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The North Raleigh Democrats have reemerged onto the political scene in effort to provide support and a voice for our Democratic Candidates.

We will meet on Monday, June 4th at Zest Cafe (intersection of Six Forks & Strickland) beginning at 6:30pm ending at 8pm. Cost is $20 (Cash, Visa, MC)beer & wine are extra. The food is fresh & fabulous!!!!

Zest has a business to run and they are being very gracious for giving us the restaurant on a night they are typically closed. Out of respect for the owners of Zest (who have graciously opened their restaurant for this private event), we ask all attendees to RSVP by May 31st, 2012 to neuseriverdemocrats@gmail.com

Please note: If you RSVP and then blow off the meeting, you are hurting a local business. If you do not RSVP and show up, there is no gaurantee you will be fed. So, in case you have not picked up on the importance of RSVP-ing by May 31st, 2012 then let us just say.....
it is important you RSVP and stick to it. :-)

The North Raleigh Democrats
(formally N. Wake and/or Neuse River....long story)
will be hosting
Rep. Darren Jackson and Candidate Lori Millberg
on Monday, April 2nd at Zest Restaurant beginning at 6pm.
Zest is located in the Six Forks Station Shopping Center at Six Forks & Strickland Rds.

Cost $18. This goes for everybody. Zest has a business to run and they are being very gracious for giving us the restaurant on a night they are typically closed.

The folks at Zest have created a fabulous menu which includes salad, entree and dessert, beverage for only $18 per person payable either cash or Visa/MC. Beer & Wine are available for an additional charge.

Out of respect for the owners of Zest (who have graciously opened their restaurant for this private event), we ask all attendees to RSVP by March 30th, 2012 to neuseriverdemocrats@gmail.com

Come join us on.....

Thursday, September 22 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm

The Nantucket Grill
1145 Falls River Avenue
Raleigh, NC

Nation Hahn & Aly Sheets of the WCDP Coordinated Campaign will be on hand to lay out how we will win the School Board, Mayoral Races, and Municipal seats.

Bring friends & family who want to be part of a winning team.

Dinner is off the Menu.

RSVP to neuseriverdemocrats@gmail.com or visit us on Facebook!!!!

(Pssst...to Wake Verified Voting...This post or event is not an invitation for you to rant, complain, or stomp your feet.... You are welcomed to the meeting but we need folks who are going to get in the Game and not QB from the sidelines).

Thursday, April 28 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm

The Nantucket Grill
1145 Falls River Avenue
Raleigh, NC

Congressman Brad Miller will provide an update of current legislative activity, how it affects NC, and what we can do about it.

Registration begins at 6pm. The Program will begin at 6:30pm. Hosted by the Neuse River Democrats. Dinner is off the menu.

To RSVP by April 27th or for more info contact Joanne Casey at wcdpvalentine@gmail.com.

There will be a brief HD 40 Precinct Officer Meeting beginning at 5:30pm.

Paving the Way Forward!!! NCDP David Parker to Speak

More Info Paving the Way Forward
Featuring NCDP Chair David Parker
Intro by WCDP Chair Mack Paul
Hosted by: The Wake Forest/Rolesville Democrats

Saturday March 26, 2011 12 Noon Registration 12:15 - Program
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill Meeting Room
11016 Capital Blvd
Wake Forest NC 27587
Lunch is Dutch.

For more information or to RSVP by March 25th to: ratherbnnc@aol.com

Thursday, March 24 · 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location The Nantucket Grill
1145 Falls River Avenue
Raleigh, NC

Damon Circosta is a leading expert on democracy reforms and election law in North Carolina and a statewide syndicated columnist.

Prior to joining the Center, Damon was an attorney and political consultant. A graduate of the University of Arizona School of Law, Damon has worked in the U.S. Senate on campaign reform efforts including the landmark Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act.

As a veteran of several political campaigns, Damon brings a practical approach to issues of election reform and voter education. During his tenure at the Center, the organization has successfully advocated for reforms that increase the flow of information about state government and reduce the distorting effect of special interest money on the democratic process.

Wake County Democratic Party's 31st Annual Valentine Fundraiser
Friday, February 18th, 2011 from 5:30pm – 8pm.
NCAE Building 700 S. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC.

Over 400 local Democratic Elected Officials, Community Leaders, and Volunteers will pack the NCAE Conference Center for food, fellowship, and good ol' politicking.

Congressmen David Price & Brad Miller will be in attendance as we honor their former colleague, Bob Etheridge.

Tickets $25 in advance/$35 at the door
Sponsorships Available

• Congressman Bob & Faye Etheridge will be honored as Sweethearts of the Year.
• Candidates & Elected Officials at all levels of government will be in attendance.
• This year we will be honoring Secretary of State Elaine Marshall and County Commissioner Harold Webb as the Ronnie Condrey Mentoring Award recipients.

For more information call 828-5656 or email admin@wakedems.org

http://www.newsobserver.com/2011/01/15/921606/hayes-likely-pick-to-lead-...

January 20th beginning at 5:30pm, NCDP Chair Candidate Rep. Bill Faison will be hosting a NCDP Fundraiser at The Goodwin House. He will be joined by Members of the Council of State & the General Assembly

SEC Members welcomed to join Bill & our Democratic Leadership. There is no charge for SEC Members.

Come Join Bill and others for food, drink and dialog.

At 6:30pm, the Wake County Democratic Party will have their CEC meeting just around the corner at the NCAE Building.

In regards to a legislator being able to raise money.....

Here is the full text of the statue --
§ 163-278.13B. Limitation on fund-raising during legislative session.
(a) Definitions. - For purposes of this section:

(1) "Limited contributor" means a lobbyist registered under