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Amy Klobuchar Making a Big Announcement on Boom Island in Minneapolis on February 10, 2019

Amy Klobuchar Making a Big Announcement on Boom Island in Minneapolis on February 10, 2019

Amy’s making a special announcement on Sunday.

Boom Island
724 Sibley St. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413

Sunday, February 10, 2019

Doors open at 1PM -- Program begins at 1:30PM

RSVP Now

https://amy-klobuchar.com/

This is going to be a special day that you won’t want to miss. The program will be short, we’ll provide the hot cocoa, and you can enjoy the downright balmy weather (compared to last week at least)!

Once you sign up, we’ll send you all the details including parking information.

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar to Make Major Announcement in Minneapolis on Sunday

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar will make a major announcement on Sunday, February 10 in Minneapolis, Minnesota at Boom Island Park, where she will be joined by fellow Minnesotans and supporters.

Klobuchar will make her announcement in Minnesota, where she built a strong grassroots organization and garnered over 60 percent of the vote - winning all eight congressional districts and 42 counties that voted for Trump in 2016 - in her reelection bid in 2018, and led a state ticket that experienced historic victories: winning the Governor’s office, every statewide constitutional office, took back control of the Minnesota State House for the first time since 2014 and elected five women to represent Minnesota in Congress.

The event will open to the public at 1:00 p.m., and the program is scheduled to start at 1:30 p.m. Hot cocoa, cookies, warming houses and live entertainment will all be part of the day’s events.

Who: U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar
What: Sen. Amy Klobuchar to make a major announcement in Minneapolis
Where: Boom Island Park, 724 Sibley Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
When: Sunday, February 10. Event opens to public at 1:00 p.m., program starts at 1:30 pm

Iowa Democratic Party Statement on President Trump's State of the Union Address

Iowa Democratic Party Statement on President Trump's State of the Union Address

After tonight's State of the Union address, Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price released the following statement:

"Tonight, Donald Trump delivered a winding State of the Union filled with mistruths, blatant fear-mongering and hyper-partisan talking points.

But, I took to heart when President Trump asked what we will do with this moment.

Here’s what Iowa Democrats will do:

We will continue to look at the opportunities in front of us and to fight for a better America. We will work to create world-class public schools, a healthcare system that values all Iowans, a strong middle class that respects workers and gives every Iowan a fair shot.

And we will always, always be the Party that welcomes everyone as they work towards their American Dream."

Republican Party of Iowa Statement on State of the Union Address

RPI Statement on State of the Union Address

(DES MOINES) - Republican Party of Iowa Chairman Jeff Kaufmann released the following statement in response to President Trump’s State of the Union Address:

“For the last two years, President Trump has delivered on his promises to the American people. He has put America First time and again, championing historic tax cuts, renegotiating unfair trade deals, strengthening our military, and completely revitalizing the American economy. Obstructionist Democrats wanted to stop this address because they don’t want to hear the truth: the State of the Union is strong thanks to President Trump’s leadership.”

Republican National Committee (RNC) Statement on the State of the Union

RNC Statement on the State of the Union

WASHINGTON — Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel issued the following statement about President Trump’s State of the Union address:

"Tonight, President Trump shared with the nation an inspiring vision of a prosperous America," said Chairwoman McDaniel. "His first two years in office delivered historic results to the American people, including nearly 5 million new jobs, a once-in-a-generation tax cut, and an overhaul of the criminal justice system. As President Trump continues to honor his promises and fights to keep America safe, Congress must join him in choosing greatness for our country. In the years ahead, Democrats and Republicans should unite behind President Trump’s vision to lift up all Americans and create a stronger America."

Republican Party of Minnesota Statement on President Trump's State of the Union Address

MNGOP Statement on President Trump's SOTU

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Republican Party of Minnesota Chairwoman Jennifer Carnahan released the following statement regarding President Trump's State of the Union Address:

“Tonight, President Trump’s State of the Union laid out an optimistic path forward for the United States of America by ‘choosing greatness.’ Trump set forth a renewed focus to secure our nation and stop illegal immigration, fight for trade deals that will benefit American workers across the nation, and turn our attention to the need to rebuild our nation.

