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Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Who's Running In Austin?


Last week I offered to post here the contact information (and even a short blurb of about a hundred words) for anyone running in the five Dallas County State Senate districts for delegate, SDEC member, convention committee member, elector, and so on, at this year's State Convention. I calculate that between us all five districts will choose over sixty people to these many spots. The offer will remain open, and this list will be updated, at least through the time I leave for Austin Thursday, and right up until voting if the TDP actually comes through with live-blogging wireless access and power connections. Email me to stoutdemblog AT yahoo DOT com. Here's what I've received so far:

DISTRICT 2:

For National Delegate (Clinton):

Darlene Ewing email: chair AT dallasdemocrats DOT org 214-821-8331

For National Delegate (Obama):

David Brown email: dbbtexas AT gmail DOT com 214-282-0663
I am Precinct Chair in Sunnyvale on the east side of Dallas County. I know the rural parts of our district, having graduated from Wills Point High School. And I know the Dallas portion of our district, having graduated from SMU and practiced law in Dallas since 1995 (as in-house counsel for IBM the last 7 years). My home Precinct has a history of domination by Republicans but this year we turned out nearly as many Democrats as Republicans for the primary and caucus and we plan to build on that momentum through the fall. For the primary, I knocked on doors in the rain, made calls, and worked the polls all day, as I know many of you did. That effort will help us unify our party this fall, unify our country, and give Barack Obama the mandate for change and the strong congressional majority he needs to get our country back on track. I want to go to Denver and ensure our part of the Great State of Texas joins in that chorus for change.

For Presidential Elector:

Gay Michele email: mstical1 AT aol DOT com 972-216-9234 Attended almost every precinct and SD convention since 1972; Attended every state convention since 1988; Precinct chair since 2000; Kerry elector from SD2 2004; Chaired resolutions committee SD2 2002, 2004, 2006 and 2008; Served on resolutions committee state convention 2006; Sustaining member DCDP; Volunteered on numerous campaigns on county, state and national levels. As a government professor at El Centro college I have encouraged young people to become involved in the democratic process. I am very proud that this year at least 50 of my students attended their precinct conventions and many of them have gone to to the SD convention. At least 5 of them will be attending their first state convention in Austin this year.

For State Democratic Executive Committee:

Martha Williams (incumbent) email: ervinstrategies AT comcast DOT net

Steve Tillery (incumbent) email: satillery AT gmail DOT com 214-821-8331


DISTRICT 8:

For State Rules Committee:

Michele Wong Krause email: mwong AT airmail DOT net 214-373-6565

For National Delegate (Clinton):

Jeanne S. Rubin email: jsr6959 AT gmail.com 469-682-2198 webpage

Lenna Webb email: msnilknarf AT tx.rr DOT com 972-732-7712 Qualities you need in a Delegate to represent you in Denver at the National Democratic Convention: Leadership - Experience - Knowledge and Savvy to Navigate the System - Commitment to Democrats, No Matter Who Is Selected to Head our Ticket. If Elected, I will bring my experiences back to SD8 and put them to work in the service of Democrats. Vote for Lenna Webb, 2nd Term as President of North Dallas Texas Democratic Women, for delegate to National Convention.

Janice Schwarz email: janiceschwarz@sbcglobal.net 214-460-7283 webpage I would be honored to represent SD 8 in Denver. Besides the excitement of attending a historical convention, I look forward to learning grassroots organizing strategies, for winning House Dist. 102, restoring the Texas State House back to Democrats and helping turn Texas blue. Field Director – Carol Kent Campaign TX House Dist. 102; DCDP Strategic Planning Comm. - Responsible for Coordinated Campaign Precinct Targeting for 2008; Democratic Precinct Chair 1809; North Dallas Democrats HD 102 Club – Vice President; North Dallas Texas Democratic Women – Board Member; Co-Chair Nomination Committee 2008 SD 8 Dallas County Senatorial Convention; Regional Field Coordinator – Harriet Miller Campaign TX House Dist. 102; Prec. Captain — Martin Frost Campaign

