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In this issue:
Dianne Merlino 1944-2005 April Meetup Scoles for Congress Fundraiser with Barney Frank (D-MA) County Council Forum FDR-JFK Dinner News Articles Worth Repeating
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Dianne Merlino
1944-2005
We are sad to tell you that Dianne Merlino died April 18th after
a long battle with cancer. Family and friends gathered Sunday
afternoon at the Media Community Center to celebrate Dianne's
life. They shared memories and tributes with a standing-room
only crowd - mostly Democrats, but some Republicans including
County Chair Tom Judge.
Chairman Cliff Wilson headed a large delegation of Delco Democrats. Lt. Gov. Catherine Baker Knoll delivered the first eulogy, and Gov. Rendell, who was unable to attend, sent a written message which was read to the gathering. Dianne Merlino was elected Delaware County Chair 4 times, to 2-year terms in 1984, 1986 and 1988, then to a 4-year term in 1990. She was an indefatigable leader throughout her career, not only in Delaware County, but also as Chair of the Southeast Caucus of the PA Democratic Party and as a member of the Pennsylvania Democratic State Committee. One of the designated recipients of contributions in Dianne's memory is her beloved Delaware County Democratic Party. You may address the Party at 316 E. Baltimore Pike, Media PA 19063. Dianne's husband, Harry, and their family will be notified of all memorial donations.
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Democratic Meetup
What: Monthly Democratic Meetup
When: Thursday, April 28, 2005
Time: 7:00 PM
Where: Marple Public Library
Discussion and Action: The Nuclear Option
Meet endorsed candidates for county offices
Primary Campaign Review
Election Day activities/volunteer opportunities
Don't miss this month's meetup!
Click here to join the meetup and make reservations.
(Reservations not necessary to attend!)
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Paul Scoles and Barney Frank -
May 1
Lt. Gov. Catherine Baker Knoll
Hon. Joe Hoeffel Hon. Greg Vitali Invite you to join them at a kick-off reception for Paul Scoles for Congress 2006 With special guest - Congressman Barney Frank of Massachusetts Sunday, May 1, 2005 from 7 to 9 PM Philadelphia Skating Club and Humane Society County Line Road, Ardmore, PA. Sponsor ($500) Patron ($250) Friend ($100) Please make checks payable to Scoles for Congress and mail to: Scoles for Congress 2006 316 E. Baltimore Pike Media, PA, 19063 Reservations may also be made by credit card online at www.scolesforcongress.com A limited number of tickets at $50 will be available by phone. Please contact Larry Puchalski at 484-802-8493. Directions: Route 30 (Lancaster Ave.) to Ardmore Ave. Follow Ardmore Ave to County Line Road (second light), turn right. 1/3 mile to PSCHS.
For the latest info, check the Scoles for Congress website:
www.scolesforcongress.com
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League of Women Voters County
Council Forum
The League of Women Voters of Delaware County is sponsoring a
forum for all primary election candidates (Democratic and
Republican) for Delaware County Council.
The forum will be held on Tuesday, May 3 at 7:30 PM in the auditorium of Riddle Village Retirement Community,1048 West Baltimore Pike, across from Granite Run Mall (use the Riddle Hospital entrance) The League of Women Voters is a non-partisan organization that promotes informed citizen participation in government. For more information contact Lora Lavin, President, League of Women Voters of Delaware County, 610-328-3746.
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Annual FDR-JFK Democratic
Party Dinner
The Delaware County Democratic Party cordially invites you
to attend our annual FDR-JFK Democratic Dinner. Started in
1996 to honor two of the the last century's greatest
Democrats, this will be the 8th annual dinner.
Thursday, May 5, 2005
The Towne House Restaurant
Baltimore Pike and Veteran's Square
Media, PA
7:00 PM
$50 per person
Sponsorships for committees, unions, etc: $100
For reservations, send checks to:
Delaware County Democratic Party
PO Box 473
Media, PA 19063
Advance reservations and pre-payment are appreciated, in
order to provide an adequate count to the restaurant.
For more information, contact the Democratic Party at
610-566-6427.
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News Articles
By Ronald Brownstein
The Los Angeles Times Tuesday 26 April 2005
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Worth Repeating
Bob Casey Jr., though far from being the quintessential
Democratic candidate, represents our Party's best opportunity to
again make Pennsylvania light up blue in 2006. In the process
voters across the state can give Rick Santorum the one thing he
wants most - more family time.
--Dustin Gettel, 2004 candidate for State Representative from
Marple Twp, and PA Young Democrats Parliamentarian
Read the full article here:
Casey at the Bat
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