Dolphin Democrats

2011-06-01T14:21:00.145-05:00

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MEMBERSHIP IS DUE 12/31/11

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Next Meeting … Wednesday, January 11th, 2011 7:30 P.M.

Our speaker will be Raul Martinez

Raul Martinez to be the January Speaker:

There is a movement to have all Florida Supreme Court Judges replaced and have new ones appointed. It is no exaggeration to say that the future of democracy is at stake when partisan interests seek to seize control over our courts.

The threat in Florida is all too real. Our courts are under siege for doing their job – standing up for individual rights and enforcing the constitutional limits we have placed on the power of our elected leaders. And the politicians don’t like it. They would have you believe any ruling that doesn’t go their way is “judicial activism.”

Pizza And Soda at 7:00 P.M.
Sponsored By: LaFontaine & Associates

The Dolphin Democrats Will be collecting non perishable food items and toiletries for

The Poverello Center. we will have a collection receptacle at all of our membership meetings, tabling at the Pride flea market
and at all of our outside activities, like, Pride in the Park, Stonewall Street Festival, etc.

The mission of The Poverello Center is to provide life-saving food and basic living essentials with the highest degree of understanding, respect and love for individuals living with HIV/AIDS who are residents of Broward County and meet the specified qualifications for services.

DOLPHIN DEMOCRATS

NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS

BOARD OF DIRECTORS & EXECUTIVE OFFICERS

Dolphin Democrats will elect 15 Members to the Board of Directors and 4 Executive Officers (President & Vice President of opposite gender and elected as a team, Secretary and Treasurer) at the Annual Meeting on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 7:30pm. The Nominating and Election Committee is now accepting nominations for all positions.

Club Members with active paid Memberships as of December 26, 2011 (45 days prior to the Annual Meeting) and with paid-up Memberships at the time of the Annual Meeting on February, 8 2012 are eligible to run for the Board of Directors and Executive Officer positions.

In order to be published in the Dolphin Democrats News, nominations must be received by the Committee by Friday, January 27, 2011. Nominations should be sent to:

Dolphin Democrats Nominations - c/o Ray Rideout

2008 Riverside PL #2 - Wilton Manors, FL 33305

954-568-2486 – Home/Fax - rayrideout@att.net

Candidates are encouraged to send a brief narrative statement of no more than 200 words including relevant background, skills and interests to be posted on the Dolphin website prior to the February meeting. Letters of endorsement may be included for the Committee's use, but will not be distributed by the Committee.

Nominations from the floor will be taken at both the January 11, 2011 Meeting of the Club and at the Annual Meeting on February 8, 2012.

Nominating and Election Committee

Ray Rideout – Chair

Naomi Siegel – Member

Pictures From Our Awards Reception October 23rd 2011

To Purchase Prints:
www.backprint.com/stevenshiresphotography

To View Slideshow:
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Stay up to date with Florida Redistricting CLICK HERE

SAVE THE DATE PRIDEFEST 2012 MARCH 10th & 11th

Fort Lauderdale's Pridefest comprises two full days of concerts, dancing (including a country-western dance tent), carnival rides and games, food, and all sorts of entertainment.

PrideFest takes place noon until 7 pm, Saturday and Sunday. It includes music spun by top DJs, and outdoor and indoor stage with concerts, a food court with adult beverages available, and dozens of vendors as well as social organizations. Performers include headliner Taylor Dayne along with Michele Balan, Tony Cruz, Beverly McClellan, Julissa Veloz, and many others, along with a number of the region's top DJs.

There are parties and other gatherings leading up to the weekend, too - check the festival events page for details.

VOTE BY MAIL 2011-2012
ALL BROWARD VOTERS NEED TO REAPPLY

Voters who wish to cast their ballots by mail
may make a single request to get absentee
ballots for every election through 2012.
Absentee ballots no longer need a reason.
People can use them if they prefer to vote by mail.
Broward voters who want absentee ballots,
either for a single election or for multiple elections,
need to request them from the Supervisor of Elections
Office.
Requests can be made in person, by mail,
by phone or by filling out an application online.
Details at 954-357-7055 or online here.
* Online request are only for 1 year
* Phone request can be for every election through 2012.

Clinton's Landmark LGBT Speech Shows Importance of Electing Pro-Equality Candidates Watch video

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Hold June

2011-06-01T14:21:00.004-05:00

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Next Meeting … Wednesday, June, 8th 2011 7:30 P.M.

7:00 - Free Pizza and Soft Drinks

OUR PROGRAM WILL INCLUDE:
Senator Nan Rich
Wilton Manors Commissioner Julie Carson
Women In Network- Denise Spivak - President-June Cashwell - Vice President

When: Saturday, June 11, 2011. Dinner begins promptly at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm.

Where: The Westin Diplomat Resort, 3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, Florida 33019

Keynote Speaker:

The Florida Democratic Party is pleased to welcome Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick as the keynote speaker for the 2011 Jefferson-Jackson Dinner.

First elected in 2006 on a platform of hope and change, Governor Patrick entered office propelled by an unprecedented grassroots campaign. Despite a challenging economic environment, the Patrick administration maintained or expanded the state’s investment in critical growth sectors while delivering timely budgets and cutting state spending. Governor Patrick funded public education at the highest levels in the history of the Commonwealth.

In 2010, Governor Patrick won reelection with a focus on common sense solutions to bring jobs to his state. His leadership in implementing Massachusetts' landmark health care reform law now serves as the national model for bringing affordable health insurance to all Americans. Governor Patrick's second term brings a renewed commitment to expanding opportunity and prosperity in Massachusetts and a state commitment to renewing aging and neglected infrastructure. The Patrick administration also accomplished major reforms that had eluded decades of other elected leadership, reforming the state’s pension systems, ethics laws, and transportation bureaucracy.

Meeting Schedule:

Click here to download the 2011 JJ Guest Information Packet. Please note that this schedule is subject to change. The Guest Information Packet contains the weekend schedule, maps, hotel schematics and other important information. We encourage all guests to download this document and bring it as a reference for your trip.

When: Saturday, June 11, 2011. Dinner begins promptly at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm.

Where: The Westin Diplomat Resort, 3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, Florida 33019

Meeting Schedule:

Click here to download the 2011 JJ Guest Information Packet. Please note that this schedule is subject to change. The Guest Information Packet contains the weekend schedule, maps, hotel schematics and other important information. We encourage all guests to download this document and bring it as a reference for your trip.

Sit at The Dolphins Table Get a discount ticket for $150.00

email: jj@dolohindemocrats.org

Volunteer at the Dolphin's Table at Stonewall Festival

email: secratary@dolphindems.org

Save The Date June 26th, 2011 5-7pm

Coral Ridge Towers East

Club House 3610 N.E. 32nd Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, FL.

The Dolphin Democrats Will be collecting non perishable food items and toiletries for

Save The Date

June 11, Saturday
Florida Democratic Party
Jefferson Jackson Dinner
The Diplomat
Hollywood, Florida Tickets For Dolphins $150.00

June 19, Sunday
Stonewall Street Festival
& Twilight Parade
Wilton Manors
4pm-9pm

June 26th, Sunday
Presidential Pride Reception
Time 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Venue Coral Ridge Towers East- Club House

The Dolphin Democrats are committed to sustainability of The Pride Center and have committed to helping them raise $1,500. This was an action that the Dolphin Board of Directors unanimously supported. Please remember to bring your check book or a few extra dollars that can be given to The Pride Center. This gift is also a tax deduction to the fullest extent of the law.

Jason Burns

Major Gifts Officer

The Pride Center at Equality Park

2040 North Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors, FL 33305

954.463.9005

954.764.6522 Fax

http://www.PrideCenterFlorida.org

VOTE BY MAIL 2011-2012
ALL BROWARD VOTERS NEED TO REAPPLY

Voters who wish to cast their ballots by mail may make a single request to get absentee ballots for every election through 2012.

Absentee ballots no longer need a reason. People can use them if they prefer to vote by mail.

Broward voters who want absentee ballots, either for a single election or for multiple elections, need to request them from the Supervisor of Elections Office.

Requests can be made in person, by mail, by phone or by filling out an application online.

Details at 954-357-7055 or online here.

* Online request are only for 1 year

* Phone request can be for every election through 2012.

Please renew your membership or donate today

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June Update

2011-06-01T14:18:00.000-05:00

May Newsletter CLICK HERE
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Next Meeting … Wednesday, June, 8th 2011 7:30 P.M.

