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Welcome to the North Dakota Democratic-NPL Insider, a newsletter that features regular updates about upcoming Dem-NPL events, legislative happenings, and news that affects North Dakotans! If you would like to have something added to the newsletter, email us at [email protected]. Spread the word of our newsletter by sharing our sign-up link today: https://demnpl.com/join-our-newsletter/.
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The news of Mercer County Sheriff's Deputy Paul Martin death is heartwrenching. As the AP reported, “The 42-year-old son of U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer was charged Thursday with manslaughter and fleeing an officer after a police pursuit ended in a crash that killed a North Dakota sheriff’s deputy”
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Our Party Chair Adam Goldwyn said in a radio interview on Thursday, “Despite our political differences with Senator Cramer, it’s an absolute tragedy for the officer, the officer’s family, and loved ones, and we hope that Sen. Cramer and his family can find healing during this difficult time. [We need to] find some way to improve the mental health response situation in North Dakota so that tragedies like this become rarer and rarer.”
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It’s hard to find any family that has been touched by mental illness. Tragedies like this are a stark reminder that services and research dedicated to helping those with mental and behavioral health issues are shamefully underfunded. It’s incredibly important that we continue to work to change this.
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- Laura Dronen, Communications and Digital Director
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12 Days of Democracy
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Friday, December 1 – Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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From December 1st – 12th, 2024, do one thing a day for civic engagement and connection!
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Sign-up to receive a paper challenge sheet and/or receive a daily invitation via email: https://forms.gle/hrh8r8s1DmZZS9wj9
Daily invitations will range from a quick action (i.e., follow a Facebook page to stay connected) to reflections or reading that you can adjust to meet your available timeframes. Daily emails will be sent from [email protected].
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District 10 Holiday Bake Sale
Friday, December 1 - Friday, December 15, 2023
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Feeling a bit behind this season? Got a bunch of guests coming over and no time to bake? Do you really love holiday cookies but just don't feel like making any? Leave it to District 10! Order at: secure.actblue.com/donate/d10holiday2023
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We can deliver to the F/M area. All other requests would need to be pick-up only. Cookies will be available between December 19th and 22nd. Please contact [email protected] with questions, or to schedule a pick up time!
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Bismarck/Mandan Dems Holiday Social
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Saturday, December 9, 2023 – 6:30 PM
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3rd and Expressway, Bismarck
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Social gathering where attendees are encouraged to wear their most creative Christmas sweater (prizes will be awarded). There will be a Christmas caroling competition between districts with a traveling trophy awarded to the winning district.
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Data Jam
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Data Jam 6 will focus on the less-used capabilities of Votebuilder. Join us for campaign stories from the past and a glimpse of opportunities for the future.
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Souris Valley Dem-NPL December Monthly Meeting
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Tuesday, December 12, 2023 – 7:00 PM
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Join the Souris Valley Dem-NPL at our December Monthly Meeting! All Democrats and Nonpartisan Leaguers in Minot and the surrounding area are welcome to come and discuss issues and upcoming events.We will be meeting at the Parker Center (21 1st Ave SE, Minot, ND) on Tuesday, December 12th. There will be a social from 6PM - 7PM followed by the meeting from 7PM - 8PM. We look forward to seeing you there!
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North Dakota Democratic-NPL Executive Committee Meeting
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Wednesday, December 13, 2023 – 7:00 PM
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The Executive Committee Meeting for the State Democratic-NPL Party. Each Second Wednesday of the Month. For more information contact Adam Goldwyn at [email protected]
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District 12 Winter Blue Dinner
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January 26, 2024 – 6:00 PM
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The Bunker
1520 3rd St SE Jamestown
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Celebrate 2024 and Dem-NPL community! Dinner and drinks will be served, and we’ll hear from guest speakers and enjoy a live auction of locally famous homemade pies.
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Whether it’s an evening gown or crewneck sweatshirt, wear your favorite blue for this fun, family-friendly event to support local Dem-NPL organizing.