“President Trump’s tone and words tonight highlighted the need for Congress to reject the resistance and political games and embrace compromise to truly make a difference for all families. Something that is needed now more than ever before. I am encouraged about what the next two years will bring, and hope Democrats are willing to take this olive branch and work with Republicans to pass significant legislation that will improve this country for generations to come.”

Ankeny Area Democrats Winter Banquet & Fundraiser with Senator Amy Klobuchar in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, February 21, 2019

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar To Headline Ankeny Area Democrats’ Winter Banquet

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — On Thursday, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar will return to Des Moines, Iowa to headline the Winter Banquet hosted by the Ankeny Area Democrats. Klobuchar will speak and meet with local Ankeny Democrats and elected officials at the United Auto Workers of America Local 450 in Des Moines.

Senator Klobuchar’s schedule for February 21:

Des Moines, IA

WHO:U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar

WHAT: Klobuchar to headline Ankeny Area Democrats’ Winter Banquet

WHEN: Thursday, February 21 at 6:00 p.m. CT, Sen. Klobuchar to speak at 8:00 p.m. CT

WHERE: UAW Local 450, 4589 NW 6th Drive, Des Moines, IA 50313

Winter Banquet & Fundraiser with Senator Amy Klobuchar

Hosted by Ankeny Area Democrats

Thursday, February 21, 2019 at 6 PM – 9 PM

United Auto Workers of America Local 450
4589 NW 6th Dr,
Des Moines, Iowa 50313

https://www.facebook.com/events/1923502681290094/

Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar to Headline Ankeny Area Democrats Winter Banquet and Fundraiser

On February 21, Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar will headline the Ankeny Area Democrats Winter Banquet and Fundraiser. "The people from the Heartland believe in hard work, telling it like it is, and getting things done. That's true in Minnesota where I grew up, and that's true across the border in Iowa. We have a lot to get done in the days, weeks, and months ahead. And I can't wait to talk with the Democrats in Ankeny about just that," Klobuchar said.

As the daughter of a newspaperman and an elementary school teacher, and the granddaughter of an iron ore miner, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar has been guided by what she learned growing up in the Midwest. She's the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate from Minnesota, and one of the most effective members of the United States Senate. She has led landmark legislation to combat the opioid epidemic, support farmers, and take on big interests like the pharmaceutical companies. During the last Congress, she was ranked first out of all Senators with the most bills signed into law.

“Ankeny is exactly the kind of suburb Democrats need to win to be successful in 2020,” said Andrea Phillips, Ankeny resident and Vice Chair of the Iowa Democratic Party. “People think of Ankeny as being conservative, but it’s trending Democratic. In 2018, Democrat Heather Matson flipped House District 37, and Amber Gustafson came within 3 points of Republican incumbent and Senate President Jack Whitver.”

For over 10 years, the Ankeny Area Democrats have held the Winter Banquet and Fundraiser, attracting elected officials and activists from across the metro. “We’re incredibly excited to have Senator Klobuchar headlining our event,” said Mary McAdams, Acting Chair of the Ankeny Area Democrats. “People really liked what she had to say when she visited to help our local candidates in 2018.”

Ankeny is the 4th fastest growing city in the U.S.

Tickets to the event are $30 ($15 for students) and are available at www.AnkenyAreaDemocrats.org. It will be held at United Auto Workers of America Local 450, 4589 NW 6th Dr, Des Moines, Iowa 50313.

Tickets include dinner. Tickets can be purchased online at
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/winterbanquet2019

UAW Local 450
4589 NW 6th Dr
Des Moines, Iowa 50313
Phone (515) 283-1784
Website http://uaw.org

Cory Booker 2020 Iowa Rise Tour on February 8-9, 2019

IOWA RISE TOUR: CORY 2020 ANNOUNCES DETAILS OF FIRST IOWA TRIP

Des Moines, IA -- Today, Cory 2020 announced the final details of Cory Booker’s Iowa Rise Tour, his first trip as a presidential candidate to the First in the Nation caucus state.

On February 8th and 9th, the Iowa Rise Tour will focus on introducing Iowans to Booker’s record of running towards challenges when others had given up, bringing people together to do big things, and building a more fair and just nation for everyone.

