An Un-Conventional Party Fund Raiser

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

On August 26, 1920, the 19th Amendment became law granting women the right to vote. On August 26, 2008 Senator Hillary Clinton will give the Democratic National Convention Keynote Address live from Denver. Join friends from around the State of New Hampshire as we gather to share our many electoral victories: the ceilings shattered, the electoral maps re-written, the politics redefined.

One result of these revolutionary changes is that the Democratic Party is not accepting donations from special interest groups, and the Republican Party is especially interested in capitalizing upon the economic disadvantage they expect this will create. We intend to disappoint them. Together we must invest in this election and be ready to battle in every state. Our fifty-state strategy will be a winning strategy only if it is adequately funded.

Discover the "fun" in fund raising. Come join members of the National Women's Leadership Initiative at the New Hampshire Version of

DENVER 08

An Un-Conventional Party Fund Raiser
Tuesday, August 26, 2008

7:00-10:00 p.m.
1258 Union Street

Manchester, NH

This event directly supports the National Women's Leadership Initiative through the Obama Victory Fund, benefiting democratic nominees in all states at all levels. As a bonus, each ticket includes a chance to win a seat at the National Women's Leadership Initiative Conference featuring a Keynote Address by Senator Barack Obama. The conference will be held in Washington, DC in early October.

Please see the attached ticket and RSVP as soon as possible.You may mail or fax your donations as instructed, bring a check along to the party, or donate online at https://donate.barackobama.com/page/contribute/OVFWLF?custom1=Kathy+Gillett.
Write-in the amount that corresponds with the ticket level you choose. This will identify you with the NH chapter, and you'll receive an email confirmation with event details. Donations of $1000 or more will also automatically include a seat at the October conference with Senator Obama, however these seats are limited, so sign up soon.

We look forward to celebrating together on this historic day with our historic candidates!

In Solidarity,
NH Co-Chairs, National Women's Leadership Initiative
Kathy Gillett 603-203-5163
Ann McLane Kuster 603-848-2600
Mary Rauh 603-498-0882

(The National Women's Leadership Initiative is a joint effort between Women for Obama and the DNC Women's Leadership Forum.)

Women for Obama

“Women have always made the difference in every election, and this year, your voice, your hope will be the deciding factors in forging a new future for America.”
— Barack Obama

Barack Obama's campaign site has a page specifically relating to issues that women are concerned about:

http://women.barackobama.com/page/content/WFOhome

Donna Schlachman for State Representative

Donna Schlachman is running for State Representative. A thirty-year resident of Exeter, she has dedicated herself to serving the community in a wide array of volunteer positions. Donna's focus on the economy, education, and health care in New Hampshire make her a great candidate for State Representative.

Learn more about Donna at her website, http://www.donnaschlachman.com/.

Carol Shea-Porter for U.S. Representative

Carol Shea-Porter, the first woman elected to national office in the history of the state of New Hampshire, is seeking re-election as a U. S. Representative.

A native of New Hampshire, Carol grew up in our public schools and attended UNH. Carol has experience with local politics, having served in town and county positions. She founded a Multi-Purpose Senior Center and has also been a teacher.

As our Representative, Carol introduced the Middle Class Tax Assistance Act, which would allow taxpayers to deduct state or local property taxes from their federal income taxes. She helped pass laws to reduce interest rates on student loans, increase the minimum wage, and provide tax incentives for the production of renewable energy.

We hope you will support Carol Shea-Porter's re-election.

Frank Heffron for State Representative

Frank Heffron of Exeter is running as a Democratic candidate for State Representative.

Frank announced his candidacy in the local papers (read his words at seacoastonline.com)

Here's Frank with Barack Obama.

We asked Frank Heffron to give us three things that he will stand for if elected. He told us he will work for:

• An equitable and affordable education funding plan


• Protection of our natural resources


• Assistance to those hardest hit by rising fuel and food prices

A bit about Frank's background: after graduating from Columbia Law school he was a lawyer for 37 years - including working for the NAACP Legal Defense Fund in the 60's. He's a member of the Exeter Area Kiwanis Club and has volunteered as an overnight host for the Seacoast Interfaith Hospitality Network, a local organization dedicated to helping homeless families get back on their feet.

