Donna Edwards Wins Montgomery County Central Committee Backing

Kensington, MD--Donna Edwards won the backing of the Montgomery County Democratic Party Central Committee tonight by a vote of 22 to 1. This was a key step leading up to the special election to serve the remaining portion of Rep. Albert Wynn's term in Maryland's 4th Congressional District.

The Prince Georges County Democratic Party Central Committee will hold a similar vote on Thursday, May 24. Both Committees will refer their decisions to the Maryland State Democratic Party Central Committee, which will pass along a recommendation to Governor Martin O'Malley.

This process will determine the Democratic nominee for the June 17th special election in lieu of a special primary election. The Republican Party will determine a nominee through a similar process. Jason Jennings received one vote.

Progressive Tidal Wave Sweeps Donna Edwards to Stunning Victory

Democracy For America, Progressive Democrats of America, and other groups and bloggers from across the US helped progressive challenger Donna Edwards win a stunning upset victory against eight-term incumbent Albert Wynn. Despite Wynn's huge advantages in terms of special interest contributions and insider connections, Donna Edwards marshaled support from what Wynn's campaign dismissed as "a vast left-wing conspiracy" to defeat the most conservative member of the Congressional Black Caucus. With 76% of the precincts reporting, Donna led by 60% to 35%, a margin of more than 22,000 votes. Because the 4th district is overwhelmingly Democratic, Donna is a sure bet to win this seat in the November general election.

The DFA team made countless calls for Donna, and also worked at Giant supermarkets, metro stops and door-knocked to help achieve this victory. Democracy for Montgomery County Steering Committee Chairperson Sharon Polidoro and members Maida Schifter, Mike Hersh and Donna's Montgomery County Campaign Organizer Gina Angiola joined in the celebration at the Saturday Rally. DFAer Suzanne St. Cyr from Prince Georges County also attended. Democracy For America Executive Director Jim Dean rode through the Montgomery County part og this sprawling district, meeting voters, waving signs, passing out information about Donna.

Kim Gandy, the President of the National Organization for Women praised Donna's courage and dedication. Hip Hop Coalition President Rev. Lennox Yearwood and PDA National Chairperson Mimi Kennedy fired up the crowd. SEIU Executive Director Terry Cavanagh put the contest in context, recounting his conversation with a member of Congress who wondered "why are you doing this to Al Wynn? There are worse Democrats than Al Wynn." The reply: "Give me some time and maybe we'll think of one." Other supporters spoke of Donna's willingness to listen, her eagerness to help, her goodness, decency, intelligence and more. Jim Dean said this is a contest between "the culture of incumbency vs. the culture of activism." He sounds like a natural partner for PDA, and Mimi discussed issues like election protection with him before and after the rally.

Donna thanked all of us for our support. She told us she's lived in Prince Georges County for 25 years, the county where she raised her son. In a voice worn by weeks and weeks of hard work, talked about her commitment to the people of the 4th District, her fundamental understanding of the difficulties facing working people, single moms--real Americans. As Donna explains, if we elect her to Congress we won't have to push her or lobby her to do the right thing on universal health care or getting us out of Iraq or helping families hurt by the foreclosure crisis.

Donna promised us, "January 2009, my name will be right on top of the list," of the leaders making a difference on all these issues and more. And PDA is right on top of the list among the "vast left wing conspiracy" poised to usher Albert Wynn back into private life. As the chant rocked the room: "Al Wynn? Time to go!" and "It's Donna Time!" Voters in Maryland's 4th District agreed. Thanks to everyone who pitched in to help Donna win!

Donna Edwards Fundraiser 5-9 pm Sunday, January 20 in Wheaton

What: Donna Edwards Fundraiser 5-9 pm Sunday, January 20 in Wheaton

When: Sunday, January 20, 5:00 PM

Who should come: Anyone who wants to send a great person to Congress

Why: Have fun and support a great candidate for Congress


* Support and meet Donna Edwards 5-9 pm Sunday, January 20 in Wheaton
* Watch Donna Edwards and her campaign to replace Al Wynn on the PBS program "Now" Friday Jan. 18th.
* The Democratic Primary Election is February 12, 2008

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Support and meet Donna Edwards, Democratic candidate for Maryland's 4th Congressional District
Sponsored by Montgomery County campaign volunteers and Haitian-American friends of Donna Edwards

5-9 pm Sunday, January 20, 2008
ANTIPUQUEÑO RESTAURANT
2504 Ennalls Avenue Wheaton, MD 20902
(where Sabang used to be)

Short Walk from the Wheaton Metro stop (red line)

DIRECTIONS: From I-495 take the Georgia Avenue Exit towards Wheaton. Continue for almost 2 miles and make a left on Ennals Avenue (the block before University Blvd.). Continue for two blocks to the Antipuqueno Restaurant on the left. There is plenty of free public parking.

