Elections 2008
A Modern Woman’s Lessons from Election 2008
There was a lot at stake for working women and their families in this historic election, including pay equity, education, healthcare and retirement security. I paid close attention to the facts before voting this election. Besides the obvious, I made many other observations and took some notes to take into consideration during future elections.
I’ll [...]
Are States UNITED during elections?
As the time to close polls during this important election near, I am noticing a pattern in the frequency of problems that voters have experienced today at the polls…confusion, poor planning, inadequate training, precinct resources, staff and technology glitches seem to be a reoccurring problem across the country during each election.
I remember having heard about [...]
Protect your vote today…
I was just listening to the radio and learned about a Hotline specifically for Indiana and North Carolina primary voter questions today. They are called The National Campaign for Fair Elections - Election Protection. Apparently, during the primaries in February, March and April Election Protection got over 6000 calls! If you have any questions or [...]
I voted early! Have you?
I realize that voting is a privelage, so I wanted to take the time out to cast my ballot early, since I never know what may come up on voting day. I early! I was already registered, so it literally took me 20 minutes to vote. I was surprised that there weren’t more campaign volunteers standing outside [...]
NC Primaries here already?
My mom called me tonight to remind me that the NC elections primary is right around the corner. I have been following the elections, but it’s hard to believe that early voting season for the ‘08 election has begun. If you haven’t registered yet or if you’re not sure if you’ll have time to vote on [...]
Redefining Leadership in NC
Since we are talking about appreciating diversity this week, I was happy to learn that The Latin American Women’s Club of NC is hosting another event to recognize and support the efforts and talents of the Hispanic women, who with leadership and optimism, work for the well-being of their family, and are models of overcoming [...]
Raleigh’s Peace College gets students involved in Decision 08
I had the opportunity to visit my alma mater, Peace College, today for a historical event in this year’s presidential election. Chelsea Clinton added Peace College to her list of NC colleges and universities to visit today. My attendance nor the college’s hosting Chelsea’s visit is not an endorsement of her mother’s race, but the [...]
Use politics as a tool for positive change
My first job out of college was working for one of North Carolina’s U.S. Representatives. I always had an interest in activism and politics, but never truly knew how the system worked. The experience taught me so much about how laws are made and how politcs truly impact every aspect of our lives. I taught me the [...]
Wake Co. Democratic Party celebrates 28th anniversary for Valentine’s Day Fundraiser
For 28 years, the Wake Co. Democratic Party has gathered hundreds of Democratic activists and prominent elected officials together to re-connect and socialize at their Valentine Fundraiser. This year’s event will take place tonight at 5 p.m. at the Wake Co. Democratic Party headquarters on
Hillsborough Street in Raleigh. The key note speaker is
Elaine Marshall, NC [...]
Educated vote
Now that “Super Tuesday” is officially behind us, the Presidential primary season is in full swing and you have a decision to make. First and foremost, if you’re eligible to vote and are not registered go ahead and do your research! One of the hot topics during this Presidential election is education. Chances are everyone [...]