Polk County Democratic Party Weekly Digest: May 30 - June 6, 2021
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Prepare for Voter Registration
Our friends at the Sarasota County Democratic Party have organized a virtual Voter Registration Workshop for Tuesday, June 1 (7-9 pm) open to everyone fighting to turn Florida Blue again! Discussion topics will include VR Training, Volunteer Recruitment for VR, VR Strategy and the use of electronic tools (Hot Blocks/Mapper/Map The Vote/Google Maps). To register, click here.
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As we prepare for the 2022 mid-term elections, the Polk County DEC is seeking individuals to fill these critical volunteer positions. If you have any questions or interest, please contact the relevant person as listed.
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| Job Title |
Desirable Skillset |
Job Description |
Contact Person |
| Volunteer Coordinator |
Organized, moderate computer skill, good interpersonal communication, enjoys socializing and talking to people via text and phone |
Will take responsibility for communicating with new volunteers by text or phone, placing their data in a spreadsheet that will be used by the Office Committee. Will help new volunteers identify a job that they would like to do for the DEC and then connect them with the appropriate Club, Caucus or Committee Chair that is coordinating that job. |
Catherine Price, Chair
Polk County DEC
chairpolkdemfl@gmail.com |
| Voter Registration – Committee Chair |
Enjoys working with people, organized, moderate computer skill level, able to run trainings and communicate well with volunteers |
Will research events and locations for voter registration events throughout Polk County; work with the volunteer coordinator to build and train a team of people that work voter registration events throughout Polk County. Follow all voter registration rules and guidelines and train Voter Registration volunteers on such. |
Veysel Dokur
First Vice-Chair
Polk County DEC
vcpolkdec@gmail.com |
| Campaign & Candidate Recruitment – Committee Chair |
A connector, person that enjoys talking to people and searching various networks for possible Democratic candidates. Resourceful and a strategic, political thinker. |
Will build a team of that will search for Democratic candidates for federal, state and local elections in Polk County. Connect candidates with training and funding resources. Help develop strategies in collaboration with candidates to win campaigns. |
Karen Welzel
State Committeewoman
Polk County DEC
Kwelzel628@gmail.com |
| Legislative Liaison |
Enjoys research; detail oriented; issue driven. Good written and verbal communication skills. Able to utilize Mailchimp and other communication software. |
Will research various issues of interest to Polk County Democrats, understand the legislative process and become knowledgeable of legislation being proposed at the federal, state and local level. Provide education about important upcoming legislation through written media, programs and emails to Polk County Democrats. Encourage lobbying by Polk County Democrats. Possibly put on townhall forums to education Democrats and the community about specific issues. |
Catherine Price, Chair
Polk County DEC
chairpolkdemfl@gmail.com |
| Finance Committee Members |
Knowledgeable of financial management and fundraising process. Good computer skills. Likes to party. |
We need people to help with our financial oversight processes and by writing fundraising letters, calling donors and helping put on fundraising events. If you like to party you might be a good fit for this committee. |
Catherine Price, Chair
Polk County DEC
chairpolkdemfl@gmail.com |
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Juneteenth events are being organized at several locations in Polk County.
Below are highlights from each location, followed by contact details for more information and how to get involved.
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Lakeland: 863-827-3934 Winter Haven: 863-291-5656
Haines City: 863-421-9963 Bartow: 863-221-4072
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Winter Haven seeks residents to serve on a new police advisory board
The newly approved Winter Haven Public Safety Community Advisory Committee will consist of nine community members and two alternates. The committee will have the power to look into closed investigations and ask questions about decisions that were made. Additionally, the committee can look into issues such as officer training or controversial proposals, such as mandating officers wear body cameras. Applications to join the committee closes Monday, May 31. Access applications via the Winter Haven Community tab on www.winterhavenpd.com,
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Insurectionists' attorneys say those who spread misinformation bear responsibility
Falsehoods about the election helped bring insurrectionists to the Capitol on Jan. 6, and now some who are facing criminal charges for their actions during the riot hope their gullibility might save them or at least engender some sympathy.
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Transgender athlete ban hits Gov. DeSantis’ desk
A bill that includes a provision banning transgender athletes from participating in women’s and girls’ sports was moved to the Governor’s desk Friday.
DeSantis has until June 12 to sign or veto the bill. For more, click here.
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Florida Democrats stump for ‘vital’ Biden spending plans
Florida Democrats are looking to rally support for several spending plans backed by President Joe Biden and congressional Democrats.
The federal government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic is likely to be a major issue heading into the 2022 midterm cycle. That election could dictate not only Florida’s congressional party split, but may also impact the 2022 gubernatorial contest. A Red wave year would make it that much harder for Democrats to oust incumbent Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Click here for details.
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Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Ill.) on Friday slammed Rep. Matt Gaetz's (R-Fla.) rhetoric in response to a speech the Florida congressman gave encouraging Americans to use their Second Amendment rights.
Kinzinger condemned his fellow GOP lawmaker, saying that his comments are "why we need a January 6 commission."
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Important Dates and Meetings
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Steering Committee & Regular DEC Meetings
The next DEC Steering Committee meeting will be held on Monday, June 7th.
The next Regular DEC Meeting will be held on Monday, June 14th Click here to register.
(Regular DEC meetings are on 2nd Monday of the month)
Club & Caucus Meetings
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Events Calendar of Clubs and Caucuses
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Keep us up to date: If you would like to feature what your club or caucus is doing or introduce a new president, other office holder or person of interest, please send information to polkdemwd@gmail.com
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Democratic Party of Polk County, Club & Caucus Links
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Mailing Address:
Due to the pandemic the Democratic Party of Polk County has closed the office in Lakeland.
The mailing address is the following:
The Democratic Party of Polk County, 6039 Cypress Gardens Boulevard, Suite 328, Winter Haven, FL 33884
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