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Congressman Cleaver invites you to come hear the latest
news from DC and to share your thoughts and concerns.

July 12, 2008
8-10 a.m.
Sugar Creek
Ernie's Steakhouse & Kross Lounge
605 N. Sterling
Sugar Creek, MO 64054

COFFEE WITH BETH GRUBB, SATURDAY, JULY 12
The Cass Co. Women's Democratic Club will sponsor a coffee for Beth Grubb, candidate for State Representative 122nd District, on Saturday, July 12, in Pleasant Hill at The 113 Cafe (113 Wyoming St.) at 8:30 am. Please stop by for a free cup of coffee, visit with Beth about your issues and concerns, or volunteer to help her with the campaign.

Don't forget the Jeff Harris reception on July 12, 12:30 PM at the
International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers
Local Lodge 778
9404 Grandview Rd
Kansas City MO 64132
Serving hamburgers, hot dogs, lemonade, and beer

NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING/HOUSE PARTY FOR CLEVELAND & WEST LINE DEMOCRATS, JULY 12
Cleveland and West Line Democrats are invited to attend a Neighborhood Meeting at the home of Judy McKim at 4 pm, Saturday, July 12. Kevin Stamps will make a brief presentation, and there will be time to socialize and sign up for several volunteer activities. Call Judy at 618-3638 or email jkmckim100@yahoo.com to get directions to her house. All are welcome.

CASS COUNTY FAIR, JULY 18 -20, PLEASANT HILL

CASS COUNTY FAIR, JULY 18 -20, PLEASANT HILL

The July Wyandotte County Third Saturday Democratic Breakfast will meet this Saturday, July 19 at The Woodlands dog track, 9700 Leavenworth Road. The forum hosts Democratic candidates in contested August 5 primaries. Tri-County AFL-CIO President Donna Birks will also speak.

A buffet is available at 8:15 am and the program begins at 9:00. Cost for the buffet is ten dollars, which includes tax, service and tip; seven dollars for students and those with limited income.

I'd like to invite you to my 3rd annual 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament and Community Fair JEFF SMITH 3on 3, on July 19th at Fairground Park. Please read about the success of the event from last year 3 on 3 Recap or 2008 Legislative report page 6.

This Saturday is also the date of Let's Take Kansas Back, a Unity Rally for Obama from Noon to 2 pm, sponsored by the African-American Democratic Caucus of Wyandotte County and the Wyandotte County Democratic Central Committee. It will be at the gymnasium at Kansas City Kansas Community College, 7250 State Avenue. Our goal is to encorage, motivate and promote the spirit of unity in our Party with a meet and greet rally. Doors open at 11:30 am. For further information, contact Barbara Ikerd at 522-2512 or belbaybee2@aol.com or Shirley Carter-Ikerd at 788-7330. (913)

CASS COUNTY FAIR, JULY 18 -20, PLEASANT HILL

GOLF TOURNAMENT FOR DANNY POWELL IN ARCHIE, JULY 20

July 24, Thursday, 25, Friday & Saturday, 26, 6-11pm
KC Fringe Festival
Cross Roads or River Market location to be announced
Cost of War banners, “What’s the Best Way to Support the Troops?” +
Hold banners, leaflet, collect petition signatures, etc.
We invite you to join us in vigiling, street theater and other activities we have scheduled to engage, educate and involve citizens in advocacy. Join us in using the Cost of War banners, “What’s the Best Way to Support the Troops?”, “Your Tax Dollars for Sale” Street Theater and other peacemaking tools!

CASS CO. CENTRAL DEMOCRATIC CLUB MEETING, THURSDAY, July 24
The Cass Co. Central Democratic Club meeting will be held on Thursday, July 24 at the Butcher Block Grille in the Mill-Walk Mall in Harrisonville. Speakers for the evening will be Dr. Bob Harris (Jeff Harris' dad) & Beth Grubb, candidate for the Missouri House, District 122.
Dinner ($10) begins at 6:30 followed by the meeting and speakers at 7:00.

July 24, Thursday, 25, Friday & Saturday, 26, 6-11pm
KC Fringe Festival
Cross Roads or River Market location to be announced
Cost of War banners, “What’s the Best Way to Support the Troops?” +
Hold banners, leaflet, collect petition signatures, etc.
We invite you to join us in vigiling, street theater and other activities we have scheduled to engage, educate and involve citizens in advocacy. Join us in using the Cost of War banners, “What’s the Best Way to Support the Troops?”, “Your Tax Dollars for Sale” Street Theater and other peacemaking tools!

July 24, Thursday, 25, Friday & Saturday, 26, 6-11pm
KC Fringe Festival
Cross Roads or River Market location to be announced
Cost of War banners, “What’s the Best Way to Support the Troops?” +
Hold banners, leaflet, collect petition signatures, etc.
We invite you to join us in vigiling, street theater and other activities we have scheduled to engage, educate and involve citizens in advocacy. Join us in using the Cost of War banners, “What’s the Best Way to Support the Troops?”, “Your Tax Dollars for Sale” Street Theater and other peacemaking tools!