7:00 - Free Pizza and Soft Drinks

OUR PROGRAM WILL INCLUDE:
Senator Nan Rich
Wilton Manors Commissioner Julie Carson
Women In Network- Denise Spivak - President-June Cashwell - Vice President

When: Saturday, June 11, 2011. Dinner begins promptly at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm.

Where: The Westin Diplomat Resort, 3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, Florida 33019

Keynote Speaker:

The Florida Democratic Party is pleased to welcome Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick as the keynote speaker for the 2011 Jefferson-Jackson Dinner.

First elected in 2006 on a platform of hope and change, Governor Patrick entered office propelled by an unprecedented grassroots campaign. Despite a challenging economic environment, the Patrick administration maintained or expanded the state’s investment in critical growth sectors while delivering timely budgets and cutting state spending. Governor Patrick funded public education at the highest levels in the history of the Commonwealth.

In 2010, Governor Patrick won reelection with a focus on common sense solutions to bring jobs to his state. His leadership in implementing Massachusetts' landmark health care reform law now serves as the national model for bringing affordable health insurance to all Americans. Governor Patrick's second term brings a renewed commitment to expanding opportunity and prosperity in Massachusetts and a state commitment to renewing aging and neglected infrastructure. The Patrick administration also accomplished major reforms that had eluded decades of other elected leadership, reforming the state’s pension systems, ethics laws, and transportation bureaucracy.

Meeting Schedule:

Click here to download the 2011 JJ Guest Information Packet. Please note that this schedule is subject to change. The Guest Information Packet contains the weekend schedule, maps, hotel schematics and other important information. We encourage all guests to download this document and bring it as a reference for your trip.

When: Saturday, June 11, 2011. Dinner begins promptly at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm.

Where: The Westin Diplomat Resort, 3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, Florida 33019

Meeting Schedule:

Sit at The Dolphins Table Get a discount ticket for $150.00

email: jj@dolohindemocrats.org

Volunteer at the Dolphin's Table at Stonewall Festival

email: secratary@dolphindems.org

Save The Date June 26th, 2011 5-7pm

Coral Ridge Towers East

Club House 3610 N.E. 32nd Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, FL.

The Dolphin Democrats Will be collecting non perishable food items and toiletries for

Jason Burns

Major Gifts Officer

The Pride Center at Equality Park

2040 North Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors, FL 33305

954.463.9005

954.764.6522 Fax

http://www.PrideCenterFlorida.org

VOTE BY MAIL 2011-2012
ALL BROWARD VOTERS NEED TO REAPPLY

Voters who wish to cast their ballots by mail may make a single request to get absentee ballots for every election through 2012.

Absentee ballots no longer need a reason. People can use them if they prefer to vote by mail.

Broward voters who want absentee ballots, either for a single election or for multiple elections, need to request them from the Supervisor of Elections Office.

Requests can be made in person, by mail, by phone or by filling out an application online.

Details at 954-357-7055 or online here.

* Online request are only for 1 year

* Phone request can be for every election through 2012.

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June 2011

2011-02-10T21:01:00.026-05:00

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Next Meeting … Wednesday, June, 8th 2011 7:30 P.M.

7:00 - Free Pizza and Soft Drinks

OUR PROGRAM WILL INCLUDE:
Senator Nan Rich
Wilton Manors Commissioner Julie Carson
Women In Network- Denise Spivak - President-June Cashwell - Vice President

Save The Date June 26th, 2011 5-7pm

The Dolphin Democrats Will be collecting non perishable food items and toiletries for

Save The Date

June 11, Saturday
Florida Democratic Party
Jefferson Jackson Dinner
The Diplomat
Hollywood, Florida Tickets For Dolphins $150.00

June 19, Sunday
Stonewall Street Festival
& Twilight Parade
Wilton Manors
4pm-9pm

June 26th, Sunday
Presidential Pride Reception
Time 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Venue Coral Ridge Towers East- Club House

Jason Burns

Major Gifts Officer

The Pride Center at Equality Park

2040 North Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors, FL 33305

954.463.9005

954.764.6522 Fax

http://www.PrideCenterFlorida.org

VOTE BY MAIL 2011-2012
ALL BROWARD VOTERS NEED TO REAPPLY

Voters who wish to cast their ballots by mail may make a single request to get absentee ballots for every election through 2012.

Absentee ballots no longer need a reason. People can use them if they prefer to vote by mail.

Broward voters who want absentee ballots, either for a single election or for multiple elections, need to request them from the Supervisor of Elections Office.

Requests can be made in person, by mail, by phone or by filling out an application online.

Details at 954-357-7055 or online here.

* Online request are only for 1 year

* Phone request can be for every election through 2012.

Please renew your membership or donate today

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2011-01-20T11:00:00.006-05:00

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Membership Dues are Due
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On February 5th, the Dolphins will have a booth at the Flea Market at the Pride Center in support of the March munincipal elections. Please let me know who among you will be able to staff the booth along with the timeframe you will be available.

Thank you for your continued support of this activity.

Betty DiMaio

bettydimaio@comcast.net

Our Next Meeting - February 9th, 2011

Our Dolphin Democrats Elections

March 8th City Commission Candidates

Celebrating Black LGBT Pride

The Dolphin Democrats Will be collecting non perishable food items and toiletries for
The Poverello Center. we will have a collection receptacle at all of our membership meetings, tabling at the Pride flea market
and at all of our outside activities, like, Pride in the Park, Stonewall Street Festival, etc.

The mission of The Poverello Center is to provide life-saving food and basic living essentials with the highest degree of understanding, respect and love for individuals living with HIV/AIDS who are residents of Broward County and meet the specified qualifications for services.

Registration For Our 2011 Winter Conference Is Now Open!

We're excited to announce that registration is now open for the 2011 Florida GLBT Democratic Caucus Winter Conference to be held February 25-27, 2011 at Hotel Duval in Tallahassee. Sign up to attend by clicking ‘Register Today’ on our conference web page:

http://www.floridaglbtdemocrats.org/conference.html

The conference will include a welcome reception, appearances by state and local elected officials, informative workshops, including grassroots organizing, diversity and how to pass a Human Rights Ordinance in your county, as well as entertainment events planned throughout Florida’s capital.

It’s going to be an amazing weekend that you won’t want to miss. Register today!

Dolphin Democrats 2011 Elections

Nomination Procedures for Officers and Directors

The Dolphin Democrats Nominating and Election Committee - Michael Albetta - Chair, Gwen Handelman, Robert Bernhardt

The Dolphin Democrats Nominating and Election Committee is organized for the election of Officers and Directors at the February 9th, 2011 meeting. Members interested in running for an office or a seat as Board member should contact a Nominating Committee Member - Michael Albetta Chair, Gwen Handelman, and Robert Bernhardt, at the addresses listed below. To be considered for the official slate, the Nominating Committee will need all nominations no later than January 31, 2011. Nominations will be accepted from the floor at the January 12, 2011 Dolphin meeting and also at the meeting prior to the elections on February 09.

Candidates should send a brief narrative statement of no morethan 200 words including relevant background, skills and interests - to be posted on the Dolphin website prior to the February meeting. Letters of endorsement from Dolphin Members and additional background information may also be included for the Committee's use, but will not be distributed by the Committee.

The Committee is charged with nominating one person for each Executive Board positions - President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer. We also are charged to fill 11 Board members. The terms are for 1 year. The President and Vice President shall be of opposite gender and shall be elected together as a ticket. Candidates must have been a Member of the Dolphin Democrats 45 days before the election - Monday, December 27, 2010.

Please send your information before January 31, 2011 to:
• E-mail: nomination@dolphindems.org
• Fax: (866) 478-8262
• Mail: PO Box 7437, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33338-7437

The Dolphin Democrats Nominating and Election Committee - Michael Albetta - Chair, Gwen Handelman, Robert Bernhardt.

Chair, Michael Albetta

Black Pride 2011- Bayard Rustin (March 17, 1912 -- August 24, 1987) was an American civil rights activist, important largely behind the scenes in the civil rights movement

Dolphin Democrats General Meeting January 12, 2011 * Notes

Open Mic Night: What can we do better? What do you want to see for programs?

