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HCYD May General
Meeting
Tuesday, May 27th, 6:30pm-8pm, at HCYD HQ
Join HCYD at our May Monthly Meeting at the Harris County Democratic Party Headquarters, 1445 N. Loop West, Ste. 110 (map here) on Tuesday, May 27th. In honor of upcoming Memorial Day, we will be having a US Army cadet from West Point talk to
our group about the current military environment and how it is affecting young people. Topics to be discussed include
the "Don't ask don't tell" policy, upcoming GI Bill legistlation and veteran affairs. Hope to
see you there!
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Memorial Day Observance
2008
May 25th-27th at Hermann Park
The Houston chapters of Veterans for Peace, Iraq Veterans Against the War, Military Families Speak Out, and CodePINK, are sponsoring a Memorial Day weekend observance to honor both military and civilian
casualties from the ongoing wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Volunteers are needed to place flags and read names on Sunday, May
25th beginning at 10am and until the +4500 labeled-flags are planted. The memorial, which includes a section devoted
to veterans who have committed suicide since returning from the ongoing wars, will be on display through Tuesday, May 27th
at Hermann Park along Fannin St. just west of the Sam Houston statue and Hermann Circle Drive. HCYD is planning on volunteering for
the event. To find out more information, email Roaxana at hcyd.events@hotmail.com.
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YDA Spring National
Conference
May 30th-June 1st in Nashville, Tennessee
The Young Democrats of America are pleased to announce the YDA Spring National Conference, held in partnership with the Tennessee Young Democrats, will be in Nashville at the Hilton Downtown Nashville! Join YDA
as they kickoff the first-ever truly National Youth Coordinated Campaign to turnout young voters, take back the White House,
and swing elections up and down the ballot. For more information, visit the YDA website.
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Texas State Democratic
Convention
June 5th-7th in Austin, TX
Would you like to attend the Texas State Democratic Convention in Austin June 5-7th? Even if you aren't a delegate, you may still attend. You can work as a volunteer or just
go for fun! There is a form on the state party website; click on "volunteer" or email naustin@txdemocrats.org. Also, a lottery system is in place for guest passes. To get on the list for the drawing, email izermeno@txdemocrats.org.
HCYD has secured a rental house in Austin for members who will be attending this year's convention. The total three day room rate will be
$63/person with HCYD paying 30% of the total lodging cost. Space is limited so to secure your spot please RSVP
by signing up on Evite or by sending an email to Roaxana at hcyd.events@gmail.com and paying the room rate online here.
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HCYD In The
Houston Chronicle
Some Democratic Voters Split Along Generational Lines
Max Cardenas, President of the Harris County Young Democrats,
was featured in the Houston Chronicle on Sunday, February 24th, in an article about how Democratic presidential
support is split along generational lines. Check it out below:
Some Democratic voters split along generational lines
By GARY SCHARRER and SARAH VIREN
Copyright 2007 Houston
Chronicle
The intense
rivalry between Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama for the presidential nomination is splitting loyalties of Texas
Democrats in well-known political families and causing rifts in the homes of everyday voters. In many cases, parents
are opting for Clinton, while the younger generation is finding inspiration in Obama. That's how the Ortiz and Lucio
families divide. U.S. Rep. Solomon Ortiz of Corpus Christi and state Sen. Eddie Lucio of Brownsville are supporting Clinton,
while their sons, state Reps. Solomon Ortiz Jr. and Eddie Lucio III, respectively, are voting for Obama.
In Houston,
Max Cardenas III, president of the Harris County Young Democrats, has signed up to campaign for Obama. But his mother, the
first person to encourage his political interests, is sticking firmly behind Clinton. "He is young, and he likes
politics; he thinks this man will make a difference," said Sandra Chavez, trying to explain her 26-year-old son's
support of Obama...read more
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HCYD In
The Houston Chronicle
Younger Voters Giving GOP The Cold Shoulder
The Harris County Young Democrats made front page in the
Houston Chronicle in an article about the voting trends of young people in Texas on Sunday, October
14th. Check it out below:
Younger voters giving GOP the cold shoulder
Frustration
with war, strong views on social issues initiate new trend
By KATHRINE SCHMIDT
Copyright 2007 Houston Chronicle
WASHINGTON — Ben Bronson, 18, is the kind of young voter Republicans have attracted for decades. A Texas Tech
University freshman and Fort Worth-area native, he's a deer hunter who hates Hillary Clinton and opposes gay marriage.
