July 28, 2010

 

We are more than 51%
Ulster County
Democratic Party enrollment
as of June, 2009

Women - 22,915
Men - 16,040

Total UC Democrats: 38,955
Total UC Republicans: 30,565


91 Years ago on
August 18, 1920
the 19th Amendment
was ratified
giving women the
right to vote
.

 

APPOINT ELIZABETH WARREN:
PETITION TO PRESIDENT OBAMA

Elizabeth Warren has proven that she is willing
to stand up to Wall Street on behalf of consumers and is the
logical choice to lead the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

SIGN PETITION


WATCH Attorney General Democratic Primary Debate


Mark Ruffalo speaks out against
Hydrodraulic Fracture Drilling at a news conference in Albany headed by the group Frack Action and largely assembled by Ulster County Legislator Susan Zimet of New Paltz.
July 19, 2010

Watch Video
Read Mid-Hudson News article
See photos


WOODSTOCK FILM FESTIVAL
presents
AWARD WINNING ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTARY


with Maurice Hinchey

Saturday, July 17, 7:30pm

Harry Simon Auditorium
Onteora High School
4166 State Route 28
Boiceville, NY 12412

Suggested donation of $5

An important and timely exposé, GASLAND, reveals the practices of the largest domestic natural gas drilling boom in history. Developed by Halliburton, “Hydraulic Fracturing,” or "fracking," has swept across the United States, opening up new territory in 34 states to extensive drilling, including the Marcellus Shale, a vast formation that underlies most of New York and Pennsylvania, as well as the New York watershed and the Catskills/Poconos. A Q&A with director Josh Fox and Congressman Maurice Hinchey will follow the screening. Visit: www.gaslandthemovie.com.

Fracking Exemption from Clean Water Storm Water Eliminated!

Hinchey Congratulates Arcuri on Passing Amendment in Committee to Eliminate Fracking Exemption from Clean Water Act Storm Water Runoff Rules, July 2, 2010


UCDW Summer Book Discussion

July 14 at 7pm
at Inquiring Minds in Saugerties

We are meeting on Bastille Day, to discuss the new translation of Simone de Beauvoir's ground shaking The Second Sex
Learn more at: demwomenny.blogspot.com


July Meeting Notes

We got a visit from David Sager
David Sager has Ulster County's approval
to challenge John Bonacic in the upcoming State Senate election as the Democratic challenger. This is in addition to the support from Sullivan and Delaware counties. And on his July 12th visit UCDW members endorsed him.
Mr. Sager shared his knowledge on hydro-fracking and how it is putting New York state's environment at risk. Visit him online at: www.sagerforsenate2010.com

We also brainstormed fundraising ideas and strategies
for the upcoming election.


June Meeting Notes

Guest speaker Lois Uttley presented Our Bodies, Our Health: Health Care Reform's Impact on Women's Health.
It was an informative and rousing evening.


Workshop
THE MECHANICS OF WINNING!
For Women & Men who are committed
to getting Democratic Candidates elected!

Saturday, May 15, 2010
10:30 am —3:00 pm

See Events for more details


May Meeting Notes

Lori Dubord, a representative from Congressman Hinchey's office discussed the new Health Care Legislation and answered questions. AG Democratic candidates visited us.


April Annual Meeting Notes

Annual Meeting election of UCDW officers. Theresa Regan and Julie McQuain continue as vice-president and member-at-large respectively. UCDW welcomes new secretary Amee Peterson.

Ulster County legislator, Susan Zimet, led discussion on Fracking and the danger it presents to drinking water both in upstate NY and NYC. Also, discussed Susan's efforts in NYS tax reform.


March Meeting Notes

We celebrated Women's History Month and International Women's Day and got a visit from Democratic candidate for Lt. Governor Chris St. Lawrence.


February Meeting Notes

Discussed possible events for 2010, including UCDW's annual picnic scheduled for September 19, 2010 at Cantine Field.


January Meeting Notes

Discussed 2009 accomplishments and looked forward to support our candidates in 2010.


Utah Defines Miscarriage as “Criminal Homicide”

Utah is posed to become the first state in the U.S. to criminalize miscarriage and punish women for having or seeking an illegal abortion. Utah's "Criminal Miscarriage" law:

* expands the definition of illegal abortion to include miscarriages
* removes immunity protections for women who have or seek illegal abortions
* assumes women are "guilty of criminal homicide of an unborn child" if a pregnancy ends after "intentional, knowing, or reckless" behavior.

But even among states that punish illegal abortions, this "Criminal Miscarriage" law is unique. It doesn't punish individuals who perform illegal procedures; it punishes women.

Activists in Salt Lake City urge others to
"Tell everyone you know about this law."

Read more: http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2010/2/24/840197/-Please-Help:-Utah-defines-miscarriage-as-criminal-homicide

See Proposed Bill: http://le.utah.gov/~2010/htmdoc/hbillhtm/HB0012.htm


Health Care Reform Bill Signed!

"Thanks to last night's vote,
that child of yours who has had asthma since birth
will now be covered after suffering for her first nine years
as an American child with a pre-existing condition.

Thanks to last night's vote, that 23-year-old of yours
who will be hit one day by a drunk driver and spend six months
recovering in the hospital will now not go bankrupt
because you will be able to keep him on your insurance policy.

Thanks to last night's vote, after your cancer returns for the third time
-- racking up another $200,000 in costs to keep you alive --
your insurance company will have to commit a criminal act
if they even think of dropping you from their rolls."

- Michael Moore - read full letter on Huffington Report


A Woman's Perspective of Change
Share Your Story

Share your experiences and perspectives in the advancement of women and cultural attitudes of the last 5 (or more) decades with us online and at our March 8th meeting. We'll post your stories online.
Share Your Story Now

11 Women Who Are Changing the World

View slideshow at Huffington Report


Statement from NY State Senator Liz Krueger
on the Expulsion of Hiram Monseratte

“Voting to expel a member of the New York State Senate is not a decision to be taken lightly, but in the case of Hiram Monserrate it was necessary to protect the integrity of the body.  It is unfortunate that Mr. Monserrate was unwilling to respect his constituents or the institution of the Senate by resigning upon his conviction.  After an exhaustive bipartisan committee review of all his actions, the Senate had no choice but to act.  Violence against women is unacceptable and because of his actions, Hiram Monserrate had demonstrated he was not qualified to serve as a member of the Senate.  The already announced Special Election next month will ensure the people of this district do not lack for representation.”

Comment on this topic on our blog.

Visit Liz Krueger online: www.lizkrueger.com


Sarah Palin, in her big speech at the right-wing "tea party convention," had the gall to blame President Obama and Democrats in Congress for the mess that her party created in the first place. Let the facts speak:



image from www.dailykos.com

Dem Women NY Blog:
Comment on the Latest Supreme Court Decision

UCDW Issues Chair, JoAnne Myers, blogs on timely topics on our own blog.

Read and comment on current issues concerning women.

image from wakingplanet.blogspot.com


Watch Senator Gillibrand's Statement
on Stupak Amendment

 

Senator Jon Kyl of Arizona on why maternity coverage should not be included in basic qualifying health insurance.
Why? Because HE doesn't need it ! !

Let Congress Know: Being a Woman is NOT a Pre-Existing Condition
Sign Petition

 


NEXT UCDW MEETING

Monday
August 9, 2010
7 PM

Guest speaker:
Stef Goodsell, Women's Outreach Coordinator for Senator Kirstin Gillibrand

Location to be announced.

General meetings held the 2nd Monday of the month unless specified.


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