Dear nancy, Good Afternoon!
Whew -- this is one of the best newsletters in a long time - just so much going on right now ! Two fantastic screenings you can attend, have a cocktail or a beer with a fellow liberal and attend some of the fantastic Democratic group events !
Check out the great videos and photos of actions by ocal Walmart workers and anti -war protestors.
Remember --just because YOU NEVER see it on local media doesn't mean it doesn't happen. I almost always am Tweeting about local actions, so follow @NTXProgressive and send me a tweet or an email about your events and I will help you get the word out !
Make sure you get The Wonk Gap ( Krugman article ) around, so many of your friends and neighbors listen to Republicans and they really have no idea what will be available to them and their families on Oct 1st so you will have to educate them about Obamacare ( ACA) !
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Battle Year 2014: Texas Primaries and Politics - | 
Battle Year 2014: Texas Primaries and Politics - Tue., Sept. 10, 2013, is the first day precinct chair candidates can file for a place on the 2014 primary ballot. For the Democratic Network Educational Forum at 10:45 a.m. on Sat., Sept. 14th, Tanene Allison, Texas Democratic Party Communications Director, will join Judge Bonnie Goldstein and Michael Handley to discuss the statewide and county level offices up for the March 4, 2014 primary election. The discussion will cover the candidates who have announced they will file to have their name listed on the 2014 Democratic and Republican primary ballots, the primary ballot filing process, the party run primary election process, precinct conventions, senatorial district v. county conventions, and what happens at each party's state convention. Tanene Allison will review what the Texas Democratic Party and And organizations are doing to expand the base of Texas Democratic voters for the 2014 election. Join us at the John and Judy Gay Library, 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy., McKinney, TX 75070. Coffee and reception at 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, with forum discussion from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p. |
North Texas lawmakers leaning against attacking Syria Read more here: http://www.mcclatchydc.com/2013/09/06/201431/north-texas-lawmakers-leaning.html#emlnl=Daily_News_Update#storylink=cpy | 
For the usually pro-military North Texas lawmakers in Congress, the prospect of a U.S. strike in Syria to punish the Assad regime for allegedly using chemical weapons against its own citizens is a very hard sell. They are largely lining up against a strike in Syria, some vehemently so, as the six U.S. House members who represent portions of Tarrant County and the state's two senators consider looming congressional votes. Read more here |
Drinking Liberally - I think after the last couple of weeks we NEED a drink ! | 
Join some great liberals for a libation ! Monday September 9th at 5-7 PM Tarrant County Democratic Party September, "First Monday," The Labor Day Holiday caused us to delay our "First Monday," to the second Monday.We had a blast at our kickoff last month. This month we have some of our elected local officals joining us.We sure hope you can join us. 2806 Race Street | Ft. Worth, TX 76111 US $10 snacks and drink included Tuesday September 10 at 7:30PM Drinking Liberally Dallas at Uptown Pub 3605 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX http://uptownpubdallas.com/ Happy Hour prices for members only - wear your buttons! $4.00 Wells, $4.00 Wine, $2.75 Domestics Free parking garage across the street Thursday September 11 at 630 pm Coppell Drinking Liberally Guerro's Grill 817 S MacArthur [sw corner MacArthur and Beltline, Coppell Friday, September 13, 2013 6:30 PM Drinking Liberally - Plano and McKinney The Rugby House Pub 8604 Preston Rd ste 100 Plano, TX 75024 |
North Texas Progressive Book Suggestion | 
Enemies Within: Inside the NYPD's Secret Spying Unit and bin Laden's Final Plot Against America By Matt Apuzzo, Adam Goldman List Price: $27.99 Price: $17.84 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. BUY HERE How safe are we? What do we sacrifice to feel safe? And who pays the ultimate price? Two Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists examine one of the most sensitive post-9/11 national security investigations-a breathtaking race to prevent an al-Qaeda bomber from launching Osama bin Laden's final attack on American soil. In Enemies Within, Matt Apuzzo and Adam Goldman lay bare the complex and often contradictory state of counterterrorism and intelligence in America through the pursuit of Najibullah Zazi, a terrorist bomber who trained under one of bin Laden's most trusted deputies. Zazi and his coconspirators represented America's greatest fear: a terrorist cell operating inside America. |
