On December 13, 2008, the Medina County Democratic Party held its annual Holiday Brunch at the Rustic Hills Country Club in Medina. Hosted by Pam Miller, Medina County Democratic Chair, the brunch featured remarks by John Boccieri, Congressman-Elect from the 16TH District. Below we have posted video clips of John's remarks as well as the opening and closing remarks by Pam.
Congressman-Elect John Boccieri's Remarks, Part One
Congressman-Elect John Boccieri's Remarks, Part Two
Pam Miller's Opening Remarks
Pam Miller's Closing Remarks
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Showing posts with label Pam Miller. Show all posts
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Thursday, October 23, 2008
A Vet Gives His Reason for Voting for Obama
Pam Miller, Medina County Democratic Party Chair, sent us the following letter she received from a veteran. He has a son serving in the military and didn't want his name used, which is why there is no signature. It is a very powerful statement:
In the last general election I voted for a decorated wounded warrior. The opposition attacked him and tried to discredit his service.They couldn't discredit his Purple Heart because he still has the scars. In all this manufactured confusion they got two draft dodgers in the White House. They have since enmeshed our military in a seemingly endless war, got over 4000 Americans killed and allowed an unregulated business community [to] make a total mess of our economy. Middle class citizens are losing their homes and some are even relying on charity for food. Returning wounded vets were being mistreated until exposed by newsmen. I'm not voting for the vet this time. I'm voting for the other guy and see what happens.
In the last general election I voted for a decorated wounded warrior. The opposition attacked him and tried to discredit his service.They couldn't discredit his Purple Heart because he still has the scars. In all this manufactured confusion they got two draft dodgers in the White House. They have since enmeshed our military in a seemingly endless war, got over 4000 Americans killed and allowed an unregulated business community [to] make a total mess of our economy. Middle class citizens are losing their homes and some are even relying on charity for food. Returning wounded vets were being mistreated until exposed by newsmen. I'm not voting for the vet this time. I'm voting for the other guy and see what happens.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Medina County Dem Chair Presents Arguments for Four Year Term for Central Committee Members
Common Sense-the Reason for 4-Year Terms
The question has been raised as to whether the Medina County Democratic Party should change the length of its membership terms from 4 years to 2 years.
First, let me reassure all those who were elected to the Central Committee on March 4th that you have been elected to a 4-year term and nothing can change that.
Second, I think it's helpful to review why the Party has 4-year terms. In the early 1990's, the State of Ohio changed its laws to allow the political parties to select either 2 or 4-year terms. At the time, both the Democratic Party as well as the Republican Party in Medina County changed to the 4-year system. The reason is simple: it makes for a much easier process in recruiting members and makes it easier for Central Committee members so they don't have to circulate petitions so frequently. Unfortunately, when Ohio moved its Presidential Primary to March it put a burden on people because the timing for the filing deadline is now in early January, at a time when most people's energies are devoted to holiday and family activities. This year, both parties in our County fell short on filling all their Central Committee spots (although we did better than the Republicans!). This is not unusual in any county.
As Chair, however, I take responsibility for this and know that we should begin much earlier and much more comprehensively 4 years from now to field a full slate for the Central Committee.
Meanwhile, the Executive Committee, as it has done in the past, will appoint or re-appoint members to the open slots. In fact, when positions fall vacant or new people step forward who could fill empty slots, we make appointments any time throughout the cycle. We already have a substantial list of those who for whatever reason did not get their petitions in but would like to serve, as well as others who have offered their services. Anyone who is interested should get in touch with me immediately (330-725-7487 or pam450@bright.net.
In conclusion, to shorten Central Committee terms from the current 4-years would be a step backwards and would only consume time and effort that would be better put to use in working to recruit and elect Democratic candidates in Medina County.
Pam Miller, Chair,
Medina County Democratic Party
The question has been raised as to whether the Medina County Democratic Party should change the length of its membership terms from 4 years to 2 years.
