Wednesday, May 22, 2024

In this Issue: Save the Date — Democrats Defending Democracy Fundraiser June 13, 2024 ● Remembering Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day ● Lake County Democrats Well-Represented at Campaign Training Boot Camp ● President Biden Rebuilding Our Economy – Inflation Decreases Slightly in April ● Lake Dems Presents State of the State Report with Legislators on Zoom ● Lake County Democrats Care About the Environment ● Laura Faver Dias Working for You in District 62 ● Lake Dems Presidential Debate Watch Party ● Lake Dems Out and About ● Volunteer Spotlight ● ICYMI (In Case You Missed It) ● Upcoming Events

Save the Date

June 13, 2024

Lake Dems is continuously planning events. If you can help us scout locations, make phone calls, decorate, sign people in, or help with the many other event-related tasks, let us know at info@lakedems.org.

On Memorial Day we remember and pay tribute to those who gave their lives to protect our democracy.

With our democracy under attack from enemies at home and abroad, we must all stand up to protect our freedoms. To truly honor our fallen heroes demands that we take action. 

Lake Dems will be participating in Memorial Day parades around the county. See the Events List below for details. Come walk with us and show your Democratic spirit by wearing an official Lake County Democrats t-shirt or hat. Let us know if you need one.

8th Annual Campaign Training Boot Camp at Illinois State University where participants learned about campaigning, organizing, and winning.

On Saturday, May 18, 2024, the Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Association, partnered with the Democratic Party of Illinois and National Democratic Training Committee (NDTC), held their annual Campaign Training Boot Camp for candidates and activists at Illinois State University. The 8th annual Boot Camp assembled participants for free in-person training to provide tools, skills, and insight to help  Democratic leaders, volunteers, and candidates become better equipped to begin, continue, or grow their involvement.

In the “Recruiting Candidates” session, Lake County Dems Vice Chair Nancy Shepherdson spoke about how, through the strong and targeted recruitment efforts of party leaders, Lake County has turned from bright red to mostly blue.

Lake Dems offers candidate, volunteer, and activist training throughout the year. Watch your email and this newsletter for announcements.

Consumer inflation decreased slightly in April, for an annual rate of 3.4%. The core inflation rate (excluding volatile items like food and gas) decreased to its lowest level in three years. See PBS NewsHour, U.S. inflation ticked down slightly last month in the first drop of 2024.

President Biden is rebuilding our economy after Donald Trump left office with the worst jobs record since the Great Depression. Just look at some of the latest data points:

    -  Annual inflation down more than 60% since its peak.

    -  Lowest core inflation in three years.

    -  Grocery prices fell over the last three months.

    -  Wages are up more than prices over the last year and since the pandemic.

    -  More than 15 million jobs were created.

    -  Unemployment below 4% for the longest stretch in over 50 years.

But President Biden knows families are still struggling, which is why he is fighting every day to lower costs:

    -  Negotiating lower prescription drug prices.

    -  Capping insulin at $35/month for seniors.

    -  Saving millions of Americans $800/year on health care.

    -  Lowered child care costs, and cut taxes for hardworking families.

    -  Taking on price gouging by banning hidden junk fees.

    -  Calling on corporations with record profits to lower prices.

The spring legislative session of the Illinois General Assembly is almost over. Watch for our annual State of the State Zoom presentation with our Lake County Democratic State Senators and State Representatives. They will brief us on the recently concluded session. This event is FREE and open to Democrats. Stay tuned for more information.

Lake County Democrats put our values into action. Removing litter from roadsides prevents pollutants from breaking down into harmful microplastics and from entering nearby water bodies and harming wildlife. Last weekend, Grant and Antioch Township Dems and Wauconda Township Dems, including interns, attended Adopt-A-Highway clean-up events. 

Laura Faver Dias, State Representative in the 62nd District, is just one of our amazing Democratic elected officials running for re-election in November. Here are a few examples of the great work she is doing for Lake County.

