Wilson County Democratic Party

Your 2012 DNC Delegation

TNDP — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 21:32:58 +0000

Actress Ashley Judd will be part of Tennessee’s delegation to the Democratic National Convention this fall. Tennessee Democrats finalized the members of its delegation Saturday at a meeting of the state party’s Executive Committee.

Tennessee will send 91 Delegates and seven Alternates to the nominating convention to confirm President Barack Obama’s candidacy on the Democratic [...]

Jackson Day 2012: Fired Up and Ready to Go

TNDP — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:22:24 +0000

Tennessee Democrats kicked off the 2012 campaign season by celebrating Jackson Day on the Bicentennial Mall in Nashville this past weekend. Our big tent party went into the night as 700 folks from across the state celebrated our past and looked forward to the future.

We honored Speaker Emeritus Jimmy Naifeh with the Gov. Ned [...]

Chairman Forrester on the Anniversary of the Affordable Care Act

TNDP — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 21:00:13 +0000

Tennessee Democratic Party Chairman Chip Forrester today released the following statement on the two year anniversary of President Obama’s signing of the Affordable Care Act – which to date has helped millions of middle class families, seniors, and young people receive quality affordable health care:

“Two years ago with the stroke of a pen, [...]

Wilson County Democratic Women

rachelgivens — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 03:01:38 +0000

The Wilson County Democratic Women meet the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm at Ryan’s Steakhouse in Lebanon.

January 9, 2012 Meeting Minutes

rachelgivens — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 02:52:48 +0000

WILSON COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY MEETING 01/09/2012

The January meeting of the Wilson County Democratic Party was held at 6:30 on Jan. 9, 2012 at the Gentry Building on the Wilson Co. Fairgrounds. With Chm. Terry Heady scheduled for late arrival, 2^nd Vice Chm. Ken Fraley called the meeting to order and led us in the Pledge. The printed secretary’s report was circulated. Motion to accept the report as printed was made by Jeff Ortengren & seconded by Danny Foutch. Motion carried. Treasurer Rachel Givens was absent due to a death in the family but the printed treasurer’s report was circulated. Motion to accept as printed was made by Danny Foutch & seconded by Jeff Ortengren. Motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS

Chili Cook-Off: Ken Fraley clarified the need for donated food and passed the list among those present. He also stated that Cathy Heady had tickets and would take money for tickets already sold. Ken showed the flyers and asked members to take them to post in public places. JoAnn Brown asked about door prizes and showed three that she was donating. Mary Patterson said we could use some of the purple Obama t-shirts. Charlene Foutch said the trophies had been ordered; that 21 people had agreed to make chili but more was needed. She said that a hot dog cooker was needed & Bob Haley offered to provide one. Chili should be at the site at 4:00. She also said she had coordinated the electrical set up and that, with the help of Brent Linville, desserts were being donated. Discussion ensued on set up and & clean up. Ken said that ads are running in local papers the last two weeks of January.

Chairman Heady arrived and assumed management of the meeting. He said that the Second Vice Chair is still vacant & asked for nominations or volunteers. None were offered and the office stays vacant…

Chm. Heady stated that Rachel Givens had reported that no one had called her regarding auction items. Rachel will collect auction items or they can be brought to the East West Building on the day of the event. The building will be open from 10:00 A.M. and auction items should be there by 2:00 P.M.

NEW BUSINESSS

Mary Patterson spoke on the redistricting stating that the lines are still unclear & that the TN Legislature would meet on Wednesday. She stated that Wilson County is no longer in Jim Cooper’s district; that it is now in the one held by Diane Black. She said that the TNDP will attempt a big push to win back both the House & the Senate in 2014 & good candidates are needed. Terry Heady stated that the 2014 election was also discussed in the County Chair’s Meeting and that there may be legal action on the Voter ID law. Annette Stafford stated that the mayor is trying to get state officials to open a central location in Lebanon on Saturday so that everyone in the surrounding area would have a place to come to get their picture ID.

Chairman Heady had printed & circulated information on two events on January 21^st; one for the African American Museum and one for a Hispanic forum. He also said that a meeting had been held with Lowes and they would allow a 33% discount on materials for repairing Pickett Chapel which will house the Museum. He is pursuing other stores that might donate materials free of charge.

