
www.beancounterscpa.com

Sestak Lighting Design
www.sestaklightingdesign.com

Sacramento Stonewall Partners

Democratic Party Organizations

Democratic Party of Sacramento County
www.sacdems.org

California Democratic Party
www.cadem.org

Democratic National Committee
www.democrats.org

California Assembly Democratic Caucus
democrats.assembly.ca.gov

National Stonewall Democrats
www.stonewalldemocrats.org

Women Democrats of Sacramento County
www.wdsc.net

Statewide LGBT Organizations
Equality California
www.eqca.org

National LGBT Organizations

Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD)
www.glaad.org

Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network (GLSEN)
www.glsen.org

Human Rights Campaign
www.hrc.org

National Center for Lesbian Rights
www.nclrights.org

National Gay & Lesbian Task force (NGLTF)
www.thetaskforce.org

OutProud: The National Coalition for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Youth
www.outproud.org

Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG)
www.pflag.org

Service Member's Legal Defense Network
www.sldn.org

December 2009 Newsletter

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 21:29:34 -0800

Follow link below to see PDF of December 2009 Newsletter:
December 2009 Newsletter

February Candidate Forum Videos Now Online

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 16:27:23 -0800

Our February Candidate Forum is now available to view online, thanks to Kelli Meador and Laughing Sheep Productions.
The February Candidate Forum highlighted races in Sacramento City Council District 7 and Sacramento County Board of Supervisors District 1. At the General Membership Meeting following the Forum, the club voted to endorse Ryan Chin for City Council, and Phil Serna for Supervisor.
Here are the videos:
http://vimeo.com/9515544

Stonewall Candidate Forum Series: Sacramento City Council District 7 from Laughing Sheep on Vimeo.

http://vimeo.com/9515875

Stonewall Candidate Forum Series: Sacramento County Supervisor District 1 from Laughing Sheep on Vimeo.

"Strong Mayor Initiative" Forum Now Available Online

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 22:54:49 -0800

The successful kickoff to the 2010 Forum Series is now available to view online at the following web link or in the video embedded below.

http://vimeo.com/8774101.

We had 120 people in attendance at the Radisson Hotel last week for the "Strong Mayor Initiative" Forum, which was covered by local news outlets including KCRA 3, FOX 40, and the Sacramento Bee.

Here's a link to the Bee's coverage:
http://www.sacbee.com/topstories/story/2455120.html

Strong Mayor Initiative - 2010 Forum Series from Laughing Sheep on Vimeo.

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:55:53 -0800

Sign the Petition! Stop Andrew Pugno!

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:27:05 -0800

Stop Proposition 8 author Andrew Pugno in his bid for California State Assembly!

Click Here to Sign the Petition

Andrew Pugno was the principal drafter, spokesperson, and instigator in the drive to strip equal marriage rights from gay and lesbian Californians. His success came when his long-time efforts concluded in the passage of Proposition 8.

Now he is the Republican front-runner for Assembly District 5. If elected, who knows how much damage he could do to LGBT people and their families across the entire state!

Sign the Petition to Keep "Mr. Proposition 8" from being elected!

Press Release: Sacramento Stonewall Democrats Early-Endorses Mary Hernandez for Sacramento City Unified School District Board of Education, Area 2

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:22:59 -0800

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 11, 2009
CONTACT: Christopher Moore, Club President
530.713.0914 | president@sacstonewall.org

SACRAMENTO - The Stonewall Democratic Club of Greater Sacramento voted to early-endorse Mary Hernandez for Sacramento City Unified School District Board of Education, Area 2 at its General Membership Meeting Monday November 9, 2009.

"We feel so fortunate, as a club, to have this opportunity to back such an outstanding candidate," said Club President Christopher Moore. "We are extremely confident that her campaign will be a success and we are dedicated to working vigorously to ensure she is elected."

"Hernandez's campaign speaks to the very core of the mission of Sacramento Stonewall" said Mike Mendez, Chair of the Political Action Committee. "Her election to office as an openly gay woman will provide a shining example that highly qualified LGBT individuals can proudly serve the public. Furthermore, Mary's history as a tireless advocate makes us confident that she will be an extremely effective Board Member."

Following the vote to endorse Mary Hernandez, the club also voted to make a $10,000 contribution to her campaign. Sacramento City Unified School District Board of Education, Area 2 covers the communities of Midtown, East Sacramento, River Park, College Greens, and Tahoe Park.

