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Pam duPré Returns as Executive Director

Pam duPré, a 25-year Washoe County resident, has been named Executive Director of the WashoeDEMS, effective Aug. 1. This is her second stint as WashoeDEMS ED, inasmuch as she served in this capacity from 2003 to 2006.

“I look forward to working once again with the dedicated Party volunteers to continue building interest and involvement in Party activities,” duPré said.

“Together, we will spread the word about how Democratic Party principles support strong working families, a good education for everyone, access to healthcare and civic freedom,” duPré added.

After duPré’s tenure as Washoe DEMS ED, she worked as the political director for Hillary Clinton in Nevada. She also covered the 2009 Nevada Legislature for KUNR Radio, and has spent the last two years as Public Information Officer for Nevada Secretary of State Ross Miller.

“We have a lot of work to do to elect Democrats to offices at all levels,” said duPré, “and to rebuild a solid financial foundation for the WashoeDEMS. I’ll need all your help!”

Chair Dorie Guy said, “We welcome Pam back to the WashoeDEMS, and we are certain that, with her many statewide contacts with political figures and the media, our Party will achieve high esteem and exposure.”

Democratic Picnic July 30
Join MCs Paul McKenzie of the Building Trades Union and Betty Hicks, Chair of the Democratic Women of Washoe County, for great food, laughs and games for the children. Kate Marshall and all statewide elected officials are invited.

You can enjoy hamburgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers, salads, sodas, water and desserts.  
Donations are $10 for adults and $5 for children 6 to 12. Children under 6 are free.

Event:  TMDA Annual Picnic

Day and time:  Saturday, July 30, Noon to 3 p.m.

Location:  Idlewild Park, Snowflake Pavillion 

Kate Marshall Will Protect Medicare, Social Security
In her campaign to represent Congressional District 2, State Treasurer Kate Marshall has emphasized her determination to protect Medicare and Social Security, now under attack from Republican plans to reduce the deficit. She also has noted her success in passing a jobs bill during the recent legislative session.

The state will hold a special election on September 13 to fill the seat vacated by Dean Heller.

As another example of her commitment to leadership and service to Nevadans, Marshall can cite the $32.8 million in unclaimed property that Nevadans received during the fiscal year that ended June 30. Thanks to Marshall and the Unclaimed Property Division, that amount sets a record, surpassing the $25.3 million returned in 2009. Marshall partly credits a new fast-track automated system for paying claims of less than $2,500.

To learn more about Marshall’s stand on the issues, visit her Web site at www.katefornevada.com. To hear Marshall speak directly on the issues, watch her interview on “Face to Face with Jon Ralston.”

DWWC Endorses Kate Marshall for CD 2

We are writing to ask for your support for the Democratic candidate Kate Marshall. As our state treasurer, she knows firsthand what this state and this country need for us to move forward in these complex economic times. Kate has worked with each legislative session since 2007 to keep Nevada thriving. She has demonstrated her financial skills by finding much needed monies for the state of Nevada during the 2009 session.

Kate is a hardworking woman who comes from humble beginnings and understands how hard it is to fight every day to achieve your dreams. She worked her way through college and law school, earning top grades. Kate lives the American Dream and wants to help others achieve it, too.

Kate Marshall wants to get people back to work because she understands how the unemployed affect the overall economy. Unemployed citizens have no disposable income, and they struggle to feed their families and keep a roof over their heads. Kate wants to help our children get a good education, which will help them prosper, bringing prosperity to Nevada and our country.

Another concern to Kate Marshall is our senior citizens. She wants to make sure that our seniors are taken care of, and she wants to save Social Security and Medicare for all generations. Kate feels the people who have paid into Social Security have earned the right to collect their investment.

In addition to her hard work and dedication to this state and its people, Kate is a mother of two teenage daughters and has worked to give them all the opportunities she herself enjoyed.

If you would like more information about Kate Marshall, you can go to her Web page at www.marshallfornevada.com. If you would like to volunteer, you can call 775-358-1346 or you can e-mail her office at info@katefornevada.com.

We truly hope all of you vote for Kate Marshall. Let us get her elected for Congressional District 2.

