October has been a very difficult month. The heinous massacre on October 7th carried out by Hamas on innocent men, women and children in Israel once again brought to light the evil and hatred that exists in our world.  Innocent Palestinians seem to be caught in the middle and are also victims. Continued war brings more death and destruction while spreading the seeds of hatred.  We need solutions, not war…if that is possible.  

Domestically, the GOP has finally – after three weeks of failure – voted on a Speaker of the House of Representatives:  Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana.  Speaker Johnson is a member of the extreme right wing MAGA faction of the Republican Party and also a vehement election denier.  He is opposed to reproductive rights, gay marriage, voter rights, aid to Ukraine…need we go on?  Will he support raising the debt ceiling to avoid a potentially catastrophic government shutdown?  We are in for a potentially rough ride. 

The 2024 Election will be a referendum on whether Democracy will survive. That is why your efforts have never been more needed.    Our committed membership of 265 (and still growing) Shore Democrats will be knocking on doors, campaigning, phone banking, writing letters  – whatever it takes to win!

At our November 2nd meeting we will:

• Distribute petitions to sign for reproductive rights and clean water.

• Discuss VBM digital registration

• Accept new memberships and renewals for 2024. (We have not raised our membership dues for some time; due to rising costs our annual membership fee will increase by only $5.00 to $25.00 from our current fee of $20.00.)

Finally, don't forget about the "Koolest Pet Contest"! Click here for complete information.