October 2024
Letter from the Chair
Governor Ron DeSantis has once again shown disregard for laws protecting voters. Furious that the Florida Supreme Court approved Amendment 4 to appear on the ballot, he is using taxpayer dollars in a campaign of voter intimidation and misinformation to suppress support for Amendment 4.
His state-funded website spreads unfounded and misleading claims about the amendment, using public resources for political propaganda. He is also intimidating petition signers using his “election police” force to further undermine the democratic process.
Perhaps the most egregious of his efforts is the deceptive financial impact statement attached to the ballot. This statement falsely claims that Florida will lose revenue due to fewer babies being born if Amendment 4 passes, a baseless and absurd assertion. It also wrongly suggests that the state may be forced to fund abortions and goes so far as to claim that the amendment will take away parents’ rights to know if their children are having an abortion. None of these claims are based in fact, and are deliberate attempts to confuse voters and drive them away from supporting the amendment. Learn more at CollierDems.org/YesOn4
Governor DeSantis and his Republican allies are clearly terrified of the power of a citizen-based initiative like Amendment 4. Rather than engage in honest debate, they have chosen to spread lies, use intimidation, and manipulate the system to serve their political interests. The governor’s campaign against Amendment 4 is a stark reminder of the lengths to which he will go to maintain power at the expense of the democratic process. Floridians deserve better.
To safeguard our rights and preserve democracy. We must elect Democrats up and down the ballot. Leaders like Kamala Harris for US President, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell for U.S. Senate, Andrea Doria Kale, Kari Lerner, and Joey Atkins for Congress, and Mitchel Schlayer, Charles Work, and Arthur Oslund for the Florida House of Representatives will stand up for the people, not political games. Together, they can lead the fight for a fair and just Florida.
For information about our candidates, and how, where, and when to vote, please visit CollierDems.org/Voting
Remember, Democrats who don’t vote elect Republicans!! We’ll see you at the polls!
- Check your Voter Registration status before October 7! Make sure you’re still listed as an active voter, and in the correct precinct.
- Have you registered for Vote By Mail? Ballots have started going out, but you can still register for VBM until October 24! Avoid the lines and intimidation at the polls, track your ballot, and gain some peace of mind.
- Early voting is available from October 21 through November 2. You can vote at any Early Voting location.
- Learn about the Florida Constitutional Amendments on the ballot!
- Learn about the Democratic candidates running for State and Federal offices!
Join us for a Vice Presidential Debate Watch Party at Democratic HQ!
OCTOBER 1, 2024
8:00-10:30 PM
600 Goodlette Road #110, Naples FL 34102
All Like-Minded Neighbors welcome!
The Democratic Executive Committee (DEC) will meet
OCTOBER 2, 2024 – 5:30 PM Meet & Greet, 6:30 PM Meeting
at Collier County Democratic Party Headquarters
600 Goodlette-Frank Road #110, Naples FL 34102
The DEC is the local official arm of the Florida Democratic Party and is comprised of elected Committeemen and Women. Official meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM. We will hold a public Meet & Greet at 6:00 PM at our October meeting. Please join us!
All registered Democrats may attend and observe as guests, and all attendees must register ahead of time. Only DEC members may vote and participate in the meeting. Attendees are encouraged to join 10 minutes early to get settled before the meeting begins.
To learn more about the Collier County Democratic Party, join us at one of our Saturday morning “Welcome to the Party” virtual sessions! See below.
INTRODUCTION to the Democratic Executive Committee (DEC)
Upcoming “Welcome to the Party” – Volunteer Orientation Events!
OCTOBER 5 and 12, 2024 – 11:00 – 12:00
Virtual via Zoom
Please register to receive the link to join our Zoom online session!
Join other Democrats for this virtual program that will introduce (or re-introduce) you to the Collier County Democratic Party, including our clubs, caucuses, and committees. You will also learn about how you can get more involved to help us protect our democracy in the 2024 election.
Because this is a virtual program, you can participate from anywhere. We also have volunteer activities you can do from wherever you are located!
Whether you’re an introvert, an extrovert, have very little or a whole lot of time to give, the contribution of your expertise and patriotism will be invaluable.
Pick the date that works for you. After you register, you’ll receive an email with information about how to attend the event. We look forward to seeing you!
The Collier County Democratic Club (CCDC) will meet
OCTOBER 16, 2024 – 6:00-7:30 PM
at Collier County Education Association
6710 Lone Oak Blvd, Naples FL 34109
All Democrats Welcome. Please Join us!
Come and live vicariously as Collier County Democratic Party Chair, Jane Schlechtweg, relates her experience at the historic Democratic National Convention this past summer when a Black Asian woman was nominated for the highest office in the nation.