· Talk about Democratic Values – what it means to be a Democrat; for example, support taxation based on ability to pay (economic policy)

· Talk about local issues

o Runway

o Reduction of library hours

o Same sex adoption – come together with several organizations with one voice

· Need to attract more women into the Dolphins

· Need to attract more diverse membership (Hispanics, African-Americans)

· Need to attract more young members

o Ryan Terrell circulating Dolphin info on all Broward campuses

· What can we do to support the Democratic Party?

· Need Democratic Party to pay young Dems to ballot chase like Republicans do

· Have a plan to win (early/absentee voting)

· Need trust, affection, speak with one voice as “the Dolphins”

· Intensify commitment of all members

· Stop attacking Democratic candidates – support whatever Democrat is running

· Support not only GLBT issues but also issues of other groups

· Move forward from here

· Reach out and mentor someone (especially potential future candidate)

· Set a positive example so people want to be a part of Dolphin organization

· Survey members

o What do they want?

o What will make organization better?

VOTE BY MAIL 2011-2012
ALL BROWARD VOTERS NEED TO REAPPLY

Voters who wish to cast their ballots by mail may make a single request to get absentee ballots for every election through 2012.

Absentee ballots no longer need a reason. People can use them if they prefer to vote by mail.

Broward voters who want absentee ballots, either for a single election or for multiple elections, need to request them from the Supervisor of Elections Office.

Requests can be made in person, by mail, by phone or by filling out an application online.

Details at 954-357-7055 or online here.

* Online request are only for 1 year

* Phone request can be for every election through 2012.

Please renew your membership or donate today

The Broward Democratic Party requests your presence at the 2011 Democratic Unity Dinner
Please join us on this Important night to hear our plans to win the debate on issues, get voters to the polls, win the marketing and public relations battles and support our candidates.

Broward Democratic Party 2011 Democratic Unity Dinner,
(formerly The Jefferson-Jackson Dinner)
Saturday March 5th 2011
Marriott Coral Springs Hotel
Golf Club and Convention Center
11775 Heron Bay Boulevard
Coral Springs, Florida
VIP Mixer 6:30-7:30 P.M.
Dinner, Awards, Speeches 8:00 P.M.
Black Tie Optional

Diamond Sponsorship ($2,500.00)
Gold Sponsorship ($2,000.00)
Table ($1,700.00)
Dinner Ticket ($150.00)
VIP Cocktail Ticket ($125.00)

Advertise in our journal
Back cover ($1000.00)
Front inside cover ($750.00)
Back Inside cover ($600.00)
Full page (4-1/4 x 7-1/2) ($500.00)
Half Page (4-1/4 x 3-1/4) $350.00
Please Call 954-423-2200 to RSVP today

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2010-06-09T23:01:00.091-05:00

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STATEMENT OF RON MILLS, PRESIDENT OF DOLPHIN DEMOCRATS,

ON THE PASSAGE OF DON’T ASK, DON’T TELL REPEAL

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Message From The Florida GLBT Caucus
On Don't Ask Don't Tell Repeal
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Accomplishments by the Administration and Congress on LGBT Equality

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Talking About Protecting the Affordable Care Act
Instead of working to find bipartisan solutions to create jobs, grow the economy, and make America more competitive, Republicans in Congress are spending all of their time re-fighting the political wars of the last two years by trying to repeal health reform and give control over your health care back to insurance companies.

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Open Mic Night: Dolphin Democrats January Membership Meeting
Developing a strategy going forward. January 12th 7:30pm

Wednesday, January 12, 2011 @ 7:30

Dolphin Democrats

Progam: Open Mic

Our mission as an organization is to strengthen and further the ideals and principles of the Democratic Party which recognizes and promotes diversity, good will, and respect for all members of the community. We just participated in a campaign season that culminated in a General Election on November 3rd. How did we do? We'd like to hear from you on Open Mic night at the Dolphin Democrats' General Meeting. What suggestions do you have for the board to consider as we set up our programs for 2011? Let us
know on Wednesday night.

Beginning this month the Dolphin Democrats Will be collecting non parishabel food items and toiletries for
The Poverello Center. we will have a collection receptical at all of our membership meetings, tabling at the Pride flea market
and at all of our outside activities, like, Pride in the Park, Stonewall Street Festival, etc.

The mission of The Poverello Center is to provide life-saving food and basic living essentials with the highest degree of understanding, respect and love for individuals living with HIV/AIDS who are residents of Broward County and meet the specified qualifications for services.

View A Slide Show Of Our Holiday Party
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Dolphin Democrats 2011 Elections

Nomination Procedures for Officers and Directors

The Dolphin Democrats Nominating and Election Committee - Michael Albetta - Chair, Gwen Handelman, Robert Bernhardt

The Dolphin Democrats Nominating and Election Committee is organized for the election of Officers and Directors at the February 9th, 2011 meeting. Members interested in running for an office or a seat as Board member should contact a Nominating Committee Member - Michael Albetta Chair, Gwen Handelman, and Robert Bernhardt, at the addresses listed below. To be considered for the official slate, the Nominating Committee will need all nominations no later than January 31, 2011. Nominations will be accepted from the floor at the January 12, 2011 Dolphin meeting and also at the meeting prior to the elections on February 09.

Candidates should send a brief narrative statement of no morethan 200 words including relevant background, skills and interests - to be posted on the Dolphin website prior to the February meeting. Letters of endorsement from Dolphin Members and additional background information may also be included for the Committee's use, but will not be distributed by the Committee.

The Committee is charged with nominating one person for each Executive Board positions - President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer > Major requirement for the any Executive position is the person has served a full year on the Dolphin board in the past ten years.. We also are charged to fill 11 Board members. The terms are for 1 year. The President and Vice President shall be of opposite gender and shall be elected together as a ticket. Candidates must have been a Member of the Dolphin Democrats 45 days before the election - Monday, December 27, 2010.

Please send your information before January 31, 2011 to:
• E-mail: nomination@dolphindems.org
• Fax: (866) 478-8262
• Mail: PO Box 7437, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33338-7437

The Dolphin Democrats Nominating and Election Committee - Michael Albetta - Chair, Gwen Handelman, Robert Bernhardt.

Chair, Michael Albetta

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President, Dolphin Democrats

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View A Slide Show Of Our Holiday Party
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2010-06-09T23:01:00.035-05:00

Florida Senator & Minority Leader Steve Geller and the Dolphin Democrats cordially invite you to attend one of our major annual events, the Presidential Pride Reception on Sunday, June 27 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Stonewall Library and Museum. (Read more)

Judge Questionnaires

CLICK HERE to read the candidates responses to the Dolphin Democrats Questionnaire

Our next chapter meeting is on Wednesday, July 14, where we will have a panel of the candidates for County Judgeships, and two remaining candidates for Circuit Court. Pizza & soft drinks at 6:30. Program at 7. You don't have to be a member to attend. (Read more)

At our last chapter meeting on June 9 there was a lively panel of 19 candidates for Circuit Court Judgeships. Along with County Court judgeships, this election is on August 24. (Read more)

SLIDE SHOW OF JUNE MEETING

2010-06-09T23:01:00.004-05:00

Florida Senator & Minority Leader Steve Geller

and the Dolphin Democrats

Cordially Invite You to Attend

Presidential Pride Reception

Sunday, June 27, 2010 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Stonewall Library and Museum

the largest gay and lesbian lending library in America

1320 E. Sunset Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL. 33304

Casual Business Dress

Members $10 / Non-members $20

Free with $35 Membership Renewal

Special Tribute to the Late Rusty Gordon

founding member of antecedent to Dolphin Democrats

a founder of the National Organization of Women (NOW)

a leading women and gay rights activist

Stonewall Museum Exhibit

Where the Gays Are: 50 Years in Fort Lauderdale

Food provided by Casa D'Angelo Wine by the Wine Warehouse

2010-06-09T23:01:00.003-05:00

Florida Senator & Minority Leader Steve Geller

and the Dolphin Democrats

Cordially Invite You to Attend

Presidential Pride Reception

Sunday, June 27, 2010 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Stonewall Library and Museum

the largest gay and lesbian lending library in America

1320 E. Sunset Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL. 33304

Casual Business Dress

Members $10 / Non-members $20

Free with $35 Membership Renewal

Special Tribute to the Late Rusty Gordon

founding member of antecedent to Dolphin Democrats

a founder of the National Organization of Women (NOW)

a leading women and gay rights activist

Stonewall Museum Exhibit

Where the Gays Are: 50 Years in Fort Lauderdale

Food provided by Casa D'Angelo Wine by the Wine Warehouse

2010-06-09T23:01:00.002-05:00

Florida Senator & Minority Leader Steve Geller

and the Dolphin Democrats

Cordially Invite You to Attend

Presidential Pride Reception

Sunday, June 27, 2010 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Stonewall Library and Museum

the largest gay and lesbian lending library in America

1320 E. Sunset Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL. 33304

Casual Business Dress

Members $10 / Non-members $20

Free with $35 Membership Renewal

Special Tribute to the Late Rusty Gordon

founding member of antecedent to Dolphin Democrats

a founder of the National Organization of Women (NOW)

a leading women and gay rights activist

Stonewall Museum Exhibit

Where the Gays Are: 50 Years in Fort Lauderdale

Food provided by Casa D'Angelo Wine by the Wine Warehouse

April Membership Meeting

2010-04-01T05:20:00.001-05:00

Join Us With Our Guest Speaker Ruth Lynch
1st Vice Chair Of The Broward Democratic Party
7:30 April 14th Pride Center, Building A, Equality Park, 2040 N Dixie Highway
Wilton Manors, FL.

