Jackson County Democrats

Final Burnett - Rizzo Debate

2008-07-22T16:19:00.002-05:00

The State Rep John Burnett and his third time challenger Johnny Joe Rizzo will be held at the Scuola Vita Nuova , 544 Wabash, Kansas City, Mo.

The event, hosted by the local League of Women Voters, begins at 7 p. m.

Click here for a map

Canvassing for Kay

2008-07-14T15:17:00.002-05:00

From the Kay Barnes campaign

--- The Democratic party is recruiting good people to help elect Missouri Democrats, including Kay Barnes for Congress in the 6th District. Are you interested or do you know of anyone who might be interested in canvassing door to door in Clay, Platte, & Eastern Jackson counties or St. Joseph and receive a $50 stipend a day? Canvassers will be on the front lines talking with voters. They will receive training and become apart of a dynamic team working for change. Anyone interested should email Canvass Director Brad Main at bmain at missouridems dot org or call 816-872-5706 for more information. Thanks!

Northeast Candidate Forum

2008-07-07T01:58:00.003-05:00

State Representative John P. Burnett invites us to a candidate forum on Wednesday, July 9, sponsored by the Scarritt Renaissance Neighborhood Association and the Northeast News, where candidates for State Representative and Jackson County Sheriff will speak and answer questions from the audience.

Historic Northeast Candidate Forum 2008
DATE: Wednesday July 9th
TIME: 7:00 P.M.
LOCATION: Melrose United Methodist Church
200 North Bales Kansas City MO
Click here for a map

Obama's Speech in Independence

2008-07-06T02:26:00.001-05:00

July 17 Events

2008-07-05T21:03:00.000-05:00

Meeting of the Raytown Democratic Association
July 17, 7:00 pm
Las Chilis Restaurant
6210 Raytown Trafficway

Click here for a map

Summit Democratic Club Meeting
July 17, 7:30 pm
VFW Hall
329 SE Douglas
Lee's Summit, MO

Click here for a map

Meet the Delegates
Uptown Theatre, 5 pm
3700 Broadway, Kansas City

Click here for a map

A benefit for the Delegates of the KC Metro Area,
Special Guest Kay Barnes

Hosted by: Hon. Claire McCaskill, Hon. Emanuel Cleaver, Hon. Mike Sanders, James B. Nutter, Sr., Hon. Albert Riederer, Ken McClain, Bridgette Williams, Louie Wright, Garry Kemp, Chalrles Hazley, Hon. Craig C. Bland, Jessica Podhola, Mary O'Halloran, Jim Bergfalk, Woody Overton, Pat O'Neil Jr, Hon. John A. Sharp, Teresa Loar, Patrick Gray, Mike White, Steve Glorioso, Marcos& Amanda Deleon, John Mulvihill, Carlos & Alex Ayla, Hon. Terry Riley, Kim Carlos, Terre Manne, Lindsay Runnells, Joe Serviss, John Rizzo.

Suggested Donation: $100.00, $250.00, $500.00, $10000.00.

100% of the Proceeds will be distributed to the Delegates to help pay their travel and lodging expenses.

**Please Make Checks to Delegate Convention Fund**

KC Metro Delegates are: Alvin Brooks, Monica Curls, Velda Cook, Aimee Gromowsky, Debbie Lehr, Dutch Newman, Ed Quick, Karen Payne, Josh Reed, Theresa Garza, Ruiz Sharon, Sanders Brooks, Sarah Starnes, Scott Taylor, Kelvin Walls, Sen. Yvonne Wilson

July 10 Events

2008-07-05T20:39:00.001-05:00

You are invited to a fundraiser for John Bullard, Jackson County Sheriff candidate, at the home
of Keith and Sandy Querry

July 10, 2008 starting at 5:30 pm.
1516 N. Charlton Rd
816-650-5801
BBQ provided by Robbie

Special Guest Governor Roger Wilson

Contribution limits are $1,350.00 per election cycle. Any donation is appreciated.