****Dues are due – $35 single/$60 couple – please join or renew now!
The Democratic Women‘s Club of Marco (DWC Marco) will meet
OCTOBER 8, 2024 – 5:00-6:30 PM
In person at
Mackle Park Community Center, 1361 Andalusia Terrace, Marco Island
We are very excited to be hosting a “Meet the Candidate” event for the 6 Marco Island City Council candidates, District 1 Collier County Commissioner Candidates Rick LoCastro and Michaela Kendall, and State House District 81 candidate Charles Work. Each candidate will have an opportunity to introduce themselves and discuss their policies and issues most important to them.
Join Us! Registration is Required. Click the button at left to Register. Doors will open at 4:45pm, and the meeting will begin promptly at 5:00pm. Please be on time.
Members and guests welcome! Community members interested in joining the club and promoting our Democratic values while supporting its charitable efforts can go to dwcmarco.org or contact us at info@dwcmarco.org.
The Collier County Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida
Message from Judy Freiberg, President of the Collier County Democratic Environmental Caucus, to all members, supporters and anyone concerned about the catastrophic consequences of climate change.
PLEASE volunteer for our activities that will help fellow Democrats and like-minded voters to VOTE!!! The Harris/Walz Administration will continue the crucial work of addressing our climate emergency, and Senator Debbie Mucarsel-Powell will ensure that the Senate stays in Democratic hands to enable President Harris to continue the Biden/Harris climate achievements.
We MUST keep the Senate, take back the House (vote Andrea Doria Kale, Kari Lerner, and Joey Atkins), and elect Harris/Walz. Four years of Trump spewing greenhouse gasses and walking back the Biden clean energy policies will gravely wound our efforts to turn around climate change. We cannot let that happen. CollierDems.org/Voting
Elsewhere in this newsletter, you will be asked to phone bank and canvass. Sign up now. Please.
ONGOING MEETINGS – Make your voice heard in local government!
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Voter Protection Volunteer Opportunities for the 2024 General Election
The 2024 General Election is here. Vote-by-Mail ballots are being delivered and Early Voting begins on October 21, 2024. We have an amazing Presidential Ticket; Kamala Harris and Tim Walz. We have an amazing Senate candidate; Debbie Mucarsel – Powell. AND we have Democrats running in every House race across the state.
Join the VoPro team to help protect the vote. Every vote counts and we have the winning ticket. Training information and sign-up links are included below:
Poll Greeter Training: Learn how to greet voters and monitor activities outside the polling place during Early Voting (October 21 – November 2) and Election Day (November 5). Shifts are 4-6 hours. You will learn about polling place operations, poll worker duties and the role of a Poll Greeter. All Poll Greeters must be registered Democrats. Attend from your home on Zoom. You will receive the meeting link after you sign up.
Click HERE to sign up for Poll Greeter Training: https://www.mobilize.us/colliercountydec/event/643125
Steering Wheel Brigade Training: This volunteer role involves the observation of Polling place activities from cars – a Steering Wheel Brigade. Learn how to monitor activities outside the polling place during Early Voting (October 21 – November 2) and Election Day (November 5). Shifts are 4-6 hours. All Brigaders must be registered Democrats. Attend from your home on Zoom. You will receive the meeting link after you sign up.
Click HERE to sign up for Steering Wheel Brigade Training: https://www.mobilize.us/colliercountydec/event/655248
Poll Watcher Training: The Collier VoPro team is working with the Harris / FDP Coordinated Campaign VoPro Team and Poll Watcher training will be provided by them. Learn how to monitor election activities inside the Polling Place during Early Voting (October 21 – November 2) and on Election Day (November 5). Shifts are 4-6 hours. You will learn about polling place operations, poll worker duties and the role of a Poll Watcher. All Poll Watchers must be registered Democrats in Collier County. Attend from your home on Zoom. You will receive the meeting link after you sign up.
Click HERE to sign up for Poll Watcher Training: https://www.mobilize.us/2024flvictory/event/681534
Ballot Cure Training: Join our statewide team to help voters cure / fix vote-by-mail ballot issues including undeliverable ballots and ballots with signature issues. There are 2 phone bank training sessions each week; Wednesday at 10:30am and Sunday 2pm from now until November 3. During the training, you will learn about ballot curing and the phone bank tool. Training is on zoom and calls are made on your schedule.
Click HERE to sign up for Ballot Cure Training: https://www.mobilize.us/2024flvictory/event/686433
The Collier County Democratic Executive Committee (CCDEC) is the official, local county arm of the Florida Democratic Party. The CCDEC has oversight over all Democratic Party activities within Collier County. LEARN MORE
The Collier County Democratic Party is an all-volunteer, entirely donor-funded organization. Our local party can not exist without volunteers and donors like you.