About the Campaign
Americans’ faith is shaken. Right now, people fear that the lines that divide us are growing stronger than the ties that bind us. Cory Booker is running for president to change that. He believes that the answer to our common pain is to reignite our sense of common purpose to build a more fair and just nation for everyone.

Together, we will ensure that our generation and those to come will achieve things others say can’t be done. Together, we will rise.

IOWA RISE TOUR
FEBRUARY 8 - 9, 2019

Friday, February 8, 2019

CERRO GORDO COUNTY
WHAT: Meet and Greet
WHERE: First Congregational UCC, 100 1st Street NE, Mason City, IA 50401
WHEN: 9:15 AM CT
DOORS OPEN: 8:45 AM CT

BLACK HAWK COUNTY
WHAT: Community Round Table
WHERE: Van G. Miller Adult Learning Center, 120 Jefferson Street, Waterloo, IA 50701
WHEN: 1:30 PM CT
DOORS OPEN: 1:00 PM CT

LINN COUNTY
WHAT: Rising Leadership Forum
WHERE: African American Museum of Iowa, 55 12th Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
WHEN: 5:30 PM CT
DOORS OPEN: 4:30 PM CT

JOHNSON COUNTY
WHAT: Meet and Greet
WHERE: 1420 Chamberlain Drive, Iowa City, IA 52240
WHEN: 8:30 PM CT
DOORS OPEN: 8:00 PM CT

Saturday, February 9, 2018

MARSHALL COUNTY
WHAT: Meet and Greet
WHERE: Iowa River Brewing, 107 N 1st Street, Marshalltown, IA 50158
WHEN: 12:00 PM CT
DOORS OPEN: 11:30 PM CT

POLK COUNTY
WHAT: Rising Leadership Forum
WHERE: Kum and Go Theater - Des Moines Social Club, 901 Cherry Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
WHEN: 3:00 PM CT
DOORS OPEN: 2:00 PM CT

John Delaney to Open Campaign Office During Three-Day Tour of New Hampshire on February 11-13, 2019

Delaney to Open Campaign Office During Three-Day Tour of New Hampshire

FRIENDSHIP HEIGHTS, MD – Presidential candidate John Delaney is making his 14th trip to New Hampshire next week. Delaney will be opening his first office in the Granite State, holding meet and greets in Durham, Dover, Concord, and Andover, and hosting issue roundtables in Portsmouth and Manchester. Delaney will also speak at Politics and Eggs and will hold a Town Hall in Henniker. Delaney has already campaigned in Iowa and North Carolina this month, and will be in Utah later this week.

MONDAY, February 11, 2019:
WHAT: Delaney Manchester Campaign Office Opening
WHERE: 803 Canal St., Manchester, NH 03101
WHEN: 6:30 PM
WHO: John Delaney

TUESDAY, February 12, 2019:
WHAT: Politics and Eggs
WHERE: Bedford Village Inn; 2 Olde Bedford Way, Bedford, NH 03110
WHEN: 8:00 AM
WHO: John Delaney; New Hampshire Institute of Politics; The New England Council

WHAT: Climate Action Roundtable
WHERE: Cafe Espresso; 738 Islington St., #3, Portsmouth, NH 03801
WHEN: 1:30 PM
WHO: John Delaney; Clean Energy NH; Resistance Seacoast; 350NH; Mindi Messmer, environmental scientist; other environmental experts and advocates

WHAT: Portsmouth Teacher Roundtable
WHERE: Portsmouth Middle School; 155 Parrott Ave., Portsmouth, NH 03801
WHEN: 3:30 PM
WHO: John Delaney; Principal Philip Davis; teachers and faculty from the Portsmouth region

WHAT: Meet and Greet with New Hampshire Youth Movement
WHERE: University of New Hampshire, Memorial Union Building; 83 Main St., Durham, NH 03824
WHEN: 5:00 PM
WHO: John Delaney; New Hampshire Youth Movement

WHAT: Dover Meet and Greet
WHERE: Dover Public Library; 73 Locust St., Dover, NH 03820
WHEN: 6:00 PM
WHO: John Delaney; Dover Democrats