Thank You from the Executive Board of the Democratic Women of Washoe County.

Kate Marshall Wins Support of EMILY’s List

EMILY’s List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, has endorsed Kate Marshall for the CD 2 seat. “In this competitive election, Kate is the only candidate looking out for women and families in Nevada,” said Stephanie Schriock, President of EMILY’s List. “She’ll fight against the Republican war on women in Washington and bring some much needed common sense to the House of Representatives.”

In pursuing its mission of recruiting and supporting women candidates, EMILY’s List helps them build strong campaigns and mobilizes women voters to turn out and vote.

Central Committee Business Meeting

The Democratic Party of Washoe County Central Committee will hold a business meeting on Tuesday, August 2, 6 p.m. at Headquarters.

Dinner Honors WashoeDEMS Volunteers

Every autumn the WashoeDEMS hold the Virginia Demmler Honor Roll dinner to honor volunteers and others who have contributed to the Democratic Party of Washoe County’s success.

The dinner commemorates the late Virginia Demmler, a lifelong activist whose leadership helped the Democratic Party of Washoe County achieve its success.

Virginia grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and graduated from the Carnegie Institute of Technology. In 1982 she moved to Reno, where she worked as an office manager for the United Mining Company. Virginia became involved in the local Democratic Party and rose to WashoeDEMS chair and executive director. She also served on the staff of former United States Senator Richard Bryan.

Arrangements still are in progress for this year’s Demmler dinner, so watch this newsletter for an announcement of the honorees, the guest speaker and the date of the dinner.

Retirees Convention Scheduled
The Nevada Alliance for Retired Americans has scheduled its 2011 convention for Reno this summer.

Date: Monday and Tuesday, August 22 and 23

Location: Grand Sierra Resort

Contact: Gail Dietrich, 775-626-9022, gaildietrich@hotmail.com. 

The $55 admission includes workshops, two Continental breakfasts and a banquet dinner.

The workshops will cover:

• Preserving and protecting Medicare and Social Security
• Medicaid in Nevada
• Election 2012: Nevada's important role

The August 22 Special Banquet speaker will be Representative Shelley Berkley. Tickets for the banquet only cost $25. Convention speakers will be Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, Representative Shelley Berkley, State Treasurer Kate Marshall and Nevada Secretary of State Ross Miller.

Help the WCDP Latino Coalition Grow
If you are interested in helping the Democratic Party of Washoe County Latino Coalition and learning about their activities, plan to attend their monthly meeting.

The coalition meets on the second Monday of the month.

Day and time: Monday, August 8, 2011, at 6 p.m.

Location: Democratic Party of Washoe County Headquarters

Contact: Chair Xiomara Rodriguez, xrodriguez50@gmail.com, 775-229-3669.

Kate Marshall Supporter Housing Needed
Got a spare bedroom or sofa? The Nevada State Democratic Party and the Kate Marshall campaign are looking for generous local activists to provide supporter housing for interns and staff for the duration of the campaign. If that is you, please call the office at 775-358-1346 and ask for Joe Duffy.

Volunteers Needed at HQ

With summer upon us, some of our regular volunteers are taking vacation time, so we need extra help.

If you would like to help manage the office and assist the board at the WashoeDEMS Headquarters, contact Janet Langford Gray at Secretary@washoedems.org.

Please Use the New Calendars in HQ

Thanks to Rudy Viola, First Vice Chair, new calendars have been mounted on the north (left side) wall at Headquarters. All WashoeDEMS and/or Affiliate members may place information about an upcoming event on an Events Calendar.

Other calendars enable you to sign up and reserve the WashoeDEMS large, main room.

Help with Painting Headquarters

Please donate $25 per can of paint to help us redecorate Headquarters. Please mail or deliver your check to Democratic Party of Washoe County, 1465 Terminal Way, Suite 100, Reno, NV 89502.

2012 Caucus

The 2012 Presidential Caucus is less than one year away! In anticipation of this historic event, the Nevada State Democratic Party has released a draft of the 2012 Delegate Selection Process. To read the draft and find out how to submit public comment, please click here.