UPCOMING EVENTS
FDR Award Nominations Now Open
Do you know someone who believes in the protection of human welfare, justice for all, making the economy work for the least of us, and the pillars of Democracy? Then nominate that person for the FDR Award, which will be presented at the Ashe County Democratic Party FDR Dinner on May 18, 2024. See below. Nomination Forms (and nominee criteria) can be downloaded at the link below. When completed, EMAIL the form to ashedemschair@gmail.com no later than April 26, 2024. Let's celebrate our local unsung heroes of Democracy!
FDR DINNER Tickets Available
Join us at our Franklin D Roosevelt ("FDR") Dinner on Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 6-9PM at the Ashe Shrine Club. Tickets are $50 and include Dinner and Drinks. Donations from this event will go directly to the Ashe County Democratic Party as we work to support and promote Democratic Candidates and establish a Headquarters. Our Guest Speaker is the dynamic and passionate Wesley Harris, Democratic Candidate for North Carolina State Treasurer. We will also honor one individual who embodies FDR's Democratic Values with the FDR Award. Local and State Level Candidates will also be present and highlighted. Come be a part of a collective effort to celebrate the legacy of FDR and promote the great work we’re doing in Ashe County!
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April 23 General Meeting:
Lost Province Guest Speaker
Join the Ashe Dems at our next General Meeting on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 6:30 pm, for an artistic presentation by the Lost Province Center for Cultural Arts. The Lost Province is a hidden gem tucked away in Lansing, NC (next to Molly Chompers). Its "mission is to bridge the urban-rural divide, revitalize our community and promote the cultural arts and skills of the Southern Appalachian region." Caroline Renfro from the Lost Province will share with us the Lost Province's mission and vision, and how you can get involved. Our General Meeting is at the Ashe Arts Center, 303 School Ave., West Jefferson. More info on Lost Province here.
Wesley Harris, Candidate for State Treasurer - Guest Speaker at FDR Dinner
It's not every day that a candidate for State Treasurer appears in Ashe County. Rep. Wesley Harris (D), is running for the State Treasurer's seat and will be the Guest Speaker at the FDR Dinner. Wesley believes that it's time for the State to make an investment in its people. That's another reason to get FDR Dinner tickets. Find out more about Wesley here. Come hear what Wesley has to say!
April 13 Litter Sweep
Come join us on April 13 to clean up trash along our adopted road at West Deep Ford Road, West Jefferson (on the way to Lansing) starting at 11am. You're welcome to also join us earlier at the Odd Fellows Pancake Breakfast (8am - 11am) held at the Smethport United Methodist Church, 200 Smethport Drive, West Jefferson. For more information, contact Beth at basorrell@gmail.com.
FOLLOW UP
CONVENTION HIGHLIGHTS
We had a wonderful time at the Ashe County Democratic Party's Convention on March 16, in Jefferson. Fifty-four people attended, which included precinct chairs and members, party officers and board members. Several videos were played highlighting Democratic Party accomplishments and our path forward for 2024. Candidate speeches were given, sharing plans and goals for 2024, and beyond. Many thanks to Chuck Hubbard, candidate for the 5th Congressional District seat running against Virginia Fox; Ben Massey, Jr., candidate for the NC House - District 93, and County Commissioner candidates Nancy Weaver Hoffman, Tanya Robinson, and Ann Rose. Lots of good energy. And amazingly, this was all done by volunteers and contributors like you! See Convention Highlights here.
100 Year Old Democrat Gives Candidates Advice
We were proud to have H.C. Moretz, Jr., join us at the Ashe County Democratic Party Convention on March 16. H.C. turned 100 years old a few days earlier. H.C. fought for Democracy in the Battle of the Bulge against fascists in WWII, and he continues to fight for Democracy back home, by being politically active. H.C.'s granddaughter, Ashely Moretz-Elks, is following in his footsteps as an officer of the Democratic Women of Ashe/DWA and assisting the Young Democrats. She also knows how to fight for what's right. H.C. has some advice for all of us.
A record has been broken! For the first time in Ashe County history, three Democratic women are running for seats on the Ashe County Commission! From left to right are: Anne Rose, Tanya Robinson, and Nancy Weaver-Hoffman. Read more here.
Also, Ben Massey, Jr., is running for the N.C. State House of Representatives, District 93. Read more about Ben, here.
Impressive Turnout at Ashe Dem Precinct Organization Meeting
Over 40 Ashe County Democratic Party precinct members attended the Precinct Organization Meeting on February 17, 2024, at Family Central in Jefferson. This meeting was necessary to organize precincts and select delegates who would vote at the Ashe County Democratic Party Convention on March 16, 2024. The meeting was fun and interesting and provided Ashe Dems with Dem fellowship and the group heard from four local candidates, Ben Massey, Jr., Nancy Weaver-Hoffman, Tanya Robinson, and Ann Rose. Here are some photos of the event.
There's a lot for Democrats to be proud of. Check out some of President Biden and Democrats' accomplishments:
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Lowering Costs of Families’ Everyday Expenses
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Record Unemployment - More People Are Working Than At Any Point in American History
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Making More In America - The CHIPS and Science Act
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Rescued the Economy and Changed the Course of the COVID Pandemic
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Historic Expansion of Benefits and Services for Toxic Exposed Veterans
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Protected Marriage for LGBTQI+ and Interracial Couples
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Rallied the World to Support Ukraine in Response to Putin’s Aggression
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Much more!
"Get off of the couch! Democracy starts with you. Roll your sleeves up and volunteer with the Ashe Dems!"
Uncle Sam
MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER
The Democratic Party is an organization of the people and for the people. Everyone is welcome and we can't wait to work with you to ensure a better future for us all! TOGETHER WE ARE BETTER!
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