BUSY MONTH OF MARCH
As you have read in recent newsletters and emails, we have our biannual precinct reorganization on Saturday, March 26th at 10 AM, in conjunction with our county convention. Please fill out the survey through the button below by Thursday, March 24th, to sign up for precinct positions and to indicate interest in the contactless county convention.
In addition, the next few weeks will be filled with meetings and events of our area clubs, which you can read more about and sign up for in our “Upcoming Events” section below. As we prepare for the 2022 elections, now is a great time to get more involved in CCDP and your area club in particular. We encourage all of you to take advantage of these opportunities.
Finally, this month will also see the filing for all partisan offices for the 2022 elections. Filing begins next Tuesday, March 15th, at noon, and goes through March 30th at noon. This period is vital to our efforts over the next months. We remind all of you that if you or anyone you know is ready to make a difference in your community and run for office, do not hesitate to reach out!
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TELL SENS. GRAHAM & SCOTT TO SUPPORT JUDGE JACKSON
Last Friday, President Joe Biden made the historic decision to nominate a respected jurist and former public defender, Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, to fill the vacancy of the US Supreme Court created by Justice Stephen Breyer’s announced retirement. This nomination makes Judge Jackson the first African-American woman nominated to our nation’s highest court, a milestone that has taken far too long to occur, but must be celebrated nonetheless. Judge Jackson served as an editor on the Harvard Law Review, clerked for Justice Breyer, and has served on the federal judiciary for nearly nine years, currently serving on the US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit. This historic nomination has received backing not just from Democrats, activists, and liberal groups, but also from prominent conservative legal voices, who have fully endorsed the nomination and highlighted Judge Jackson’s immense qualifications.
We want to encourage each and every one of you to email and call our two US Senators, Lindsey Graham (who voted to confirm Judge Jackson to the DC Circuit less than a year ago) and Tim Scott, to urge them to support the confirmation of Judge Jackson to the US Supreme Court.
Below you can find their information and basic sample emails. Please do not just copy and paste these samples emails. Make at least a small change early and another late in the letter. Identifying yourself by precinct is a good way to let them know you’re an informed voter. It’s on your voter registration card or at scvotes.org at “Check My Voter Registration.” Also, feel free to respond to this newsletter with any questions about urging support of this historic nomination.
Senator Lindsey Graham- (202) 224-5972
https://www.lgraham.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?p=contact-form
Senator Graham:
I support President Biden’s nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court of the United States of America. Please swiftly confirm the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court of the United States of America.
Because you recently voted to confirm her appointment to the Court of Appeals, you have every reason to do so again.
Sincerely,
[NAME]
South Carolina Voter
Senator Tim Scott- (202) 224-6121
https://www.scott.senate.gov/contact/email-me
Senator Scott:
I support President Biden’s nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court of the United States of America. Please swiftly confirm the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court of the United States of America.
Sincerely,
[NAME]
South Carolina Voter
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Supporters like you allow us to keep the CCDP office open, train and support candidates and fund events in the Lowcountry. Please consider donating so that we can continue these efforts.
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Upcoming Events
| THU MAR10 8:30AM | Coffee with Democrats Join fellow Democrats virtually for a cup of coffee and great conversation. For the time being, we will be Zoom only, so prepare yourself some coffee/tea and snacks and come have a conversation. No specific topics. Come for the whole time or just a little while. Virtual Event Access Zoom Here> |
| SUN MAR13 3 PM | James Island/Folly Beach Democrats 2022 Oyster Roast Fundraiser We are excited to be able to once again host our March Oyster Roast, which is our primary fundraiser and alaways a good time for everyone! Of course we will have Bowens Island Restaurant’s famous oysters, and we will also have hot dogs, lots of chili varieties, desserts and the best fried fish and red rice around. In addition, we will have beer, wine and other beverages available to purchase. Several of our 2022 candidates will be attending so this will be a great chance to meet and get to know them. Bowens Island Restaurant Buy Tickets Here> |
| TUE MAR15 6 PM | CCDW March Meeting Charleston County Democratic Women (CCDW) will meet on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, at 6 PM at the Bowens Island Restaurant. At this meeting, we will be voting in the slate that was formed and appointed to go forward with CCDW business. There will be an opportunity for anyone who wants to be considered for any of the executive positions, such as President, VP, Treasurer, Secretary, and 1st Chair. There is a $20 yearly fee to become a member. In order to serve and vote on all matters of the CCDW business, one must become a member. Bowens Island Restaurant RSVP Here> |