April 2010 Newsletter
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Congratulations To The Dolphin Democrats New Board

2010-02-11T20:22:00.000-05:00

Officers

Ron Mills, President
Julie Carson, Vice President
Wally Eccleston, Treasurer
Tim Ross, Secretary
Ray Rideout, Historian
Alan Silva, Parliamentarian
S.F. Makalani-MaHee,Sergeant At Arms

Board Members

Join Us in celebrating the Life of Bayard Rustin

2010-02-07T20:04:00.002-05:00

The Nominating and Elections Committee

2010-02-05T10:18:00.002-05:00

The Nominating and Elections Committee of the Dolphin Democrats has endorsed the nominations of 4 officers and 11 candidates for the 11 positions on the Board of Directors which are listed below. Additional nominations will be accepted prior to the election at this month's meeting on Wednesday, February 10, 2010. For more information CLICK HERE

Florida GLBT Democratic Caucus Announces Winter Conference Feb 26-28

2010-01-28T08:07:00.000-05:00

The Florida GLBT Democratic Caucus, an arm of the Florida Democratic Party representing the Sunshine State's gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) residents, will hold its winter conference in St. Petersburg Friday, February 26 through Sunday, February 28. The event, whose theme is OUTburst!, is hosted by the Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County and is being held to coincide with the Pinellas County DEC dinner.

Speakers include a wide range of state, local and national political figures and candidates, including a number of Florida's openly-gay elected officials. Expected to participate are Attorney General candidates Dan Gelber and Dave Aronburg; US Senate candidates Kendrick Meek, Maurice Ferre and Kevin Burns; Alabama's first openly-gay member of the state legislature, Patricia Todd; Michael Mitchell, executive director of the National Stonewall Democrats; Florida Democratic Party Executive Director Scott Arceneaux; and White House Deputy Director of Public Engagement Brian Bond (invited). Also participating are several of Florida's openly-gay elected officials, including St. Petersburg Councilmember Steve Kornell, Hillsborough County Commissioner Kevin Beckner, and Broward County Mayor Ken Keechl.

In addition, the Florida GLBT Democratic Caucus PAC and the National Stonewall Democrats PAC will host a joint fundraiser Saturday immediately following the conference. Themed "Honoring Florida's GLBT Elected Officials," this event is a separate ticket and will feature a number of the state's openly-gay elected leaders.

Early registration through February 19 is $55 for Caucus members is $65 for non-members, which covers the cost of the event and includes continental breakfast and lunch on Saturday. After February 19 the registration fee will increase to $60 for Caucus members and $75 for non-members. The conference hotel is the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront, located at 333 First Street South. Participants can register for the conference and the joint Caucus PAC/National Stonewall Democrats PAC fundraiser, and make hotel reservations at www.floridaGLBTdemocrats.org.

Why is Rustin not synonymous with Civil Rights?

2010-01-24T23:44:00.001-05:00

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s hallowed "I Have a Dream Speech" is an iconic moment in the history of civil rights. But this historic moment would probably have never happened if it weren't for a man standing in King's shadow, Mr. Bayard Rustin.

Bayard Rustin was a man with a number of seemingly incompatible labels: black, gay, Quaker... identifications that served to earn him as many detractors as admirers. Although he had numerous passions and pursuits, his most transformative act, one that certainly changed the course of American history, was to counsel MLK on the use of non-violent resistance. Rustin also helped to engineer the March on Washington and frame the Montgomery bus boycott. With such lofty achievements, why isn't Rustin considered an icon of both Civil Rights and humanity?

Why is Rustin not synonymous with Civil Rights? How could a person who changed the course of American history not be a household name? Was he purposely kept out of the history books?

Nomination Procedures for Officers and Directors

2010-01-04T18:18:00.002-05:00

Nomination Procedures for Officers and Directors

The Dolphin Democrats Nominating and Election Committee is organized for the election of Officers and Directors at the February 10, 2010 meeting. Members interested in running for an office or a seat as Board member should contact a Nominating Committee Member - Michael Albetta Chair, Ed Coyle-Barranco, Gwen Handelman, Kevin Muth, and Ray Rideout, at the addresses listed below. To be considered for the official slate, the Nominating Committee will need all nominations no later than January 31, 2010. Nominations will be accepted from the floor at the January 13, 2010 Dolphin meeting and also at the meeting prior to the elections on February 10.

Candidates should send a brief narrative statement of no more than 200 words including relevant background, skills and interests - to be posted on the Dolphin website prior to the February meeting. Letters of endorsement from Dolphin Members and additional background information may also be included for the Committee's use, but will not be distributed by the Committee.

The Committee is charged with nominating one person for each Executive Board positions - President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and 11 Board members. The terms are for 1 year. The President and Vice President shall be of opposite gender and shall be elected together as a ticket. Candidates must have been a Member of the Dolphin Democrats 45 days before the election - Sunday, December 27, 2009.

Please send your information before January 31, 2009 to:
• E-mail: rayrideout@comcast.net
• Fax: 954-563-0811
• Phone: 954-560-8649
• Mail: PO Box 7437, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33338-7437

The Dolphin Democrats Nominating and Election Committee - Michael Albetta - Chair, Ed Coyle-Barranco, Gwen Handelman, Kevin Muth, and Ray Rideout

Stonewall Democrats Reception

2009-12-31T11:28:00.002-05:00

Join the Dolphin Democrats for a Stonewall Democrats reception and enjoy the art at Dennis Dean Galleries. The event is FREE!. Beer, wine, non alcoholic beverages, and refreshments will be provided FREE!

Stonewall Democrats Reception

Date:	Saturday, January 16, 2010
Time:	7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location:	Dennis Dean Galleries
Street:	2440 B Wilton Drive 2nd Floor
	Wilton Manors, FL

Happy Holiday

2009-12-24T08:01:00.005-05:00

Happy Holidays to all of our members.

Thanks for making our Holiday Party such a huge success. If you were unable to attend you can still renew your membership online. All 2010 Membership Dues are due by December 31st 2009.

CLICK HERE TO RENEW ONLINE

Watch a Slide Show Of our Holiday Party 2009
CLICK HERE

Thanks To Everyone who brought a unwrapped toy for Broward House.
We have made a huge impact on the lives of the clients of Broward House's Clients

Dolphin Democrats Holiday Party Toy Drive 2009

2009-11-12T09:02:00.011-05:00

Broward House has lots of kids that, without your help, will go with nothing under the tree this Holiday Season.

We are accepting any new unwrapped toys at our Holiday Party,

Wednesday, December 9th @ 7pm. The party is at Wilton Station in Wilton Manors, F L.

Please help us make this holiday season magical for all the kids and families that Broward House serves!!
Thank you

Dolphin Democrats Members will Party all night free W/ Food and Drink
RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP AND GET IN FREE
CLICK HERE TO RENEW ONLINE
Non- Members 20.00 Donation
Directions to Wilton Station

November Membership Meeitng

2009-11-09T09:43:00.006-05:00

A Message From Wilton Manors Chief Rick Perez
Also Join Vice Mayor Of Wilton Manors Justin Flippen

Join The Dolphin Democrats as we honor our Veterans.
Robert Guida - Colonel U.S. Army (Ret) and
Mark LaFontaine President of American Veterans For Equal Rights

REMEMBER, WE ARE MEETING AT PRIDE CENTER: 2040 N. DIXIE HIGHWAY BUILDING B

7:30 pm

Dolphin Dems Wine Tasting

2009-11-04T14:22:00.008-05:00

Join The Dolphin Democrats our Future County Mayor Vice-Mayor Ken Keechl & Wine Warehouse & Divino Wines

The Dolphin Democrats are proud to announce that we will be having a Membership Wine Tasting at the Wine Warehouse on Oakland Park Boulevard. If you did not get the chance to taste the wonderful wines at the Awards Gala, here is your chance. Also, great way to start your holiday shopping!!

