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Placer County Democratic Party Newsletter
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A Message from Our Chair October 2024
Time is flying fast and GOTV (Get Out The Vote) is upon us. You will be receiving your ballots soon along with mailers from the Placer County Democratic Party where we have endorsed candidates. Please be sure to vote early and remind your friends and family to vote too. Please make a plan to mail in your ballot or drop it off at one of the drop box locations in Placer County.
Now is the crucial time to be supporting candidates through campaign activities. All of our endorsed candidates need volunteers to knock on doors and make phone calls to sway voters and convince them to vote. There is a lot going on during the weekends and during the week, so please find an activity and join with your fellow Democrats so that we can finish strong!
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A nation lives its values in many ways, and the candidates who earned our endorsements have shown they fully understand democratic values. In choosing the elected nonpartisan positions they are running for; they understand that it takes more than individuals to make a community fair and responsive for all residents. They know democracy is for everyone here in their communities and in the United States of America. You can learn more about the candidates by clicking on their Internet links. |
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CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 3 |
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Auburn and Mid-Placer |
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AUBURN CITY COUNCIL
I will work to bring vibrancy and stability to Auburn through fiscally responsible actions and creative solutions to meet our City’s needs while celebrating our rich history and natural resources. |
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AUBURN UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
Our campaign is focusing on three main areas: fiscal responsibility with a focus on student achievement, my decades of directly related school district experience, and being transparent, informative and civil in conducting Board activities. Email: [email protected] |
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PLACER UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT, TRUSTEE AREA 1
The communities we live in are special, and excellent education for our students is a value we all share. As a Trustee, I will seek out to engage with all stakeholders (parents, teachers, students, district personnel, and community members} to ensure and safeguard that high quality education is available to all students in a safe and positive environment. |
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PLACER UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT, TRUSTEE AREA 5
A Dad and a moderate, common-sense educator with 19 years’ experience as a local public high school teacher, I am running for Placer Union High School Board District 5 to help protect and strengthen our local public schools. |
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PLACER HILLS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT, 4-YEAR TERM
Our students deserve an education that fosters creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking. That’s why I want to bring the focus of the board back to strong STEM, music and arts programs in our schools. |
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PLACER HILLS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT, 4-YEAR TERM
I am a married working mom of a student at Sierra Hills and grew up in Colfax attending our local public schools. I am running because I want to serve my community and bring my professional knowledge of public policy creation and implementation to the school board to ensure we are putting forth the best policies so all students can learn in a safe and positive environment. |
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PLACER HILLS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT, 2-YEAR TERM
Let teachers teach! Watch our children thrive! Email: [email protected] |
Granite Bay |
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SAN JUAN WATER DISTRICT, DIVISION 2 DIRECTOR
I am a dedicated professional with a wealth of experience in the jewelry business and a strong background in accounting and finance. I am passionate about using my analytical skills to benefit our community, particularly in overseeing and addressing critical issues. As a candidate for San Juan Water District 2, my focus is on ensuring a sustainable future for our water system. |
Rocklin |
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ROCKLIN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, TRUSTEE AREA 3
I am a career educator and RUSD parent who will advocate for all students, support our teachers, and focus on education. |
Roseville Area |
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PLACER COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION, TRUSTEE AREA 2
As a current educator and parent of students in our local schools, I provide first-hand experience with our students, teachers, staff, and families and offer an important connection between the classroom and the Board. |
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ROSEVILLE CITY COUNCIL, DISTRICT 5
A Leader You Can Trust. Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KarenAlvordForCityCouncil |
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ROSEVILLE JOINT UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT, TRUSTEE AREA 3
Put students first; Provide a quality education; Exercise fiscal responsibility. |
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ROSEVILLE JOINT UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT, TRUSTEE AREA 5 Debra Latteri
I am committed to making sure that every student feels safe and accepted at school. I also am dedicated to helping facilitate that every student receives a stellar education which will provide them with the knowledge, skills and tools to be able to follow their dreams and passions as an adult.
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ROSEVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, TRUSTEE AREA 1
Our teachers and staff do an outstanding job guiding our students and helping them achieve social growth and academic success. I want to protect their hard work and your investment in our community’s families. Email: [email protected] |
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ROSEVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, TRUSTEE AREA 5
My priorities are school safety, a comprehensive curriculum, and fiscal responsibility. I want all students to feel safe at school and excited to learn. Email: [email protected] |
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DRY CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT
We all want our kids to thrive, succeed and be good citizens. I am running to support our children, parents, teachers, and administrators in making Dry Creek Schools the best in the state. |
Tahoe Area |
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TAHOE FOREST HOSPITAL DIRECTOR
As a long term resident with four years on the Hospital Board I add value to our District with my medical-legal background and experience. |
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TRUCKEE TAHOE AIRPORT DISTRICT
In addition to proposing programs for reduced noise and environmental impact, and increased aviation safety, I have worked to secure nearly $6M for a new wildfire mitigation partnership with the fire districts in our region. I’m running for re-election to make sure we don’t lose this community focus, because our airport district must benefit all residents of Tahoe Truckee. |
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Every Single Vote Matters
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By Cindy Engen Communications Committee Member
We have been hearing about non-voters forever, but I did not realize how important an issue this was until I looked at statistics from the 2020 elections. Joe Biden received 81,284,666 votes and Donald Trump received 74,224,379, which is a difference of just over 7 million votes or about 4.5%. The number of people who were eligible but did not vote was about 80 million. Those votes would make a big difference when states determine who would get the electoral college votes. A few states split the electoral votes among candidates but for most states, “it is winner takes all.”
These ten states do not split electoral votes and together that makes 254 electoral votes. Since 270 electoral votes decide the winner, you see why these states are so important. There are now telephone campaigns (phone banking) in these states and hopefully, some of you can join as volunteers. This link shows you how: https://Events.democrats.org.
Why don’t people vote? Some may need help registering to vote. Some don’t see the importance of voting as it is all politics. Some cannot find anything they like in any of the candidates. Others feel their vote wouldn’t make a difference. We can try to address these issues if they bring them forward and maybe even change a mind or two. A sage once said, even if you don’t do politics, politics will do you.
The takeaway is that sometimes elections are decided by small percentages in each state. The outcome is that low voter turnout can result in unwanted, unpopular candidates versus responsive candidates who are better for our nation or for our state. Here in Placer County, we have a very good percentage of registered voters going to the polls. We should talk to whoever we can see if they are planning on voting this year and that they will go blue all the way down the ticket. Placer County Democratic Party has put together a list of candidates who share our ideas. Please tell everyone how important one vote can be for state issues as well as National ones. |
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