Greetings from Kate
Dear Democrats, 

We live in discouraging times. It’s easy to feel powerless. 

Next week I have the privilege of serving as a mentor to the High School Democrats of America Summit, their annual gathering of young people who are looking to be leaders in organizing High School Democrats. As my young friends and fellow mentors prepare for Summit, controversy arose over a summer reading list for high school students. Students in an AP class were assigned to choose from a list of books, mostly by highly conservative folks like Glenn Beck and Anne Coulter: http://bit.ly/2rXmLM0 . One of the High School Dems was enrolled in the class and helped bring media attention to the issue, resulting in the retraction of the assignment. I was shocked to read the young woman’s subsequent post about what it is like to be a progressive Democrat in a deeply conservative area of the country. 

Yet her voice made a difference. 

A few hours ago, I was at a Democratic event and a man approached me. He said to me, “I am here tonight because of you.” He reminded me that we had met on election day in Londonderry, NH and that he had told me he wanted to get active and I had directed him to his DTC. He had been helping out ever since. He had connected to NH, through my DSC friend and colleague, Martina Jackson. 

Our voices made a difference. 

As I write this I am once again simultaneously discouraged and energized. I needed some words of inspiration for myself and I thought of President Obama’s story and words. 

“One voice can change a room, and if one voice can change a room, then it can change a city, and if it can change a city, it can change a state, and if it change a state, it can change a nation, and if it can change a nation, it can change the world. Your voice can change the world.” 

While it’s insanely disheartening to see his work being undone, he did change the nation and the world. 

I watched this video: http://bit.ly/1jAxuBw 

And now I am fired up and ready to go! Onward to Resistance Summer. 

Democratically yours, 

Kate Donaghue 
(KateDOnaghue@aol.com) 

PS Events and schedules change rapidly. Matt and I work hard to get the most up to date information, but sometimes we don’t receive notices of changes. Weather can cause cancellations and postponements as well. If in doubt, check with the organizers. 
NOTE: We are hearing that people are having trouble sending events to the DDemdDispatch-owner@yahoogroups.com address. Please continue to use that address, but please cc me at KateDonaghue@aol.com 

Ideas for Committees: Resistance Summer – Actions
Educate yourself about the GOP Health Care bill. 
– call your Senators and tell them that you oppose the bill. 
– ask friends and relatives in other states to contact their Senators, especially those represented by Republicans. 
– share information about the GOP health care bill. 

Voting Rights Action: 
– Attend Wednesday’s Lobby Day at the State House. 
– Details and RSVP here: IMPORTANT:http://bit.ly/2sWoeBO 

Massachusetts Senate Committee on Global Warming and Climate Change Clean Energy Future Hearings
LAST SCHEDULED MEETING 
Senate Chairman Marc Pacheco has described these hearings as part of a state-wide listening tour to receive input from Massachusetts residents about the future of clean energy in the Commonwealth. 6/26 6pm Winthrop: Robert DeLeo Center, 35 Harvard St. 
For more information contact the Senate Committee on Global Warming and Climate Change, 617-722-1551 or visit https://malegislature.gov/CleanEnergyFuture/ 

Jimmy Tingle: Humor – Canvassing Video – Fundraisers for Dem Town Committees
Got some great shows coming in June and July. This summer awe continue to raise spirits, funds and awareness for the general public, nonprofits and a friend in need. The shows will offer my satirical yet hopeful take on the people and issues facing the nation and the world in the age of President Trump. All political persuasions welcome! The Nation may be divided but “Humor for for Humanity” is United!!! Thanks Everyone for your continued support. JT2@ 6/23 8pm; 6/24 8pm, 6/25 7pm: Sage Inn Provincetown: Humor for Humanity Jimmy Tingle in the age of Trump. http://bit.ly/2rXxJRB 
6/29 7:30 pm: Regent Theater, Arlington: A Benefit for Comedian Jimmy Smith http://bit.ly/2rXmLM0 
Jimmy Tingle is professional comedian who is passionate about the Democratic Party, our issues and candidates. In case you haven’t seen it, here a link to his canvassing video: 
VIDEO: http://bit.ly/2rHIHsK 
Jimmy Tingle is a comedian and commentator and available for private parties and democratic fundraisers. Clean, Funny and On Message. 617-441-0522 http://jimmytingle.com 

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Summary of events (highlighted items are new or updated):