Michele Wong Krause email: mwong AT airmail DOT net 214-373-6565


DISTRICT 9:

For State Nominations Committee:

Joseph Oguntodu email: joseph.oguntodu AT live DOT com 469-364-1172

For Nominations Committee for At-Large Delegates to the National Convention:

Joseph Oguntodu email: joseph.oguntodu AT live DOT com 469-364-1172

For National Delegate (Obama):

Carter Thompson 214-739-4444


For Presidential Elector:

Joseph Oguntodu email: joseph.oguntodu AT live DOT com 469-364-1172


DISTRICT 16:

For State Credentials Committee:

Sally Garcia email: sally_garcia AT yahoo DOT com 214-827-2308 5623 Anita St., Dallas 75206 webpage (pdf)
I worked on the Senate District 16 Credentials Committee this year and in 2004 served on the Nominations Committee. On the day of our convention, I helped resolve delegate credentials problems without regard to the presidential preference of the delegate and I will exert the same kind of energy and commitment on the State Credentials Committee if you elect me. It is of utmost importance that the person representing the 16th Senatorial District be able to work with others on the committee to create an environment which will allow all Texas Democrats to leave the convention with a desire to see the party united for victory in November. I believe that I am that kind of person.

Michelle "Chella" Cardona email: be.chella AT gmail DOT com 512-585-4778 webpage (pdf)

Ona Harris email: ona AT airmail DOT net 214-597-1922 I have served as a volunteer for many campaigns and at the county HQ for Bill Howell; been an election judge for most of 35 years; and been a delegate to the state conventions of either Oklahoma or Texas since I was 21 years old. I am an outspoken believer in voting and being counted. I have worked on the credentials committee at the regional level several times. We are all Democrats, first and foremost. I will be fair. And I am Proud, very Proud that we have so many excited, enthusiastic, political minded DEMOCRATS! This is the way to change the course of history. This is the time to change the attitude of our country. Now is our time to shine. And when we are all done.....we will all hold hands, let's sing "This Land is Your Land (thank you Woody Guthrie) and win the White House!


For Nominations Committee for At-Large Delegates to the National Convention:

Dr. David E. Johnson email: d-johns At swbell DOT net 214-520-8164 4131 Douglas Ave., Dallas 75219 webpage (pdf)

For State Platform Committee:

Tom Blackwell email: decision AT sbcglobal DOT net 214-361-5275 webpage(pdf)


For National Delegate (Clinton):

Barbara Rosenberg email: berosenberg AT sbcglobal DOT net 214-923-8067 webpage (pdf)

Theresa Daniel email: tmdan34 AT aol DOT com 214-327-4424 webpage (pdf)

Jay Narey email: jaynarey AT swbell DOT net webpage (pdf) I would like to ask for your vote for the Male Clinton Delegate position representing SD 16. I have been continually active in the Democratic Party for the last two and half decades and am very honored to have earned the support and endorsements of Party and Community leaders, Precinct Chairs, as well as 3 past National Delegates. Please visit the link above for a brief bio and detailed list of my Party experience at many different levels. Thank you for your consideration!

Trent Hagler email: thglr AT aol DOT com 214-507-1998 Trust: I have the commitment and trust to work for and with our Party’s ultimate nominee. Vision: I understand the need to continue getting the attention and attendance of national and statewide leadership to our District and County. Experience: I have direct experience and an impressive track record of achievements resulting from dedication, hard work and commitment.

Jeff Strater email: jeffstrater AT usa DOT net 214-893-1336
I was honored to be elected by my precinct as a state delegate and would be honored to serve as your national delegate. I have been a supporter and financial contributor to Hillary Clinton's campaign for over a year. Led precinct efforts that won both the primary and the caucus. Mobilized senate/county convention delegates throughout the state and made hundreds of phone calls to primarny voters in multiple states. Sustaining member and activist for the Dallas County Democratic Party for the past 12 years. Founded the Park Cities/Central Dallas Democrats in 1996. Elected as the Democratic Party nominee for Dallas County Clerk in 1998. Fundraising Chair for the Dallas County Democratic party leading efforts from 2000 through 2004. Involved in neighborhood issues and have served as an appointee to the City of Dallas Planning and Zoning Commission for three terms.

