East Cobb Democratic Alliance

Mike Holzknecht -- Latest News Letter

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Thu, 10 May 2007 08:49:00 GMT

p class="MsoNormal">May 1 Jason Carter

Jason Carter spoke at the East Cobb Democratic Alliance “At Issue Forum”.

He is the co-founder of Democrats Work (DW). He has had an active role in many aspects of politics and service. He worked as a field organizer for the Harvey Gantt for Senate campaign in 1996, helped found the Red Clay Democrats (an organization of democratic young professionals in Atlanta) and served on the Georgia Democrats State Committee. He is the author of “Power lines: Two Years on South Africa’s Borders,” a book about his Peace corps service in South Africa (1998 to 2001), which was published by National Geographic’s books. Among other writings is an article about Christian faith and political life that will be published in the Georgia Law Review this fall.

The mission of DW is to mobilize grassroots democrats to perform community service projects…as Democrats. To achieve this mission, DW partners with Democratic and progressive organizations-including local clubs, state and county parties, and local chapters of national organizations, campaigns and elected officials-to get their members and supporters to volunteer for local service projects as part of a Democrat-branded “Work Crew.” DW provides the tools to help Democrats organize successful service events in their communities and the logistical support to increase the visibility of those efforts.

Mike Holzknecht -- Latest News Letter

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Mon, 23 Apr 2007 11:22:24 GMT

Cobb County Democratic Breakfast The food looks good. I’ll have to try it some day. Normally, I get to Los Bravos Resturant at the intersection of East West Connector and South Cobb at 8:55.

Rwanda Rising, April 11, Woodruff Arts Center

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 09:06:41 GMT

The Southern Center for International Studies in cooperation with Goodworks International, LLC & Africa Institute of the American Jewish Committee presents the Atlanta Premiere and Discussion of Rwanda Rising “A documentary of reconciliation and hope about an Africa rarely seen by Americans.”

At-Issue: April 3, 2007 - A Great Place To Live: Creating Community, Fighting Sprawl. with Crystal Jackson Budd

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Sun, 25 Feb 2007 19:58:54 GMT

Crystal Jackson Budd is Blueprints Program Manager at the Georgia Conservancy, a statewide environmental organization that works to make sure that Georgians have healthy air, clean water, unspoiled wild places and community green space now and in the future. Through the Conservancy’s nationally-recognized Blueprints for Successful Communities program, she teaches Georgians to achieve successful communities by creating sound conservation and growth strategies and building consensus for action at the local, county, regional and state levels.

March 12, 2007 - Cobb League of Women Voters March meeting: Peter Christ

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 22:48:25 GMT

"The League is nonpartisan but political. The League does not support or oppose candidates or political parties but does work to influence public policy through citizen education and advocacy." Marietta - Cobb League of Women Voters March meeting: Marietta City Hall, Marietta City Council Room, 205 Lawrence Street, Marietta

Mike Holzknecht -- Latest News Letter

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 17:01:29 GMT

Alliance Annual Volunteer Appreciation Program March 6, 2007 A large group of East Cobb Dems had a wonderful time at Juliana’s house. David Lombrozo recognized the many members who brought the ECDA into existance and moved it forward. Sander Bellman, founding Board Chair was awarded the Progressive Voice Award Jon and Steve Sinton for their role in founding Air America.

March 6, 2007 – At Issue: Volunteer Thank You Evening

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 21:47:10 GMT

Rabbi Steve Lebow has been selected by the ECDA Board of Directors to receive the first ECDA Progressive Spirit Award and will speak about progressive values. Rabbi Lebow has served as Kol Emeth's dedicated spiritual leader since 1986. Ordained in 1983, Rabbi Lebow has brought his vision, inspiration, enthusiasm, and social consciousness to Temple Kol Emeth and East Cobb County. Rabbi Steve Lebow has been selected by the ECDA Board of Directors to receive the first ECDA Progressive Spirit Award and will speak about progressive values. Rabbi Lebow has served as Kol Emeth's dedicated spiritual leader since 1986. Ordained in 1983, Rabbi Lebow has brought his vision, inspiration, enthusiasm, and social consciousness to Temple Kol Emeth and East Cobb County.

Mike Holzknecht -- Latest News Letter

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 10:19:31 GMT

Sometimes important events don’t feel important the moment they happen. A few Saturday’s ago the Cobb County Democratic Committee elected representatives to the state Democratic party at the East Cobb Library on Lower Roswell Road, which is a very short walk from Beth Farokhi’s house. There are 17 senate and state house representatives in Cobb County, so we get to elect 17 people to represent us.