Please lend your support to Frank Heffron, candidate for State Representative.

Our Town Committee Chair, The Honorable Jackie Weatherspoon...

...along with NH Democratic Convention Co-chair Jay Buckey and State Party Chair Raymond Buckley.

Ralph Woekel for County Register of Probate

David Ahearn for County Treasurer

Bob Bruce for Executive Councilor

Bob Bruce is running for New Hampshire Executive Council. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy, and has served as a volunteer firefighter as well as a member of Candia's Planning Board.

Bob's priorities include:

• Developing transportation for NH that protect our environment, including public transportation such as light rail and bus service



• Ensuring that the needs of our children and their education are not based on political outcomes



• Ensuring that the Executive Council secures contracts with responsible employers who will hire NH workers



• Work to change the State Bid process so that Companies wishing to do business with the State Of New Hampshire, have to state the percentage of New Hampshire workers they will employ, and the benefits that they will provide them, should they receive the contract

Learn more about Bob and his commitment to New Hampshire's citizens on his website, http://www.bobbruce.org/

Beverly Hollingworth for Executive Councilor

Beverly Hollingworth has spent most of her adult life representing her hometown of Hampton, NH as both a civic and business leader. She sponsored legislation that required elected officials to disclose conflicts any conflicts of interest. In 1999, her fellow Senators, both Republican and Democrat, elected her to succeed the late Clesson “Junie” Blaisdell as President of the Senate.

Beverly is running for re-election as a New Hampshire Executive Councilor. You can learn more about her accomplishments at http://www.nh.gov/council/district3/biography.html.

Trinka Russell for State Representative

Registered Nurse for 18 years

Teaches Universal Design (buildings that are accessible to people with disabilities)

On Education:
I will work with our congressional leaders to get the mandated federal funds that our schools were guaranteed.

On Housing:
The cost of housing and land values in some of our communities makes it difficult, even impossible for many of our citizens to live here. We must find incentives for the development of housing to meet the needs of all of our citizens and create a more open venue for the development of accessible housing.

To learn more about Trinka Russell, visit: http://www.democracyforamerica.com/campaigns/1598-kathleen-trinka-russell-for-nh-state-representative-democrat

John Henson for State Representative

Retired US Army Officer Incumbent State Representative Exeter Public Library Trustee Exeter Conservation Commissioner Member Exeter River Local Advisory Committee Member NH Public Water Access Advisory Board

John Lynch for Governor

Inaugurated as New Hampshire's 80th Governor in January 2005, John Lynch is bringing a renewed spirit of bipartisan cooperation to the State House and working to make progress on the issues important to New Hampshire families improving education, reducing health care costs, protecting the environment, and creating good jobs. As Governor, John Lynch has kept his promise to bring Democrats, Republicans and Independents together to address New Hampshire's major challenges.

Jeanne Shaheen for U.S. Senator

Jeanne Shaheen is a leader committed to strengthening New Hampshire middle class families and small businesses. In 1996, Jeanne became the first woman elected Governor of New Hampshire.

Jeanne’s kindergarten initiative has made public kindergarten a reality for over 25,000 additional children and the innovative children’s health insurance program she launched has extended affordable health coverage to tens of thousands of New Hampshire children. And when the recession hit New Hampshire in 2002, she successfully fought to increase state unemployment benefits for laid-off workers.

Jeanne Shaheen is our candidate for United States Senator, and we hope you will give her your support. You can learn more about Jeanne at her website, http://www.jeanneshaheen.org/

Maggie Hassan for State Senator

Sen. Margaret "Maggie" Wood Hassan was elected to the New Hampshire State Senate in November 2004. She has focused on improving the economic conditions for New Hampshire's businesses and working families.

You can learn more about Maggie's achievements for New Hampshire at her website, http://www.maggiehassan.org/.

Judy Day for State Representative

Teacher: Public School, College Ph. D in Education, UNH Member of North Hampton Planning Board for 5 Years Seacoast Area Resident for 25 Years