Fri 06/23    *House Party with Jay Gonzalez in Arlington*
Governor’s Councillor Eileen Duff Red, White and Blue Party
Chicopee Democratic City Committee Picnic
*Lowell Town Hall with Elizabeth Warren*
*Summer BBQ in Amherst in Support of Congressman Jim McGovern*
Reception Honoring State Rep. Sarah Peake
*House Party with Jay Gonzalez in Medway POSTPONED*
Sat 06/24    *Town Hall Q&A with Congressman Seth Moulton*
*Malden Democratic City Committee Monthly Meeting*
*Paul Heroux for Mayor of Attleboro Campaign Kick-Off Cookout*
*East Longmeadow Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
*House Party with Jay Gonzalez in Westborough*
Adriane Musgrave Campaign Kickoff for Cambridge City Council
Sun 06/25    *Breakfast with Congressman Keating in Wareham*
Whitman Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Inaugural Massachusetts Indivisible Conference
*Kickoff celebration for Nicole Castillo for Newton City Council Ward 1 at-large*
Groton Town Committee Meeting
Mon 06/26    Campaign Kickoff and Fundraiser for Haverhill Mayor Fiorentini
*Princeton Democratic Town Committee Quarterly Meeting*
Sterling Democratic Town Meeting
Marblehead DTC Monthly Meeting
*Maynard Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting*
*House Party with Jay Gonzalez in Newton (Waban)*
Tue 06/27    *State Rep. Jim Cantwell’s Summer Social at the Mill Wharf*
State Rep Jerry Parisella Fundraiser
*Kate Clinton Event Honoring Attorney General Maura Healey*
Alex Bezanson for State Rep Meet & Greet
*Reception for Sen. Barbara L’Italien*
*Joanne Zygmunt for Brockton Ward 6 City Councilor Campaign Social*
Meet and Greet with Setti Warren in Braintree
*House Party with Jay Gonzalez in Allston*
Fundraiser in Newton with Barney Frank: Maine 2 – Make it Blue Again
Boston Ward 17 Democratic Committee
*Salem Democratic City Committee Monthly Meeting*
*House Party for Manisha Bewtra for Melrose Alderman-At-Large*
Wed 06/28    *Lobby Day for Automatic Voter Registration*
Cheryl Tully Stoll for Framingham City Council At Large Kick-off Party
Khrystian King for Worcester City Council At Large Campaign Kickoff
*Summer Fundraiser for State Rep Dan Hunt*
*Reception to Support Lydia Edwards for Boston City Council (Dist. 1)*
Ashburnham Democratic Committee Monthly Business Meeting
Boston District 7 City Council Candidate Forum
*State Rep Mike Connolly’s Summer Event*
Natick Democratic Town Committee Meeting
*Andover DTC Meeting*
Thu 06/29    *Reception and Fundraiser for Christine Long for Framingham Councilor-at-Large*
Sheriff Peter Koutoujian Annual Summer Kick-Off
Nicole LaChapelle for Easthampton Mayor Kickoff Fundraiser
*Samuel Gebru for Cambridge City Council Volunteer Social*
*Jim Blatchford’s Kick-Off for Lawrence City Council At Large*
*Chelmsford DTC Meeting*
*Moving MA Towards a Low-Carbon Economy with Rep. Benson*
*Newton Ward 3 Democratic Committee Monthly Meeting*
Franklin DemocraticTown Committee 4th of July Booth
Sat 07/01    *Pelham Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting*
*Holden Democratic Town Committee*
Mon 07/03    *Medway Dems 4th of July Barbecue*
Wed 07/05    Barnstable DTC Monthly Meeting
*Easton Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting*
Thu 07/06    *Tewksbury Dems Summer Meetup*
Sat 07/08    Grafton Dems Coffee Hour
Yarmouth Democratic Town Committee Annual Barbecue
Sun 07/09    Lynn Democratic City Committee Cookout and Food Drive
Mon 07/10    *Boston Ward 19 Democratic Committee Monthly Meeting*
Tue 07/11    *Grafton Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
*Hudson Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
*Medway Dems Meeting*
*Wrentham Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
Wed 07/12    *Summer Celebration for Jason Lewis with AG Maura Healey*
Thu 07/13    Arlington Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Fri 07/14    Bridgewater Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Sat 07/15    Middleboro Democratic Town Committee Annual Summer Picnic
Wayland Dems Summer Picnic
Sun 07/16    *Picnic with the Millis Democratic Town Committee*
Mayor Ted Bettencourt Campaign Get Together
Mon 07/17    *Franklin Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting*
Tue 07/18    *Cape & Islands Democratic Council (CIDC) Meeting with Dan Wolf*
Wed 07/19    *Sudbury Democrats Meeting with Speaker from the Environmental Voter Project*
*Melrose Democratic City Committee Meeting*
Thu 07/20    *House Party for Manisha Bewtra for Melrose Alderman-At-Large*
*Kingston Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting*
Fri 07/21    Duxbury Democratic Town Committee Meeting With Special Guests
Sun 07/23    *13th Annual Carlisle Democratic Picnic/Third Middlesex Democratic Picnic*
*Acton Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
Tue 07/25    Boston Ward 17 Democratic Committee Meeting
Wed 07/26    *LGBTQ For Figueroa for Lynn Councilor at-Large*
*Natick Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
Sat 07/29    *Holyoke Democratic City Committee Annual BBQ*
Sun 07/30    *Hopkinton, Holliston, Ashland Dems Summer Social*
Mon 07/31    Somerville at Democratic City Committee Meeting with Setti Warren
*Plymouth Democratic Town Committee July Meeting*
Wed 08/09    Natick Democratic Town Committee Annual Summer Cookout
Thu 08/10    Waltham Democratic City Committee Annual BBQ & Picnic
Merrimack Valley Young Dems Meeting
Sun 08/13    Mayor Ted Bettencourt “Mayor’s Picnic”
*Greater Blackstone Valley Democrats Summer Cookout Fundraiser*
Sat 08/19    Carver Democratic Town Committee Craft Fair
Thu 08/24    Malden Democrats Annual Summer BBQ
Sat 08/26    Beverly Democratic City Committee Cookout
Mon 08/28    Marblehead Democratic Town Committee Annual Picnic
Mon 09/04    Harwich Democratic Town Committee Picnic
Sat 09/09    DSC Meeting/Town and Ward Chairs Meeting
Sun 09/10    Eastern Pioneer Valley Regional Dems Fall Picnic
Sat 09/23    Spaghetti with Teddy
Sun 09/24    *Tewksbury DTC Unity Breakfast*
Sat 10/07    Methuen Annual Breakfast & Straw Poll
Sun 10/22    Greater Lowell Area Democrats Annual Brunch
Sun 10/29    Lynn Democratic City Annual Unity Breakfast
Tue 11/14    DSC Meeting
You Have to Laugh Occasionally – Edited by Matt Shear
Political Shakespeare by Donald J. Drumpf: 
“Fox & Friends, Russians, and the easily duped, Lend me your ears! I come not to sanction Putin, but to praise him.” 
“What’s in a name? That which we call a #covfefe / By any other name would spoil a tweet.” 
“Alas, poor Yorick / He had a pre-existing condition.” 

Event details:

*06/23/2017 House Party with Jay Gonzalez in Arlington*
Friday, June 23, 3 – 4 PM
438 Massachusetts Ave Apt 116, Arlington
Host: Adele Kraus. 
All are welcome. Contact brooks@jay4ma.com . 

06/23/2017 Governor’s Councillor Eileen Duff Red, White and Blue Party
Friday, June 23, 5 – 9 PM
Ancient Order of Hibernians, 58 Lowell St., Peabody, MA 01960
Old fashion BBQ with Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Baked Bean, Salads & Desserts. $20 per person $30 per family. Cash Bar. There will be activities for kids, so bring the family. Donate at http://www.voteduff.com/ 

06/23/2017 Chicopee Democratic City Committee Picnic
Friday, June 23, 5 – 7 PM
Moose Family Center, 244 Fuller Rd., Chicopee, MA 01020
Please join the Chicopee Democratic City Committee for our annual picnic at the Family Moose Lodge. $15 per person, free for children 12 & under. This event is always a great time and not to be missed! Music, hotdogs, hamburgers, drinks, cash bar. Pamphlet tables available for candidates (no political signs). Please pay at the door. See https://www.facebook.com/events/1384010665021125/

*06/23/2017 Lowell Town Hall with Elizabeth Warren*
Friday, June 23, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
UTEC, 35 Warren St., Lowell
Senator Warren will speak and answer questions about what’s happening in the Senate and how she’s fighting for Massachusetts families. This is also a chance to talk with our staff about any of your questions or concerns. Free admission. See http://bit.ly/2sNgpOs for more information. 

