NJ-National Federation of Democratic Women Update
We had a successful event at the National Federation of Democratic Women that was held here in Atlantic City the weekend of April 29th. I would especially like to thank Harry for stopping by on Friday to give some assistance. Some highlights from the weekend:
1. We were present at an event in which the state chairman, Joe Cryan, was present. He was surprised to see us there, but we had a few minutes to talk, and I believe that he knows that we're here to stay. We had some minor discussions about more talks to local democratic groups.
2. We met with Diane Legreide, the Executive Director of the New Jersey State Democratic Party. She indicated that she's been receiving phone calls, mail, and e-mail about how to contact someone from the Warner camp. We talked briefly, and I gave her all the relevant contact information. She indicated that she would pass our contact information on to all who wanted it.
3. We met U.S. Senator Menendez, and members of his staff. They are looking for support in the upcoming election (Menendez is in a hard battle with Thomas Kean Jr.) and are also interested in the Warner campaign. I believe that there will be mutual support between the two groups. With us giving them support this fall, I believe that they will be more inclined to support Gov. Warner in the future.
4. We had discussions with several active groups here in New Jersey (because of the event being held here, there was a large Jersey contingent). We have been asked to speak in Bergen, Mercer, Cape May, Salem, and Gloucester Counties. We also obtained several leads on groups of democratic volunteers looking to get involved.
5. We spread the word to democratic women nationally. A number of them had not heard of Warner, but were very interested when we gave some info on his background and accomplishments. A number of delegates took information and will be listening to Warner as the year goes by.
6. We obtained about 150 e-mails addresses for democratic women in 22 states and the District of Columbia. All potential leads as we begin to move towards formal announcements of candidacy.
All in all it was a good event for us.
As for "New Jersey For Warner", we will be at the Hoboken Arts and Music Festival next Sunday, May 7th. We can expect 1,000's of people to be at the fair. This will be our first foray into meeting with the average voter. I am looking forward to it.
Bernie and Harry have volunteered to spend time at the fair. I will also be there in the morning to help get set up and plan on staying until I'm dragged home. Even though there will be three of us, we can always use and welcome more volunteers. If interested please let us know. Our table will be at the corner of Washington and First Street.
Remember we also have two fairs in June, Metuchen and Fair Lawn, and a fair in Red Bank in September.
This will be an exciting year for the movement.
We will post photos soon!
By Tom Wolfe
DMW NJ Director
1. We were present at an event in which the state chairman, Joe Cryan, was present. He was surprised to see us there, but we had a few minutes to talk, and I believe that he knows that we're here to stay. We had some minor discussions about more talks to local democratic groups.
2. We met with Diane Legreide, the Executive Director of the New Jersey State Democratic Party. She indicated that she's been receiving phone calls, mail, and e-mail about how to contact someone from the Warner camp. We talked briefly, and I gave her all the relevant contact information. She indicated that she would pass our contact information on to all who wanted it.
3. We met U.S. Senator Menendez, and members of his staff. They are looking for support in the upcoming election (Menendez is in a hard battle with Thomas Kean Jr.) and are also interested in the Warner campaign. I believe that there will be mutual support between the two groups. With us giving them support this fall, I believe that they will be more inclined to support Gov. Warner in the future.
4. We had discussions with several active groups here in New Jersey (because of the event being held here, there was a large Jersey contingent). We have been asked to speak in Bergen, Mercer, Cape May, Salem, and Gloucester Counties. We also obtained several leads on groups of democratic volunteers looking to get involved.
5. We spread the word to democratic women nationally. A number of them had not heard of Warner, but were very interested when we gave some info on his background and accomplishments. A number of delegates took information and will be listening to Warner as the year goes by.
6. We obtained about 150 e-mails addresses for democratic women in 22 states and the District of Columbia. All potential leads as we begin to move towards formal announcements of candidacy.
All in all it was a good event for us.
As for "New Jersey For Warner", we will be at the Hoboken Arts and Music Festival next Sunday, May 7th. We can expect 1,000's of people to be at the fair. This will be our first foray into meeting with the average voter. I am looking forward to it.
Bernie and Harry have volunteered to spend time at the fair. I will also be there in the morning to help get set up and plan on staying until I'm dragged home. Even though there will be three of us, we can always use and welcome more volunteers. If interested please let us know. Our table will be at the corner of Washington and First Street.
Remember we also have two fairs in June, Metuchen and Fair Lawn, and a fair in Red Bank in September.
This will be an exciting year for the movement.
We will post photos soon!
By Tom Wolfe
DMW NJ Director
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