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HCYD May Happy Hour
(Location Change)
Friday, May 9th, 6pm-8pm, at Ernie on Banks
To keep things fresh and lively, we have moved our next scheduled
HCYD Happy Hour to a new location! Our next happy hour this Friday, May 9th, 6-8pm, will be at Ernie's
on Banks, 1010 Banks St. @ Montrose (map here). Join your fellow Harris County Young Democrats to celebrate the end of the week. Hope to see you there!
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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. 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 sending an email to Roaxana at hcyd.events@gmail.com and paying the room rate online here. There is lots to do and fun to be had at the convention. Young Democrats are especially needed due to our energy,
enthusiasm, and large support of the Party.
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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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2008 HCYD Scholarship
Application Deadline - May 9th
HCYD is excited to announce that we will be awarding the HCYD scholarship for 2008. The scholarship provides $500 for educational expenses in recognition of academic excellence, youthful leadership,
commitment to fundamental Democratic principles and dedication to social justice. Anyone who is currently a full-time student
attending a university in the Harris County area can apply. To apply, complete the online application and return it with at least one letter of recommendation from a professor. Applications must be received by mail or email
by Friday, May 9th, 2008. Applications may be mailed or e-mailed to Meghan Smith, Harris County Young Democrats at P.O. Box
131461, Houston, TX 77219 / hcyd.development@gmail.com. Scholarship will be awarded at the HCYD May General Meeting.
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YDA Minority Caucus
Empowerment Fund
Application Deadline - May 9th
The Young Democrats of America (YDA) Minorirty Caucus is now accepting applications for the Empowerment Fund, a stipend to help cover registration
costs and hotel rooms for YDs of color to be able to attend YDA meetings. The next YDA meeting is in Nashville on May
30-June 1st. Deadline to apply is May 9, 2008. Click here to access the application. For questions, please contact YDA Minority Caucus Chair, Erica Contreras, at ericarene@gmail.com.
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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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