Click Here For More Info....

Hastings Receives Dolphin Democrats Political Alliance Award

2009-10-27T11:57:00.003-05:00

Click Here For A Message From Rep. Alcee Hastings

Dolphin Democrats 2009 Awards Reception & Silent Auction

2009-10-25T08:16:00.002-05:00

Photo gallery | Broward's Dolphin Democrats 2009 Awards Reception & Silent Auction: Steve Rothaus

Broward County's Dolphin Democrats club, Florida's oldest gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender political group, held its annual awards reception Saturday night at the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum in Dania Beach.

Honorees:

Jamie Bloodworth Award - Rep. Debbie Wasserman Shultz
Trailblazer Award - Mayor Gary Resnick
Media Awards - Pompano Bill, Charles Perez, Steve Rothaus
Community Alliance Award - Broward Sheriff Bias Commission Chair -Commander Rick Wierzbicki
Political Alliance Award - Rep. Alcee Hastings
Volunteer Award - William Vayens
Community Service Award - Stonewall Library
Broward Leadership Award - Woman In Distress- EAGLE Campaign Ending Abuse Of Gays And Lesbians Everywhere
Distinguished Service Award - Linda Jain
Business Alliance Award - Hershey Group - Drew Hersey & New Moon - Carol Moran
Humanitarian Award - Barbara Stuart

A portion of the proceeds were donated to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Fund.

Food was donated by In Chef We Trust, Jets Pizza, Primavera Restaurant, Casa D' Angelo, Cafe Seville, J.Marks, Rosie's, Lola's on Harrison, Pier66/360 degree catering, Salad Creations, Snax/Fat Cat Catering, Jimmie's Chocolates, Java Boys, Croissant' Time, House of Hope, Wine Warehouse, Sidelines, Boardwalk, Divino Wines & Imports.

Here are pictures of the event. Most photos by STEVE ROTHAUS / The Miami Herald- Recipient of the Dolphins 2009 Media Award

View Full Album

October Meeting

2009-10-06T14:43:00.005-05:00

Listen To A Message From Rep. Gwyn Clarke-Reed

Click for Directions

October Is GLBT History Month

2009-09-17T08:26:00.001-05:00

2009-09-08T19:14:00.001-05:00

SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER

September Meeting

2009-08-28T12:15:00.005-05:00

ADOPTION FOR ALL

BRINGING HAPPINESS TO ALL FLORIDA'S CHILDREN

A SPECIAL MEETING DEDICATED TO FAMILY FUN!

GUEST SPEAKER STATE SENATOR NAN RICH

JOHN HOWES, ESQ. On the Law

SEPTEMBER 9, 2009 AT 7:00 PM

FOOD, FUN & FAMILY TIME

GLCC

1717 N Andrews Ave, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311

2009 Dolphin Awards Recipients

2009-08-22T18:35:00.008-05:00

Jamie Bloodworth Award- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Shultz

Trailblazer Award- Mayor Gary Resnick

Media Award(s)- Pompano Bill, Charles Perez, Steve Rothaus

Community Alliance Award- Broward Sheriff Bias Commission Chair -Commander Rick Wierzbicki

Political Alliance Award- Rep. Alcee Hastings

Volunteer Award- William Vayens

Community Service Award- Stonewall Library

Broward Leadership Award- Woman In Distress- EAGLE Campaign Ending Abuse Of Gays And Lesbians Everywhere

Distinguished Service Award- Linda Jain

Business Alliance Award- Hershey Group - Drew Hersey & New Moon -Carol Moran

Humanitarian Award- Barbara Stuart

North Broward Democratic Club Labor Day Picnic

2009-08-12T19:57:00.000-05:00

Co-Sponsored by the Dolphin Democrats

North Broward Democratic Club Labor Day Picnic -
September 7th, 2009

"Our 8th Annual Labor Day Picnic."

	1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location:	Pompano Beach Community Park, South Pavilion
Street:	10th Street
City/Town:	Pompano Beach, FL

(954) 815-8838
Email: DEMWOMAN@aol.com

HRC South Florida's Political Town Hall

2009-07-30T20:41:00.001-05:00

Event: HRC South Florida's Political Town Hall
"Come find out about the state of GLBT Legislation from Wilton Drive to the White House!"
What: Rally
Host: HRC South Florida
Start Time: Friday, August 7 at 7:30pm
End Time: Friday, August 7 at 9:00pm
Where: Gay & Lesbian Community Center

No Membership Meeting In August

2009-07-14T15:06:00.002-05:00

Hate Crimes Townhall Meeting

2009-07-14T15:02:00.004-05:00

July 8. 2009: Townhall meeting designed to educate the gay community about hate crimes and hate crime legislation. Held at the Gay & Lesbian Community Center of South Florida

Hate Crimes

2009-07-09T12:22:00.000-05:00

Hate Crimes Factsheet - Senate 2009-07

July Newsletter

2009-07-06T15:57:00.001-05:00

View July 2009 Newsletter

Florida GLBT Democratic Caucus Summer Conference

2009-06-11T16:00:00.000-05:00

July 17-19, 2009
Crowne Plaza La Concha Hotel
Downtown Key West
(800) 745-2191 or (305) 296-2991
http://www.laconchakeywest.com
(use the website for information about the hotel only -
please call for reservations to get the conference room rate)
430 Duval St
Key West, FL
map

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Friday, July 17

Reception, 6-8 pm
Hospitality Suite at La Concha, 9pm-midnight

Saturday, July 18

Registration/Continental Breakfast, 8pm
Conference Begins, 9am
Buffet Luncheon, 1230pm
Conference Resumes, 130pm
Conference Adjourns, 5pm
Reception, 630-8pm
Tentative Show-9pm
Hospitality Suite at La Concha, 10pm-midnight

Sunday, July 19

Brunch, 10am-1pm. Will include a Gay Trolley tour of Key West from 11am to noon.

Registration fees:

The conference registration fee is only $35.00 if made before July 1. The fee will increase to $50.00 after that date. Click on the button below to go to the registration page.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Crown Plaza La Concha Hotel (430 Duval) has a block of rooms at a reduced daily rate of $189 (double occupancy) - Call toll free 800-745-2191 or locally 305-296-2991. Mention GLBT Caucus to get the reduced rate.
Island House MEN ONLY (1129 Fleming) – In lieu of reduced rates, Island House is offering three-day passes to all MALE attendees for use of health club, pools, restaurant and all facility services. Check out their website for July rates – www.islandhousekeywest.com.
Oasis/Coconut Grove Guesthouses MEN ONLY (823 Fleming) has a block of rooms at a reduced daily rate of $149. Go online to www.keywest-allmale.com or call 1-800-362-2131. Mention the code “GMT” when making reservations.
Big Ruby’s Guesthouse MEN ONLY (409 Appelrouth Lane) has a LIMITED number of rooms available at a reduced daily rate of $149. Go online to www.bigrubys.com or call 1-800-477-7829. Mention “Lambda Dems” when making reservations.
Pearl’s Rainbow WOMEN ONLY (525 United) – Pearl’s has great summer rates. Check out their website at www.pearlsrainbow.com or call 1-800-749-6696. Pearls is also providing three-day passes for their facilities to FEMALE attendees.

ALL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF CONFERENCE HOTEL SITE.

Would like to consider sharing a room to reduce costs or would like to share a room with someone? Please send an email indicating if you have a rooom to share, would like to find someone sharing a room and if your preference is a male, female or no preference for a roommate. We will attempt to put interested people in contact with each other so that you may try and work out arrangements.

Want to consider ridesharing? We will also attempt to put interested people in contact with each other so that you may try and work out arrangements. Use the email link above to send your information (city, whether you'll be driving and could pick someone up or would like to find a ride) and we'll see what we can do.