*06/23/2017 Summer BBQ in Amherst in Support of Congressman Jim McGovern *
Friday, June 23, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
The Harp Irish Pub, 163 Sunderland Rd., Amherst, MA 01002
Suggested contribution: $25 Guest/$50 Friend/$100 Sponsor/$250 Host. Donate online at http://www.jimmcgovern.com/theharp2017 or make checks payable to: Re-Elect McGovernCommittee, PO Box 60405, Worcester, MA 01606. 

06/23/2017 Reception Honoring State Rep. Sarah Peake
Friday, June 23, 6 – 7:30 PM
Truro Vineyards 11 Shore Rd., N. Truro, MA
Suggested Contribution: $1000, $500, $200, $125, $50. Donate Online at http://www.sarahpeake.org/donate o or make checks payable to: Committee to Elect Sarah Peake. For more info see: 
http://cidc-strongertogether.nationbuilder.com/peake 

*06/23/2017 House Party with Jay Gonzalez in Medway POSTPONED *
Friday, June 23, 6:30 PM
Private Home in Medway
POSTPONED 

*06/24/2017 Town Hall Q&A with Congressman Seth Moulton*
Saturday, June 24, 9:30 – 10:30 AM
Cabot Theater, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly
Congressman Moulton is looking forward to hearing from you about the issues that are on your mind and answering any questions you have. RSVP on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/364240540644869/ and if you cannot attend, please tune in to the live stream at https://www.facebook.com/RepMoulton or reach out to the Congressman’s District Office at 978-531-1669 if you have any questions. 

*06/24/2017 Malden Democratic City Committee Monthly Meeting*
Saturday, June 24, 10 AM
Irish American Club, 177 West Street, Malden (free parking, wheelchair accessible)
Featured speaker: All current or prospective Democrats are welcome to attend. For more information, contact MDCC Chair Greg Lucey, greglucey@comcast.net. 

*06/24/2017 Paul Heroux for Mayor of Attleboro Campaign Kick-Off Cookout*
Saturday, June 24, 1 – 4 PM
444 Newport Ave., Attleboro
Rain or shine. State Rep. Paul Heroux cordially invites you to his home for a campaign kick-off cookout, volunteer recruitment, and fundraiser.This event will be under a tent. Come rain or shine. Paul will be speaking at 2:30. 

*06/24/2017 East Longmeadow Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
Saturday, June 24, 1 PM
COA, East Longmeadow
For more details, see: 
Details see: http://bit.ly/2sQRtGl 

*06/24/2017 House Party with Jay Gonzalez in Westborough*
Saturday, June 24, 4 – 5:30 PM
16 Nash St, Westborough, MA 01581
All are welcome. Contact brooks@jay4ma.com 

06/24/2017 Adriane Musgrave Campaign Kickoff for Cambridge City Council 
Saturday, June 24, 6 – 8 PM
Christopher’s in Porter Square, 1920 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02140
Adriane is expected to bring renewed energy and a fresh perspective to the Cambridge City Council, where she will focus on policies that increase access to opportunity, support families, and maintain the delivery of high quality city services. Please RSVP to hi@voteadriane.com and send donations to https://secure.actblue.com/donate/adriane-musgrave or for more info visit http://www.voteadriane.com/ 

*06/25/2017 Breakfast with Congressman Keating in Wareham*
Sunday, June 25, 9 AM
Dudley L. Brown Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, 4 Gibbs Ball Park Road, Wareham
The menu includes: scrambled eggs, bacon, pancakes, pastries, muffins, coffee, tea and juice. Tickets cost $20. Reserve tickets by calling Jane Donahue at 508 295-1544. 
Check out http://bit.ly/2t0hhj2 for more information. 

06/25/2017 Whitman Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Sunday, June 25, 9:30 – 11 AM
Whitman Police Department Community Room

06/25/2017 Inaugural Massachusetts Indivisible Conference
Sunday, June 25, 12:30 – 5 PM
Minuteman Regional Vocational Technical High School, 758 Marrett Rd., Lexington, MA 02421
20 local Indivisible groups are hosting a day of inspiration, education and action. Speakers include Congresswoman Annie Kuster from NH, State Senator Jamie Eldridge, and others. There will be breakout sessions so guests from all over Massachusetts working on specific issue campaigns can collaborate and communicate. Each breakout session will be led by an expert on that issue paired with a partner from a local group. The day will end with a panel on how our groups in Massachusetts can keep up the momentum for the long haul and work together statewide to make lasting change. RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/indivisible-conference-how-to-turn-this-moment-into-a-movement-tickets-34987534658 

*06/25/2017 Kickoff celebration for Nicole Castillo for Newton City Council Ward 1 at-large*
Sunday, June 25, 1 – 3 PM
Social Restaurant & Bar, 320 Washington St., Newton, MA 02458
Suggested donation: $25. RSVP by ordering your tickets at this link: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/castillokickoff and please email castilloforward1@gmail.com with any questions. Learn more about Nicole at http://www.castilloforward1.com/ 

06/25/2017 Groton Town Committee Meeting
Sunday, June 25, 4 – 5 PM
Legion Hall, Hollis St., Groton
Regular Meeting of town committee. For more info contact Jennifer Meith at GrotonDTC@gmail.com. 

06/26/2017 Campaign Kickoff and Fundraiser for Haverhill Mayor Fiorentini
Monday, June 26, 5:30 – 8 PM
Tap Restaurant, 100 Washington St., Haverhill, MA on the Deck
Special guests $50/Sponsors $150/Gold sponsors $250. Donate online at https://www.paypal.com/webapps/hermes?token=6BX219669D7551525&useraction=commit&mfid=1497405178764_dbecd30d46e7a or mail checks to: Citizens for Fiorentini, 36 Macon Ave., Haverhill MA 01830. 

*06/26/2017 Princeton Democratic Town Committee Quarterly Meeting*
Monday, June 26, 6 PM
Town Hall Annex, Princeton
Hear from the elected delegates who took part in the Mass. Democratic Convention and approve committee bylaws. For more information, contact PrincetonMADTC@gmail.com. 

