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Bell County Texas Democratic Women March Newsletter March Meeting Saturday 3/15 9:30 a.m. Meeting Place T. B. Harris Community Center 401 N. Alexander Street Belton ( Please note change in location.) Speaker – David Domelsmith, Ph.D., PsychologistResearch of the “Effects of the Iraq War on Children and Families” Hostesses Bertha Capps, Joan Worthington, Rosemary Nichols Raffle – Coconut Easter Cake made by Bertha Capps for BCTDW’s Scholarship Fund ************************************* Something to Think About A UNIFIED DEMOCRATIC PARTY IN NOVEMBER
(Reprinted from the DNC) “The American people are overwhelmingly supporting Democrats and, according to a recent Washington Post/ABC News poll, on every major issue confronting our country. From the economy to the War on Terror, the American people trust Democrats to handle the problems that we face as a nation. Republicans across the country delivered that Party’s nomination to John McCain on Super Tuesday, and the White House to Democrats. John
McCain offers another Bush term on everything from Iraq, healthcare,
judicial appointments, taxes, and more. If you enjoyed the George
W. Bush presidency, you will love a McCain administration. It is the
closest thing to a third Bush term outside of re-electing Bush himself.
When we unite to support our Democratic Presidential nominee, whomever that may be, we will not only make history. We can set a new course for our country with the American people solidly behind us.” Texans are fired up for November. Over the past two years, Democrats have picked up eight seats in the Texas House and swept Dallas County. We have laid the foundation that allows us to build on the momentum generated by the Texas Democratic debate, and we will put it to work to help us win in November. After seven years of Republican neglect, the Texas Debate illustrated the best of what our Party has to offer. Senator Clinton and Senator Obama are offering specific proposals that address the issues and concerns that are most important to Texans and to all Americans. Our candidates at the state and local level are doing the same thing as we move to replace failed Republican leaders in the Texas House and in every County Courthouse across Texas. PRESIDENT’S MESSAGECongratulations to Wilma and Ken Allen! They were recognized at the Texas Democratic Women 2008 Convention as Members of the Year for their contributions to TDW. They have been tireless in their efforts on behalf of the Democratic Party and for the full participation of women in the political process. Over and over again they give their time and their talents to the Party. We are very proud of you both and grateful for your many contributions. At the February meeting, Dr. Daniel Bennett spoke on “Health Care Reform: The Uninsured and the Underinsured.” The issue is very complex and there are no easy answers. The Democratic Party pledges that the U.S.A. will join 36 other industrialized nations in making sure everyone has access to affordable health care, starting by fixing the prescription drug program and investing in stem cell and other medical research. In the wealthiest, most powerful nation on earth, no one should have to choose between taking their child to a doctor and paying the rent. Democrats are committed to making sure every single American has access to affordable, effective health care coverage. We want to fix the disastrous Medicare Part D and ensure our seniors can afford their prescription drugs. Hats off to those of you who worked so hard in preparation for and execution of the Texas Primary. The voter turn-out, as everyone knows, was MASSIVE. This speaks to the dissatisfaction of Texans with the policies of the Republican administration. I am repeatedly approached by acquaintances who have told me that “I have come home to the Democratic Party.” or “ The Republican party has left me, and I am excited about what I see in your party.” The times they are a changing. The Bell County Texas Democratic Women are again offering two college scholarships to area women for the 2008-2009 academic year. The purpose of the Women Helping Women BCTDW Scholarship Program is to empower young women by providing educational scholarships to enable them to become economically independent and to have choices regarding their futures. The Vada Sutton Scholarship and the Amigo Vasquez Bail Bonds Scholarship, each in the amount of $500.00, have been made possible through the endowment of their namesakes. Applicants must be females residing in Bell County and graduating from high school this year, or currently attending college, or re-entering college. An application package may be requested from area school counselors or by calling Joan Hinshaw, Scholarship Committee Chair, at (254) 698-6944. To be considered, applications must be postmarked no later than April 1, 2008. The two recipients will be presented with their scholarships at the Bell County Texas Democratic Women’s monthly meeting May 17th. Thanks to Charlie Olson for his contribution to Friends of Bell County Texas Democratic Women. These funds will be used in our GOTV efforts. Calling all cookie bakers. We have been asked by the Wounded Warrior Transition Unit if we could help them out by providing cookies for their upcoming Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 15th. They are doing a combined hunt with the kids of Darnall Hospital and the Wounded Warrior Transition kids. They are estimating around 100 kids, plus adults.