Discussion ensued regarding being a member of and meeting at the Chamber of Commerce. Terry stated that the TNDP wants local parties to get involved in groups in which Republicans are currently involved. Mary Patterson asked that two different issues be considered; that of belonging to the Chamber and having the meetings there. Charlene Foutch asked that having our meetings there be re-evaluated as some members are opposed. It was decided that the next two meetings, February 13 & March 12, would be held at the Gentry Building on the Fairgrounds. Terry will investigate whether the Fair Board will begin charging for meeting in the building & the degree of the local Chamber’s involvement with the National Chamber of Commerce. He will be absent next month but he will make his findings available for the next meeting before the vote.

Marissa Richmond, who is running for TNDP delegate for the Democratic National Convention for the 5^th Congressional District asked to be recognized. She asked for support from the WCDP. Information was given on how to qualify to run and on the County Convention that must be held to elect delegates. All Conventions must be held across the state on March 10 at 12:00. Location is yet to be decided for Wilson County but will be published in local papers two weeks in advance. Any registered voter is eligible to vote at the Convention if they sign an affidavit that they are a Democrat.

Motion to adjourn was made by Danny Foutch & seconded by Jesse McLevain. Motion carried and meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,

JoAnn Brown, Secretary

Election Botched: Former Congressman Lincoln Davis Denied the Right to Vote and Fighting Back

TNDP — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 19:38:14 +0000

The state election office made a historic mess of Tennessee’s Presidential Primary — with mistakes that robbed a former U.S. Congressman and his wife of their right to vote and denied voters access to the polls.

Secretary of State Tre Hargett and State Election Coordinator Mark Goins are in charge of the government office [...]

Monthly Meeting March 12th

rachelgivens — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 04:23:14 +0000

The Wilson County Democratic Party Monthly Meeting will be held on March 12th beginning at 6:30pm. This meeting will take place in the Gentry Building of the Ward Agricultural Center in Lebanon. The following agenda will be discussed:

Agenda

Meeting call to order – 6:30 p.m.

Pledge to the flag

Secretary Report – Jo Ann Brown

Treasurers Report- Rachel Givens

Old Business

Chili Cook- off Report- Rachel Givens & Charlene Foutch

Vote on Meeting Place

2nd Vice Chair

Other Old Business

New Business

Headquarters

Other New Business

Adjourn

Next meeting April 9th at 6:30 pm

The End of an Era: Speaker Naifeh Set to Retire

TNDP — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:06:16 +0000

NASHVILLE – Speaker Emeritus Jimmy Naifeh announced today on the House floor that he will not seek re-election to his district 81 seat this fall. Naifeh has served in the House of Representatives for 38-years, 18 of which he spent as Speaker of the House.

“Governor McWherter always told me when it was time to [...]

Wilson Democratic Party to Nominate Delegates for National Convention

rachelgivens — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 16:26:13 +0000

The Wilson County Democratic Party will be holding elections for candidates to the Democratic National Convention September 3rd – 6th in Charlotte N.C. This election will be held on Saturday, March 10th at the United Auto Workers District Hall, located at 151 Maddox- Simpson Pkwy in Lebanon at 12:00 noon. No one will be allowed to enter the convention after this time.

To become a candidate individuals must file a Statement Of Candidacy and a Pledge of Support to the Tennessee Democratic Party no later than 12:00 PM March 1st. Forms are available at www.tndp.org or at their office located at 1900 Church Street, Suite 203, Nashville, Tn. 37203 or may be requested via phone at (615) 327-9779.

This will be the first step for delegates from the 5th & 6th districts elected on this date. There will be a total of 7 men & 7 women for the 6th District and 17 men and 18 women from the 5th District.

To vote for candidates due to Wilson County still having 2 congressional districts for this vote you will need to bring your voters registration card to determine your correct district. We will be using the old districts not the newly redrawn districts. You will also have to complete a pledge of support and you will have to have voted in the March 6, 2012 Democratic Primary. Due to these things we ask that you arrive at least 1 hour prior to the convention so as to allow time for these procedures to be met.

For more information please call 444-3838 or contact the Tennessee Democratic Party at (615)327-9779.

TNDP Chair Chip Forrester’s Statement on Results of Tennessee’s Presidential Primary

TNDP — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 02:29:22 +0000

NASHVILLE — Tennessee Democratic Party Chairman Chip Forrester released the following statement tonight on the results of the GOP Primary in Tennessee:

“Mitt Romney’s loss tonight shows that he is out-of-touch with Tennesseans and it raises serious concerns about his chances in November — if he can make it to the general election. Not [...]