Philip C. Crouse email: crouse_phil AT msn DOT com 214-906-1900 webpage (pdf)

Melvin M. Munch Jr. email: MelvinMunch AT sbcglobal DOT net 3362 Merrell Rd., Dallas 75229 webpage (pdf)

For National Delegate (Obama):

Erin Moore email: erinmoore AT aol DOT com
214-734-1413 webpage (pdf)

Jessica Burnham-Hinton email: Yellowdog2002 AT hotmail DOT com 214-823-1959 webpage (pdf)
I have been an active member of the Texas Democratic Party since I voted in my first Primary in 1984. I have attended every Texas Democratic Convention since 1986. I have long been an activist for the environment, women’s rights, human rights, equality, and persons with disabilities. Even through various personal crises, I have remained a steadfast Democratic Party activist.This is the first year I have run for National Delegate. I believe I am ready to take a step forward in leadership. I want to represent the "fightin' 16th" in Denver.

Ruth Franklin email: nruthmf AT aol DOT com 214-499-4833

Mary Warren email: maryewarren2 AT mac DOT com
214-522-1389 4312 McKinney Avenue #16, Dallas 75205 webpage (pdf)

Maridell Templeton email: maridellt AT hotmail DOT com 214-343-MARI

Vicki Blanton email: VDBlanton AT aol DOT com
469-831-5343

Gillian Parrillo email: gillianpar AT earthlink DOT net 916-747-4140
Obama Dallas Leadership Council member who has had the honor of spending many hours per week in various roles assisting the grassroots organization including staffing the front desk during the run up to the primary, staffing various large-scale events, planning a Dallas-wide voter registration program, serving as a Deputy Voter Registrar, writing the Obama digest newsletter, fundraising, recruiting additional volunteers, serving as precinct captain and assisting the Obama for America campaign in collecting and organizing the candidate data for State elections; Retired Fortune 1000 executive; Long term supporter of the Democratic party and of peace and women's rights having marched in many important events includng ratification of the ERA, protest against the invasion of Iraq, the Women's March on Washington; Member and financial supporter of: DNC, MoveOn.org, Planned Parenthood, NARAL, Texas Majority Builders and the Obama campaign. Proud mother of an Obama Delegate to the Hawaii convention.

Chris Luna email: LunaLawOffice AT aol DOT com
972-495-8425 P. O. Box 1523, Dallas 75221 webpage (pdf)

Alex Bashiti email: aramex At tx.rr DOT com 972-494-0322

Rollin Gary email dchair1140 AT att DOT net 214-739-3358

Jeff Templeton 214-341-0319

Dr. Gus A. Perez email: gusaperez AT sbcglobal DOT net 214-558-9600 webpage (pdf)

Joe S. Rowe email: joe AT obamadallas DOT com
972-690-1575 405 Tiffany Trail, Richardson 75081 webpage (pdf)

James Van Sickle email: james AT vansickle DOT us 214-399-1254 webpage (pdf)


For Presidential Elector:

Michelle Love email: Michellelove39 AT sbcglobal DOT net 5919 Hudson, Dallas 75206 469-767-8277 Nationally, I've volunteered with the Gore, Kerry and Obama campaigns. On Election Day in 2004, I worked with the Dallas Democratic Party Office by driving people to the polls. Last summer, my daughter and I volunteered at the YDA National Convention which was held here in Dallas. Locally, I've volunteered with Angela Hunt’s city council campaign and Trinity Vote. I also worked with Judge Martin Hoffman on his campaign. I've participated in anti-war protest in Boston before the war started and here in Dallas over the last five years. I'm also a member of Move On, Democracy for America, Progressive Democrats of America, Sierra Club and Oxfam. I'm an Obama Delegate Captain in SD 16. In my precinct 1224, I organized a "Postcards for Pennsylvania" event where we wrote over 200 postcards that were sent to potential voters.