But he's disappointed with the Iraq war and stops short of identifying with the GOP.
Conrad
Camit of Houston is the son of committed Republican immigrants from the Philippines. A former political independent, the Texas
A&M University graduate, 33, said the war sealed his conversion to the Democratic Party.
Also, he said, "growing
up in an immigrant family, you tend to be supportive of a pro-immigrant stance, which is definitely a Democratic ideal,"
said Camit, now communications vice president of the Harris County Young Democrats...read more
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Vote for Max
Si TV Presents Crash the Parties
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Congratulations
to Bill Kelly
General Campaign Manager for HCDP Coordinated Campaign
Fellow HCYD member Bill Kelly has been named the General Campaign Manager
for the Harris County Democratic Party 2008 Coordinated Campaign! Bill has most recently served as Campaign Manager and Chief of Staff for local State Rep. Ellen Cohen. As General Campaign Manager for the coordinated campaign, Bill will be responsible for organizing &
implementing the HCDP's countywide effort to elect Democrats across Harris County. We look forward to assisting
Bill and HCDP's efforts to turn Harris County blue! Visit the Harris County Democratc Party website for more information.
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Elizabeth Edwards
Wednesday, May 21st at the Wortham Center
A breast cancer survivor, Elizabeth Edwards talks openly about overcoming life obstacles in a nonpolitical event. Wife of Presidential hopeful, John Edwards, she is
the author of Saving Graces (2007). She’s an accomplished attorney, law school professor, and a passionate advocate
for children. She’s the proud mother of four children, the first of whom, Wade Edwards, died in 1996. In his memory,
she and John established the Wade Edwards Foundation which provides scholarships. For more information and to purchase tickets,
visit the Progressive Forum Houston website.
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2008 Field Organizer
Training
June 4th-8th in Washington DC
The 21st Century Democrats are organizing an intensive field training program at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. Through four days of intensive
instruction, they will transform 150-200 activists into well-trained organizers who can develop and execute a field plan anywhere
in the country. This is the core function of 21st Century Democrats: teaching committed Democrats how to go out and talk to
voters about the kind of progressive country we want to build. There are only 200 slots available for this training program
and registration fee is $250, which covers housing, food and materials. For more information, visit the 21st Century Democrats website.
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Congratulations
to Elected TYD Officers
Elected at 2008 TYD Convention
The Harris County Young Democrats are proud to announce the election of members
from HCYD, as members of the 2008-09 Texas Young Democrats Executive Committee. For a complete list of the 2008-09 TYD Executive
Committee, please visit the Texas Young Democrats website.
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Vice President of Finance |
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Region 10 Judical Director |
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Region 10 Regional Director |
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* Elected in 2007 to two-year term
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2008 HCYD Awards
Awarded Tuesday, February 26th
The HSYD is proud to announce the recipients of the 2008 HCYD awards. We want to thank all of
our winners for their hard work and dedication to our organization and our community.
Barbara Jordan Award
Given annually to political leaders who uphold
the principles of the Harris County Young Democrats.
- Peter Brown, Houston City
Council Position 1
Given annually for consistent
leadership, continued commitment to fundamental Democratic principles and relentless dedication to social justice.
Henry Cisneros Award
Given
annually to a YD for youthful leadership, commitment and outreach to diverse communities and addressing racial, social, and
economic issues.
- Erica Contreras
- Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
- Jessica
Cartwright
Given annually to a YD for their outstanding
volunteerism.
- Jerry Greenspan
- Roaxana Prunty
- Max Fisher
In recognition of an officer of the Harris County Young Democrats'
work ethic and commitment that goes beyond the position held.
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