June Newsletter

2009-06-11T15:54:00.003-05:00

View June 2009 Newsletter

Our Next Meeting

2009-06-06T14:20:00.003-05:00

Our June Membership Meeting. Florida Legislative Update.
Join Us As We Welcome Our State Legislators. Meeting Will Begin 1/2 Hour Early at 7:00 PM Wednesday June 10th 2009

You Are Invited

2009-06-06T10:32:00.000-05:00

DOWNLOAD INVITATION

Save The Date

2009-05-19T14:41:00.003-05:00

Save the Date - SunServe Summer Luau

Drinks, Hors D'oeuvres and Fun with our Community Leaders

Host:	SunServe

Date:	Monday, June 1, 2009
Time:	6:00pm - 8:30pm
Location:	Galanga
Street:	2389 Wilton Drive
City/Town:	Wilton Manors, FL
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Phone:	4153364666
Email:	andy@searchls.com

Come share some delicious sushi, saketinis, beer and wine with our Community Leaders and learn all that SunServe is doing to serve the needs of our LGBTQ community.

May Newsletter

2009-05-10T10:22:00.000-05:00

View May 2009 Newsletter

Join us as we celebrate an historic occasion!

2009-05-06T18:16:00.000-05:00

For the first time in 24 years, the mayor of the city of Ft. Lauderdale (Jack Seiler) will address the Dolphin Democrats at our meeting on Wednesday May 13, 2009 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Of course Jack Seiler has addressed the club recently; however it is in his position as the Mayor of Ft Lauderdale that he has not addressed the club in the past 24 years. Join us as we celebrate this historic occasion!

Introduced by Broward County Democratic Party Chair Mitch Ceasar

Gerry Gunzburger

2009-04-23T11:13:00.000-05:00

Gerry Gunzburger, husband of longtime Dolphin Democrat and County Comissioner Sue Gunzburger and father of Ron Gunzburger, died. He was 77.
Retired plastics manufacturing executive, chemist, and community activist Gerry Gunzburger died Thursday at his home in Hollywood, Florida. Gunzburger was the husband of County Commissioner Sue Gunzburger. He was 77 years old.Gunzburger was born in Berlin, Germany, in 1931. He came from a family of very cosmopolitan assimilated Jews – a family which had lived in Germany for hundreds of years. As the Nazi threats against the Jews grew, Gunzburger and his parents wisely fled Germany in late 1936. His grandmother and aunt, who opted instead to stay in Berlin, both perished in the Holocaust.

Please Help Broward House

2009-04-20T23:00:00.001-05:00

Dear Fellow Dolphin Democrats:

Please read the following, I would greatly appreciate anything you can do for this great cause, Just like the Obama campaign, Either five, ten or twnety dollars. It will make a great difference.!!

Please join me on April 30th, when I and several others will be named HOPE'S HEROES by Broward House, our local HIV/AIDS service organization. I am honored and moved that Broward House recognized my work and efforts in our community, and want to share this recognition with you.

I believe in hope. It's only a four letter word, but it means so much, just like LOVE. Right now, when we are all facing hard economic times, it's even tougher for those who truly need our support -- because they may have nowhere else to go.

Please be so generous to give what you can, so I can reach my personal goal for the Hope's Heroes program, and so Broward House can serve those who need help. Please click on www.browardhouse.org and find the link for Hope's Heroes to make your contribution. Thank you !

Attached is information that will give you a better insight what Broward House does and what it stands for.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart, and God Bless you.
Sincerely yours,
Michael A. Albetta

CLICK HERE TO VIEW INVITATION ON THE WEB

CLICK HER TO DOWNLOAD THE INVITATION

VOTE NO on SB 956 and House companion bill PCB-EDCA 09-08.

2009-04-20T12:32:00.001-05:00

Citizens groups from all over the state rallied on the 4th Floor Rotunda of the Capitol building, Senate side, in Tallahassee this morning at 11:00 AM at a press conference in opposition to two voter suppression bills being fast-tracked through the Florida legislature.

See the attached joint press release in opposition to this anti-voter legislation. More organizations are signing on moment by moment.

Keep your calls going to legislators all over the state to VOTE NO on SB 956 and House companion bill PCB-EDCA 09-08.

Be sure to call House Speaker Larry Cretul 850-488-1450 and Senate President Jeff Atwater 850-487-5100 to stop the bills from going to the floor of the House and Senate, which could happen as early as Tuesday, April 21st in the House and Wednesday, April 22nd in the Senate.

Call your Representative and Senator to VOTE NO on the bills if they get to the floor.

FIND YOUR REPRESENTATIVE AND SENATOR HERE:

House list of representatives: http://www.myflorid ahouse.gov/ Sections/ Representatives/ representatives. aspx?SessionId= 61

Senate list of senators: http://www.flsenate .gov/Legislators /index.cfm? Tab=legislators&CFID=129871154&CFTOKEN=38926163

Call Representative Dorothy Hukill at 850-488-6653, the presenter of the bill in the House, to withdraw her sponsorship.

Call Senator J.D. Alexander at 850-487-5044 and Senator Alex Diaz de la Portilla at 850-487-5109 to withdraw their sponsorship of the Senate bill.

Then call Governor Charlie Crist at 850-488-4441 to VETO the bill, no matter how it is amended, if it gets to his desk.

These bills are bad for voters, bad for election integrity, and bad for democracy.

April Meeting Day Moved

2009-04-01T11:53:00.001-05:00

In order for our members to celebrate Passover. We Will be meeting the 3rd Wednesday on April 15th.

Join Us

2009-04-01T11:48:00.002-05:00

Make Calls For Obama

2009-03-26T10:19:00.001-05:00

President Obama's budget proposes bold reforms that will pave the way for quality, affordable health care for all, and a clean energy economy. Republicans in Congress have already vowed to say "no" to these plans. But some Democrats—in the House, they call themselves "Blue Dogs"—are indicating that they want to nuzzle up to the conservative obstructionists to block Obama's proposals, regardless of the mandate the voters gave Obama to move forward.

We're asking supporters across the country to call Congress and express their support for President Obama's budget. You talked to members in your community about the need for a new direction -- now we need you to personally ask fellow supporters to send that message to Washington by contacting their elected representatives.

Sign into our online tool and ask fellow supporters across the country to call their elected representatives.

We'll provide you with a script and a targeted list of people to call.

By talking to neighbors and engaging people in your community, you proved that the economic vision laid out by President Obama won't be left up to special interests and partisan voices in Washington. Now we need to make sure Congress hears that message loud and clear.

Log on now and ask fellow supporters to make their voices heard by contacting their representatives:

http://my.barackobama.com/budgetcalls

It's your commitment and passion that continue to carry this movement.

Thank you for all that you do.

Download The Pledge to support Obama's agenda to give to your neighbors

PrideFest This Weekend

2009-03-19T10:37:00.001-05:00

All weekend, noon to 7 p.m., will be Pridefest, pridesouthflorida.org, at Holiday Park / War Memorial Auditorium, 730 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL. Admission is $8 per day, $5 for students with ID. email Tim Ross Secretary@dolphindems.org to volunteer

This Sunday, March 22, at 12:30 pm, the Broward County Women's History Coalition is hosting its 18th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The price (which includes lunch) is only $15 and the event is at the Seminole Okalee Village which is at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel complex, at 5716 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL 33314. More information is at www.womenshistorycoalition.org/events.html

We encourage you to get your neighbors to complete the Organizing for America pledge cards this weekend to support President Obama's plan. You can complete the pledges online at http://BrowardorChange.com/pledge or download and print the pledges here: grassrootspatriots.org/obama/ & input you data here http://BrowardForChange.com.data

Elections Today

2009-03-09T07:18:00.001-05:00

Municipal elections will be held in Broward County on March 10, 2009.

To help you learn more about the candidates and where they stand on issues of importance to the GLBT community, the Dolphin Democrats have sent surveys to the candidates and will post those responses as they are received. If a candidate has responded to our questionnaire you may review their responses by clicking on SURVEY after their name.

Candidates (click a candidate's name to go to their web site).

