Democratic gubernatorial candidate Scott Heidepriem will present a half-hour documentary on his life and his campaign for governor Thursday on all of South Dakota's major local television stations. The program airs on our Sioux Fals stations at 6:30 p.m.
We invite all Lake County Democrats and other interested voters to join us for a viewing party at our headquarters, the "Parsley Barn"—also known as Scott and Val Parsley's place at 103 North Liberty Avenue in Madison. We'll provide hot dogs, hamburgers, and lemonade; if you can, please bring a salad or dessert to share with your fellow voters.
Here's a preview of the Heidepriem video:
9.30.2010
October Meeting Friday the 1st: Meet Sheriff Candidate Jason Lurz
Our October meeting happens tomorrow, the 1st of the month, 6 p.m., at Nicky's. This meeting is our last regular meeting before the November 2 election (yup, it's that close!), so we'll have plenty to talk about.
Plus, candidate for Lake County sheriff Jason Lurz plans to drop by to say a few words about why we ought to vote for him. He's a Republican... but then so is everyone else running for sheriff! So come learn about the sheriff's race, and help us plan for victory in November!
Plus, candidate for Lake County sheriff Jason Lurz plans to drop by to say a few words about why we ought to vote for him. He's a Republican... but then so is everyone else running for sheriff! So come learn about the sheriff's race, and help us plan for victory in November!
8.16.2010
Meet the Dems! Lake-Moody Fundraiser August 29
We Lake County Dems are getting together with our neighbors to host a big "Meet the Candidates" shindig:
- When: Sunday, August 29, 5 to 7 p.m.
- Where: Jim and Susan Thompson's place, located half-mile west from the I-29 Flandreau exit —Exit 114—on 230th Street.
- What's for dinner: Beef! BBQ beef sandwiches, plus a potpourri of salads and bars.
- Who'll be there: Lots of Dems, including candidates! We've invited everyone up and down the South Dakota Democratic ticket, including the local candidates for State Legislature and County Commission.
- What's the cost: $10 per person, $20 for an entire family. Naturally, you're welcome to drop a few more bills in the bucket to support Democratic victory in November!
- Joan Stamm, Lake County Dems, 427-9388
- Clark Schmidtke, Moody County Dems, 428-4305
8.01.2010
Crazy Days 2010 Straw Poll Results
The Lake County Democrats conducted a straw poll on Madison's Main Street Friday. 48 hardy political souls tossed ballots in the giant mayo jar. Here's how they voted on the U.S. House, South Dakota Governor, District 8 State Senate, and District 8 State House races:
| Candidate | number | % |
| U.S. House | ||
| Stephanie Herseth Sandlin (D) | 33 | 79% |
| Kristi Noem (R) | 8 | 19% |
| B. Thomas Marking (I) | 1 | 2% |
| S.D. Governor | ||
| Scott Heidepriem (D) | 28 | 67% |
| Dennis Daugaard (R) | 14 | 33% |
| District 8 Senate | ||
| Clark Schmidtke, Jr. (I) | 19 | 48% |
| Russell Olson (R) | 21 | 53% |
| District 8 House | ||
| Mitch Fargen (D) | 32 | 74% |
| Gerald Lange (D) | 27 | 63% |
| Patricia Stricherz (R) | 3 | 7% |
| Jason Bjorklund (I) | 10 | 23% |
The participants in the poll identified their political affiliation thus:
| Party | number | % |
| Democrat | 23 | 48% |
| Republican | 10 | 21% |
| None | 10 | 21% |
| Independent | 3 | 6% |
| Other | 2 | 4% |
7.30.2010
Crazy Days 2010 Straw Poll: Vote on the Candidates!
The Lake County Democrats are at Madison's Crazy Days today. We'll be selling baked goods and other treats on the sidewalk on the North 100 block of Egan (check around Radio Shack!).
We'll also be conducting our annual Crazy Days Straw Poll! Folks from all political persuasions are welcome to cast a ballot for their favorite candidates. We're polling the November races for U.S. House, governor, and District 8 Senate and House. Come vote, come chat... and come drop some money in the kitty to help Dems win in November!
We'll also be conducting our annual Crazy Days Straw Poll! Folks from all political persuasions are welcome to cast a ballot for their favorite candidates. We're polling the November races for U.S. House, governor, and District 8 Senate and House. Come vote, come chat... and come drop some money in the kitty to help Dems win in November!
7.31.2009
On the Street: Majority Favor Public Option for Health Care
The Lake County Democrats held a fundraiser downtown during Madison's Crazy Days last Friday. While selling yummy homemade bread, bars, and shopping bags (thanks, Bonnie!), we also conducted an opinion poll. With 32 self-selecting respondents, our poll has the statistical significance of the broad side of a barn, but the results are still interesting.
We asked folks to identify their political affiliation (Dem, GOP, Indep, or other). We then asked this simple question:
A few folks asked what we meant by public option, and we explained that it meant the federal government would offer health insurance policies on the market alongside private insurers. You could buy your health coverage from Uncle Sam, DakotaCare, Blue Cross, whichever.
88% of our respondents said yes, they want a public option. Only three people—one Republican, one Independent, one other—said no. Even on Libertarian who dropped by said yes to a public option, as long as it competes on the market with private insurance rather than replacing private insurance.
Congress is working on health care reform right now: see H.R. 3200 for the House version. Read up, decide what you want in health care reform, and then contact your Congresspeople!
We asked folks to identify their political affiliation (Dem, GOP, Indep, or other). We then asked this simple question:
Do you want Congress to include a public option in its health care legislation?
A few folks asked what we meant by public option, and we explained that it meant the federal government would offer health insurance policies on the market alongside private insurers. You could buy your health coverage from Uncle Sam, DakotaCare, Blue Cross, whichever.
88% of our respondents said yes, they want a public option. Only three people—one Republican, one Independent, one other—said no. Even on Libertarian who dropped by said yes to a public option, as long as it competes on the market with private insurance rather than replacing private insurance.
Congress is working on health care reform right now: see H.R. 3200 for the House version. Read up, decide what you want in health care reform, and then contact your Congresspeople!
Monthly Meetings
Next Meeting: Friday, April 9, 2010
(moved from April 2 for Good Friday)
Lake County Democrats monthly meeting:
First Friday of each month
6:00 PM
Nicky's Restaurant
1407 NW 2nd Street
Madison, SD
Click here for map
(moved from April 2 for Good Friday)
Lake County Democrats monthly meeting:
First Friday of each month
6:00 PM
Nicky's Restaurant
1407 NW 2nd Street
Madison, SD
Click here for map
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