Events

« October 27, 2007 - November 26, 2007 »
 
10 / 27
10 / 28
Start: 10:30 am
End: 12:30 pm

Lunch and Book Signing with
Master of Ceremonies Daniel Stern

Guest Speakers
John Dean, Author of “Broken Government: How Republican Rule Destroyed the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial Branches”
&
General Wesley K. Clark, Author of “A Time to Lead”

With Elected Officials & Representatives of Presidential Candidates

Individual Ticket - $50
Sponsorships $250 - $5,000 (Includes Sponsorship Reception at 11:30)

RSVP/Questions - Jean at 310-456-1242 or malibudems@earthlink.net

Start: 5:30 pm
End: 8:00 pm

Valley Democrats United and Progressive Democrats of Los Angeles proudly present:
an evening with noted Politically Progressive author/documentarian NORMAN SOLOMON, discussing his latest book, “MADE LOVE, GOT WAR: Close Encounters with America's Warfare State (October 2007).”
The Los Angeles Times called that book "brutally persuasive" and "a must-read for those who would like greater context with their bitter morning coffee, or to arm themselves for the debates about Iraq that are still to come." He will also talk about making the documentary "War Made Easy," based on his 2005 book, "War Made Easy: How Presidents and Pundits Keep Spinning Us to Death."

Solomon has appeared as a guest on many media outlets including the PBS NewsHour With Jim Lehrer, CNN, MSNBC, Fox News Channel, C-SPAN, public radio's Marketplace, and NPR's All Things Considered, Morning Edition and Talk of the Nation.

Margie Murray, VDU newsletter Editor and Mimi Kennedy, PDA national spokesperson will be taking questions from the audience in a town hall meeting format.

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11 / 1
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11 / 3
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

The Chair and Officers of DPSFV invite the Presidents of clubs affiliated with the Democratic Party of the San Fernando Valley to a Presidents Brunch.

As we move into the election cycle let’s start our conversation about how we will participate and ensure Democratic Victory in 2008. Let’s enjoy a great brunch, talk and share ideas about:

• The DPSFV Offices for 2008
• What you would like from DPSFV
• What DPSFV can do to support your club
• And anything else on your minds

(Parking Available in the Rear. Handicapped Accessible both front and rear.)

11 / 4
11 / 5
Start: 7:00 pm

Our monthly eboard meeting. All Democrats are invited to come to our meetings however only board members can vote.

11 / 6
11 / 7
11 / 8
11 / 9
11 / 10
Start: 12:30 pm
End: 3:00 pm

In honor of Veteran’s Day, 4 Star Democratic Club, LAX Area Democratic Club, and Citizens for Veterans’ Rights will hold a forum Saturday, November 10, 2007 on the issues active duty military, Reserve, Guard and military veterans face today. We will hear from a high profile panel of veterans what it takes to win the veteran vote. With 24 million veterans across the country, with heavy populations in many key states, winning the veteran vote can literally turn this next election around. For very veteran vote we win we can bring in three more (families and friends) votes.

The crisis of leadership since 2001 has led to the numerous ominous signs, which Democrats must point to in any discussion of national security. Only a concerted effort at improving the present military conditions will help to stem problems such as these.

Join us to become conversant with veterans and heavily pro-military voters on key issues that will help them to understand exactly how the Democratic Party is their natural home.

11 / 11
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm

Children of Jewish Holocaust Survivor Parlor Speaker Series Presents

THE NEXT PRESIDENT AND THE JEWISH PEOPLE

Sunday, November 11, 2007
2 p.m.
Sportsmen’s Lodge
12825 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604 •
(818) 769-4700

A Debate and Dialogue
Larry Greenfield, California Director, Republican Jewish Coalition
Andrew Lachman, President, Democrats for Israel, Los Angeles
Moderated by Steven Goldberg, Vice President, CJHSLA; National Vice President ZOA

• There is no such thing as an insignificant election for the President of the United States, but rarely have the stakes been as high as in the 2008 race.

• Voters will be asked to choose who can best lead our country to deal with Iraq and Afghanistan, can best handle a Iran Russia, and can best deal with ongoing social, environmental and economic problems.

for reservations: Doris Wise Montrose
E-mail: doris@cjhsla.org or call (818) 704-0523
Light refreshments
Suggested donation: $10 per person

11 / 12
11 / 13
11 / 14
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:30 pm

Our November book is Screwed: The Undeclared War Against the Middle Class -- and What We Can Do About It, by Thom Hartmann.

Air America Radio host Thom Hartmann is heard locally on KTLK AM 1150, broadcast live Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm. Thom is a four-time Project Censored Award-winning, bestselling author and former psychotherapist. He is a lay scholar of the history and textual analysis of the United States Constitution, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD), electronic voting fraud, corporatism/globalization and environmental issues such as global warming.

Note the new meeting location: El Torito Grill Patio, 818-907-7172, 15301 Ventura Blvd in Sherman Oaks at the Galleria Mall (Ventura & Sepulveda). Please plan to arrive between 6:30 and 7:00 to order your meal and be prepared for a lively discussion. Everyone is invited to join us and participate in the discussion whether or not you have read the book.

You can order the book at http://www.valleygrassrootsfordemocracy.com/bookclub. VGFD will make a commission for each book purchased through this link.

11 / 15
Start: 5:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm

Speakers will present positions on the State and City propositions on the February ballot.

The NVDC meets on the third Thursday every month. Come for dinner at 6:30, meeting at 7:00. For information, contact Pauline Posner 818-341-1955.

Start: 5:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm

Come meet Russ Warner and hear him discuss his plans to go head-to-head with David Dreier in the 26th congressional district. Just think how it would feel to send David Dreier packing!

Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

VGFD'S November meeting will take place on Thursday, November 15, at 7:00 pm (not Saturday!).

This will be our last regular meeting in 2007. We will be breaking out into small groups to discuss our priorities and where we want to concentrate our efforts for 2008. We'll also finalize our plans for our holiday party and community service efforts.

11 / 16
Start: 4:00 pm
Start: Friday, November 16, 2007 - 4:00pm
End: Sunday, November 18, 2007 - 11:59am

California Democratic Party Executive Board Meeting

For more information go to http://www.cadem.org/site/c.jrLZK2PyHmF/b.3522869/k.1E11/November_2007_E...

11 / 17
(all day)
Start: Friday, November 16, 2007 - 4:00pm
End: Sunday, November 18, 2007 - 11:59am

California Democratic Party Executive Board Meeting

For more information go to http://www.cadem.org/site/c.jrLZK2PyHmF/b.3522869/k.1E11/November_2007_E...

11 / 18
End: 11:59 am
Start: Friday, November 16, 2007 - 4:00pm
End: Sunday, November 18, 2007 - 11:59am

California Democratic Party Executive Board Meeting

For more information go to http://www.cadem.org/site/c.jrLZK2PyHmF/b.3522869/k.1E11/November_2007_E...

11 / 19
11 / 20
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

VALLEY DEMS UNITED PROUDLY WELCOMES PROGRESSIVE AUTHOR TOM HAYDEN

speaking on his new book
"ENDING THE WAR IN IRAQ"

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20th, 7 pm sharp
open to the public

no charge
Lite refreshments
suggested donation $10.00

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