The Stonewall Democratic Club of Greater Sacramento is one of the largest Democratic clubs in the region and is one of the largest LGBT Democratic clubs in the United States. Sacramento Stonewall works toward Democratic values for all.

From Left to Right: Mike Mendez, Mary Hernandez, and Chris Moore

Press Release: Sacramento Stonewall Extremely Disappointed by Maine's Passage of Question 1

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:46:29 -0800

October 29, 2009

Sacramento Stonewall Extremely Disappointed by Maine's Passage of Question 1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 29, 2009
CONTACT: Christopher Moore, Club President
530.713.0914 | president@sacstonewall.org

SACRAMENTO - Sacramento Stonewall is extremely disappointed in the decision by Maine voters to repeal that state's law that would have extended equal marriage rights to same-sex couples.

"It continues to disturb me that our systems of governance in individual states and our nation as a whole can allow a bare majority of voters being driven by a well-funded campaign of lies and deception to arbitrarily strip a historically-marginalized portion of our citizenry of their rights," said Sacramento Stonewall President Christopher Moore.

"Pro-equality Californians feel the same pain Mainers feel today, and perhaps the worst part about the whole thing is that the same nationwide homophobic forces were behind both ballot initiative crusades. These groups are like a plague invading states one by one, spreading their awful rhetoric and enshrining homophobia into the law" said Moore.

Nearly 48 percent of Maine voters cast their vote in favor of marriage equality. Their commitment to equality is a testament to the hard work done by thousands of volunteers from states across the nation. While opponents of equality will claim victory in Maine, a Domestic Partnership law in Washington state is on its way to victory after approval by voters there. In addition, the citizens of Kalamazoo, Michigan, voted to uphold a local ordinance that banned discrimination based on sexual orientation and throughout the country openly-gay candidates are celebrating successful runs for office.

"We have come so far, so fast," commented Moore, "The mere thought that ten years ago nearly 50 percent of voters in a state would cast a ballot in favor of equal marriage rights for same-sex couples was almost unthinkable. Now we are so close. We must remember that this is yet another opportunity for those of us who fight for equality to redouble our efforts and work harder than ever until our goal of full equality for all is a reality."

The Stonewall Democratic Club of Greater Sacramento is one of the largest Democratic clubs in the region and is one of the largest LGBT Democratic clubs in the United States. Sacramento Stonewall works toward Democratic values for all.

Camp Courage Sacramento

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:47:59 -0800

Sacramento Stonewall encourages you to attend Camp Courage!

For more information visit:

http://www.couragecampaign.org/campsacramento

Press Release: Sacramento Stonewall Applauds President Obama and Congress for Passing Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Bill

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:23:54 -0800

October 29, 2009

Sacramento Stonewall Applauds President Obama and Congress for Passing Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Bill

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 29, 2009
CONTACT: Christopher Moore, Club President
530.713.0914 | president@sacstonewall.org

SACRAMENTO-- President of the Stonewall Democratic Club of Sacramento, Christopher Moore, issued the following statement today regarding President Obama's signing of the Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Bill which extends federal hate crimes protections to include sexual orientation:

"We applaud President Barack Obama and Congress for taking this historic step toward full equality for LGBT Americans. This policy not only provides justice to LGBT victims of hate crimes, it honors Matthew Shepard, whose horrifying murder awakened Americans to the violent and terrible atmosphere in which many LGBT Americans live."

"While this legislation marks a time to celebrate progress toward LGBT equality, it also marks a time to reflect on our own community. The Sacramento LGBT community has profoundly felt the effects of hate-motivated crimes against LGBT people, which have seemingly been on the rise the past few years. The 2007 murder of Satendar Singh, who was killed by individuals taunting him with homophobic remarks, stunned our community. Further, the unresolved mystery of the death of a transgender woman, Ruby Molina, who was found dead in the American River, continues to leave our community wondering how safe our neighborhoods are for LGBT people."

"This legislation will hopefully act as a deterrent and send a message that crimes committed toward individuals because of their sexual orientation represent acts so offensive to our society that they deserve greater punishment. It is Stonewall's hope that through continued activism and the examples of courageous LGBT leaders and allies that the underlying hatred behind these crimes will become a thing of the past."

The Stonewall Democratic Club of Greater Sacramento is one of the largest Democratic clubs in the region and is one of the largest LGBT Democratic clubs in the United States. Sacramento Stonewall works toward Democratic values for all.

Press Release: Sacramento Stonewall Endorses Anthony Woods for Congress, District 10

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 22:10:58 -0800

SACRAMENTO - Sacramento Stonewall voted to endorse Anthony Woods for Congressional District 10 at its General Membership Meeting on Monday, August 10, 2009.