July 16 Events

2008-07-05T20:17:00.000-05:00

Fundraiser for Margaret Donnelly, candidate for Attorney General

Wednesday, July 16

5:30 to 7:30 pm

Lathrop & Gage

2345 Grand, Kansas City, Mo

Click here for a map

RSVP to Tamara Morris, 816-756-5929

July 31 Events

2008-07-05T20:10:00.000-05:00

From the Jackson County Democratic Committee:

The Democratic Members of the House of Representatives from the Greater Kansas City Area and the members of the The Missouri House Democratic Campaign Committee

Request Your Presence at the Home of

Tom and Lisa Vansaghi
230 W 61st Street
Kansas City, MO 64113

Thursday, July 31, 2008
5:30 – 7:30pm

Light Appetizers and Beverages Will be Served

Requested Contributions: $50 and up

Your support will help us achieve a Democratic majority in House and change the
direction of our state government!

Please make checks payable to:
Missouri House Democratic Campaign Committee
P.O. Box 2235 Jefferson City, MO 65102

To RSVP contact Maggie Dougherty at 573-418-7262
Or e-mail mdougherty at missouridems.org

July 22 Events

2008-07-05T19:27:00.000-05:00

Democrats 21st Century Meeting

Tuesday, July 22
7:00 P.M.
Harvest Hills Community Center
194 Oak Hill Cluster
Independence, MO 64057

Click here for a map

Obama in Independence

2008-06-28T12:33:00.002-05:00

Please join Barack Obama for an event in Independence, where he'll talk about his vision for bringing America together and creating the kind of change we can believe in.

Event with Barack Obama

Truman Memorial Building
416 W. Maple Avenue
Independence, MO

Monday, June 30th
Doors Open: 9:00 a.m.

The event is free and open to the public; however, seating is limited, and tickets are required. Tickets are available on a first-come, first served basis.

http://mo.barackobama.com/Independence

For security reasons, do not bring bags. Please limit personal belongings. No signs or banners permitted.

Happy Hour with Kay Barnes June 25

2008-06-25T00:12:00.002-05:00

Join Mayor Kay Barnes and friends at the Uptown Theater, 3700 Broadway KCMO today from 5:30 to 7 p. m. for an open bar, food, music, and door prizes. Hosted by Larry Sells. RSVP to Amanda at 587-5400.

Fundraiser July 9

2008-06-24T17:02:00.001-05:00

Received from the Jackson County Democratic Committee

The Heavy Constructors Association of Greater Kansas City and BizPAC, the Political Action Committee Of the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce, In partnership with The Civic Council of Greater Kansas City,

Cordially invite you to a fundraising reception honoring

Missouri House of Representatives Democratic Leaders
Featuring special guests
House Democratic Leader Paul LeVota
Representative Trent Skaggs
Representative Mike Talboy

Wednesday, July 9, 2008, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
The Carriage Club, 5301 State Line Road, Kansas City
RSVP by Monday, July 7, 2008, by calling BizPAC at 816/374-5404.

These lawmakers are leaders of the House Democratic Campaign Committee and proud champions of Greater Kansas City. Representative LeVota has been designated by House Democrats as the new Speaker of the House, should Democrats win the majority in this fall's elections. Representatives Skaggs and Talboy would be appointed as chairs of key committees. The business community of Greater Kansas City has enjoyed an excellent relationship with these lawmakers and looks forward to continuing this relationship.

A contribution of $1,000, $2,500, or $5,000 is requested. Please make checks payable to the "House Democratic Campaign Committee"

Jazz for Jason Parson

2008-06-24T16:55:00.002-05:00

The Mutual Musicians Foundation invites you to Jazz for Jason Parson, 49th District State Representative candidate.

June 26, 2008
1822 Highland in Kansas City's historic Jazz District
6 to 9 pm

Chris Koster's Favorite Things?