Watch NFL Playoffs on Flat Screen HD TV!

Contribute to the campaign and have a good time! Music, dancing, cash bar and Salvadorian Tex-Mex menu.

For more information, contact Ken Leiner (240) 305-8880 or Claire Gabriel (301) 384-5458 or email: community1event@yahoo.com

If you are unable to attend, but would like to make a contribution to the campaign

Make an on-line contribution: https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/entity/17959

Or write a check to Donna Edwards for Congress and send your donation to P.O. Box 441153 Fort Washington, MD 20749-1153

To comply with Federal Election regulations, you must identify your Occupation and Employer. If not employed, please enter "not employed" under occupation, and please enter "none" under employer. If self-employed, please enter "self" under employer.

You must also attest Contribution Eligibility by writing the following: I confirm that the following statements are true and accurate.
1. I am a United States citizen or a permanent resident alien.
2. This contribution is made from my own personal funds, and funds are not being provided to me by another person or entity for the purpose of making this contribution.
3. I am not a federal contractor.
4. I am at least eighteen years old.

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Watch Donna Edwards and her campaign to replace Al Wynn on the PBS program "Now" Friday Jan. 18th 10 PM on WETA - channel 26

Repeated on WETA World on Sunday, Jan. 20th, at 12 midnight, and again at 5 AM. WETA World is Comcast cable channel 202 and Verizon FIOS channel 873.

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This message was not paid for or coordinated with any candidate or campaign.

Sunday January 6, Meet Donna Edwards

5:30 PM to 8:30 PM Sunday January 6, Meet Real Democrat Donna Edwards
The grassroots progressive Democrat for Congress in Maryland's 4th
District.

The primary is Feb. 12. Join Donna Edwards for a "Woman to Woman
Conversation"

Prince George's Ballroom, 2411 Pinebrook Ave., Landover
**http://maps.google.com/maps?q=2411+Pinebrook+Ave,+Hyattsville,+MD+20785

Entertainment by "Sense of Urgency" a jazz quintet. FREE!
For info contact Carletta Fellows at 301-316-1880.

Directions to Prince George's Ballroom:
Prince George's Ballroom is located in the Kentland community of
Landover, at Pinebrook Avenue and Landover Road. The facility is also
accessible by Metro on the Orange/Blue Line, Landover station.

From Baltimore, take the Baltimore-Washington Parkway south toward
Washington, D.C. Take Route 202 (Landover Road), Cheverly exit. Make a
left turn onto Landover Road. At the 7th stop light make a right onto
Pinebrook Avenue and continue straight to the circular driveway.

From Washington, D.C., take Route 50 east to the Landover Road (Route
202) exit. Take Route 202 toward Upper Marlboro, then proceed through 2
stop lights to Pinebrook Avenue. Make a right onto Pinebrook Avenue and
continue straight to the circular driveway.

join Donna Edwards for the grand opening of our Montgomery County office

Please join Donna, her campaign staff and fellow volunteers for the grand opening of our new office in Montgomery County. Breakfast will be provided, along with the latest news about campaign events and our plans for the next two months! Saturday, December 15, 2007 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Rock Creek Village Center 5540 Norbeck Rd., Rockville, MD 20853 (corner of Norbeck Rd. and Bauer Dr.) RSVP to gina@donnaedwardsforcongress.com or via cell phone: 240-620-1486. Please feel free to invite friends and family! Let's spread the word far and wide! Help us get Donna Edwards elected to Congress!!! We can't do it without your support!!! PS: If you would be able to donate or loan any of the following items, please let us know. We'd like to make the office comfortable for all our great volunteers! Microwave oven, Small refrigerator, Coffee pot, Tables, Chairs, Shelving, Desks

4th Cong. District Debate Prince George's County African-American Dem. Club

Prince George's County African-American Dem. Club
4th Congressional District Debate

Donna Edwards, the true Democrat in the race, faces Iraq War supporter and special interest money kingpin Al Wynn.

