Category: Georgia Democrats

  • Rep. John Lewis + Stephen Colbert

    Monday night! Congressman John Lewis will be on the Colbert Report. They will be discussing the Congressman’s new book, “Across the Bridge: Life Lessons and A Vision for Change”, but with Stephen Colbert, anything could happen. They could go out for hot dogs, discuss Super Pacs or get arrested. Join the hilarity on Comedy Central…

  • April FEC Report

    The April FEC Report for the Democratic Party of Georgia is now filed, and well, the news just keeps getting worse. April 28th was the Democratic Party of Georgia’s major fundraiser for the year, the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner, and thus most revenues for the event will be reflected in the April report.  Previous reports show the…

  • Russell Edwards Resigns as DPG Treasurer

    A few days ago I heard that Russell Edwards had announced he would resign as Treasurer of the Democratic Party of Georgia at such time as a new Treasurer could be put in place.  It seems those plans have been moved up.  In an e-mail to the State Committee yesterday afternoon, published here with permission,…

  • This Week’s Event Round Up

    Calendar items, events of interest and cleaning out my in box. Tuesday: What: Fundraiser for Ken Britt running to replace the retiring Kathy Ashe in House District 56. Where: Private Home, RSVP for address. Time: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Cost: $100.00 Campaign Donation Requested RSVP to (404) 939-7754 events {at } kenbritt.com Wednesday: What:…

  • I’m a Nan Fan!

    What: Please join us as we support  a strong defender of our rights in the Georgia General Assembly, Senator Senator Nan Orrock. When: Thursday, May 10, 2012 Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Where: Manuel’s Tavern 602 N Highland Ave Northeast Atlanta, Georgia 30307 Cost: Suggested Minimum Contribution $25.00 Contribution levels: Host Committee: Platinum * $2,500 Gold * $1,000 Silver * $500 Bronze * $250 RSVP to (678) 235-4407 or senator.orrock…

  • People we know, in the news

    Just wanted to take a minute to highlight two folks who were recently profiled in local newspapers. Yes, the dead tree press is still popular in many places.  I’m honored and proud know Melissa, and just recently became acquainted with Josh. County Democratic Committee says re-electing Stoner is job No. 1   MARIETTA — Melissa…