2008-06-18T00:41:00.003-05:00

Jeff Harris reminds us that Chris Koster was a Republican until August 1, 2007, with this video of Missourians singing about what are alleged to be Chris Koster's favorite things:

Fundraiser for John Burnett Thursday June 19

2008-06-17T19:00:00.002-05:00

Come to the River Market and enjoy the weather while helping State Representative John P. Burnett raise money for his re-election campaign:

Thursday, June 19th
5 to 7 p.m.
523 Grand Avenue in the River Market area.

Click here for more info

Democrats 21st Century Meeting June 24

2008-06-17T18:20:00.001-05:00

Meet other local Democrats! Get together in Eastern Jackson County, support Democratic causes and elect Democrats.

Harvest Hills Community Center (map)
194 Oak Hill Cluster
Independence, MO 64057

BBQ & Fundraiser for Jay Nixon

2008-06-09T12:27:00.002-05:00

Garry Helm and Democrats 21st Century are hosting a Barbecue and Fundraiser for Jay Nixon, sponsored by Senator Victor Callahan, James Kanatzar, Mike Sanders, Denny Waits, Pat Starke, J. Martin Kerr, Sherrie Brady, Ken McClain, Jim Tobin, and Alta Stephens.

Date: Friday, June 13
Time: 5:00 pm
Place: At the home of Garry and Natalie Helm
23100 NW Pink Hill Rd., Blue Springs, Mo
Parking in church lot at corner of Pink Hill and R. D. Mize

Tickets are $30 per person and can be purchased at Democrats 21st Century, 202 West Maple on the Independence Square Call 816-461-2233 for more info.

CCP Endorsements

2008-05-30T17:16:00.002-05:00

The executive committee Committee for County Progress announces the endorsement of the following candidates:

Attorney General: Jeff Harris
Treasurer: Clint Zweifel
Lt. Gov.: Sam Page
44th State House: Amy Coffman
Prosecutor: Jim Kanatzer
Sheriff: John Bullard

Click here for more info

Claire McCaskill on the Colbert Report

2008-05-29T17:14:00.000-05:00

Birthday Party for John Burnett

2008-05-16T20:30:00.002-05:00

Mark your calendar for the May 27 birthday party/fundraiser for John P. Burnett at the Uptown Theater.

Click here for more information.

Democrats 21st Century April Meeting

2008-04-08T18:13:00.002-05:00

This month's Democrats 21st Century April Meeting will be held Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 7:00 PM at

Harvest Hills Community Center
194 Oak Hill Cluster Independence, MO
Independence , MO 64057

Click here for a map

Raytown Democratic Association Meeting Thursday

2008-04-08T18:01:00.002-05:00

The Raytown Democratic Association will be meeting on Thursday, April 17th (as they do on the third Thursday of each month), at Las Chili's Restaurant, 6210 Raytown Trafficway. Click here for a map.

Visit their website for more information.

Dinner With Barack

2008-03-25T14:11:00.002-05:00

From BarackObama.com:

"Too many political fundraisers are hosted by Washington lobbyists and
filled with representatives of special interests.

But our campaign is different.

Our funding comes from a movement of more than one million supporters
like you giving whatever they can afford.

Make a donation in any amount between now and 11:59 pm EDT on Monday,
March 31st, and you could join Barack and three other supporters for an intimate
dinner for five."

Click here for more info

Mike Sanders Birthday Party

2008-03-16T23:12:00.002-05:00

Come join in the fun at a birthday party for County Executive Mike Sanders.

Details:

Wednesday, March 19
5:00 pm-7:30 pm

The Cashew
2000 Grand Boulevard
3rd floor
Kansas City, MO Map

For more information or to RSVP call 816 820-0516.

Reception for Mike Mauer

2008-03-16T23:05:00.003-05:00

You are invited to a reception for Mike Mauer, Candidate, Jackson County Sheriff

Thursday, March 27th, 2008
5:30-7:30pm
Ophelia's Restaurant and Inn
201 N. Main Street
Independence, Missouri 64050 Map