06/26/2017 Sterling Democratic Town Meeting
Monday, June 26, 6:30 PM
Sterling Town Hall, 1 Park Street
Room 205 

06/26/2017 Marblehead DTC Monthly Meeting
Monday, June 26, 7 PM
Marblehead Community Center

*06/26/2017 Maynard Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting*
Monday, June 26, 7 PM
River Rock Grill, 163 Main St, Maynard
Agenda to be determined. 
Mark your calendars. See http://bit.ly/2t0eSVK for more information. 

*06/26/2017 House Party with Jay Gonzalez in Newton (Waban)*
Monday, June 26, 7:30 – 8:30 PM
225 Waban Ave, Waban, MA 02468, USA
Host: Monique Byrne 
All are welcome. Contact brooks@jay4ma.com 

*06/27/2017 State Rep. Jim Cantwell’s Summer Social at the Mill Wharf*
Tuesday, June 27, 5 – 8 PM
the Mill Wharf, 23 Mill Wharf Plaza, Scituate, MA 02066
Light hors d’oeuvres & pizza, great company and a cash bar. Suggested donation is $30 / $50 / $100. Donate online at http://www.jimcantwell.com or by mail to: The Jim Cantwell Committee c/o Maureen Meech, Treasurer, 269 Webster Street, Marshfield, MA. 02050. 
See event details at https://www.facebook.com/events/476989665969314/ 

06/27/2017 State Rep Jerry Parisella Fundraiser
Tuesday, June 27, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
E.J. Cabots, 282 Cabot St., Beverly, MA 01915
Suggested donation: $50/$100/$250. Checks payable to “Parisella Committee” P.O Box 3344, Beverly, MA 01915. 

*06/27/2017 Kate Clinton Event Honoring Attorney General Maura Healey*
Tuesday, June 27, 6 – 7:30 PM
Troy Boston, 55 Traveler St., Boston, MA 02118
Political humorist Kate Clinton is headlining an event in honor of Maura Healey. Space is limited. Tickets: $50 (limited)/$100 Guest/$250 Friend/$500 Supporter/$1,000 Host (Includes photo with Kate & Maura!). Purchase online at https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/june27kateclinton 

06/27/2017 Alex Bezanson for State Rep Meet & Greet
Tuesday, June 27, 6 – 8 PM
Old Colony Brewing, 605 Bedford St., Whitman, MA 02382
Please join State Representative candidate Alex Bezanson for a Meet & Greet at Old Colony Brewing in Whitman. Pizza and snacks will be provided and a cash bar featuring the amazing craft beers from Old Colony will be available. Suggested donation is $20/person. Checks can be made payable to CTE Alex Bezanson or online donation can be made at https://secure.piryx.com/donate/oHbdN7Yh/Committee-To-Elect-Alex-Bezanson/ 

*06/27/2017 Reception for Sen. Barbara L’Italien*
Tuesday, June 27, 6 – 8 PM
Chateau Restaurant, 131 River Road, Andover
Suggested donations: $35-$1000. Donate on line at http://teambarbara.com/contribute/ and RSVP: 978-409-1818. 

*06/27/2017 Joanne Zygmunt for Brockton Ward 6 City Councilor Campaign Social*
Tuesday, June 27, 6 – 8:30 PM
Tinrays Family Restaurant, 9 Winter Street, Brockton, MA 02302
Free pizza; cash bar. Donations will be gratefully accepted. If you’d like to contribute in advance, please visit https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/joanneforbrockton and find out more about Joanne at http://www.joanneforbrockton.com/ or email joanneforbrockton@gmail.com. 

06/27/2017 Meet and Greet with Setti Warren in Braintree
Tuesday, June 27, 6:30 – 7:45 PM
Thayer Public Library Upper Level Program Rm., 798 Washington St., Braintree, MA 02184
Join Braintree Dems to meet Democratic candidate for governor Setti Warren. Ask Mayor Warren about issues that are important to your community, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and the nation. For updates see https://www.facebook.com/events/115167159040537/ 

*06/27/2017 House Party with Jay Gonzalez in Allston*
Tuesday, June 27, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
28 Mansfield St, Allston, MA 02134
Host: Harry Mattison 
All are welcome, including children. Contact brooks@jay4ma.com 

06/27/2017 Fundraiser in Newton with Barney Frank: Maine 2 – Make it Blue Again
Tuesday, June 27, 7 – 9 PM
Home of Shawn Fitzgibbons, 300 Homer Street, Newton
Please save the date: Join former Congressman (and now part-time Maine resident) Barney Frank and Maine Democratic Party Chairman Phil Bartlet for a reception to support efforts to return control of the Maine 2nd and the Maine state government to the Democratic Party. Visit https://goo.gl/qXvhRT or http://newtondems.org/calendar/2017/6/27/fundraiser-with-barney-frank-maine-2-make-it-blue-again for RSVP and for more information email shawn@newtondems.org. 

06/27/2017 Boston Ward 17 Democratic Committee
Tuesday, June 27, 7 – 9 PM
Sheet Metal Workers Hall, 1187 Adams St., Dorchester,
Parking available rear of building. 
Committee chair/contact: Joyce Linehan, joyce@ashmontmedia.com 

*06/27/2017 Salem Democratic City Committee Monthly Meeting*
Tuesday, June 27, 7 – 8:30 PM
135 Lafayette St., Salem

*06/27/2017 House Party for Manisha Bewtra for Melrose Alderman-At-Large *
Tuesday, June 27, 7:30 PM
Location on RSVP
Email committee@manishaformelrose.com for details. 

