Democrats
Abroad Switzerland
May
2012: News and Upcoming Events
Contents:
1) DACH at Expat Expo Basel on Sunday June
3rd
2) Slugout in the Dugout 2012 – Democrats Abroad
vs. Republicans Abroad annual softball game in Geneva on June 30th
3) DA fights back on the War Against Women – discussion with experts in
Geneva on June 19th (date TBC)
4) Americans Abroad for Obama fundraiser in Zurich
with President Obama's former Deputy Chief of Staff Mona Sutphen on June 11th
1) DA at Expat Expo Fair in Basel
Our second
Expat Expo of the year is in Basel on Sunday June 3rd. We look forward to
meeting our members living around Basel. Find out about registering to vote in
2012 and how to get involved in the campaign!
What: Basel Expat Expo, a
free fair for all English-speaking expats and locals looking to know more about
goods, services and clubs in the region.
Date: Sunday June 3rd
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Where: Messe - Congress Center, Messeplatz 21, 4058 Basel
Volunteer:
We are looking for volunteers for two-hour shifts at our stand. Meet other Dems
and get trained on registering voters so you are ready to lead Voter
Registration Drives in your community! Contact Ashley Wheeler at secretary@democrats.ch to find out how
you can help!
2) The
3rd annual Slugout in the Dugout - Democrats Abroad versus Republicans Abroad
2012 - will take place on the afternoon of Saturday, June 30th.
As
always, we need not only players but also family and friend cheerleading
squads, so there's no excuse not to come and bring the whole gang!
We have a
couple practices scheduled before the big game for those who want to warm up a
bit (details below.)
If you
think you'll be able to join us either as a player or spectator, let us know
(email to: events@democrats.ch).
The game will take place at the Marines' field in Bellevue, as in years past, and we have to provide the
Marines with a list of all attendees in advance, so don't forget to give us your
and your guests' names! Burgers, hotdogs, beers and snacks sold by Marines on
site.
Join the
team chatter on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/362389747142640/
For
the game:
Date:
Saturday, June 30th, 2012
Place: US
Marines' field, Bellevue, Geneva (address and directions will be sent out closer
to the date to all who sign up.)
Time:
around 3pm (specific hour TBA)
RSVP: events@democrats.ch
For
the practices:
Dates:
Saturdays June 9th and June 23rd
Place:
Centre Sportif de Vessy (Bus #11 to Bout-du-Monde, then 10 minute walk to Vessy
park; map here: http://g.co/maps/bgzct)
Time:
14:00 - 15:30
RSVP: events@democrats.ch so we can send
you any updates and a contact number to call on the day if you get lost.
3) Democrats Abroad discussion on the War Against
Women
You have you been drafted to FIGHT BACK in the War
Against Women! Your voice is your weapon.
This call to arms will include an expert led
discussion on reproductive health issues for women, by women with a focus on the economic impact of
restricting access to contraception and other family planning services as well
as the Affordable Care Act. This event is in the final planning stages
and details will be sent out very soon. Please watch your inboxes for an
invitation. Preliminary details are:
Date: Tuesday June 19th, 2012 - To Be Confirmed
Time: 19:00 - 21:00
Where: Private home of DA member in Vesenaz
(GE).
''Despite the persistent gender gap in opinion polls
and mounting criticism of their hostility to women's rights, Republicans are
not backing off their assault on women's equality and well-being. New laws in
some states could mean a death sentence for a pregnant woman who suffers a
life-threatening condition. But the attack goes well beyond abortion, into
birth control, access to health care, equal pay and domestic violence.'' -- New
York Times Op-Ed, May 20, 2012
Interested
in Women's issues? Read more below under DNC Women's Caucus conference call announcement. Join the DA Women's Caucus on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DAWomensCaucus
4) *Americans
Abroad for Obama fundraiser in Zurich with Mona Sutphen
Americans
Abroad for Obama and Charles C. Adams invite you to a cocktail reception with
former White House Deputy Chief of Staff Mona Sutphen at the Cafe Schober in Zurich on June 11, 2012,
beginning at 7:00 p.m. Mona is an extraordinarily accomplished and
engaging woman, who will speak about her experience as one of the President's
closest and most trusted advisors, and share her insights into the current
state of the re-election campaign. Please join a lively and enthusiastic group
of your like-minded American compatriots at what promises to be a memorable
evening at one of the iconic venues in Zurich's Old Town, with drinks and
canapes courtesy of the campaign. The requested contribution is $500 per
person, with a special rate of $150 for Young Professionals of 30 and under. This
is the first event of its kind in Zurich in support of the Obama Victory Fund
and there is great hope for a very large and dynamic turnout at the Cafe
Schober to greet Mona Sutphen, and to cheer Barack Obama on to victory in
November. To RSVP and make your contribution, contact: Dani Jimenez at +1(202)
572-5491 or JimenezD@Dnc.org.
* As part of our goal to inform DACH members about Democratic Party and
campaign fundraising activities taking place in the Switzerland, we are happy
to announce such events that are made known to us. These events are not
organized, funded, or conducted for the benefit of Democrats Abroad.
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