Dania Beach City Commission, Jimmy Crimminger^ SURVEY
Dania Beach City Commission, Derrick Hankerson*^ SURVEY
Fort Lauderdale City Commission District 1, Bruce Roberts SURVEY
Fort Lauderdale City Commission District 1, Christine Teel
Fort Lauderdale City Commission District 4, Coleman Prewitt*^ SURVEY
Oakland Park City Commission, Seat 1, Anne Sallee^ SURVEY
Oakland Park City Commission, Seat 1, William Sears SURVEY
Oakland Park City Commission, Seat 4, Michael Carn
Oakland Park City Commission, Seat 4, Anthony Niedwiecki*^ SURVEY
Oakland Park City Commission, Seat 5, Suzanne Boisvenue^ SURVEY
Oakland Park City Commission, Seat 5, Jedidiah Shank SURVEY

*Openly GLBT Candidate
^ Dolphin Member

The following communities will also have municipal elections on March 10: Coconut Creek, Deerfield Beach, Hillsboro Beach, Miramar, Plantation, Pompano Beach and Sunrise.

Surveys will be added to this page as they are received.

Dolphins 2009 Board

2009-02-13T08:42:00.003-05:00

Officers

Michael Albetta, President
Linda Jain , Vice President
Wally Eccleston', Treasurer
Tim Ross, Secretary
, Historian
, Parliamentarian
, Sergeant At Arms

Board Members

Get Out The Vote

2009-02-05T12:58:00.001-05:00

And The Survey Say's

2009-02-02T21:04:00.005-05:00

FEBRUARY 10, 2009 Elections

Dania Beach City Commission, Derrick Hankerson* SURVEY
Fort Lauderdale Mayor, Dean Trantalis* SURVEY
Fort Lauderdale Mayor, Steve Rossi SURVEY
Fort Lauderdale City Commission District 1, Bruce Roberts SURVEY
Fort Lauderdale City Commission District 2, Howard Elfman* SURVEY
Fort Lauderdale City Commission District 2, Steve Glassman* SURVEY
Fort Lauderdale City Commission District 2, Charlotte Rodstrom
Fort Lauderdale City Commission District 4, Jim Lewis SURVEY
Fort Lauderdale City Commission District 4, Coleman Prewitt* SURVEY
Wilton Manors City Commission, Julie Carson* SURVEY
Wilton Manors City Commission, John Fiore* SURVEY
Wilton Manors City Commission, Scott Newton SURVEY

Rally In Tally- 2009

2009-01-27T12:50:00.002-05:00

Bye Bye Bush

2009-01-17T08:25:00.002-05:00

Municipal Cadidates

2009-01-11T17:38:00.001-05:00

From Fort Lauderdale, Wilton Manors and Dania Beach
To address our Membership, January 14th Meeting 7:00 PM
Note: the Early Start Time Of The Meeting

Dolphin's Holiday Party 2008

2008-12-15T09:17:00.001-05:00

CLICK HERE FOR A SLIDE SHOW OF OUR HOLIDAY PARTY

Volunteer On A Day Without a Gay Day

2008-11-25T08:52:00.002-05:00

We are calling for a nationwide strike and economic boycott by all members of our Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered community AND OUR STRAIGHT ALLIES on December 10th, 2008, International Human Rights Day.

WHY SHOULD WE DO IT?

Because LGBT workers, business owners, consumers and taxpayers contribute over $700 billion to the U.S. economy each year and should not be treated as second class citizens. See www.witeckcombs.com/news/releases/20080602_buyingpower.pdf

Because general strikes and economic boycotts are a powerful weapon in the history of non-violent protests. See http://www.pbs.org/now/society/boycott.html. For many of those protesters, their actions came at a cost, but they understood that we must be willing to make sacrifices to fight for equal rights, including the right to marry.

Because Civil Unions are only legal in the state that offers them. Civil Unions don't include the 1100 marriage rights and benefits provided by the Federal Government. Separate but not equal is discrimination.

Because every couple in America has to get a marriage certificate from their state, whereas religious ceremonies are optional. No church or religious institution has or ever will be forced to marry anyone.

Because marriage should be a Right for all Americans, regardless of gender, race OR religion.

Because until ALL are equal, NONE are equal.

WHAT SHOULD WE DO?

Strike: call in gay, shut down your business, take the day off.

Boycott: don't buy anything or spend money.

Participate: visit www.daywithoutagay.org for a list of volunteer and/or protest opportunities.

Communicate: we need everyone's support!

Our co-sponsors include:
JOINTHEIMPACT.COM
DAYWITHOUTAGAY.ORG
DAYWITHOUTAGAY.NET
GAYS ON STRIKE (on Facebook)

WHY THE NAME "A DAY WITHOUT GAYS"? The name was inspired by the film A DAY WITHOUT A MEXICAN and the nationwide strike in 2006 called A DAY WITHOUT IMMIGRANTS, protesting proposed immigration laws.

Anyone interested it the facts regarding Proposition 8 should go to:http://www.noonprop8.com/about/fact-vs-fiction

Dolphin Democrats Annual Holiday Party

2008-11-16T14:04:00.001-05:00

Holiday Party

Wednesday

December 10

7:30-9:30 pm

Wilton Station Clubhouse

2605 NE 14th Ave

Wilton Manors FL

MAP

Donation

$10

Free with your paid

renewal or

2009 membership

to renew today

Membership Form
You can join the Dolphin Democrats in two ways:
Click here to complete an application on-line and process your payment through our PayPal account.
Or you can join by printing our membership form and mailing it in to us.

There will be no

regular membership

meeting in December

Raise Your Voice

2008-10-21T20:33:00.003-05:00

There are just days to go, and undecided voters across the country are making a final choice about who they will support in this historic election.

You can play an important role in making sure voters know that Barack Obama and Joe Biden will bring the change we need -- especially on issues important to the LGBT community like expanding hate crime statutes, fighting workplace discrimination, repealing Don't Ask, Don't Tell, and achieving full equality in the eyes of the law.

Now is the time to raise your voice.

Use our Letter to the Editor tool to write a letter to your local paper.

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It's easier to spread lies and fear than truth or hope, but you can make sure this campaign is focused on change versus four more years of the same.

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With your help, together we can make history and change America for the better.

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2008-10-18T09:09:00.000-05:00

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Florida Election Protection Hotline

2008-10-13T12:43:00.002-05:00

For Voting questions or difficulties, voters can call toll free

877- 2FL- OBAMA

(877) 235-6226

Organizational meeting for GOTV

2008-10-08T13:57:00.000-05:00

We will be having a HUGE organizational meeting for GOTV(!!) THIS SATURDAY. We will be going over a TON of great and helpful information that will make our GOTV not only an amazing success, but a heck-of-a-lot of fun. With only three weeks left, it will be imperative that we have as many people there as humanly possible.

Meeting will be held at the GOTV Center in Wilton Manors, 2040 N. Dixie Hwy (this is behind the new GLCC). After the meeting we will be breaking up into our teams for canvassing and phone calls (ie: HOW WE WIN!).

List of things to do:
Oct. 11- GOTV Strategy
Oct. 15- Final Debate Party At 8:30 PM

Time:

Sunday, October 12 at 12:00 PM

Duration:

2 hours

Contact Phone:

954-630 -VOTE

Location:

GOTV Center in Wilton Manors (Fort Lauderdale, FL)

2040 N. Dixie Hwy
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305

View Map:

Directions:

The place is on N. Dixie Hwy between NE 13th St and NE 26th St. It's on the east side of the street, and it a little easier to see coming from the north.

Yes We Can! Obama Pride

2008-10-08T10:08:00.001-05:00

With only weeks to go, it's essential that we reach out to every voter we can.

While John McCain is offering nothing but distractions and distortions, we need to talk to people about the issues that matter.

Dolphin meeting Date Change

2008-10-07T10:24:00.001-05:00

The Bylaws will be discussed at the next Dolphin Democrats meeting which will be held Tuesday, October 7 at 7:30pm, due to Yom Kippur.

The current Bylaws require that proposed changes be submitted to the Dolphin Democrats membership 10 days prior to meeting where proposed changes will be discussed. This letter and attachment fulfill that requirement. You will find a copy of the proposed changes by clicking HERE

Some of the more significant proposed changes are listed below:

Increase number of Board members to from 13 to 15
Add provision prohibiting 2 members from same household from serving on the board concurrently
Provide that the top 15 vote getters are elected as Board members
Insert sections on Conflict of Interest, Limitation of Liability, Hold Harmless and Liability Insurance
Change the quorum requirement from twenty percent to 10 percent
Change fiscal year to July1—June 30

These proposed changes have been unanimously recommended by the ByLaws and Rules Committee and unanimously recommended by the Board of Directors at their monthly meeting on August 13, 2008. We look forward to discussing the proposed changes to the Bylaws at the October 7 meeting. Please make every effort to attend the October 7 meeting. Our bylaws require a quorum of twenty percent of our membership to conduct this business.

