CONTRIBUTE TO OUR FEDERAL PAC
BE A MEMBER OR OUR CHAIRMAN’S CLUB WITH A DONATION OF $1000 OR $2000. We now have an ActBlue button on the column to contribute to our Federal PAC. Your contibutions help us elect good Democrats Statewide. Thanks for your continued support and interest in the Virginia Partisans Gay and Lesbian Democratic Club. We support the GLBT community in Virginia by helping elect Democrats who will support us and our issues.
DEMOCRATS ARE FAR MORE SUPPORTIVE OF GLBT EQUALITY
Democrats support the expansion of GLBT civil rights, introduced legislation to add sexual orientation to the hate crimes statues, introduced legislation to protect GLBT Virginians from discrimination in employment, housing and public accomodations. Time after time Democrats prove they are the party that can be trusted to stand up for GLBT rights. So as a community we must invest in electing Democrats, and that means time and money.
In 2009 we need to elect just six more Democrats to the Virginia House of Delegates in order to take over as the Majority Party in the House of Delegates. Two years ago we helped turn the Virginia Senate Democratic Blue. Last year we helped elect Barack Obama as President of the United States with a Democratic win in Virginia. Now in 2009 we need to keep that Democratic movement going strong.
We need your support as a $2000 Super Hero, $1000 Hero, $500 Patron, $250 Benefactor, $150 sponsor or a $100 Steward. Your contributions help us elect good Democrats across the Commonwealth.
Contribute today by sending a check payable to the Virginia Partisans to POB 6243 Arlington VA 22206-0243
Mark Warner Attends Partisans Summer 2008 Cookout
Tom Osborne Partisans Treasurer introduced former Governor Mark Warner at the Partisans Summer Cookout in August 2008. Mark Warner spent time discussing issues wth guests before making remarks. Also in attendance was Congressman Jim Moran, Alexandria Mayor Bill Euille, State Delegate Adam Ebbin, State Senator Patsy Ticer, Arlington School Board Member Sally Baird and Falls Church City Committee Member Lawrence Webb.
Your 2009 Virginia Partisans Gay and Lesbian Democratic Club Board
The Virginia Partisans Gay and Lesbian Democratic Club announce the 2008 2009
Board of Directors as follows:
Charley Conrad President
Alexandra Beninda Vice President
Andrew Mackenzie Secretary
Mark Hindin Assistant Secretary
Tom Osborne Treasurer
Open Assistant Treasurer
Brandon Beale At Large for Youth Outreach
Brian Boyce Richmond Chapter Chair
Lela Graham Charlottesville Chapter Chair
Jason Robinson Tidewater Chapter Chair
Sean Holihan At Large for State Legislative Liaison
Toby Quaranta At Large
Terry Mansberger At Large
Nick Benton At Large
Kris McLaughlin At Large for Membership and Events
The Roanoke Chapter Chair position is still open. We need someone from Roanoke to step up and take the late Sam Garrison’s space on the Virginia Partisans Board. We have been recruiting in the Roanoke area without success.
PAC Board Vivian Paige, Tom Osborne, Lela Graham, Sean Holihan, and Charley Conrad will form the five member Political Action Committee (PAC Board) of the Virginia
Partisans Gay and Lesbian Democratic Club.
The Virginia Partisans Gay and Lesbian Democratic is an official constituency group before the Democratic Party of Virginia. Charley Conrad represents the
Virginia Partisans before the Democratic Party of Virginia.
Virginia Partisans Executive Board
Charley Conrad - President
Alexandria Beninda - Vice President
Treasurer - Tom Osborne
Secretary - Andrew Mackenzie
Assistant Secretary - Mark Hindin
Senator Jim Webb Attends Virginia Partisans 2007 Fall Fund Raiser
picture: Senator Jim Webb addressing the crowd and announcing his support of the Matthew Shepherd Hate Crimes Act and ENDA.
Senator Jim Webb attended the Va Partisans Fall Fund Raiser at the home of Jay Fisette on Wednesday September 26th. Over 200 gathered to hear remarks by Arlington County Board Member Jay Fisette, Va Partisans President Charley Conrad, State Senator Mary Margaret Whipple, and State Delegate Adam Ebbin. Senator Webb spoke about “basic fairness” for our community and announced his support for the Matthew Shepherd Hate Crimes Act and the Employment Non Discrimination Act (ENDA). Thanks to the efforts of Jay Fisette, the Fall Fund Raiser was one of our most successful events. The money raised went directly to support the State Democratic Senate and House Caucuses and targeted Democratic Candidates in the November Election. This was a great contribution to the statewide efforts by the Democratic Party of Virginia to take majority control of the State Senate and House of Delegates. Thanks to all who attended and contributed to this very important cause.
Arlington School Board Candidate Abby Raphael, Arlington Commissioner of Revenue Ingrid Morroy and Activist John Michel enjoying the event.
Senator Jim Webb and County Board Member Jay Fisette
Jay Fisette, Charley Conrad, Delegate Adam Ebbin and Senator Mary Margaret Whipple
Governor Kaine Joins Partisans in 2007 for 15th Anniversary
Governor Kaine helped celebrate the Partisan 15th Anniversary at the home or Mark Weinress and Tom Donegan on Saturday June 30th. This was the first time a sitting Governor attended a Partisans event. It was a great day or food, fellowship, fun and politics. Thanks to all who attend and celebrated with us.
Virginia Partisans Helped in 2006 to Elect Senator Jim Webb
Here are some of the reasons why:
- Webb believes that the government’s influence stops at our front foor absent a compelling reason to come inside.
- Webb opposes amendments to both the U.S. and Virginia constitutions which would prohibit same sex marriage. Webb highlighted his opposition to the proposed Virginia constitutional amendment in his victory speech on primary election night.
2006 Partisans Barbeque w/ Gov. Warner
Virginia Partisans Gratefully Thanks our Sponsors- Click here for a list
Many thanks to the 120 plus Partisans members and supporters who turned out for our 2006 BBQ. Our special guest was Former Governor Mark Warner who received the President’s Award from the Va Partisans for outstanding contributions to ALL Virginians. Senate Candidate Jim Webb also spoke to the crowd and as well as Congressman Jim Moran.