Saturday, July 26 - Bus Trip to Nicodemus, Kansas

The Wyandotte County Democratic Black Caucus sponsors a bus trip to the Annual Homecoming Celebration in Nicodemus. Nicodemus was the first black settlement in Kansas. Bus leaves at 5 am from KCK; returns at 10 pm. The bus trip costs $60 per person. Contact Shirley Ikerd at 788-7330 or Barbara Ikerd at 522-2512 or belbaybee2@aol.com for more information.

July 26 - Brunch reception for Juan Alonzo, 10:00 am,
at Dawn and Mark Fricke's House
15719 Richmond Ave
Belton MO 64012
Juan is a Democratic candidate for the Missouri House in District 123
PLEASE rsvp TO DAWN AT 816-318-1310 OR NOREDYAHOO@GMAIL.COM

THIS IS A DATE CHANGE FROM JULY 19!

July 26 - Juan Alonzo - Creekmore Event

More info to follow.

The Wyandotte County Democrats are sponsoring a booth at the Wyandotte County Fair, to be held at The Woodlands, 9700 Leavenworth Road, from Tuesday, July 29 to Saturday, August 2. Organizing this effort is Hank Chamberlain. To donate, volunteer or for more information, contact him at hank@alliedglassexperts.com or at his work number, 913-287-9200.

Pre-Primary Meet the Candidate Night
The Cass Co. Central Democratic Committee will be sponsoring a “Meet the Candidate” night at the headquarters in Harrisonville on Tuesday, July 29. We will have free hot dogs and invite the public to come in and meet all the Cass Co. candidates prior to the primary election. Please put this on your calendars.

The Wyandotte County Democrats are sponsoring a booth at the Wyandotte County Fair, to be held at The Woodlands, 9700 Leavenworth Road, from Tuesday, July 29 to Saturday, August 2. Organizing this effort is Hank Chamberlain. To donate, volunteer or for more information, contact him at hank@alliedglassexperts.com or at his work number, 913-287-9200.

YOUNG DEMOCRATS TO MEET
NOW is the time to get involved!!
YOUNG DEMOCRATS OF CASS COUNTY
Wednesday, July 30
6:30 – 8:00 pm
at The Cass County Democratic Headquarters
1708 N. Commercial
(across from Casey’s)
Harrisonville, MO
If you would like to make a difference, come out for hot dogs, chips and soda to see how you can get involved in this year’s elections. Meet representatives from the Obama for President campaign, Jay Nixon for Governor campaign, and some great local county candidates.For more information, contact Loree Weber at loree920@aol.com or call 816-289-6646.

The Wyandotte County Democrats are sponsoring a booth at the Wyandotte County Fair, to be held at The Woodlands, 9700 Leavenworth Road, from Tuesday, July 29 to Saturday, August 2. Organizing this effort is Hank Chamberlain. To donate, volunteer or for more information, contact him at hank@alliedglassexperts.com or at his work number, 913-287-9200.

The Democratic Members of the House of Representatives from the Greater Kansas City Area
and the members of the The Missouri House Democratic Campaign Committee
Request Your Presence at the Home of
Tom and Lisa Vansaghi
230 W 61st Street
Kansas City, MO 64113
Thursday, July 31, 2008
5:30 – 7:30pm
Light Appetizers and Beverages Will be Served
Requested Contributions: $50 and up
Your support will help us achieve a Democratic majority in House and change the
direction of our state government!
Please make checks payable to:
Missouri House Democratic Campaign Committee

The Wyandotte County Democrats are sponsoring a booth at the Wyandotte County Fair, to be held at The Woodlands, 9700 Leavenworth Road, from Tuesday, July 29 to Saturday, August 2. Organizing this effort is Hank Chamberlain. To donate, volunteer or for more information, contact him at hank@alliedglassexperts.com or at his work number, 913-287-9200.

The Wyandotte County Democrats are sponsoring a booth at the Wyandotte County Fair, to be held at The Woodlands, 9700 Leavenworth Road, from Tuesday, July 29 to Saturday, August 2. Organizing this effort is Hank Chamberlain. To donate, volunteer or for more information, contact him at hank@alliedglassexperts.com or at his work number, 913-287-9200.

It’s time for some truth about “the war” on terrorism….. Dr. Bob Bowman is highly qualified to be a "Paul Revere" of our times by underscoring the takings of liberties, shredding of our Constitution and to propose solutions for We, the People to take back America. The LA Times described Bowman as "perhaps the best public speaker in America today". Bowman's message resonates with members of both liberal and conservative political viewpoints. His stance on 9/11 truth adds to his complexity--and his credibility. Read Dr. Bob Bowman's qualifications:

VOLUNTEER -
If you would like to spend a day at the fair on Cass County Day and volunteer at the Missouri Democratic Party tent, Jerry Duvall would love to hear from you. Please contact Jerry at 816-331-0095.

A note from Congressman Cleaver:
Tomorrow's Coffee with Cleaver-Brookside
Tomorrow, I will be in Brookside for "Coffee with Cleaver". I am proud this coffee in Brookside marks our 34th monthly Coffee and our second visit to Brookside

At each Coffee, the crowds have grown and the conversations have gotten deeper. I have listened and learned something at every new stop. I cannot tell you how much I enjoy sharing a moment with you. I am sure Saturday morning will be no different.