January, 2009

Join The Farm Team at the JJ

Posted by vjp on Jan 30, 2009 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

The transformation made by the Democratic Party of Virginia since 2000 has been nothing short of astounding. Eight years ago, Virginia was believed to be “too red” to be competitive and was not viewed as a key national player. This past Election Day, Barack Obama became the first Democrat in 44 years to carry the Commonwealth. Meanwhile, Mark Warner was elected to the US Senate and Virginia Democrats picked up three congressional seats and control of the delegation! This year, all eyes are on Virginia’s Governor’s race and other statewide and local elections. We must continue investing in Virginia to make sure it stays blue.

The Democratic Party of Virginia’s annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner is the premier Democratic event in the state and will feature the entire Democratic Congressional & State Legislative Delegations. President Bill Clinton will be the keynote speaker. The Farm Team has several tables reserved – join The Farm Team Founders Mary Sue Terry, Susan Platt, Louise Ware, Kate Hanley and other Farm Team members at our tables. The price per ticket is $175.00. To purchase a ticket contact Natalie Jones or Julie Copeland. The tables are filling up so please call soon.

Democratic Party of Virginia – 2009 Jefferson Jackson Dinner
featuring President William Jefferson Clinton

Date: Saturday, February 7^th
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Greater Richmond Convention Center, Richmond, VA
Contribution: Table Sponsorships range from $2,500 – $25,000. Individual tickets start $175. Lobbyist, PAC & Corporate contributions are permitted.
RSVP: Space is limited. Please contact Natalie Jones at 202-297-7507 or by email by January 29^th.

Check out NoLimits.org

Posted by vjp on Jan 29, 2009 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

“…with our ingenuity, creativity, and innovative spirit, there are no limits to what is possible in America. – Hillary Clinton, June 2008″

The above appears in the header of a new site, NoLimits.org. From an email announcing the launch:

NoLimits.org is a new community dedicated to speaking up, sharing ideas and solving problems in our communities, our cities, our states, and our world. It is about empowering one another through our common experiences to address the challenges before us.

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But NoLimits.org isn’t a political organization — it’s a community. And that means we need your voice to make it a success!

Check it out.

Bulova Campaign Call to Arms!

Posted by vjp on Jan 29, 2009 in NoVA | 0 comments

Farm Team-endorsed Fairfax County Board Of Supervisors Chair Candidate Sharon Bulova needs your help to get out the vote for this Tuesday’s election.

Below are volunteer opportunities for the special election coming up on Feb. 3rd.  If you are interested in volunteering, contact Caroline Brooks at c.mck.brooks@gmail.com or by phone at 703-503-2009. This schedule covers the last 4 days of the campaign starting Saturday, January 31st through Tuesday, February 3rd.  During this crucial  time, we will be talking to Sharon’s supporters and mobilizing them to vote on Tuesday so that we can continue the great stewardship of the county that we have gotten from leaders like Kate Hanley and Gerry Connolly.

IF YOU ARE NOT IN NOVA, YOU CAN STILL HELP… MAKE CALLS INTO FAIRFAX COUNTY TO EVERYONE YOU KNOW AND REMIND THEM TO KEEP FAIRFAX MOVING AND VOTE FOR SHARON BULOVA!

YOU CAN ALSO MAKE A NEEDED CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTION TO SHARON BY CLICKING HERE.

AND PLEASE remember to vote next Tuesday, February 3rd. Voting will be at your normal polling location, and polls are open from 6 AM – 7 PM. Click here to find out where you vote.

Absentee voting is currently under way at the Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Room 323, Fairfax, Virginia 22035. You can vote absentee in-person between 8 AM and 6 PM through Friday, and 9 AM – 5 PM on Saturday.

Volunteer opportunities are below the fold.

TFT endorses Wagner for LG

Posted by vjp on Jan 28, 2009 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

At the statewide meeting in Richmond Monday, The Farm Team officially endorsed Jody Wagner for Lieutenant Governor. Below is a message from our endorsee.

Dear Farm Team Members,

Thank you for your endorsement!  I’m so proud to have your support as I run to be the next Lt. Governor of the Commonwealth.  It has been a pleasure to get to know all of you and participate in Farm Team meetings across the state.  Women in Virginia have proven able leaders in the fields of business and commerce, education, medicine, and law.  Unfortunately, too few have followed the footsteps of Mary Sue Terry and Leslie Byrne in pursuing high office in the Commonwealth.  The Farm Team will be integral in helping more women play active roles in Virginia government.

Senate passes Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act

Posted by vjp on Jan 23, 2009 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

On a vote of 61-36, the U.S. Senate passed the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act. The bill had previously failed to make it out of the Senate.

The bill is named for Lilly Ledbetter, a former employee of Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, who sued the company when she discovered after her 19-year career that she was paid much less than her fellow male colleagues. The case eventually made it to the Supreme Court where, in a 5-4 decision, Ledbetter lost her case. The court ruled that employees must file a claim within 180 days of a company’s initial decision to pay a worker less money, regardless of when a discrepancy is discovered.

The bill overturns that Supreme Court decision, making each paycheck a new violation of the law and thereby extending the statute of limitations.