*06/28/2017 Lobby Day for Automatic Voter Registration*
Wednesday, June 28, 9:30 AM – Noon 
State House, Boston
9:30 Registration 
10:00 Speakers and Training 
11:00 Lobbying meetings with Legislators (pre-arranged by Coalition) 
Learn more and RSVP with the organizers here. http://bit.ly/2sWoeBO 

06/28/2017 Cheryl Tully Stoll for Framingham City Council At Large Kick-off Party
Wednesday, June 28, 5:30 – 8 PM
La Cantina Italiana, 911 Waverley Street (Rte. 135), Framingham
Suggested donation: $25, $75, $100, $200, $250. Donations can be made online at https://www.tullystoll.com 

06/28/2017 Khrystian King for Worcester City Council At Large Campaign Kickoff
Wednesday, June 28, 5:30 – 8:30 PM
Worcester Fitness, 440 Grove St., Worcester, MA 01605
Join Christian as he kicks off his re-election campaign. Suggested donation: $25/$50/$100. Donate on line at http://www.king4worcester.org 

*06/28/2017 Summer Fundraiser for State Rep Dan Hunt*
Wednesday, June 28, 6 – 8 PM
Blarney Stone, 1505 Dorchester Ave., Dorchester 02122
Please join local elected officials and community leaders for Rep Hunt’s third annual kick off to summer party at the Blarney Stone. There will be music, appetizers, friends and cheer. Seniors are always invited with the complements of the committee. Suggested contributions of $25, $50, $100, $250, $500 and up to $1000 can be made out to the Committee to Elect Dan Hunt or online https://secure.actblue.com/donate/danhuntforrep 

*06/28/2017 Reception to Support Lydia Edwards for Boston City Council (Dist. 1)*
Wednesday, June 28, 6 – 8 PM
10 Winter Place, Boston 02108 (The Law Offices of Nicole M. Bluefort)
RSVP/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/leverettwing17 
Lydia Edwards is an attorney who has worked tirelessly (and passed legislation!) to help women workers, Lydia has been serving as the Deputy Director of Housing Stability for the City of Boston. 

06/28/2017 Ashburnham Democratic Committee Monthly Business Meeting
Wednesday, June 28, 6:30 – 7:45 PM
Stevens Memorial Library Central Library 20 Memorial Dr, Ashburnham, Massachusetts 01430
Monthly Business Meeting open to Democrats and like-minded individuals. 

06/28/2017 Boston District 7 City Council Candidate Forum
Wednesday, June 28, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
United South End Settlements, 566 Columbus Ave., Boston, MA 02118
On Tuesday, September 26, and Tuesday, November 7, the future of Boston will be in your hands. Know your choices! District 7 is one of three open and contested City Council races this year. All 13 verified candidates have been invited to attend. Hosted by the Boston NAACP, the Boston Wards 4, 8, and 9 Democratic Committees, Claremont Neighborhood Association, Fenway CDC, Rutland Square Association, and the South End Business Alliance. Moderator: Yawu Miller of the Bay State Banner 

*06/28/2017 State Rep Mike Connolly’s Summer Event*
Wednesday, June 28, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Somerville Brewing – Slumbrew, 15 Ward St., Somerville, MA 02143
Join the Committee to Elect Mike Connolly for a talk about some of the highlights of Mike’s first six months in office. Speaking program featuring Mass. AFL-CIO President Steven Tolman, Somerville Ward 1 Alderman Matthew McLaughlin, and Cambridge resident and community organizer Karen Chen. Contributions to the Committee to Elect Mike Connolly are greatly appreciated (but not required). Donations may be made online at http://www.mikeconnolly.org 

06/28/2017 Natick Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Wednesday, June 28, 7 PM
School Committee Training Room on the third floor of Natick Town Hall
Natick Democratic Town Committee regular meeting. 

*06/28/2017 Andover DTC Meeting*
Wednesday, June 28, 7 PM
Andover Baptist Church

*06/29/2017 Reception and Fundraiser for Christine Long for Framingham Councilor-at-Large*
Thursday, June 29, 5 – 7:30 PM
British Beer Company, 120 Worcester Road (Rt. 9), Framingham, MA 01702
Suggested donation: $25/$50/$100. 

06/29/2017 Sheriff Peter Koutoujian Annual Summer Kick-Off
Thursday, June 29, 6 – 8 PM
Rhino Lounge, 11 Cooper Street, Waltham, MA
Please join us for Sherrif Peter Koutoujian’s Annual Summer Kick-Off. 
Parking available at the Embassy Theater lot. 
Suggested contribution $1000, $500, $250, $100 or $50. 
Question or RSVP to: tsoleen@peterkoutoujian.com. 

06/29/2017 Nicole LaChapelle for Easthampton Mayor Kickoff Fundraiser
Thursday, June 29, 6 PM
American Legion (190 Pleasant Street, Easthampton)
I’m getting all of my family, friends, and supporters together to celebrate the start of this election season and I would love to have you there. Tickets are $20 per individual or $30 for the family, but no one who wants to attend will be turned away. With your support, I am looking forward to building a strong campaign team. Say you’re with me and RSVP today at the link below: 
https://act.myngp.com/Forms/-6005739294333335040?midqs=-3957819647528534016 

*06/29/2017 Samuel Gebru for Cambridge City Council Volunteer Social*
Thursday, June 29, 6 – 8 PM
Tavern in the Square, 730 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139
Meet Samuel Gebru, connect with new and familiar friends, and learn more about volunteering with us. Light appetizers will be provided. This event is free and open to the public. Web site: https://gebruforcambridge.com 

*06/29/2017 Jim Blatchford’s Kick-Off for Lawrence City Council At Large*
Thursday, June 29, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Cafe Azteca, 180 Common St., Lawrence, MA 01840
This is a family friendly event and food will be provided. If you would like to learn more about Jim and his campaign for City Council please visit http://votejimblatchford.com/ 

*06/29/2017 Chelmsford DTC Meeting*
Thursday, June 29, 6:45 PM
Princeton Station Restaurant
Contact: wethsu@aol.com 

*06/29/2017 Moving MA Towards a Low-Carbon Economy with Rep. Benson*
Thursday, June 29, 7 – 8:30 PM
Shirley Town Hall, 7 Keady Way, Shirley
The Shirley, Ayer, Lunenburg, and Littleton Democratic Town Committees and the Indivisible Groton Area StateWatch Committee are holding a public forum. 
Rep. Benson will discuss her carbon-pricing bill, An Act to Promote Green Infrastructure, Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Create Jobs (H.1726). She will also tell us what we can do to promote clean energy and a strong economy in Massachusetts. 

*06/29/2017 Newton Ward 3 Democratic Committee Monthly Meeting*
Thursday, June 29, 7:30 – 9 PM
Regular meeting of the Newton Ward 3 Democratic Committee. All are welcome. Details including topic and location to be posted soon at http://newtondems.org/calendar/2017/6/29/ward-3-dems-meeting . 

06/29/2017 Franklin DemocraticTown Committee 4th of July Booth
June 29 – July 4
Franklin Town Common
Encourage people to stop by – see http://july4thfranklinma.com for the schedule – or sign up to help at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094ca8a92da4f85-4thofjuly and for more info contact Chairman John May at johntmay55@gmail.com or Webmaster Maxwell Morrongiello at max.morrongiello@gmail.com. 