Alisha Thomas Morgan Town Hall Meeting February 27, 2007

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 22:49:35 GMT

State Representative Alisha Thomas Morgan CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO THE DISTRICT 39 MONTHLY TOWNHALL MEETING TO DISCUSS Peach Care for Kids Healthcare program Crisis & Her Legislative update for the 2007 Legislative Session. State Representative Alisha Thomas Morgan CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO THE DISTRICT 39 MONTHLY TOWNHALL MEETING TO DISCUSS Peach Care for Kids Healthcare program Crisis & Her Legislative update for the 2007 Legislative Session Come give input and express your community concerns! Tuesday, February 27, 2007 7:00pm- 9:00 pm South Cobb Community Center 620 Lions Club Drive, SW Mableton, GA 30126-2438 For more information Email: alisha@alishamorgan.com Phone: (404) 656-0109

Jonathan Springston - School of Americas Closure Bill Gains Momentum

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Mon, 26 Feb 2007 13:37:19 GMT

(APN) ATLANTA – “I think there is a very high chance of [the bill] going through. We think Congress will make the right decision," Joao De Silva, Communications Coordinator for SOA Watch (SOAW), told Atlanta Progressive News, after the recent SOAW Annual Strategy Meeting and Lobby Day in Washington, D.C.For more information, see http://www.atlantaprogressivenews.com/news/0130.html

Mike Holzknecht -- CCDC breakfast, Marietta Diner, Meetup, and Marietta Square

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 12:27:02 GMT

Breakfast - The 2nd Saturday of the month Cobb Democratic breakfast was better than expected on many levels. For years, Betty Gray was the only Democratic Cobb County school board member. The recent history of the school board is about evolution stickers and unneeded laptops.

RuthE Levy -- On Vouchers for Special Needs Children

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 13:04:03 GMT

While appealing on the surface, SB 10 will have very negative impact on our schools, teachers, and on our children. Further, if implemented, this bill will also have negative effects on property values. Every dollar put into vouchers is a dollar taken away from our schools.

Georgia Peace Alliance - FUNdraiser for Department of Peace, April 1

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 12:26:00 GMT

We are hosting a silent auction and FUNdraiser, April 1! Good morning everyone - I am forwarding a message from Shelley Riden, the fabulous district leader in GA-CD5. She is hosting a fundraiser on April 1, and we want to give you the opportunity to contribute by helping us secure donations for the silent auction and drawings.

Jay Bookman, to Deliver Fifth Annual Address with Response by Dr. Lowery

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Thu, 15 Feb 2007 17:27:53 GMT

February 13: Jay Bookman, to Deliver Fifth Annual Address: The Real State of the Union Post 9/11: What Have We Learned? Response by the Rev.Lowery

Mike Holzknecht -- Feb. 4 Guy, Cindye, Terry, Molly, and Cherry

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Sun, 04 Feb 2007 09:44:00 GMT

Guy Swift where were you Thursday? As the owner of the best accent, employing the Queen's English, in the Cobb County Democratic Committee and an East Cobb resident for many years, you would have enjoyed the evening for the information and the lack of accent in which it was delivered. The East Cobb Democratic Alliance had its monthly 'At Issues' forum on "Terrorism: National and International Security.

At Issue -- Terrorism: National and International Security What Should We Do Now? with Dr. Hashim Gibrill

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 10:10:29 GMT

Dr. Hashim Gibrill is an associate professor and former Chair of the Department of Political Science, Clark Atlanta University, and an adjunct professor at Spelman College. Previously he taught at Bethune-Cookman College, Florida, the University of Maiduguri, Nigeria, and in England.

Mike Holzknecht -- Latest News Letter

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Sat, 03 Feb 2007 18:56:38 GMT

In my last letter, I said how well Alisha Morgan spoke at the King Day Celebration behind the podium. A friend at work, who goes to Alisha’s church, said that if she had been in front of the podium, I would have noticed that she will be a mother in the spring. The AJC had a lovely picture of Alisha today mentioning the obivious.

Mike Holzknecht -- Latest News Letter

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Sat, 03 Feb 2007 18:59:35 GMT

CDW meeting was held Monday night at the Spaghetti Warehouse on Delk Road. The food was good and the location was next to the interstate. This will make a good location for Hillary and Barak meetups.

Mike Holzkenecht -- There is so much good stuff happening, let’s get right at it.

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Sat, 03 Feb 2007 18:59:56 GMT

The new CCDC breakfast location is great. It is Los Bravos, 4480 South COBB DR, Smyrna, GA 30080, 678-556-1934. The cost is $8.

Sharon Cameron -- commenting on 1-16-07 AJC letter: "Zealots go in opposite directions"

lombrozodn@juno.com (David Lombrozo) — Sat, 03 Feb 2007 19:00:10 GMT

Intolerance is necessarily bad! And the fear that leads us to that intolerance. Using The Cameron Method for many years working with people to change inner attitudes I've found all negative emotions grow out of fear.