Jim McMullen
Anthony Niedwiecki
Bylaws and Rules Committee Co-Chairs

DabateParty

2008-10-06T10:30:00.000-05:00

Join The Dolphin Democrats
Immediately after our October, 7th 2008 meeting
join The Dolphin Democrats for a Debate Party

Debate Watch Party

Type:	Debate Watch Party
Event Date:	Oct 7th, 2008
Event Time:	9:00 PM EDT
Venue Name:	GLBT Vote Center
Address:	2040 n Dixie Highway
City:	Wilton Manors
State:	FL
Zip Code:	33305
Phone:	954-630-VOTE

What To Expect If You vote At Your Precinct

2008-10-03T17:32:00.000-05:00

Tom Green endorsed by Rep Debbie Wasserman Schultz

2008-09-13T06:37:00.000-05:00

Tom Green endorsed by Rep Debbie Wasserman Schultz

Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Shultz's office has announced that she has endorsed Tom Green's candidacy in his race for Wilton Manors City Commission.

Representative Wasserman Schultz has known Tom for many years and previously endorsed him in his three successful races for the Central Broward Water Control District.

Tom has also been endorsed by Broward Property Appraiser Lori Parrish and School Board members Maureen Dinnen, Robin Bartleman,

and Jennifer Gottlieb.

Organizations that have endorsed Tom Green for city commission include the Broward AFL-CIO, the Broward Teachers Union and the United Faculty of Florida.

Wasserman Schultz has also endorsed Justin Flippen for one of the two city commission seats to be decided in the November 4^th election.

Justin Flippen has been endorsed By Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz

2008-09-11T12:29:00.001-05:00

Dolphin Democrats President, Justin Flippen, has picked up a big name endorsement -- U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz -- in his campaign for Wilton Manors City Commission.

Wasserman Schultz, a Weston Democrat, represents Wilton Manors in Congress.

His other endorsers are County Commissioner Ken Keechl, County Property Appraiser Lori Parrish, former Wilton Manors mayors Jim Stork and Tracy Stafford, and former commissioners Sue Olson and Joe Angelo.

Flippen is one of five candidates. The top two in the November election win seats on the commission.

The others are Celeste Ellich,Thomas L. "Tom" Green, Jan Lee Page and Stephen Michael Zollo.

Wasserman Schultz has also endorsed Tom Green. One of her aides called to say she's always been a supporter of Green's.

Posted at the Sun-Sentinel

President of the Dolphin Democrats interviewed on CNN

2008-08-25T19:01:00.002-05:00

Justin Flippen, President of the Dolphin Democrats, was interviewed on CNN this morning.

Justin is a delegate to the Democratic National Convention being held in Denver this week.

Click HERE to see the video:

Two Dolphin Dems Get Married In San Francisco

2008-08-13T22:13:00.000-05:00

Broward County activists Waymon Hudson (of Fight OUT Loud) and Anthony Niedwiecki (a Nova-Southeastern law professor and Oakland Park commission candidate) got married in City Hall in San Francisco.

Here's a picture from the ceremony!

August Membership Meeting To Start At 7:00 pm

2008-08-13T08:44:00.000-05:00

Due to the number of county wide candidates will be starting our meeting at 7:00 pm Wednesday August 13th 2008. Group 1 speakers will begin at 7:00 and Group 2 at 8:00.
See below invited candidates and their group. To view the candidates questionaire CLICK HERE.

Group	Office	Candidate
1	County Commission, Dist. 7	Bryan Caletka
1	County Commission, Dist. 7	Robert L. McKinzie, Jr.
1	County Commission, Dist. 7	Carlton B. Moore
1	County Commission, Dist. 7	John E. Rodstrom, Jr.
1	County Commission, Dist. 9	John Billingsley, Jr.
1	County Commission, Dist. 9	Josephus Eggelletion, Jr.
1	County Commission, Dist. 9	Dale Holness
1	County Commission, Dist. 9	Allen B. Jackson
1	Property Appraiser	Lori Parrish
1	Property Appraiser	Sara E. Truini
1	Supervisor of Elections	Adriane Reesey
1	Supervisor of Elections	Brenda C. Snipes
2	School Board, Dist. 1	Diane Ziol Caulfield
2	School Board, Dist. 1	Ann Murray
2	School Board, Dist. 1	Richard W. Saltrick
2	School Board, Dist. 2	Beverly Gallagher
2	School Board, Dist. 2	Henry A. Rose
2	School Board, Dist. 9	Robin Bartleman
2	School Board, Dist. 9	Dee Schroeder
2	Sheriff	S. "Shak" Dhanji
2	Sheriff	Scott J. Israel
2	Sheriff	Richard J. Lemack
2	Sheriff	Wiley Thompson
2	Sheriff	Bruce Lee Udolf

Linda Bird Campaign Kick off Party

2008-07-30T14:13:00.001-05:00

Campaign Kick Off Party

Special Guests

The Honorable Steve Geller - Senate Democratic Leader

The Honorable Dave Aronberg The Honorable Jeremy Ring

The Honorable Joe Gibbons The Honorable Elaine Schwartz

The Honorable Nan Rich The Honorable Skip Campbell

When

Thursday, July 31st at 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Where

L'Hermitage Building One
3100 North Ocean Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
General Area: End of Oakland Park Blvd, east of A1A

Carpool please. Park in valet, or street side parking across A1A.

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Join us as we launch this successful campaign and take back the Florida Senate!

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Dolphin Democrats

Clinton's Landmark LGBT Speech Shows Importance of Electing Pro-Equality Candidates Watch video

Hold June

June Update

June 2011

Nomination Procedures for Officers and Directors

Accomplishments by the Administration and Congress on LGBT Equality

Nomination Procedures for Officers and Directors

April Membership Meeting

Congratulations To The Dolphin Democrats New Board

Join Us in celebrating the Life of Bayard Rustin

The Nominating and Elections Committee

Florida GLBT Democratic Caucus Announces Winter Conference Feb 26-28

Why is Rustin not synonymous with Civil Rights?

Nomination Procedures for Officers and Directors

Stonewall Democrats Reception

Stonewall Democrats Reception

Happy Holiday

Dolphin Democrats Holiday Party Toy Drive 2009

November Membership Meeitng

Dolphin Dems Wine Tasting

Hastings Receives Dolphin Democrats Political Alliance Award

Dolphin Democrats 2009 Awards Reception & Silent Auction

Photo gallery | Broward's Dolphin Democrats 2009 Awards Reception & Silent Auction: Steve Rothaus

October Meeting

October Is GLBT History Month

September Meeting

2009 Dolphin Awards Recipients

North Broward Democratic Club Labor Day Picnic

HRC South Florida's Political Town Hall

No Membership Meeting In August

Hate Crimes Townhall Meeting

Hate Crimes

July Newsletter

Florida GLBT Democratic Caucus Summer Conference

June Newsletter

Our Next Meeting

You Are Invited

Save The Date

Save the Date - SunServe Summer Luau

May Newsletter

Join us as we celebrate an historic occasion!

Gerry Gunzburger

Please Help Broward House

VOTE NO on SB 956 and House companion bill PCB-EDCA 09-08.

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Make Calls For Obama

PrideFest This Weekend

Elections Today

Dolphins 2009 Board

Get Out The Vote

And The Survey Say's

Rally In Tally- 2009

Bye Bye Bush

Municipal Cadidates

Dolphin's Holiday Party 2008

Volunteer On A Day Without a Gay Day

Dolphin Democrats Annual Holiday Party

Raise Your Voice

Florida Election Protection Hotline

Organizational meeting for GOTV

Yes We Can! Obama Pride

Dolphin meeting Date Change

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Debate Watch Party

What To Expect If You vote At Your Precinct

Tom Green endorsed by Rep Debbie Wasserman Schultz

Justin Flippen has been endorsed By Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz

President of the Dolphin Democrats interviewed on CNN

Two Dolphin Dems Get Married In San Francisco

August Membership Meeting To Start At 7:00 pm

Linda Bird Campaign Kick off Party

Campaign Kick Off Party

Special Guests

When

Where

L'Hermitage Building One3100 North Ocean BlvdFort Lauderdale, FL 33308General Area: End of Oakland Park Blvd, east of A1A

Description

Host

L'Hermitage Building One
3100 North Ocean Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
General Area: End of Oakland Park Blvd, east of A1A