We are off and running
Last night’s caucuses in Iowa really sets the stage for this year’s activities. Reports that 229,000 people attended the Democratic precincts, a record number, also suggests that Colorado will have a record turnout on February 5, 2008.
The excitement about the 2008 election cycle promises to re-energize long time voters and new first time caucus participants. We want this to be a great experience for everyone. For that reason, CDP officers are continuing to work with county officers on caucus training, organizational questions, outreach and even convention updates.
On January 23, 2008, Sky Gallegos and I will conduct another community conversation in Alamosa. We will let you know the site, as soon as the logistics are finalized. Our part of the program will be scheduled from 5-6pm.
Following this chance to talk about the upcoming DNC convention, Dan Slater will conduct caucus training for attendees. He has a great powerpoint presentation which takes everyone step by step into organizing their caucus.
And finally, I will be presenting the Neighbor to Neighbor program. This powerpoint presentation will explain how we are recruiting neighborhood leaders across the state.
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Another event coming up is the Engaged Spirituality Seminar at Iliff School of Theology on January 12. Rev. Jackie Conley, Rev. John Petty, Pastor Ted Fritschel, Joey Medrano and Teri Nilson Baird have done a fantastic job organizing the event. To follow is the agenda and instructions for participation.
Registration is 9:30 a.m. Program begins at 10:00 a.m.
End time: 4:00 p.m.
The event is at the Iliff School of Theology, 2201 S. University Blvd.
Denver, CO 80201. The meeting will take place in the Great Hall to the right as you enter the main entrance.
Agenda to follow:
Engaged Spirituality Forum
Faith and Politics Project of the Colorado Democratic Party
Hosted by Iliff School of Theology
January 12,2008
10:00 a.m. Native American Meditation: George Tinker
10:15 a.m. Welcome: Iliff President David Trickett
10:30 a.m. Greeting and Introduction of Keynote Speaker: Pat Waak, Chair, Colorado Democratic Party
Keynote Speaker: The Rev. Leah Daughtry, Chair of the 2008 Democratic Convention
11:00 a.m. A panel discussion: Exploring the Constitutional Mandates: Establishment Clause and Free Exercise Clause
The Rev. Ron Stief of “Faith in Public Life”
Taj Ashaheed: Executive Director of the Colorado Muslim Council
Representative Morgan Carroll, Colorado General Assembly
12:30 p.m. Lunch with Governor Bill Ritter
1:30 p.m. & 2:30p.m. Break-out Workshops
Faith and Immigration: American Hospitality and Economic Necessity
Representative Terrance Carroll, Colorado General Assembly
Dr. Miguel de la Torre
Faith and War: Superpower for Conquest or Common Good
Larry Howe-Kerr, Catholic Social Justice Activist
Pastor Ted Fritschel
Faith and Healthcare – Life-Health Issues in a Broader Context
Representative Jim Riesberg , Colorado General Assembly
The Rev. Dr. Michael Attas, Medical Ethics Professor at Baylor
Faith and the Environment – Making the Connections
The Rev. Peter Sawtell, Director of Eco-Justice Ministries, UCC
Eileen Regan, Environmental Scientist and Spiritual Director
Registration fee is $20, which includes a box lunch. You can register online at www.coloradodems.org
Contact for information: Pat Waak, Chair, Colorado Democratic Party, pwaak@coloradodems.org
