Allen County Democratic Party

Mike Montagano on Indiana Newscenter

Mike Montagano, our candidate for 3rd District Congress, was interviewed on Indiana Newscenter last night.  If you missed it on t.v., you can read it on their website.

Go Mike!

The primary may be over, but the Obama campaign goes on.....

If you want to watch the returns from Kentucky and Oregon tomorrow night, some folks from the Obama campaign will be gathering at La Margarita (2713 South Calhoun).  It's been a couple of weeks since our primary, and there are probably a few of you hard core political junkies who need a fix.  Here' s your chance!

And starting next Tuesday, May 27, Allen County 4 Obama will have meetings every other Tuesday, 7:15 p.m. at the Allen County Democratic Party Headquarters, 1920 Bluffton Road.  All are welcome.

LINDA PENCE AT LUNCHEON CLUB!

Please remember that the Allen County Democratic Luncheon Club meets Wednesday, May 28! This is a very special Luncheon Club event featuring Indiana Attorney General candidate, Linda Pence. Information regarding Ms. Pence (from her website www.lindaforag.com:

Indiana deserves an Attorney General who will protect the rights and interests of Hoosiers. Indiana deserves an Attorney General who stands up for Hoosier consumers, fights for justice, protects our freedoms and ensures our safety. We need an Attorney General who will really stand up and fight for us. Linda Pence has a record of fighting for Hoosiers—and winning! It’s time we put her experience and leadership to work as our Attorney General.

The ACDP Luncheon Club is open to all. (You are also free to join the 'club' with annual dues of just $5.00) It is held at the American Legion Post on the corner of Goshen and Harris Roads at 11:30.

You may order off the regular menu if you wish to eat lunch. Service is quick and friendly.

The Luncheon Club meets the fourth Wednesday of each month and It is always a great opportunity to meet with fellow Democrats, get updates on the Party and hear a featured speaker.

And on May 28, you have an an exciting opportunity to meet and hear Ms. Pence--our future Indiana Attorney General.  Please plan to attend!

Jill Long Thompson at ITT Tech

This morning, our Democratic nominee for Governor, Jill Long Thompson, was the keynote speaker at ITT Technical Institute's annual Women's Breakfast.  The purpose of the breakfast is to honor women in the career fields offered by ITT.  Needless to say, Jill was very warmly received by the crowd of about 75 women (and two men).

Jill spoke about some of the people who have inspired her:  her mother, Sandy Thomson (of WANE-TV, but relevantly to Jill, Sandy was her high school English teacher who not only taught writing but also about how the world is full of opportunities), Birch Bayh, and pilot Al Haynes to name a few.

She also talked about the importance of education, especially vocational education, in Indiana's future, as well as the challenges and opportunities facing our state.

Unfortunately your humble correspondent didn't have the presence of mind to take notes (bad, bad correspondent) so I am leaving out a lot.  But the point is that Jill is out and about.  She looked great - much more rested than one would expect first thing in the morning - and she sounded terrific.

Goodbye to a friend....

Way off topic here, so I ask for your indulgence.

Today, my wife and I had to say "goodbye" to a dear friend.  Bailey had been in our family since 1996. She was a great dog- loved everyone, especially kids!

Last fall we noticed a slight limp in her rear right leg.  It appears she suffered from Degenerative Myelopathy .  This is similar to MS in humans.  The disease progressed quickly.  For the past few weeks, she had been unable use either of her hind legs.

Anyone who has taken that last trip to the vet's office knows how hard it is.

People who do not have pets will never understand the bond that you feel towards them.  Those with pets know exactly what I am talking about.   

I am not asking for pity, rather, I am asking you to do me a favor- if you have a pet, give them an extra hug tonight!  It will make you and your pet feel better.

IF YOU PLAN TO RUN FOR A NATIONAL DELEGATE SPOT-

If you are planning on competing to be a delegate to the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver please be aware of the upcoming deadlines. (We will vote to select the delegates on Saturday, June 21st during the Indiana Democrat State Convention)

From the Indiana Democratic Party Website:

An individual can qualify as a candidate for district-level delegate or alternate to the 2008 Democratic National Convention by filing a statement of candidacy designating his or her presidential (or uncommitted) preference and a signed pledge of support for the presidential candidate (including uncommitted status) with the Indiana Democratic Party located at One North Capitol, Suite 200, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204.  Filing will begin on May 23, 2008 at 9:00 AM (Indianapolis time) at the Indiana Democratic Party headquarters and will extend until noon (12:00 PM Indianapolis time) on June 6, 2008.

If you wish to file and need a form, please contact Mike Bynum, Chair or Deb Morrone, Vice Chair at 478-8239 or via this website. ( information@allencountydemocrats.org)

Please Note: You must be a registered voter in the Third Congressional District to run as a delegate from this district.  If you voted in the last Indiana Primary, you must have voted as a Democrat.

It's Potluck Time!

The Obama campaign is planning a potluck celebration on Tuesday, May 13, 7:15 p.m. at Allen County Democratic Party HQ (1920 Bluffton Road).  Everyone is invited!

Fort Wayne Reader names Knuth a WINNER!

The PAdometer in this weeks "Fort Wayne Reader" names Kevin Knuth as a winner!

Former Allen Co. Democratic Party Chair/current County Council candidate challenges the local GOP ... but for charity not politics. He asking for donations to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Knuth will be locked-up during MDA’s upcoming fund drive and he’s hoping GOP members will donate funds to bail him out. Good luck with that.

Schellinger concedes- Jill Long Thompson to face Daniels

Late this afternoon, Jim Schellinger conceded the Gubernatorial primary to Jill Long Thompson.

She will face Mitch Daniels in November.

Time to get to work Democrats.....we have to "Ditch Mitch"!

Huge Democratic voter turnout in Allen County

Looking over the numbers it continues to look great for the Dems and bleak for the GOP.

In 2004, there were a total of 8,657 votes cast in the Democratic primary in Allen County.  The GOP posted 21,649 votes. 

This year, the GOP posted 20,122 (1,527 less than in 2004).  However, the Democratic vote increased by 53,877 to a whopping 62,534.

HUGE numbers!!!