*07/01/2017 Pelham Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting*
Saturday, July 1, 10 – 11:30 AM
Pelham Library, 2 S. Valley Rd., Pelham
Monthly meeting of the PDTC. No meeting in August, but 1st Saturday of each month thereafter. 

*07/01/2017 Holden Democratic Town Committee *
Saturday, July 1, 10 AM
Holden Town Hall
http://www.holdendemocrats.org/ 

*07/03/2017 Medway Dems 4th of July Barbecue*
Monday, July 3, 4 PM
Private Home in Medway
RSVP: mendy.tarkowski@gmail.com or (508)533-4909 
Dogs and burgers, chips and watermelon, water, lemonade and a dessert will be supplied. Additional sides and desserts are appreciated. 

07/05/2017 Barnstable DTC Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, July 5, 6 – 7 PM
Zion Union Heritage Museum, 276 North Street, Hyannis 
Friends, join us for our monthly meeting to discuss our ongoing plans to support the agenda our democratic officials and how to keep our local community moving forward with positive momentum. 

*07/05/2017 Easton Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting*
Wednesday, July 5, 7:30 PM
Library Community Room, 53 Main St, North Easton
Meetings are on the first Wed. of the month (no meeting in Aug). 
For more information, contact Chariman Bob Schrage at: (203) 225-0200 (w) or (203) 943-6888 (c). 

*07/06/2017 Tewksbury Dems Summer Meetup*
Thursday, July 6, 7 – 9 PM
Tew-Mac Tavern at Tewksbury Country Club, 1880 Main St., Tewksbury
Details are still in the works. See http://bit.ly/2rSsD48 for more information. 

07/08/2017 Grafton Dems Coffee Hour
Saturday, July 8, 9 – 10 AM
the Daily Grind, 79 Worcester Road, North Grafton
Coffee and Conversation. Held the second Saturday of each month. For more info email Democratsofgraftonma@gmail.com. 

07/08/2017 Yarmouth Democratic Town Committee Annual Barbecue
Saturday, July 8, 1 PM
the Home of Robert Isadore & David Velasco Bermudez, 133 Center Street, Yarmouth Port
Join your fellow Democrats for a fun afternoon filled with good food, great conversation, and wonderful friends. $20.00 per person. Your RSVP is greatly appreciated. Email velore20@gmail.com or call Bob at 508-362-1696. 

07/09/2017 Lynn Democratic City Committee Cookout and Food Drive
Sunday, July 9, 2 – 5 PM
The Lynn Museum, 590 Washington Street, Lynn
Lynn Democratic City Committee will hold its 18th Annual Family Cookout and 9th Annual Food Drive. Please join us for an afternoon of relaxation, socializing and talking about the common beliefs and values we share as Democrats. Traditional cookout fare of hot dogs, hamburgers, various salads, etc. will be served. Enter our Dessert Contest. Prizes awarded for the best homemade desserts. Cookout donation: $15.00 per person; $25.00 family. Please bring a non-perishable food item or check made out to My Brother’s Table. For further information, please contact Chair Agnes Ricko, alfredricko@comcast.net, 781-599-9347. 

*07/10/2017 Boston Ward 19 Democratic Committee Monthly Meeting *
Monday, July 10, 7 PM
Roslindale Community Center, 6 Cummins Highway, Roslindale
Monthly committee meetings alternate between Farnsworth House, 90 South Street, Jamaica Plain, and Roslindale Community Center, 6 Cummins Highway, Roslindale. 
The Ward 19 Democratic Committee is open to all registered Democrats from Ward 19 who are interested in furthering Democratic principles and politics. See https://bostonward19dems.org/activities/meetings-events/ for more information. 

*07/11/2017 Grafton Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
Tuesday, July 11, 7 PM
Grafton Senior Center, 30 Providence Road, Grafton
Held the second Tuesday of each month. For more info email Democratsofgraftonma@gmail.com. 

*07/11/2017 Hudson Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
Tuesday, July 11, 7 PM
Avidia Bank community room, 42 Main St. Hudson, MA 01749 (entrance is on Pope St.)
Save the date. 

*07/11/2017 Medway Dems Meeting*
Tuesday, July 11, 7 PM
T.C. Scoops.
We had a great discussion at the June Meeting. Let’s come up with some practical activities to support our views at the July meeting! 

*07/11/2017 Wrentham Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
Tuesday, July 11, 7:30 PM
400 Taunton St., Wrentham
The WDTC monthly meeting is on the second Tuesday of every month. Topics vary. See Facebook for more information: http://bit.ly/2sTut9i 

*07/12/2017 Summer Celebration for Jason Lewis with AG Maura Healey*
Wednesday, July 12, 5:30 – 7 PM
Bobby C’s 20 Main Street Melrose, MA
Please join Attorney General Maura Healey at a Summer Celebration in support of State Senator Jason Lewis Chair, Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development Chair, Joint Committee on Public Health Vice Chair, Joint Committee on Marijuana Policy. 
Suggested Contributions: $1000, $500, $250, $100, $50. 
Donations can be made online at: 
http://electjasonlewis.com/contribute/ 
Or checks may be made payable to: 
“The Committee to Elect Jason Lewis” And mailed to PO Box 253, Winchester, MA 01890 
To RSVP please contact Ellis at ellis.j.brewster@gmail.com or 508-728-1510. 

07/13/2017 Arlington Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Thursday, July 13, 7:15 PM
Function Room, Common Ground Arlington, 319 Broadway Arlington, MA 02474
All interested Democrats are cordially invited. For more information, visit http://www.arlingtondems.org or http://www.facebook.com/adtcma or call Chair Aimee Coolidge at 781-646-5339. 

07/14/2017 Bridgewater Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Wednesday, July 14th
Bridewater Academy Building, 66 Central Square, Bridgewater
The Bridgewater DTC will host our monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 14th at 7PM. The meeting will take place in Room 201A. Agenda to follow. 

07/15/2017 Middleboro Democratic Town Committee Annual Summer Picnic
Saturday, July 15, Noon – 4 PM
Elks, 132 Everett St, Middleboro, Massachusetts 02346

07/15/2017 Wayland Dems Summer Picnic
Saturday, July 15, 1 – 4 PM
home of Judy Ling & Steve Klitgord, 274 Concord Road, Wayland, MA 01778
(CORRECTION – Rain date: Sunday, July 16) 
Save the date. We expect to have the usual offerings of food and drink, plus special guests. For more info contact Wayland Dems Chair Michael Gilbreath at gildell@mac.com. 