First, let me reassure all those who were elected to the Central Committee on March 4th that you have been elected to a 4-year term and nothing can change that.
Second, I think it's helpful to review why the Party has 4-year terms. In the early 1990's, the State of Ohio changed its laws to allow the political parties to select either 2 or 4-year terms. At the time, both the Democratic Party as well as the Republican Party in Medina County changed to the 4-year system. The reason is simple: it makes for a much easier process in recruiting members and makes it easier for Central Committee members so they don't have to circulate petitions so frequently. Unfortunately, when Ohio moved its Presidential Primary to March it put a burden on people because the timing for the filing deadline is now in early January, at a time when most people's energies are devoted to holiday and family activities. This year, both parties in our County fell short on filling all their Central Committee spots (although we did better than the Republicans!). This is not unusual in any county.
As Chair, however, I take responsibility for this and know that we should begin much earlier and much more comprehensively 4 years from now to field a full slate for the Central Committee.
Meanwhile, the Executive Committee, as it has done in the past, will appoint or re-appoint members to the open slots. In fact, when positions fall vacant or new people step forward who could fill empty slots, we make appointments any time throughout the cycle. We already have a substantial list of those who for whatever reason did not get their petitions in but would like to serve, as well as others who have offered their services. Anyone who is interested should get in touch with me immediately (330-725-7487 or pam450@bright.net.
In conclusion, to shorten Central Committee terms from the current 4-years would be a step backwards and would only consume time and effort that would be better put to use in working to recruit and elect Democratic candidates in Medina County.
Pam Miller, Chair,
Medina County Democratic Party
Wednesday, May 09, 2007
Ohio State Democratic Party Dinner Tickets Available
Pam Miller, Medina County Democratic County Chair....
I still have a few tickets available for the Ohio Democratic Party State Dinner, this Saturday, with Senator Hillary Clinton. Tickets are $150. Email pamelabmiller@gmail.com or call 330-725-7487.
I still have a few tickets available for the Ohio Democratic Party State Dinner, this Saturday, with Senator Hillary Clinton. Tickets are $150. Email pamelabmiller@gmail.com or call 330-725-7487.
Sunday, April 29, 2007
Notes from Medina County Democratic Chair Pam Miller
Medina County Democratic Party Spring Dinner
Ohio Treasurer Richard Cordray is the featured speaker at the Medina County Democratic Party's Spring Dinner this Saturday, May 5th. Tickets are $40. Contact Pam Miller at pamelabmiller@gmail.com or call 330-722-6655. Help support Medina County candidates and party activities! Theme of the evening is "Spring Green," promoting environmental friendliness. Join the best people in our county....Medina County Democrats!!
Ohio Democratic Party State Dinner
Senator Hillary Clinton headlines the Ohio Democratic Party State Dinner, May 12th in Columbus. The Medina County Democratic Party has tickets available, $150 each, payable to the Medina County Democratic Party.
Call Pam Miller at 330-725-7487 or email at pamelabmiller@gmail.com if you'd like to join other Medina County Democrats at the State Dinner. Ohio will be in the limelight in 2008...let's be a part of it.
Ohio Treasurer Richard Cordray is the featured speaker at the Medina County Democratic Party's Spring Dinner this Saturday, May 5th. Tickets are $40. Contact Pam Miller at pamelabmiller@gmail.com or call 330-722-6655. Help support Medina County candidates and party activities! Theme of the evening is "Spring Green," promoting environmental friendliness. Join the best people in our county....Medina County Democrats!!
Ohio Democratic Party State Dinner
Senator Hillary Clinton headlines the Ohio Democratic Party State Dinner, May 12th in Columbus. The Medina County Democratic Party has tickets available, $150 each, payable to the Medina County Democratic Party.
Call Pam Miller at 330-725-7487 or email at pamelabmiller@gmail.com if you'd like to join other Medina County Democrats at the State Dinner. Ohio will be in the limelight in 2008...let's be a part of it.
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