Volunteers needed at both Temple HQ, 315 N. Main in Temple (742-7615) and at the Killeen HQ,304 N. 2nd in Killeen (501-3923). Proud to be a Texas Democrat, Yvonne Morgan, Ph.D. MEET A MEMBERPRECINCT CHAIR 111 NANCY GLASSCOCK Tireless. Creative. Dedicated. This describes Nancy. Nancy has served as Precinct 111 Chair since 2004. She has been a member of BCTDW since 2000, and served as President, Treasurer, and Vice-President. As an active member of the Democratic Party, Nancy served as a delegate at the State Convention in 2004 and was on the Resolution Committee at the 2004 State Convention. Nancy is BCTDW’s Get Out the Vote Coordinator. Nancy moved to Bell County in 1999. She has been the business manager of a mechanical engineering firm in Waco for 16 years. Nancy and her husband, Greg have been married for almost 17 years. Nancy says that her mother was the major influence in her life. Nancy’s mother worked many years for the McClennon County Democratic Party and also worked in Chet Edward’s campaigns. Nancy said that her mother taught the values of the Democratic Party and of the importance of women’s issues. Nancy is the mother of 2 adorable dogs, Abbey Road and Buddy Love. She is a Longhorn fan. In her spare time she enjoys traveling and geneology. Nancy, thanks for all you do! BCTDW MEMBERS Members in Bold Print are current with dues. Alaniz, Lydia Amanda Allen Ken Allen Raye V. Allen Wilma Allen Zelda Allen J.T. Anderson Irene Andrews
Denise Bains Marilyn Barcuch Mary Lee Barr-Cox Eula “Sis” Beck John R. Bigham Ruthanna Bigham Lillian Billeck Frances Birtchet Shawanda Blackman Jackie Book Don Booth Margaret Booth
Betty Bowling Rachel Brent Edna Bridges Juanita Brown Bree Buchanan Laura Calhoun Bertha Mae Capps Myrtle Captain Wayne Carpenter Carolyn Cartmell Ralph Cartmell Elaine Chandler Mildred Cloud Ann Cooney Dr. John Cooney Larry Cowan Dr. Sonjanette Crossley Leigh Drake Alta Emery Billye Fuller Nancy Glasscock Bet Grant Bobby Grant Phyllis Green David Hardy Phyllis Hardy Mary Beth Harrell Garth Haslam Mary Haslam Wadella Heath Adelaide Heckman The Honorable Diane Henson Rosa Hereford Rosa Hernandez Betsy Hilliard Joan Hinshaw Jackie Hoover Hulda Horton Beatrice Houston Michelle Jones Jean Kubala Dr. Ben Liles, Jr. Patsy Luna Bea McLendon Dr. Jim McClendon Ola McClendon Denver Mills Jacqueline Mills Elizabeth Morgan Dr. Yvonne Morgan Keith Morris Peggy Murphey Merlinda Murphy Gus Nichols Rosemary Nichols Miriam Oliver Dene Ozment Violet Palmer LaVella Parsons Barbara Peterson Nina Ramon Arthur Resa Edna Riley Dr. Jack Riley Dr. Chris Ruud Dr. Dian Ruud Annette Skinner Petra Strassberg
Jacquiline Townsend Glenda Turck Julia Villaronga Marianne Voss Aliceanne Wallace Henry Wallace Marie Wallace Janice Ward Sally Winkler Iris Witt Joan Worthington
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TIME TO RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! $25 Join Bell County Democratic Women $25 Name: _______________________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________ City: _________________ Zip: _________________ Phone: ___________________________ Email: ____________________________________________ Return to: Joan Hinshaw, 287 Wayne Drive, Nolanville, Tx. 76559 254/289-0204 irene_joan@hotmail.com FRIENDS OF BCTDWFriends of BCTDW are individuals or groups that contribute to fund the Get Out the Vote Efforts. $500 Dr. Wanda Eastman $50 Under $50 Hulda Horton Bet & Bobby Grant Marilyn Barcuch Zelda Allen $250 Betsy Hilliard Ruthanna & John Bigham Lillian Billeck Eula “Sis” Blackman Dr. Yvonne Morgan Elaine Chandler Betty Bowling $200 Sam Murphey Ann & Dr. John Cooney Bertha Capps Drs. Dian & Chris Ruud Miriam Oliver Dr. & Mrs. Clarence Ham Jackie Mills $100 Rueben & Bernice Talasek Elizabeth Morgan Violet Palmer Anonymous Aliceanne Wallace Keith Morris Glenda Turck Mary Lee Barr-Cox Charlie Olson Marianne Voss Marie Wallace Candidate Contact InformationUS PRESIDENT US SENATE Senator Hillary Clinton Rick Noriega www.hillaryclinton.com www.ricknoriega.com
Senator Barack Obama RAILROAD COMMISSIONER www.barackobama.com Dale Henry US CONGRESS DISTRICT 31 Mark Thompson Brian Ruiz www.markfortexas.com
TEXAS HOUSE DISTRICT 55 TEXAS SUPREME COURT PLACE 8 Sam Murphey Linda Reyna Yanez 254-702-0222 www.lindayanez.com TEXAS SUPREME COURT JUSTICE CHIEF JUSTICE COURT OF APPEALS Jim Jordan Judge Woodie Jones TEXAS SUPREME COURT PLACE 7 512-482-9302 Sam Houston 515 Congress, Suite 1720 www.samhoustonforjustice.com Austin, 78701
TEXAS COURT OF CRIMINAL APPEALS TEXAS COURT OF CRIMINAL APPEAL PLACE 4 PLACE 3 J.R. Molina (no info) Susan Strawn (no info)
BELL COUNTY COMMISSIONER BELL COUNTY COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 3 PRECINCT 1 Gil Hollie Phillip Anelli 254-721-7474 254-613-4107 ghollie@hot.rr.com 254-421-3172 2425 Handcock Drive phillipanelli@yahoo.com Temple, 76504
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