Dem-NPL State Convention - Friday

Join us in Fargo for the Official ND Democratic-NPL State Convention! Become a delegate and participate in active democracy! We will officially nominate candidates for U.S. Senate, U.S. House, Governor & Lt. Governor, State Auditor, State Treasurer, Insurance Commissioner, and Public Service Commissioner. Most activities will happen on Friday and Saturday. Friday Schedule 9:00am - Vendor Booths Set-up Begins 9:30am …

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Dem-NPL State Convention - Friday
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Beto O’Rourke is coming to MINOT! You read that right, the former U.S. Congressman and presidential candidate will be at Main Street Books on February 21, 2024 for “a candid talk about protecting our sacred right to vote and what it will take to save our democracy at this critical moment of truth.”

You’ll recall that in 2021, Ted Cruz fled Texas to the warmth of Cancun when a terrible winter storm left millions of Texans without power or heat in deathly freezing temperatures. At that same time, Beto engaged his massive volunteer base to help senior citizens find resources to stay safe. In a single day, they made over 151,000 calls! In a tweet about this work, Beto wrote, "One of our vols talked to a man stranded at home w/out power in Killeen, hadn’t eaten in 2 days, got him a ride to a warming center and a hot meal"

Now he’s fighting to protect the right to vote. In promoting his new book WE’VE GOT TO TRY: How the Fight for Voting Rights Makes Everything Else Possible, Beto has chosen to travel to states that have seen some of the harshest attacks on voting rights. We know that Republican lawmakers in Bismarck have sinisterly fought to make it harder for North Dakotans to vote, and while this isn’t a Dem-NPL sponsored event, we’re excited to see Beto taking this fight to where it is needed most!

- Laura Dronen, Communications and Digital Director
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District Conventions

February 6, 2024 – March 16, 2024

Legislative Districts will have District Conventions between Feb 6 and March 16. See below or contact your District Chair for information about your district’s convention.

All districts will elect delegates to the North Dakota Democratic-NPL State Convention.
Even-numbered districts will nominate candidates for the North Dakota State House and Senate

2024 District 44 Steak Fry

Thursday, February 15, 2024 – 5:30 PM
Fargo AMVETS
1001 1st Avenue South, Fargo

Join us for our annual fundraiser to help re-elect our legislators! Reserve your steak today!
For a free-will donation, your District 44 leaders will serve you a made-to-order steak (or vegan option), baked potato, salad, and dessert.

Note: At this time, the AmVets does not allow children in the bar/restaurant area.

2024 DNC National Convention Delegate Info Session: ND Delegation

Wednesday, February 21, 2024 – 5:30 PM
Virtual

Are you considering running to become a National Delegate at the 2024 DNC National Convention in Chicago, August 19-22? The Dem-NPL is hosting a virtual info session on Wednesday, Feb 21 @ 5:30pm CST. Click on the link below to register!

Register for the Dem-NPL's DNC National Delegate Info Session:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88285586066?pwd=0zgoTe3bn74yIlywv5zn196JxRY8IN.1

DNC National Delegate applications are due April 2nd, 2024, and elections will occur at the ND Dem-NPL State Convention in Fargo on Saturday, April 6th in the morning. All candidates must fill out the National Delegate application form and find an individual to submit a written nomination speech. Each candidate will also provide a 1-2 minute speech on stage at the State Convention.

*Elected National Delegates are expected to cover all of their own expenses.*

If you would like more comprehensive information about the DNC National Delegate process, expectations, and requirements, please email [email protected] and more information will be provided.

Executive Committee Meeting

Wednesday, February 21, 2024 – 7:00 PM
Virtual

Executive Committee Meeting of the North Dakota Democratic-NPL. Normally this occurs every second Wednesday, but February's has been moved to the 21st because of Valentine's Day. For more information contact Adam Goldwyn at [email protected]

District 21 Speed Dating – Meet Your Neighbors

Thursday, February 22, 2024 – 5:30 PM
Drekker Brewhalla
1666 1st Ave. N. Fargo

Meet your District 21 neighbors! We will also have an art auction featuring works from Emily Williams Wheeler, Ross Collins, and more!

North Dakota Democratic-NPL State Convention

Thursday, April 4 – Sunday, April 7, 2024
Avalon Event Center
2525 9th Ave S, Fargo

Join us in Fargo for the Official ND Democratic-NPL State Convention!
Become a delegate and participate in active democracy! We will officially nominate candidates for U.S. Senate, U.S. House, Governor & Lt. Governor, State Auditor, State Treasurer, Insurance Commissioner, and Public Service Commissioner. Most activities will happen on Friday and Saturday.