*07/16/2017 Picnic with the Millis Democratic Town Committee*
Sunday, July 16, 1 – 3 PM
Oak Grove Farm, 410 Exchange St., Millis
Potluck picnic with the Millis DTC! See event on Facebook for more information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1927643174186848/ 

07/16/2017 Mayor Ted Bettencourt Campaign Get Together
Sunday, July 16, 4:30 – 7:30 PM
Stonewood Tavern, Peabody

*07/17/2017 Franklin Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting*
Monday, July 17, 7 – 9 PM
Alumni Restaurant & Bar, 391 E Central St, Franklin
Meetings are typically held the 3rd Monday of the month. 

*07/18/2017 Cape & Islands Democratic Council (CIDC) Meeting with Dan Wolf*
Tuesday, July 18, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Harwich Community Center, 100 Oak St., Harwich, MA 02645
Former State Senator Dan Wolf will be the special guest and receive the CIDC Community Service Award in recognition for his activism on Cape Cod. Guests and new members are encouraged to attend. This will be a great opportunity to meet the current membership and join the group. Please register at http://cidc-strongertogether.nationbuilder.com/join-us to help get a good headcount and save you a seat. Seating preference will be given to those who need extra assistance, current members and members of Town Democratic Committees. See http://capeandislandsdemocrats.org for more info about CIDC. 

*07/19/2017 Sudbury Democrats Meeting with Speaker from the Environmental Voter Project*
Wednesday, July 19, 7 PM
Sudbury Grange Hall, 326 Concord Road, Sudbury
Peter Polga-Hecimovich, Field Director for the Environmental Voter Project, will be the guest speaker. 

*07/19/2017 Melrose Democratic City Committee Meeting*
Wednesday, July 19, 7:30 – 9 PM
Beebe Estate, 235 West Foster Street, Melrose, MA 02176
For more details, head to http://melrosedems.org/ or https://www.facebook.com/groups/MelroseDemocrats/ 

*07/20/2017 House Party for Manisha Bewtra for Melrose Alderman-At-Large *
Thursday, July 20, 6:30 PM
Location on RSVP
Email committee@manishaformelrose.com for details. 

*07/20/2017 Kingston Democratic Town Committee Monthly Meeting*
Thursday, July 20, 7 PM
Kingston Public Library, 6 Green St., Kingston
KDTC meets the third Thursday of the month. 

07/21/2017 Duxbury Democratic Town Committee Meeting With Special Guests
July 21, 2017
Duxbury Senior Center, 10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, MA 02332

*07/23/2017 13th Annual Carlisle Democratic Picnic/Third Middlesex Democratic Picnic*
Sunday, July 23, 1 – 4 PM
home of Bob & Marcia Wallhagen, 64 Timothy Lane, Carlisle, MA 01741
Great food & drinks, Great friends, and a repeat performance of our great Jazz Band. We expect to have our State Senator Michael Barrett & State Rep Cory Atkins in attendance, along with many candidates for elected office. It should be a Great Democratic Party! $10 per person Suggested donation. Please RSVP to rwallhagen@aol.com or call 978-369-7802 to ensure adequate food. 

*07/23/2017 Acton Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
Sunday, July 23, 6 – 7:30 PM
10 Wachusett Drive, Acton MA
The next regular Acton Democratic Town Committee meeting will be on Sunday, July 23 at 6PM at the home off Deena and Bob Ferrara, 10 Wachusett Drive, Acton MA. The home phone is 978-263-8642. 

07/25/2017 Boston Ward 17 Democratic Committee Meeting
Tuesday, July 25, 7 – 9 PM
Sheet Metal Workers Hall, 1187 Adams St., Dorchester
Committee chair/contact: Joyce Linehan, joyce@ashmontmedia.com. 

*07/26/2017 LGBTQ For Figueroa for Lynn Councilor at-Large*
Wednesday, July 26, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
April’s Pub & Grill, 41 Buffum St., Lynn, MA 01902
Join LGBTQ and friends in support of Jaime Figueroa. Come by and meet the candidate, enjoy delicious food, a cash bar, and have a good time. Suggested Donation $25. Donate online at https://www.figueroaforlynn.com 

*07/26/2017 Natick Democratic Town Committee Meeting*
Wednesday, July 26, 7 PM
School Committee Training Room on the third floor of Natick Town Hall
Natick Democratic Town Committee regular meeting. See http://www.natickdems.org/events/ for more information. Recurs the fourth Wednesday of every month except Aug. 

*07/29/2017 Holyoke Democratic City Committee Annual BBQ*
Saturday, July 29, Noon – 2 PM
Home of Ray Drewnowski, 27 Jarvis Ave. Holyoke, MA 01040
Committee will provide hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks. Please bring a side dish to share. 
Candidates welcome! 
For more information contact: Chair, Ray Drewnowski rmpd0512@gmail.com 413-923-8566. 

*07/30/2017 Hopkinton, Holliston, Ashland Dems Summer Social*
Sunday, July 30
Home of Sen. Karen Spilka, 18 Rome Way, Ashland
SAVE THE DATE! 
Watch this space for details. 

07/31/2017 Somerville at Democratic City Committee Meeting with Setti Warren
Monday, July 31, 7 PM
Location TBA
Save the date! Watch this space for updates or check http://www.somdems.org 

*07/31/2017 Plymouth Democratic Town Committee July Meeting*
Monday, July 31, 7 PM
Plymouth Center for the Arts, 11 North St., Plymouth
See http://bit.ly/2rNUCa0 for more information. 

08/09/2017 Natick Democratic Town Committee Annual Summer Cookout
Wednesday, August 9, 5:30 PM
home of Jay and Erica Ball, 11 Russell Circle, Natick
Save the date. 

08/10/2017 Waltham Democratic City Committee Annual BBQ & Picnic
Thursday, August 10, 5:30 PM
Location TBA
Save the date! 

08/10/2017 Merrimack Valley Young Dems Meeting
Thursday, August 10, 6:30 PM
Salvatore’s Restaurant at 354 Merrimack Street in Lawrence

08/13/2017 Mayor Ted Bettencourt “Mayor’s Picnic”
Sunday, August 13, Noon – 4 PM
Kennedy Field, Peabody
Raindate 8/20. 