North Texas Progressive Calendar | 
Monday, September 9: - Democratic Forum on Healthcare Marketplaces See article above for details. (11:30 AM, the Belo Mansion in downtown Dallas, at 2101 Ross Avenue)
- Carrollton Democrats Get Involved Meeting Carrollton Democrats are meeting to discuss interesting and fun ways to get involved. There is a need to recruit six precinct chairs, plus volunteers to help in all precincts. Precinct chairs and activists from other parts of House District 115 will share experiences and answer questions. Caitlin Karbula, North Texas Field Director for Battleground Texas will be one of the guests. Join us at 6:30 p.m. for a dutch treat supper.The meeting follows from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. RSVP by email to wunderlin1 AT tx.rr.com. (6:30 pm, New New Buffet, 3822 Belt Line Road, Addison)
Tuesday, September 10: - First Day To File For Precinct Chair For the 2014 Democratic Primary. (9:30 AM - 5:30 PM, DCDP HQ, 4209 Parry at Fletcher, Dallas)
- Dallas County Young Democrats (6:30 pm, The Foundry, 2303 Pittman St., Dallas)
- Irving Democratic Club (6:30 pm, Midori's, 4020 N MacArthur, Irving)
- PVL - A New Era (6:30 pm, Thurgood Marshall Rec. Center, 5150 Mark Trail, Dallas)
- Dallas Drinking Liberally (7:30 pm, Uptown Bar, 3605 McKinney Ave, Dallas)
Wednesday, September 11: - Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins The Far North Dallas Richardson Democrats have reserved the entire Studio Theater for the evening performance of this uniquely Texan play staring Georgia Clinton, reprising her performance as the well-known Texas journalist Molly Ivins. Confirmed Special Guest: Jakob Stewart, Political Director of the Texas Democratic Party. Sponsorships available; Individual Tickets $40 which includes the play and reception with cash bar preceding it. More info here. Go to www.farnorthdallasdemocrats.org to donate on- line. (6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Watertower Theater, 15650 Addison Road, Addison, Texas 75001)
- Labor Dallas Meeting (7:00 pm, Union hall, 2218 E. Main, Grand Prairie)
· Dallas Democrats 7:00 PM La Madeleine (Near S.M.U.) 3072 Mockingbird Ln Dallas, TX 75205 Thursday, September 12: - Preston Hollow Democrats Dr. Cal Jillson, SMU Political Science Professor, speaks. His topic is "Purple Texas: Demographic Change and the Future of Party Competition in Texas." Anyone signed in to the meeting by 6:30 PM will be eligible for a free drawing of Dr. Jillson's latest book, "Lone Star Tarnished", donated by member Mel Kusin. (6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Preston Royal Library Auditorium, 5626 Royal Lane, Dallas)
- Garland Area Democratic Club (7:00 pm, Garland Women's Activities Building, 713 Austin Street, Garland, TX 75040)
· Denton County Democrats Executive Committee Meeting & Voter Registration Training 7 p.m., Elections Administration Bldg., 701 Kimberley, Denton (East off Loop 288, south of Morse behind Aldi Store.) Become a Volunteer Deputy Voter Registrar at this training or catch up on current Voter ID laws and strategies to increase voter registration and participation. Come ready to join a club or a committee! Saturday, September 14: - NAACP Garland Freedom Fund Brunch and Silent Auction Keynote Speaker: Judge Tonya Parker, 116th Civil District Court. Individual ticket $40. Brunch table $400. For more info call 972-381-5044 Box #5.Purchase online by accessing PayPal on their webpage. (9:00 am to 11:00 am, Curtis Caldwell Center, 4999 Naaman Forest Blvd., Garland TX 75040)
- Mexican American Democrats of Texas - Dallas CAUSA Chapter (9:00 am, Las Panchitas Restaurant, 920 East Jefferson, Dallas, Texas 75203 )
· Women Organizing Women Democrats - North Texas
DemNet Forum - Battle Year 2014:Texas Primaries and Politics. 10:45 AM John and Judy Gay Library 6861 W Eldorado Parkway McKinney, TX 75070 Sunday, September 15: - Latino Votes Project & Trinity Park and Club Picnic For booth and event information contact 214-228-5510. (12:00 pm to 6:00 pm, 5980 Elam Rd. Dallas, TX 75217)
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| Dallas Joins Wal-Mart Workers Protesting Across the Country | 
Eleven protesters were arrested Thursday evening at a Wal-Mart demonstration in Northeast Dallas. The demonstrators were handcuffed and removed from the street after they blocked Skillman Avenue with their protest. Wal-Mart workers protested across the country Thursday calling for higher wages and better working conditions at the country's largest private employer. The nationwide day of protests at 15 cities across the country, including Dallas, is being billed by organizers as the largest since Black Friday in November, when several thousand people turned out at Wal-Mart stores to demand better pay and better jobs.