"We are excited to have this opportunity to back such an outstanding candidate," said Christopher Moore, President of the Club. "Mr. Woods' commitment to serve his country is evident in his understanding of issues facing Americans and in his impressive history of military and community service. The fact that Mr. Woods is openly gay is icing on the cake for Stonewall."

Mike Mendez, Political Action Committee Chair for the Club commented:

"Woods' election to Congress will serve as an example to LGBT youth that openly-LGBT people can follow their dreams in a very public and proud way. His service in Congress would be unique in that he would be the only Member directly affected by the military's discriminatory 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy."

Anthony Woods is one of four Democrats running in the September 1st special primary election to fill the CA 10th Congressional seat. The seat was recently vacated when former Rep. Ellen Tauscher was appointed Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security by the Obama Administration. The district includes portions of Alameda, Contra Costa, Sacramento and Solano Counties.

Left to Right: Mike Mendez, Alan LoFaso, Anthony Woods, and Chris Moore

Join

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 09:50:19 -0800

JOIN SACRAMENTO STONEWALL!

Thank you for you interest in joining Sacramento Stonewall!! Every Sacramento Stonewall Member is automatically a member of the National Stonewall Democrats and enjoy benefits locally including: great monthly speakers, regular newsletters, rights to vote on club decisions such as endorsements, and endless opportunities to get involved with your community.

We also have higher levels of sponsorship that entitle you to free advertising in our newsletter, on our website, and at our events, depending on your membership level. Memberships start at just $15.00 per year for students; see below for the membership levels breakdown.

CLICK HERE TO JOIN!

Student
$15.00

Bronze
Standard Membership
$35.00

Silver
Standard Membership Plus:
Business Card Size Ad in our Quarterly Newsletters
Listing on our Four Freedoms Fundraiser Dinner Poster
$100.00

Gold
Standard Membership Plus:
Quarter-Page Ad in our Quarterly Newsletters
Link on Our Website
Listing in our Four Freedoms Program and Poster
$250.00

Platinum
Standard Membership Plus:
Half-Page Ad in our Quarterly Newsletters
Link on our Website
Listing in Four Freedoms Program and Poster
Choice of Seating at Stonewall Events
$500.00

Titanium
Standard Membership Plus:
Full-Page Ad in our Quarterly Newsletters
Button on Front Page of Website
Listing in our Four Freedoms Poster and Program
A One-Time Mailing to our Membership*
Choice of Seating at Stonewall Events
Option to Host a Stonewall Event in your Home or Business
$1,000.00

Diamond
Titanium Membership plus:
Table at Four Freedoms Dinner
$2,500.00

*Member provides document and postage, we mail it to members.

Early Endorsements

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 09:31:09 -0800

The following candidates have been early endorsed by the Sacramento Stonewall Membership. This early endorsement is a tribute to their unwavering dedication to Sacramento's LGBT and Democratic communities. Conratulations and good luck!

Ryan Chin
Candidate for Sacramento City Council, District 7
www.ryan-chin.com

Phil Serna
Candidate for Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, District 1
www.sernaforsupervisor.com

Mary Hernandez
Candidate for Sacramento City Unified School District Board of Education Area 2
www.maryhernandez.org

Chris Parker
Candidate for Board of Equalization, District 2
Visit www.parkerforboe.com or connect with him
on his Facebook page for more information.

Assemblymember Dave Jones
Candidate for California State Insurance Commissioner
www.davejones2010.com

Toni Atkins
Candidate for Assembly District 76
Visit www.atkinsforassembly.com

Rich Gordon
Candidate for Assembly District 21
www.richgordon2010.com

Senator Barbara Boxer
Candidate for Reelection to U.S. Senate
www.barbaraboxer.com

Assemblymember Joan Buchanan
Candidate for Reelection to Assembly District 15
www.joanbuchanan.com

Senate President pro Tempore Darrell Steinberg
Candidate for Reelection to California State Senate District 06

2009 Annual Four Freedoms Dinner

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 17:51:32 -0800

Congratulations to our Four Freedom Award Recipients! Scroll down for photos of our award winners and photos from the event.

Jerry Brown Receiving the President's Award

Mike Whiteside receiving the Freedom from Want Award

Rev. Dr. Brian Baker receiving the Freedom of Worship Award

Tina Reynolds receiving the Freedom from Fear Award

Councilmember Ray Tretheway receiving the Freedom of Speech Award

Thanks to everyone who made this year's dinner a big success!

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