| THU MAR17 6:30PM | CCDP Monthly Meeting Join us for our March monthly meeting! We will meet via Zoom and discuss upcoming precinct reorganization, as well as plans for the rest of this very busy 2022! Please RSVP to receive the Zoom information. Virtual Meeting RSVP Here> |
| SAT MAR19 8:45AM | JIFB Democrats Adopt-A-Highway Trash Pick-Up Please join us as we work to keep our community clean! We will meet at the Harris Teeter, 1985 Folly Rd at 8:45 and cover one side of Folly Road to S. Grimball Rd. Gloves, bags, grabbers and transportation back to the Harris Teeter will be provided. Harris TeeterRSVP Here> |
| SAT MAR19 10:30 AM | CCDP Education Series: Tools of the Trade: Votebuilder, Mobilize, & Minivan CCPD is conducting an Education & Training Series to be held the third Saturday of every month (unless rescheduled due to a holiday.)CCDP is excited to announce our third monthly Education & Training class of 2022- Tools of the Trade: Votebuilder, Mobilize & Minivan!Attendees will learn how to use these tools to find Democrats, invite them to events and talk to voters where they are! Due to COVID restrictions, space is limited, so sign up for this class today (PLEASE do not sign up if you don’t intend to come.) Masks and vaccines are required. Stay tuned for additional classes in the near future! CCDP Office RSVP Here> |
| TUE MAR22 6:30PM | Sea Island Democrats March Meeting Join the Sea Island Democrats for our March meeting, our first in-person meeting since 2020! We will be joined by Dr. Annie Andrews, Democratic candidate for South Carolina’s First Congressional District. Be sure to come learn how you can get involved as we work to register voters and engage with those living on the Sea Islands! Also, come and network with other Democrats in the area. Not quite comfortable with meeting in person yet? We will also have a Zoom link for those wanting to join us virtually. Sign up on Mobilize and you’ll receive meeting information. Tattooed Moose RSVP Here> |
| TUE MAR2 27 PM | East Cooper Democrats March Meeting Join the East Cooper Democrats for our March meeting on Tuesday, March 22nd, at 7 PM. More details to come! Location TBA RSVP Here> |
| WED MAR23 6:30PM | Peninsula Democratic Club March Meeting Join the Peninsula Democratic Club March Meeting via Zoom Wednesday, March 23 at 6:30 P.M. We will discuss how we plan to build back better and how you can assist with making that happen. Virtual Meeting RSVP Here> |
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THE COURAGE TO RUN & THE WILL TO SERVE
I am sure that as you read these words, an individual or individuals in your life pop into your mind. Whether that’s you, a loved one, your neighbor, or even your mail carrier, we want them to run! CCDP is ready and willing to introduce Charleston and South Carolina to a new group of Democratic leaders.
As you all know, we have elections in November at all levels of government, and filing for all partisan offices is between noon on March 15 and noon on March 30. Our communities need strong leaders who embody the values of the Democratic Party and are willing to fight for what is right. We recognize that it is a daunting prospect to put yourself forward for office, but we know that the Charleston Democratic community is filled with strong leaders who can create positive change in elected office. Furthermore, CCDP is filled with people eager to support these strong leaders’ runs!
If you are interested in making a difference in your community, please take time to consider running for office. The South Carolina Democratic Party has put out a form for individuals to express interest in running. Electoral success will require carefully laid out plans, which in turn require time. In addition to the SCDP information that you can access through the button below, here are more resources for women considering a run for office:
Emerge South Carolina
Vote Run Lead
Blessing Box Donations Needed!
Please consider donating to our CCDP Blessing Box. You can #StockTheBox at any time, or drop off items to the office during office hours or by appointment. Our community members appreciate and depend on our kindness!
A few things to remember when donating Blessing Box items:
- DO donate non-perishable items that will hold up in the weather
- example: canned vegetables and meats/fish, sauces in jars, boxes of rice or pasta
- protip: donate items that don’t require milk/butter/oil to prepare, get cans with pop-tops that don’t require can openers
- DO donate small personal care items that will fit in the blessing box
- example toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant,
- DO NOT donate any open or expired items.
Lowcountry Period Project Supplies Needed!
Did you know that our volunteers build period packs in support of the Homeless Period Project? The project provides pre-made kits for homeless shelters and nurse’s offices at Title IX schools in the Lowcountry. These items are a luxury to homeless women and girls and many are forced to choose between hygiene and food. Please consider donating the following items so we can continue to support this amazing project!
-individually-wrapped feminine pads
-individually-wrapped tampons
-individually-wrapped wipes
-individually-wrapped panty liners
Thanks again for your generosity!
Our office has limited public hours due to COVID, but if you are dropping off donations, you can email wecare@charlestondemocrats.com to arrange a drop-off time.
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BUY SOME MERCHANDISE TO SUPPORT CCDP!
Please support CCDP (and help elect Democrats) by buying one of our t-shirts, water bottles, Koozies, bags, and pint glasses!
BUY SOME COOL STUFF & SUPPORT CCDP