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North Dakota Democratic-NPL State Convention
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Thursday, April 4 – Sunday, April 7, 2024
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Join us in Fargo for the Official ND Democratic-NPL State Convention!
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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.
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Read what North Dakotans are talking about and learn how news right here in the Peace Garden State is impacting you.
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Press Releases from the Dem-NPL
Help us amplify our message and important issues for North Dakotans today!
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North Dakota lawmakers to join appeal against redistricting ruling
Rep. Zachary Ista, D-Grand Forks, who voted against the motion, said during the meeting he believes lawmakers should let the appeals court process play out.
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"I think getting us toward finality and certainty with an election on the horizon is important," he said, referring to the 2024 election.
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Doug Burgum suspends presidential campaign
The North Dakota Democratic Party called Burgum's run for president "a vanity campaign from a bored billionaire."
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"After bribing his way onto the first two debate stages, Gov. Doug Burgum has dropped out of the 2024 Republican Presidential Primary," North Dakota Democratic-NPL Chair Adam Goldwyn said in a statement. "As we predicted in June, Burgum’s presidential campaign was a short one."
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Lawmaker comment referencing Holmberg child rape charges caught on hot mic
Sen. Tim Mathern of Fargo questioned how much the case may cost the state.
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Republican Rep. Jerry Klein of Fessenden was overheard on the microphone of another lawmaker saying, “two trips to Prague.”
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Holmberg, also a Republican, is facing federal charges, accused of traveling to Prague to have sex with minors.
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Speaking out: Prichard’s radical stance on initiated measures has no audience in North Dakota
For these reasons, the recently announced position of Rep. Brandon Prichard on the initiated measure process is laughably extreme. The Republican District 8 representative to the state House tweeted on Nov. 7 that “Direct democracy should not exist.” Let’s lay this bare: Prichard thinks that initiated measure processes -- that North Dakotans are hesitant to even modify -- should actually be abolished!
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Joel and Andy Berke from USDA talk about rural broadband
Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KGFO studio by Andy Berke. Andy is the Administrator of the Rural Utilities Service within USDA Rural Development. He's speaking at the Broadband Association of ND’s annual meeting today! Joel and Andy talk about the importance of rural utilities, including broadband, and what the Biden administration has done for North Dakota.
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Senator Cramer's democrat challenger Christiansen expresses condolences following deadly highway crash involving Cramer's son
“This is a devastating loss for the Beulah community and our state,” said Christiansen. “Deputy Martin’s death is a reminder of the risks our law enforcement officers face every day to keep us safe. My thoughts are with his loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”
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“I extend my thoughts to Senator Cramer and his family as they navigate this challenging time. I know the Beluah community will come together to support one another. Let us honor the memory of Deputy Martin by showing kindness and support to his family and to each other.”
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Fargodome Reimagined...what's next? Plus a visit with the North Dakota Democratic Party leader...and your calls (12-7-2023)
Democratic-NPL Chair Adam Goldwyn joined Scott Hennen to discuss his response to a recent Hennen column. Adam's interview starts at 55:38.
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Republicans need intelligent debate on property taxes
Would real estate tax elimination be a tax break or merely a tax shift? What other forms of taxes or fees are more acceptable to pay for predictable essential local cost increases? If real estate property taxes are too high, are our Republican legislature and Republican governor incapable of finding a reasonable solution? Hopefully our Republican brothers and sisters will have an intelligent debate regarding these questions rather than calling each other names. The average citizen just wants a functional government. Is that too much to ask?
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A tragedy
It also is an opportunity to understand the addictions other parent’s sons have. He can promise himself, and others, to never use any of those situations as a tool for political gain. It’s an opportunity for kindness and understanding.
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And it’s a time to get something done.
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Bender: Deregulation's great for corporate America
If we keep deregulating at this pace, eventually we'll have woke chaps! Consider the big picture. Sure, oil spills decimate fisheries, your tap water's flammable, monopolies are price-gouging, and your dog has three heads. Relax. You can't afford your life expectancy as it is. And when corporations make enough, it'll trickle down so you can afford to move. Sure, they're making record profits. They just need record-er profits
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Don't miss these national stories!