WHAT: Durham Meet and Greet
WHERE: Home of Diane and Frank McCann; 27 Oyster River Rd., Durham, NH 03824
WHEN: 7:00 PM
WHO: John Delaney; Frank and Diane McCann

WEDNESDAY, February 13, 2019:
WHAT: Concord Pancake Breakfast
WHERE: Home of Gena and Bob Moses; 23 Auburn St., Concord, NH 03301
WHEN: 7:30 AM
WHO: John Delaney; Bob and Gena Moses

WHAT: New England College Town Hall
WHERE: New England College, Simon Center Great Room; 98 Bridge St., Henniker, NH 03242
WHEN: 10:00 AM
WHO: John Delaney; New England College

WHAT: Andover Meet and Greet
WHERE: Highland Lake Inn; 32 Maple St., Andover, NH 03216
WHEN: 12:00 PM
WHO: John Delaney; Andover Democrats

WHAT: Healthcare Roundtable with Elliot Hospital
WHERE: Elliot Hospital; 1 Elliot Way, Manchester, NH 03103
WHEN: 2:30 PM
WHO: John Delaney; President Greg Baxter; Hospital Staff

WHAT: ACLU Civil Liberties Discussion
WHERE: UNH Law School, Warren B. Rudman Center; 2 White St., Concord, NH 03301
WHEN: 6:00 PM
WHO: John Delaney; ACLU; UNH Law Students; General Public

Kamala Harris to Campaign in South Carolina, New Hampshire, Iowa, and Nevada Over the Next Month

KAMALA HARRIS TO CAMPAIGN IN ALL FOUR EARLY STATES OVER THE NEXT MONTH
Stops in South Carolina, New Hampshire, Iowa, and Nevada Follow Successful Campaign Launch

Following her successful campaign launch, including a 20,000-person rally in her hometown of Oakland, Senator Kamala Harris will visit all four early states over the next month to meet with voters and share her vision for the country. Harris will visit South Carolina February 15-16, New Hampshire February 18-19, Iowa February 23-24, and Nevada February 28-March 1. These will be her first visits to New Hampshire and Nevada as a declared presidential candidate and her second to South Carolina and Iowa.

Harris previously campaigned in Iowa, South Carolina, and Nevada for candidates in the midterm elections. She recently attended the Pink Ice Gala hosted by the local chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, in Columbia, S.C., and visited Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, for a CNN Town Hall and to meet with students.

More details about these trips will be released soon.

South Carolina: February 15-16
New Hampshire: February 18-19
Iowa: February 23-24
Nevada: February 28-March 1

Pete Buttigieg To Make First Trip To Iowa. Will Make Five Stops on February 8 and 9, 2019 *Updated

Mayor Pete Buttigieg To Make First Trip To Iowa Since Announcing Presidential Exploratory Committee
Will Make Five Stops on February 8 and 9

On Friday, February 8th and Saturday, February 9th, Mayor Pete Buttigieg will be making his first trip to Iowa since announcing a presidential exploratory committee.

He will be hosting meet and greets with Democrats in Ames, Grinnell, Ankeny, and Johnston.

Friday, February 8

10:30 AM: Ames - Meet and Greet
• Location: Cafe Diem, 229 Main St, Ames, IA 50010
• Host: Story County Democrats of Iowa

11:30 AM: Ames - Meet and Greet
• Location: Iowa State University Campus, Pearson 2115, 505 Morrill Road, Ames, IA 50011
• Host: Iowa State University Democrats, Iowa State University Society for the Advancement of Gender Equity

2:00 PM: Grinnell - Meet and Greet
• Location: Drake Community Library, Caulkins Community Room, 930 Park Street, Grinnell, IA 50112
• Host: Poweshiek County Democrats and Grinnell College Campus Democrats

6:15 PM: Ankeny - Meet and Greet
• Location: Vintage Cooperative, Great Room, 1250 SW Magazine Road, Ankeny, IA
• Host: Ankeny Area Democrats

Saturday, February 9

10:30 AM: Johnston - House Party
• Location: Syroka Family Residence
• Host: Syroka Family