Learn more at demnpl.com/2024convention/

More information to come. Have Questions? Contact Kari Breker at [email protected]
You can now request a ballot for the North Dakota Democratic Presidential Primary. Ballots can be requested at MRGballot.com.

Ballots will start being mailed out on February 20, and must be received by Saturday, March 30, 2024. Ballots requested before February 7 will go out on February 20, and requests after February 7 will be fulfilled as they come in.

Candidates who will appear on the ballot are:

Joseph R Biden Jr
Eban Cambridge
Stephen Lyons
Jason Palmer
Armando "Mando" Perez-Serrato
Dean Phillips
Cenk Uygur
Marianne Williamson

North Dakota will send 19 delegates to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. This vote will determine the proportion of delegates pledged to each presidential candidate. Delegates to the National Convention will be elected at the North Dakota Democratic-NPL State Convention in Fargo on April 4-7.
Get involved in your local district! District Conventions will happen between Feb 6 and March 16. At District Conventions, Even Districts, District 9, and District 15 will endorse candidates for the state legislature. Every district will elect delegates to the State Convention. We'll keep you up to date as more conventions are scheduled! The following is arranged by district:

Joint District Conventions

Bismarck-Mandan District Conventions

Saturday, February 24 — 10:00 AM
Horizon Middle School
500 Ash Coulee Dr, Bismarck, ND 58503

Join us to learn more about how the Bismarck-Mandan area Districts are planning to work together to get candidates in the even-numbered Districts elected this fall. We will hear from candidates running for statewide office as well.

The Order of events will be:
Opening Comments
Introduction of statewide candidates
District Breakout Sessions
Closing Comments

Coffee and donuts are on offer to sweeten the deal.

Bismarck-Mandan Democratic-NPL Districts include 7, 8, 30, 31, 32, 34, 35, 47.

Cass County District Conventions

Saturday, March 2 — 10:00 AM
Ben Franklin Middle School
1420 8th St N., Fargo, ND 58102

Join us for Legislative Candidate Endorsements, State Convention Delegate elections, and good conversation with other local Democrats. Stay tuned for more information to come!

Cass County Democratic-NPL Districts include 10, 11, 13, 16, 21, 22, 27, 41, 44, 45, 46.

Northern Valley District Conventions

Saturday, March 2 — TBD
TBD

Join us for Legislative Candidate Endorsements and State Convention Delegate elections. More information to come!

This includes Districts 17, 18, 20, 42, and 43.

Souris Valley District Conventions

Saturday, March 9 — 10:00 AM
125 35th Ave NE
Minot, ND 58703

Tired of the ugly, corrupt, right-wing Culture Warrior extremism taking over North Dakota? The Souris Valley Dem-NPL is here to help.

Our District Reorganization and Candidate Endorsement Convention for Districts 3, 5, 38, and 40, is scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 9th from 10AM-2PM at the IBEW Local 714 Hall (125 35th Ave NE, Minot, ND) in northwest Minot. Anyone who is a resident of District 3, 5, 38, or 40 who shares the ideals of the Dem-NPL is free to attend and participate. There are no party dues or other requirements for participation.

The purpose of our District Conventions is to elect new leadership for each Dem-NPL district organization, endorse candidates for the state legislature, and select delegates to attend the North Dakota Democratic-NPL State Convention. State Representative Joshua Boschee of Fargo will be in attendance as a guest speaker.

The leadership of each Dem-NPL district organization is tasked with the important work of organizing fellow Dem-NPLers in the district to help support our candidates up and down the ballot. District 38 and District 40 will be endorsing legislative candidates to represent the Dem-NPL in this year’s elections. Delegates will attend the Dem-NPL State Convention in Fargo from April 4-7 and vote on items like the party platform and statewide candidate endorsements, as well as have the opportunity to meet and socialize with Dem-NPLers from across the state.

We hope you'll join us to help bring balance and common-sense back to North Dakota's state government. The Democratic-NPL and citizens of North Dakota need bright, upstanding people of conscience to be involved now more than ever.

This includes Districts 3, 5, 38, and 40.

Single District Conventions

District 1

Saturday, March 16 — 2:00 PM
Williston State College, 4th Floor of the dorm
1410 University Ave, Williston, ND 58801

Join us for the District 1 Dem-NPL Convention! The purpose of this convention is to elect 4 delegates to the State Convention.

District 2

Saturday, February 24 — 2:00 PM
Dakota Theater
219 N Main St
Crosby, ND 58730

Join us for the District 2 Dem-NPL Convention! The purpose of this convention is to endorse legislative candidates and elect 5 delegates to the State Convention.