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WATCH NOW: U.S. Senate Campaign’s Viral Ad in the Heartland
The video provides a glimpse into Katrina Christiansen's passion for public service and the values that drive her commitment to representing the people of North Dakota in the U.S. Senate. "Wolves" is now available here on social media platforms.
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It is crucial that Democrats hold the Senate, and understand the 2024 Senate map is challenging. That is why we must compete in every state with a history of electing Democrats. This seat was Sen. Heitkamp's seat and was held by a Democrat from 1960-2018. Katrina is running against Kevin Cramer, an unpopular official who has lost three times before in the state and isn't sitting on a lot of campaign money
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Biden campaign slams Republicans on health care policies
"Here’s a fact that conveniently didn’t come up on tonight’s debate stage: The Republicans running for president — led by Donald J. Trump — will make sure that the millions of Americans benefiting from lifesaving health care suffer if Republicans have their way and dismantle the ACA," campaign spokesperson Kevin Munoz said.
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U.S. payrolls rose 199,000 in November, unemployment rate falls to 3.7%
Nonfarm payrolls rose by a seasonally adjusted 199,000 for the month, slightly better than the 190,000 Dow Jones estimate and ahead of the unrevised October gain of 150,000, the Labor Department reported Friday. The numbers were boosted by sizeable gains in government hiring as well as workers returning from strikes in the auto and entertainment industries.
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The unemployment rate declined to 3.7%, compared with the forecast for 3.9%, as the labor force participation rate edged higher to 62.8%. A more encompassing unemployment rate that includes discouraged workers and those holding part-time positions for economic reasons fell to 7%, a decline of 0.2 percentage point.
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Biden hits Trump over travel ban threats on anniversary of ‘Muslim ban’ proposal
President Biden on Thursday took aim at former President Trump’s travel ban policies, marking the eighth anniversary of the so-called “Muslim ban” pushed by Trump in the 2016 election.
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Trump released the proposal in December 2015, when he was vying for the Republican presidential nomination, calling “for a total and complete shutdown of Muslims entering the United States until our country’s representatives can figure out what is going on.”
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Donald Trump's dream team looks like an American nightmare
It's really not a joking matter actually. All the people mentioned in the Axios piece may be third-rate political figures but they are also dangerous authoritarians and Trump sycophants who would have no compunction about pushing whatever buttons they have at their disposal to punish their enemies and vanquish the political opposition. What they lack in integrity they make up for in malevolence and it's simply unthinkable that the U.S. government would be in their hands.
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Biden campaign says jobs report shows he is ‘cleaning up the economic disaster’ Trump left
“Joe Biden has now created more jobs in less than three years than any president created in four, cleaning up the economic disaster [Trump] left behind,” Biden-Harris 2024 spokesperson Seth Schuster said in a statement.
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“There’s more work to be done, but his record shows Americans can’t trust Trump to do it. Instead of standing up to corporate greed to lower costs and raise wages for working people, Trump would double down on the same failed policies that gave massive tax cuts to the rich and big corporations, while creating incentives to ship American jobs overseas,” he added.
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A Texas judge ruled a pregnant woman who sued the state seeking an abortion can legally terminate her pregnancy
In an emergency hearing Thursday, a judge granted a temporary restraining order against the state that would allow Cox to immediately have an abortion.
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“The idea that Mrs. Cox wants desperately to be a parent, and this law might actually cause her to lose that ability is shocking and would be a genuine miscarriage of justice,” Judge Maya Guerra Gamble said. “So I will be signing the order and it will be processed and sent out today.”
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Cox and her husband were present for the hearing – which took place over Zoom – and grew emotional at the judge’s decision and could be seen wiping away tears.
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Biden administration to forgive $4.8 billion in student loan debt for 80,300 borrowers
“Before President Biden took office, it was virtually impossible for eligible borrowers to access the student debt relief they rightfully earned,” U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona said in a statement. “This level of debt relief is unparalleled and we have no intention of slowing down.”
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