Obama/McCain Debate Watch Party at High School

Come to the debate watch paty at Trotwood Madison Hign School.
Doors open at 8, September 26th. Park in the back and enter through right hand double doors.

For more details visit
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/debatewatchparty/gs7848

Truth In Advertising, Don't Let The Facts Get In Your Way

McCain attack ads have been getting attention. Now it seems there is one after another taken directly from the Rove handbook. As a group it paints a disturbing picture of how we would be led by our noses for the next four years. This video summarizes that most recent barrage. Help combat the lies. Tell your neighbors in Trotwood and everywhere that you decry these "truths" from McCain. Support Barak Obama this November.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IH0xzsogzAk

Obama At Stebbins High School in Riverside Ohio

The Obama Campaign came to town today. Nearly a dozen members of the Trotwood Democratic Club made the trek to Stebbins High School and lined up in the early morning drizzle. He used the occaision to unveil his new education proposals as he shifts the campaign, defining the issues clearly. Ironically his opponents were in nearby Lebanon Ohio holding a cheerleading campaign full of feel good one liners and short on substance. Besides our club members there were lots of teachers in the audience that received the Obama education platform with applause and cheers. One teacher told us that his plan gets at least an A- compared to his opponents plan which is so sparsely defined it is non existant.

Obama Volunteers Hit Trotwood Streets

Armed with clipboards full of voter information volunteers pour out of the Obama offices on Main Street on a recent Sunday afternoon to go door-to-door for Obama. On this day about 20 volunteers gave an afternoon to help make our country better. More volunteers are needed. Call 837-7800 for more information.

Trotwood Club Annual Dinner Sept 26th

The 34th Annual Trotwood Democratic Club Dinner will feature House of Representatives Candidate Jane Mitikides.
Many observers feel Jane is well positioned to take the seat by riding the wave of change voters created two years ago when Democrats took back the majority in the House.
The dinner is on September 26th will be held at the Montgomery County Democratic Headquarters building at 131 S Wilkerson St.. Dinner is catered by Rob’s of Brookville and features a meet and greet cocktail hour at 6pm with dinner starting promptly at 7pm. Tickets are $20. Club members are eligible for a $5 ticket discount.
This is our major fundraiser and we encourage you to buy tickets even if you are unable to attend. Call 837-7800 for more information.

Candidates Fall 2008

There are no Trotwood officials up for election this November but there are some extremely important regional choices and of course the selection of our next Democratic President of The United States Barack Obama.
President Barack Obama and VP Joe Biden
http://www.barackobama.com/
U.S. Congress 3rd District: Jane Mitakides http://www.jane08.com
Ohio Attorney General
Richard Cordray http://www.cordrayforohio.com
Ohio Supreme CourtJoseph D. Russo, http://www.judgerussoforjustice.com Peter M. Sikora, http://www.sikoraforjustice.com
Ohio House of Representatives
40th District: Roland Winburn http://www.rolandwinburn.com
Montgomery County Court of Common PleasJudge Frances E. McGee, http://www.francesmcgee.com Judge A.J. WagnerJudge Barbara P. GormanJudge Mary L. Wiseman, http://www.judgewiseman.com
Montgomery County Commissioner Judy Dodge, http://www.votejudydodge.com Commissioner Debbie LiebermanRecorder Willis Blackshear http://www.williseblackshear.com Treasurer Carolyn Rice, http://carolynrice.com Clerk of Courts Gregory Brush http://www.GregoryABrush.org Sheriff Michael Tenore, http://www.tenoreforsheriff.com Prosecutor Mat Heck, Jr.Engineer Joseph Litvin

The President’s Perspective

Answers.com defines coattail effect as “The ability of the candidate heading a party ticket to help carry into office lesser candidates from the same party who appear on the same ballot.” I’m sure all good democrats are hoping that Barack Obama’s name at the top of the ballot will carry the rest of the Democratic candidates on to victory. But if we want to insure a Democratic victory we have to show enthusiasm for all of our candidates from top to bottom. And, when you consider the work that is done in the courtrooms, the county, the statehouse, state offices, and the U. S. Congress, there are no lesser candidates. No matter what position they hold on the ticket, elected officials affect our lives daily.
When I was a child, my grandfather advised me that the way to vote was to enter the voting booth and pull all the levers labeled “Democrat”. I’ve since learned that not all Democrats are perfect and I’ve learned that judges carry no party designation by their name on the ballot. So, while I generally try to ascribe to my grandfathers rule, I know to learn about our candidates before I vote, and to pay special attention to judges who always get placed at the bottom of the ballot.
Notice the concept is coattail effect, not coattail guarantee. If a Democratic victory were a guarantee then we could all sit down, shut up, clutch our purses tightly, and maintain our business as usual daily routines. But we know that in life and politics there are no guarantees. So our candidates locally, statewide, and nationwide are off and running as hard as they can toward Election Day. They can’ t do it alone so we Democrats must stand up, speak up, open up our wallets, open up our schedules, and open up our hearts and minds to the proposition that together we can work for a better tomorrow for all America.
Be well, work hard, and God bless.
Wanda Adams, President

Next Meeting September 11th

The next regular meeting on September 11th will feature presentations on several upcoming local levy votes this November. The Trotwood-Madison City Schools is seeking their first operating levy increase in over 10 years. The City of Trotwood is asking for two small street levy renewals and a new 3.5 mil street levy.
Also expect to see many of the local candidates running for offices this fall. This is also a good place to pick up literature and signs for your favorite candidates.
The club will consider voting on endorsements for the levy elections at this meeting. The club meetings are held at 7pm in the Trotwood United Church of Christ, 18 N. Broadway. Everyone is welcome.

Obama Office Opens

The Obama Presidential Campaign has opened a local office right here in Trotwood!. Bonnie and Paul Shenk have donated use of their offices at 100 East Main St to coordinate local phone banks and canvassing right up to election day.
Of course you will be able to get signs and bumper stickers as they become available too. Bonnie and Paul are committed to ending the Bush III presidency and need our help. Call and ask how you can volunteer a few minutes to make a difference for Change You Can Believe In.
Every Tuesday evening from 6 - 9pm there will be phone calling and on Sundays from 2 - 6 pm there will be canvassing.
For more information call 837-7800 or stop by to help Barack Obama make a better America.

Picture From 2008 Picnic

Montgomery County Treasurer Carolyn Rice and Trotwood Councilwoman Barbara Staggs enjoyed the good food in Bob's back yard at the annual picnic. Over 50 attended this year!