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Get involved here http://forrespect.org/
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Cathedral of Hope Mid-Cities Anti-Bullying Town Hall | 
The Cathedral of Hope, based in Dallas, is one of the largest LGBT-welcoming congregations in the nation. The Mid-Cities congregation will be sponsoring an Anti-Bullying Town Hall with representatives from Fort Worth, H-E-B and Arlington ISD's on hand to discuss this important topic, and how our communities can come together to create a safer environment for our children.
Details: Wed, Sept. 11th, 7:00pm-9:00pm, Old Bedford School, 2400 School Lane, Bedford, Texas 76021. For more information on Cathedral of Hope Mid-Cities click here. |
Screening : The United States of Football | 
Tuesday, Sept. 10 @ 7PM The United States of Football is a must-see documentary that explores the cumulative effect of repetitive trauma in America's Game from Pee Wees to the pros. Fans and parents of young players can follow a father's quest for an answer to the question, "Should my kid play?" From Bountygate to the challenges faced in youth leagues by shortfalls in knowledge or funding, Emmy-winning Filmmaker Sean Pamphilon takes a tough look at what will be needed in order to save the players as well as the sport we love. Featuring Bob Costas, Mike Ditka, Kyle Turley, Jim Brown, Chris Henry, Malcolm Gladwell, James Harrison. Tickets available online or at the box office. Angelika - Dallas 5321 East Mockingbird Lane Dallas, Texas 75206 |
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| The Wonk Gap
by Paul Krugman NY Times | 
On Saturday, Senator John Barrasso of Wyoming delivered the weekly Republican address. He ignored Syria, presumably because his party is deeply conflicted on the issue. (For the record, so am I.) Instead, he demanded repeal of the Affordable Care Act. "The health care law," he declared, "has proven to be unpopular, unworkable and unaffordable," and he predicted "sticker shock" in the months ahead. So, another week, another denunciation of Obamacare. Who cares? But Mr. Barrasso's remarks were actually interesting, although not in the way he intended. You see, all the recent news on health costs has been good. So Mr. Barrasso is predicting sticker shock precisely when serious fears of such a shock are fading fast. Why would he do that? read on | If you need answers free 24 hours a day
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GASLAND 2 - free screening & Q&A with director Josh Fox in Dallas!
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Screening: THE NEW FRONTIER: SUSTAINABLE RANCHING IN THE AMERICAN WEST. | 
The Lone Star Film Society is having a special screening they are co-hosting with the Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT). The screening is a short documentary on sustainable ranching called THE NEW FRONTIER: SUSTAINABLE RANCHING IN THE AMERICAN WEST. Both directors will be in attendance for a Q&A following the screening. Both directors are also strong female leaders in their academic and film communities Botanical Research Institute of Texas 1700 University Dr Fort Worth September 10 at 6:30 PM.
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Texas truck customizer advertises with image of abducted, hog-tied woman | 
Residents in Waco, TX are angry over a company's decision to advertise with a realistic depiction of an abducted and hog-tied woman in a truck bed. According to KTEM News, sign-making and marketing firm Hornet Signs designed the truck decal for an employee's vehicle to advertise its car wrap services.
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