District 6

Saturday, February 24 — 3:30 PM
Virtual

A district-wide, virtual event. Special guests to be announced later.
Email [email protected] for credentials. The purpose of this convention is to endorse legislative candidates and elect 8 delegates to the State Convention.

District 12

Sunday, March 3 — 3:00 PM
TBD

Save the Date! Details Coming Soon. For more information contact [email protected]

The purpose of this convention is to endorse legislative candidates and elect 10 delegates to the State Convention.

District 15

Thursday, February 15 — 7:00 PM
Lake Region Public Library
423 7th Street NE, Devils Lake, ND 58301

Join us for the District 15 Dem-NPL Convention!

The purpose of this convention is to endorse legislative candidates and elect 11 delegates to the State Convention.

District 19

Saturday, February 19 — 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Beaver's Cafe
141 Harvey Ave, Minto, ND

Join us for our District Convention February 17 in Minto at Beaver's Cafe. 2pm-4pm with social hour to follow at the Harvey Avenue.

District 23

Saturday, March 16 — 2:00 PM
Williston State College, 4th Floor of the dorm
1410 University Ave, Williston, ND 58801

Join us for the District 23 Dem-NPL Convention! The purpose of this convention is to elect 2 delegates to the State Convention.

District 24 with Special Guest speaker Joel Heitkamp

Sunday, February 18 — 2:00 PM
Gaukler Family Wellness Center
733 8th Avenue SW, Valley City 58072

We hope to see you Sunday, February 18th at 2pm at the Gaukler Family Wellness Center for coffee, cookies, and conversation at this year’s Convention!

This is your chance to hear from 2024 candidates, leading Dem-NPLers like Joel, and fellow neighbors who share your Dem-NPL values!

Attend and vote on Endorsing 2024 Candidates & Adopting the District 24 Dem-NPL Platform! We’ll see you there!

The purpose of this convention is to endorse legislative candidates and elect 13 delegates to the State Convention.

District 25

Sunday, March 3 — 4:00 PM
Boiler Room
404 Dakota Ave., Wahpeton, ND 58075

Please mark your calendar for our next District 25 convention! We will elect 12 delegates from District 25 to the state convention which is in Fargo this year. Hope to see you there!

The Democratic-NPL is a grassroots organized political party. Meetings are open to anyone who voted for, or plans to vote for Democratic-NPL candidates or simply affiliates themselves with the Party’s ideals. The purpose of this convention is to elect 12 delegates to the State Convention.

District 28

Sunday, February 11 — 1:00 PM
Growing Small Towns
510 Main Ave. Oakes, ND 58474

Join us for District 28 Dem-NPL officer elections, candidate endorsements, and an afternoon of lighthearted fun. Light refreshments will be served.

The purpose of this convention is to endorse legislative candidates and elect 10 delegates to the State Convention.

District 29

Saturday, February 24 — 1:00 PM
Pekin Community Center
204 Main Street, Pekin, ND 58361

Join us for the District 29 Dem-NPL Convention!

The purpose of this convention is to elect 11 delegates to the State Convention.

District 36

Saturday, March 2 — 12:00 - 2:00 PM
The Press Box at Players Sports Bar & Grill
2050 1st Ave E, Dickinson, ND

Join us for the District 36 Dem-NPL Convention to elect delegates to the State Convention and nominate candidates for the North Dakota State Legislature!

District 37

Saturday, March 2 — 2:00 - 4:00 PM
The Press Box at Players Sports Bar & Grill
2050 1st Ave E, Dickinson, ND

Join us for the District 37 Dem-NPL Convention to elect delegates to the State Convention!

District 39

Saturday, March 2— 10:00 AM - noon
The Press Box at Players Sports Bar & Grill
2050 1st Ave E, Dickinson, ND

Join us for the District 39 Dem-NPL Convention to elect delegates to the State Convention!

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Kathy Hogan, Dem-NPL Senate leader, highlighted the work the caucus accomplished in the past session toward issues that affect the everyday lives of North Dakotans, including improving support for child care access and providers, property tax relief, suicide prevention, workforce retention and support, and an expansion of North Dakota’s school meal program. Adam Goldwyn, current Dem-NPL state party chair, challenged the room to meet this year with a sense of duty to participate in the democracy created for people by the founders of this nation.

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Beto O'Rourke Visits Main Street Books!


Join Beto O’Rourke for a candid talk about protecting our sacred right to vote and what it will take to save our democracy at this critical moment of truth.