*08/13/2017 Greater Blackstone Valley Democrats Summer Cookout Fundraiser*
Sunday, August 13, 1 – 5 PM
Blissful Meadows Golf Course, 801 Chocolog Rd, Uxbridge
Please join us at the pavilion for an old fashion summer cookout with two gubernatorial candidates Jay Gonzalez and Setti Warren, performances by Michael Gutierrez-May and family activities. 
Donation for ticket is $25; children’s ticket is $14. 

08/19/2017 Carver Democratic Town Committee Craft Fair
Saturday, August 19, 9 AM – 3 PM
Shurtleff Park, Carver, MA

08/24/2017 Malden Democrats Annual Summer BBQ
Thursday, August 24, 5:30 – 8 PM
Anthony’s of Malden, 105 Canal St., Malden
Free parking, wheelchair accessible, 2 blocks from Malden Center MBTA Station (Orange Line). 
Save the Date. Hear from elected officials and candidates; meet Democrats from Malden and beyond in a casual cookout atmosphere. $15 admission, cash bar. Online purchase coming soon. 

08/26/2017 Beverly Democratic City Committee Cookout
Saturday, August 26, 2 – 4 PM
At the home of Rich and Gail Donlon 9 Oakmont Road Beverly
Donation: $20/person $30 per couple. For more information, contact Chair Duane Anderson at 978-922-2368 www.bevdems.org 

08/28/2017 Marblehead Democratic Town Committee Annual Picnic 
Monday, August 28, 5 – 8 PM
Gerry VFA # 5, 210 Beacon St. Marblehead, MA 01945
Officials please contact Renee Ramirez Keaney, Chair MDTC at 781-962-6577. 

09/04/2017 Harwich Democratic Town Committee Picnic
Monday, September 4
Save the date. Details to follow at http://harwichdemocrats.com 

09/09/2017 DSC Meeting/Town and Ward Chairs Meeting
Saturday, September 9, 10 AM
Western MA location to be announced
Although the location is TBA, the DSC meeting will likely be at 10:00am and the Chairs Meeting at 2:00pm. 
http://www.massdems.org/ for details as they become available. All Democrats are welcome. 

09/10/2017 Eastern Pioneer Valley Regional Dems Fall Picnic
Sunday, September 10, 3 – 5 PM
Shutesbury Athletic Club, 282 Wendall Road, Shutesbury, MA
Join us as Democrats from the eastern Pioneer Valley, and beyond, gather for an afternoon of conversation and community. Admission is free, donations of side dishes and desserts are welcomed. Burgers, hot dogs and veggie burgers being provided by the host committees. Cash bar. Sponsored by the Amherst, Hadley, Leverett, New Salem, Pelham, and Shutesbury Democratic Town Committees. For information and to RSVP: call Bonnie MacCracken, State Committee Member, 413-687-9493 or at www.facebook.com/events/124078358173196/ 

09/23/2017 Spaghetti with Teddy
Saturday, September 23, 6 – 9 PM
Knights of Columbus, Peabody
Committee to Re-elect Ted Bettencourt event. 

*09/24/2017 Tewksbury DTC Unity Breakfast*
Sunday, September 24, 9:30 AM
Tewksbury Country Club
Tickets: $35.00.@2

10/07/2017 Methuen Annual Breakfast & Straw Poll 
Saturday, October 7, 9 – 11 AM
Methuen Senior Activity Center (77 Lowell St, Methuen, Massachusetts 01844)
Hosted by Methuen Democratic City Committee. Tickets at link: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/methuendems17 $15 donation per person. 

10/22/2017 Greater Lowell Area Democrats Annual Brunch
Sunday, October 22
Lenzi’s at 810 Merrimack Avenue (Route 110) in Dracut
Tickets: $40.00. Contact: sweeney133@gmail.com. 

10/29/2017 Lynn Democratic City Annual Unity Breakfast
Sunday, October 29, 8:30 – 11 AM
The Porthole Restaurant, 98 Lynnway, Lynn
A plentiful breakfast of eggs, pancakes, ham, bacon, sausage, coffee, fruit, juice, etc. will be provided. Donation is $30.00 per person. Please send checks, payable to the LDCC, for the number of people planning to attend, to Joshua Walsh, LDCC Treasurer, 13 Curtis St., Lynn, MA 01905. For additional information, please contact LDCC Chair Agnes Ricko, 781-599-9347; alfredricko@comcast.net. 

11/14/2017 DSC Meeting
Tuesday, November 14
Save the date. 
Watch massdems.org for details. 

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Mass Delegation Working for Us
Recent highlights from the Massachusetts Congressional Delegation speaking up for residents and against the Trump Administration: 
SENATOR ED MARKEY, a champion for those struggling with addiction, filed legislation to prevent fentanyl and other deadly opioids from being imported into the United States. 
SENATOR ELIZABETH WARREN continued to fight for students against Education Secretary Betsy DeVos agenda to privatize education. 
CONGRESSMAN MIKE CAPUANO continued his fight for internet privacy by making an impassioned speech on the House floor. 
CONGRESSWOMAN KATHERINE CLARK continued her leadership in making quality, affordable child care accessible for all families. 
CONGRESSMAN BILL KEATING authored a piece for his Democratic colleagues on the House Foreign Affairs Committee calling for a thorough investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election. 
CONGRESSMAN JOE KENNEDY called out Trumpcare for what it is – “an act of malice” that would strip health insurance from 24 million Americans and get rid of addiction and mental health services many rely on. 
CONGRESSMAN STEVE LYNCH spoke out against the federal hiring freeze and how it negatively impacted our nation’s veterans seeking to continue their dedicated public service to our country by entering the federal workforce. 
CONGRESSMAN JIM McGOVERN continued to fight for those in need by being a strong advocate for food assistance programs and the 43 million Americans that depend on them. 
CONGRESSMAN SETH MOULTON advocated for people getting more involved in the public debate surrounding the misinformation campaign of the Trump administration, encouraging voters to continue to protest and stand up for what they believe in. 
CONGRESSMAN RICHARD NEAL introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit to help improve access to affordable housing for low-income individuals. 
CONGRESSWOMAN NIKI TSONGAS stood up for science by introducing the Scientific Integrity Act, a bill that will help insulate government-directed scientific research from the influence of political pressure and special interests.