2018 Campaign Volunteer Opportunities

As many of you know we have a full slate of Democrat candidates up for election this year. This is the first time in nearly 30 years that we have had this much opportunity to have our voices heard at the ballot box.

Jana Lynne Sanchez

Our own Jana Lynne Sanchez won her primary runoff and is now working hard to represent us in Washington. Just this week The Economist called her race for District 6 a toss-up. What does that mean? It means with our help she can win!!! We will have Ellis County represented in Washington DC!!!

Her campaign can be found here…   She has multiple opportunities to block walk, make phone calls, etc.. you can sign up to help here…

Her support for our local candidates has been fantastic and we need to return that love!

Beto O’Rourke

On Saturday July 7th at 1PM, our Headquarters will be hosting a Beto Grassroots HQ opening party. From then until November, HQ will be open Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6-9 and on Saturdays from 12-4 for the purpose of building support for our Democratic candidates.

These events will be open to everyone who wants to make phone calls, block walk, register voters etc.. Beto’s campaign is picking up a lot of steam and he is within striking distance of Ted Cruz. The buzz he is generating is gaining national attention and will be a big boost to our local efforts.

To sign up to attend the grand opening click here.

4th of July Parade and Root Beer Float After Party

The Ellis County Young Democrats will be participating in the Waxahachie 4th of July parade.  The theme this year is “Riding the Blue Wave”. There is a decorating party Sunday July 1st at 1PM at HQ. Pizza and drinks as well. All are welcome to come join in the fun. This is a kid friendly event so please feel free to bring the youngsters. 

The parade is Wednesday the 4th. If you would like to come ride the float or walk along side you are more than welcome. The more the merrier! Last year we had a heard a lot of cheers and we expect this year to be even better!  We will be meeting at HQ between 7-8 AM to prepare and line up. If you would like to participate contact the Young Dems via email at moc.liamgnull@smedgnuoyytnuocsille or through their Facebook Page.

Directly following the parade we will be hosting a Root Beer float after party at HQ. Last year’s turnout was fantastic. Great conversations, good friends, and cold drinks is what the 4th is all about! Come be a part of the fun! 

The Ellis County Democratic Party is looking for a social media director. This person will maintain and update all social media accounts and web pages related to the Ellis County Democratic Party. Including but not limited to events, meetings, polls, memes, fun, parties, news of the day, whatever else we think should be sent out in to the ether

The opening is posted on the Facebook page and can be found here..

1. Please join us for Liberal Lunch on Friday, June 8 at 11:30 am at both
Ryan’s – 1400 N. Highway 77, Waxahachie, TX 75165
and
Cotton Patch – 706 N I-45, Ennis, TX 75119
Calling all Ennis liberal-minded lunchers – come to the 1st Liberal Lunch in Ennis and let’s get to know each other; Let’s be seen!

2. August 3 – 4, TDW Summer Retreat in Dallas! Click Here to Register
Reserve your room at the Dallas Sheraton, 400 Olive Street, Dallas, 75201 before 5 pm, July 13th by calling (888) 627-8191 and saying you’re with the North Dallas Texas Democratic Women (NDTDW) group to receive discounted group rates – Queen/Queen rooms including all taxes for single or double occupancy for $137.15 per night; $139.00 for triple occupancy; and $159.00 quadruple occupancy. Book directly with the hotel at 214-922-8000, or through the national booking number, (888) 627-8191 and tell them you are with the North Dallas Texas Democratic Women – NDTDW group to get the group rate (with the group rate, parking is $8 per night and in-room WiFi is free).
Schedule
Friday night: Candidate Meet & Greet & Retreat Registration
6 – 7:30 pm in Chaparral Main Room, with Cash Bar – Room is on the 38th floor with amazing views
Saturday: 8: 30 am Continental Breakfast, Dallas Foyer A
8:45 AM Breakfast Speaker Dallas Ballroom A 1-2
9:15 AM – Meeting Begins
12:00 Noon – Grab & Go Lunch, Dallas Foyer A
12:30 PM – Lunch Speaker
1:00 – 5:00 PM – Meeting and Breakout Sessions
TDW Board Meeting will convene in the Pearl 5 Conference Room at the conclusion of scheduled Retreat activities.

3. The Fish Fry Fundraiser was a big success. Many thanks for your support! We had a profit of $510 which will go to local candidates in Ellis County.