As a former Texas congressman and founder of the voting rights and voter registration organization Powered By People, Beto is uniquely qualified to explain both the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead as we approach the most consequential elections of our time.

Tickets to this event include discussion with Beto and the opportunity to purchase a signed copy of his latest book, WE’VE GOT TO TRY: How the Fight for Voting Rights Makes Everything Else Possible.

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Declaring conflicts of interest rare for North Dakota lawmakers


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One state representative — Rep. Jason Dockter, a Bismarck Republican — was charged with a conflict of interest-related crime in December. Court records indicate the Ethics Commission referred the case for prosecution.

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Fargo Democrats to host coffee meetup


Sen. Ryan Braunberger and Rep. Hamida Dakane will meet residents at 10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 10, at Caribou Coffee, 4484 15th Ave. S. The event is open to the public, and residents from District 10, which Braunberger and Dakane represent, are encouraged to attend.

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Letter: More needs to be done to erase school lunch debt in North Dakota


As we all know, school nutrition programs are critical to the health and well-being of kids in our state and their ability to learn and grow. The state legislature had the opportunity to eliminate this issue entirely with the original version of House Bill 1491, which would have provided free school meals for all of North Dakota's children. Unfortunately, the legislature ultimately vetoed any additional aid to struggling families until a portion of funding was reworked into SB 2284. This is not enough.

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Lindaas Barn Dance board releases schedule of upcoming summer dances


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'Straw donor’ illegally gave money to super PAC that supported Doug Burgum's presidential run, group claims


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ND Dem NPL congressional candidate Hammer on border security: "we don't need knee jerk reactions"


"I understand the need for border control. I think what we don't need are knee jerk reactions. But yes we definitely need to make the border more secure," said Trygve Hammer.
Hammer attended the Naval Academy and served as a helicopter pilot and a platoon commander while deployed in Iraq.

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Shaw: Why did Drew Wrigley oppose Donald Trump’s gag order?


Oh, please. Have Wrigley and the others not seen the video from Jan. 6? Are they unaware that Trump incited a violent coup attempt to overturn the results of the 2020 election? Are they unaware that Trump’s followers were out to hang Mike Pence and harm members of Congress? Are they unaware that Trump watched all of this on television for hours and did nothing to stop it?

For Wrigley and the others to argue that the case is motivated by partisan politics is insulting, not to mention motivated by, you guessed it, partisan politics. The attorneys general are sucking up to their cult leader, Donald Trump.

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ND U.S. Senate candidate Katrina Christiansen: "supporting Ukraine puts America first"


"We need to say that supporting Ukraine puts America first. Russia is counting on America losing interest here. If we fail to support Ukraine, Putin wins," said Katrina Christiansen.
Christiansen says if Russia wins, then that's also a win for China, Iran, and North Korea.

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Burleigh County Auditor Mark Splonskowski should be sent packing by voters


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Judge Traynor was right to flag this. The MAGA movement has become insidious. It's not just a lot of blowhard, bootlicking "influencers" on social media and low-rent cable shows. They'rerunning for and winning election to positions of local influence.

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Lisa Hermosillo hopes to represent ND's District 38


Lisa Hermosillo has announced she will be seeking the Democratic-NPL endorsement to the North Dakota House of Representatives for District 38 in Minot. Derek Hanson fills in for Joel to ask her about her main goals if elected, how she plans to fix property taxes, childcare, and more.

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Trump does not have presidential immunity in January 6 case, federal appeals court rules


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The judges flatly rejected Trump’s claim that his criminal indictment would have a “chilling effect” on future presidents.

“Moreover, past Presidents have understood themselves to be subject to impeachment and criminal liability, at least under certain circumstances, so the possibility of chilling executive action is already in effect,” the opinion says.

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Republicans point fingers after embarrassing defeats


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What Biden’s Critics Get Wrong About His Gaffes


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Administration officials are using the report to promote President Joe Biden’s economic agenda as he campaigns for reelection — and as the IRS continually faces threats to its funding.

“This analysis demonstrates that President Biden’s investment in rebuilding the IRS will reduce the deficit by hundreds of billions of dollars by making the wealthy and big corporations pay the taxes they owe,” National Economic Adviser Lael Brainard said in a statement.

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'None of these candidates' takes the Nevada Republican primary, dealing Haley a blow


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Representative Raskin Blames Trump for Stalling Bipartisan Border Deal


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Democrats blast special counsel Robert Hur's Biden report as 'inappropriate' and 'politically motivated'


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He added, "How in the hell dare he raise that? Frankly, when I was asked the question, I thought to myself, wasn’t any of their damn business."

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