Donald Crook e-mail: dcrookhome AT aol DOT com 214-826-2978
I unequivocally pledge to vote for the Democratic nominee for President after that candidate wins Texas in November! I bring extensive practice and professional experience and skills to this important job. I am a practicing attorney with many years of experience in government matters. I was with Kimberly-Clark for 15 years, where I directed the government relations function, and was the chief corporate attorney and an officer. I also worked for law firms in New York City, and for a U.S. Senate Subcommittee. I am a lifelong Democrat, and have been involved in every Presidential campaign since 1972. I have been actively involved in the grassroots campaign for Sen. Obama, where I: raised funds for and distributed 2,000 Obama yard signs; defeated a challenge to my Precinct's delegates at the District Convention; Chair of my Precinct's delegation to that Convention; an Obama captain; and a Team Leader for the State Convention.


For State Democratic Executive Committee:

Theresa Daniel (incumbent) email: tmdan34 AT aol DOT com 214-327-4424 webpage (pdf)

David Bradley email: dwbradley AT sbcglobal DOT net 214-213-1994 3464 Webb Garden Drive, Dallas 75229-5934 webpage (pdf)
David Bradley has been active in the Democratic Party for almost 25 years; is a former President of Dallas County Young Democrats, a longtime precinct chair; serves on the DCDP Advisory Committee; is a Sustaining Member of the DCDP and the TDP, and has been active in numerous campaigns over the years including his own for Dallas County Tax Assessor-Collector in 1992. He serves as Treasurer for the DCDP as well as Ken Molberg’s judicial campaign. David has been endorsed by many current and former elected officials, party officials and precinct chairs as well as many individuals who are participating in the convention process for the first time.

Bruce Rothstein email: bersmr AT prodigy DOT net 214-739-4617 6446 Joyce Way, Dallas 75225 webpage (pdf)

Juan Ayala email: jja613 AT sbcglobal DOT net 214-632-9085


DISTRICT 23:

For State Resolutions Committee:

Joe Biggs 214-207-9199

Kenneth Martin email: DmsKMart AT aol DOT com 214-680-0992 1409 S. Lamar St., Suite 216, L.B. 40, Dallas 75215 I previously worked in politics and I served in government at the state and federal levels (Massachusetts and Texas). My graduate and undergraduate training is in public policy and government (MPP from the JFK School of Government -- Harvard). My professional training is in the law (I've practiced since 1990). As a life-long Democrat and a student and practitioner of public policy, I have a keen interest, I am qualified and I am more than able to represent our Senatorial District and our State at the National Convention. I hope to meet you, later this week!


For Nominations Committee for At-Large Delegates to the National Convention:

Sarah Duncan email: sarahannduncan AT yahoo DOT com 214-562-6792

Sandra Biggs email: proudnavydaughter AT yahoo DOT com 214-598-8801

Kevin Felder email: feldersellshomes AT swbell DOT net 214-559-6999 8404 Capriola Lane, Dallas 75228


For National Delegate (Clinton):

Ann Hubener email: ann AT annhubener DOT com 972-841-6442

Sandra Biggs email: proudnavydaughter AT yahoo DOT com 214-598-8801

Anne Brabham anneb2005 at yahoo DOT com 214-552-1217

Neil Emmons email: neilemmons AT gmail DOT com 214-521-5260 P.O.Box 191474, Dallas 75219

Paul Tran email: pauljtran AT gmail DOT com

John Tackaberry email: demjohnt AT gmail DOT com 214-707-2157
As a long-time Democratic activist in Dallas County, I have volunteered to help elect Victor Morales, Regina Montoya Coggins, Manny Molera, Judge Ron Chapman, Pauline Dixon, Martin Frost, and Will Pryor to Congress; John Kerry in 2004; volunteering and fundraising for Harriet Miller, Katy Hubener, and Chris Bell; fundraising and organizing for Jim Foster; and managing Eric Roberson's campaign. I have served in the 23rd Senatorial District Precinct Chair Organization since its founding in 2001; on the board of Texas Democratic Women, North Dallas chapter; as an Election Judge; and am a member of the Stonewall Democrats.