Want to know more? Subscribe to her newsletter here: https://www.repfaverdias.com/newsletter.

Lake Dems remains committed to electing Democrats up and down the ballot. Want to help? https://lakedems.org/volunteer/.

SAVE THE DATE: The first presidential debate is scheduled for Thursday, June 27. Join the Lake County Democrats Presidential Debate Watch Party as we cheer on President Biden. The debate starts at 7:00pm Central. We’ll likely have food together before the debate begins. More details to follow as we get closer. Hope to see you there!

We'd love to include your event photos in our newsletter! To be considered for inclusion, please send yours to info@lakedems.org with a brief description of the event. Have an event coming up? To submit future events for consideration for our website and emails, go to
lakedems.org/submit-an-event.

Hilary Winiarz’s Campaign Kickoff for Lake County Board

Women for Brad Luncheon 2024

An Evening with Ben Wikler, Chair of the Wisconsin Democrats

Lake Dems Chair Lauren Beth Gash joined Democratic leaders to meet with Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler.

Voter Registration Events at Vernon Hills and Mundelein High Schools

Precinct Committeeperson Carl Renouard of Libertyville Township organized a Voter Registration event at Mundelein High School that registered 116 graduating seniors on May 16. Carl also organized a registration drive at Vernon Hills High School. Pictured above right are (l-r) Lucinda Troester, Pat Donahue, Lake County Coroner Jennifer Banek, and voter registration drive organizer Carl Renouard, members of Libertyville Township Democrats.

Wine Women & Shoes Event to Benefit A Safe Place

Lake Dems is grateful for our many active volunteers. Click here if you're interested in helping.

It’s important that Democrats are represented at each polling place by Democratic election judges who assist voters with disputes and other issues that may arise. In fact, it’s important both parties are represented so that all voters can have confidence that the election is fair.

This week, a group of volunteers helped us look at our commissioned Democratic election judges to determine if they are Democrats. Thanks to volunteers Val Pape, Colleen Jenn, Charlotte Bank, Kim Rodriguez, Joy Anes, Charisse Bruno, Linda Dawe, Debi Zisook, and interns including Dylaeni Atlee, Steven Jiang, and Kaileen Arnholt for researching about 2500 names in just a few days.

Broadband Work Continues in Lake County as Affordable Connectivity Program Ends Nationwide

Drug Trafficker Detained Under New System That Ensures ‘Drug Money’ Doesn’t Lead to a ‘Revolving Door’ 

Justice Alito’s Home, a ‘Stop the Steal’ Symbol on Display

Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois, chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, called on Alito to recuse himself from cases related to the 2020 election and Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection.

WEDNESDAY, May 22

Wauconda Township Democrats May Meeting. 6:00pm, Wauconda. More.

SATURDAY, May 25

Lake County Democrats Veterans Committee Meeting. 11:00am, Gurnee. More.

Lake County Democrats Volunteer Meeting. 1:00pm, Gurnee. More.

MONDAY, May 27

Walk with Democrats in Lake Villa Memorial Day Parade. Line up at 11:00am, step off at 12:00pm, Lake Villa. More.

Walk with Democrats in Wauconda Memorial Day Parade. Line up at 9:00am, step off at 10:00am, Wauconda. More.

For the complete list of Upcoming Events, go to lakedems.org/events. Click here to submit your event for consideration.

How Do I Join Lake County Democrats?

Lake County Democrats is made up of people like you, people who are passionate about building better communities and a better world. We’re a grassroots political organization, working with Democrats in all parts of Lake County – from Antioch to Highland Park, Libertyville to Waukegan, Barrington to Zion. Become a member online now (individual: $35/couples $60 - though more is always appreciated), or send a check payable to Lake County Democrats to P.O. Box 671, Lake Zurich, IL 60047. Questions? Contact info@lakedems.org.

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