10:30 AM Saturday, Nov. 17th
Oxon Hill Library, 6200 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD

Public Transportation from the SOUTHERN AVE METRO STATION (Green Line)
Take D12 BUS towards SUITLAND STATION at 9:56am
Arrive at the LIBRARY 6200 OXON HILL RD at 10:16am

The Maryland primary is on Feb. 12, 2008

Donna Edwards: The Change We NeedRight Here, Right Now

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Dan Weber November 9, 2007 Phone #: (301) 316-1880 Donna Edwards' Campaign Releases Second Video in "The Change We Need, Right Here, Right Now" Series Video Provides Edwards' Vision and Congressman Wynn's Failures On Environment TEMPLE HILLS, MD - The Donna Edwards for Congress campaign announces the release of a second video, "The World We Are Leaving Our Children" Donna Edwards believes that "environmental issues are some of the biggest, most important policy questions of our generation." This video highlights some of the environmental initiatives Ms. Edwards will take on as a member of Congress and why she will be a true leader for change. The video also discusses the failures of Congressman Wynn and his conflict of interest when receiving so much corporate special interest PAC money from oil, gas, and electric companies. This series will continue to highlight several substantive issues and show why Ms. Edwards has the vision and character to provide the change Maryland's 4th Congressional District needs. (from the Donna Edwards for Congress Campaign)

DFMC Endorses Donna Edwards

Democracy for Montgomery County, an independent, nonpartisan grass-roots activist organization voted to endorse Donna Edwards for U.S. Congress in Maryland's 4th District. DFMC is inspired by, but not affiliated with Democracy for America (DFA) which has also endorsed Donna Edwards.

The DFMC membership overwhelming voted to endorse Edwards this past week. DFMC supports socially progressive, fiscally responsible candidates and policies. The group also endorsed Edwards in her remarkably successful primary effort in 2006 which fell a few thousand votes short of unseating long-term incumbent Albert Wynn.

DFMC activists will support the Edwards campaign by volunteering at events, door knocking, and in several other ways leading up to the Maryland Democratic Primary which will be held February 12, 2008.

DFMC Steering Committee member Gina Angiola is organizing Montgomery County for the Edwards effort. DFMC members have already begun phone-banking, handing out info at subway stops, and organizing coffees, house parties and other events to help Donna Edwards win the 4th District Congressional seat.

4th Congressional District Debate

Attend the Maryland 4th Congressional District Democratic Debate
DFMC is a co-sponsor of this important event

All declared Democratic candidates invited: Donna Edwards, Al Wynn, George McDermott, George Mitchell

Moderator: Bruce Depuyt of NewsChannel 8

7:30 pm Thurs. Nov. 8, 2007
Montgomery Blair High School Student Activities Center
51 University Blvd., Silver Spring
(parking on University Blvd.)

Public Transportation: From WHEATON METRO STATION at 7:13pm take C4 BUS towards PRINCE GEORGE'S PLAZA METRO arrive at W UNIVERSITY BV & COLESVILLE RD 7:27pm and Walk 0.05 mile SW to 51 UNIVERSITY BLVD E

Vote in Maryland’s Primary Tuesday February 12, 2008

To submit questions or get more information, contact MarkWoodard@comcast.net / (301)-592-1811
or Paul Mitchell (301)-588-7126

Sponsor: The Greater Silver Spring Democratic Club
Co-sponsors: Democracy for Montgomery County, Progressive Democrats of America/Maryland, Progressive Neighbors, Montgomery County Young Democrats, Prezco, Indian Spring Citizens Association, Montgomery County Green Democrats, Hispanic Democratic Club, Women’s Suburban Democratic Club, Upper Marlboro, District 14 & District 19 Democratic Clubs, District 18 & District 20 Democratic Caucuses

DFA Endorses Donna Edwards

From a DFA Emailing: Democracy for America doesn't shy away from tough fights. Bush Democrats think that the "D" next to their name keeps them safe, but you know better.

DFA stands up for progressive principles in any district, in every state. That's why primaries matter.

Donna Edwards in MD-04 is a lifelong progressive taking on Rep. Al Wynn -- a Bush Democrat occupying a bright blue seat. And DFA is behind Donna 100%.

We know where Donna Edwards stands. She is the consistent progressive in the race we can count on to fight for our values everyday, not just during election season. Yet, her opponent Al Wynn has been on the run, flipping positions and double-talking his record since the campaign started.

While Donna has stood up against the war in Iraq since the beginning, Congressman Wynn voted with Bush on Iraq from day one. With Democrats like Al Wynn, the GOP doesn't even need to run a Republican. Support Donna Edwards today with $15 and let's kick Bush Democrats out of Congress.