For National Delegate (Obama):

Jerry Farmer email: jerry_farmer_mpa AT yahoo DOT com 318-280-7950

Kevin Felder email: feldersellshomes AT swbell DOT net 214-559-6999 8404 Capriola Lane, Dallas 75228
I have served as a precinct chair, election judge, deputy voter registrar and delegate to the Texas State Democratic Convention over the last 22 years. I have worked as a volunteer in school board campaigns all the way up to presidential campaigns. I am serving as a Barack Obama precinct captain. I have donated money to the Barack Obama campaign, made telephone calls and knocked on doors. I hope that you will agree that I have earned your support as your next 23rd senatorial district committeeman and National Delegate.

Kenneth Martin email: DmsKMart AT aol DOT com 214-680-0992 1409 S. Lamar St., Suite 216, L.B. 40, Dallas 75215 I previously worked in politics and I served in government at the state and federal levels (Massachusetts and Texas). My graduate and undergraduate training is in public policy and government (MPP from the JFK School of Government -- Harvard). My professional training is in the law (I've practiced since 1990). As a life-long Democrat and a student and practitioner of public policy, I have a keen interest, I am qualified and I am more than able to represent our Senatorial District and our State at the National Convention. I hope to meet you, later this week!


For Presidential Elector:

Eli Davis email: eli-davis AT msn DOT com I am Eli Davis, a candidate for Presidential Elector. I live in the 30th U. S. Congressional District, 23rd State Senatorial District, 111th State House District. I am serving my 32nd year as a Democratic Precinct Chair and am an alumnus of the State Democratic Executive Committee. As a strong grassroots Democratic worker, I am determined that "a change" has to occur. I will represent you well as Presidential Elector and vote as directed by the Electorate. I respectfully ask that you vote for me during the 23rd Caucus at State Convention. YOU CAN RELY ON ELI.

Carolyn King Arnold email: ckarnold53 AT yahoo DOT com
Sustaining Member - Dallas Democrat Party; Veteran Delegate - Precinct - 3537 - Local and State Conventions; Voting Constitutent - Dallas County Democrat - 28 years; Resolutions Committee Member - 2008 Convention;
Political Campaign Volunteer - Dallas County - 28 years (local, state, national races); Past Secretary - Progressive Voters League - New Era; President - Glen Oaks Homeowners Association - 3537 - 23rd Senatorial District; Organizer - Glen Oaks "Meet the Candidates Neighborhood Forum" 2006; Veteran Educator - Government, Economics, Technology -Dallas ISD -Yvonne A. Ewell Campus; Member - Friendship West Baptist Church; The experience that I will gain as a Presidential Elector will be used to educate and prepare others to get involved more actively in the process. This is not a responsibility that I will take for granted. As elector, I not only stand as a representative of the Democratic Party but of the People of Texas. I have always been and will always be a "die hard" Democrat. Remember....You Can "Count on Carolyn" Democratas Unidos!



For State Democratic Executive Committee:

Ken Molberg (incumbent) email: kmolberg AT wwmlawfirm DOT com 214-748-5276 2214 Main St., Dallas 75201 campaign website: http://www.kenmolberg.com/

Kevin Felder email: feldersellshomes AT swbell DOT net 214-559-6999 8404 Capriola Lane, Dallas 75228
I have served as a precinct chair, election judge, deputy voter registrar and delegate to the Texas State Democratic Convention over the last 22 years. I have worked as a volunteer in school board campaigns all the way up to presidential campaigns. I am serving as a Barack Obama precinct captain. I have donated money to the Barack Obama campaign, made telephone calls and knocked on doors. I hope that you will agree that I have earned your support as your next 23rd senatorial district committeeman and National Delegate.

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