GOOD NEWS ABOUT DEMOCRATS
MARCH 16, 2017
ANSON COUNTY CHAIR VANCINE STURDIVANT
COMES HOME FROM THE HOSPITAL!
Democrats across the state are celebrating the news that Anson County Democratic Chair
Vancine Sturdivant has come home from the UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill after a terrible car
accident. Vancine was on the way to the beauty shop on March 9th when she was hit by a wrong
way driver who died instantly. The wreck broke many bones in her chest and she had multiple
injuries. She was transported to Chapel Hill by helicopter.
So many people called her that her room had to be removed from the Hospital’s phone list!
She needed to rest and recover.
Mrs. Vancine is not only the Anson County Democratic Party Chair, she is also
a popular County Commissioner. However, she spends the greatest amount of time helping needy
families. She is the founder and CEO of the Faith-Based Center of Hope through which
she provides school supplies, school uniforms, feeds the homeless, elderly, sick and shut ins.
Even a Charlotte television station has reported on how she helps family after family.
Since 2011 she has headed up the Anson County “Toys for Tots” drive
which has provided toys for more than 3,000 children each Christmas.
Last Christmas her drive provided toys for more than 3,700 children!
Vancine and her Democratic team have carried Anson County for the entire
Democratic ticket in every election for many years!
On Tuesday night, Mrs. Vancine said: “To God be the glory. After being involved in a head on
collision, I am home! Even with the broken ribs and the severe bruises,
I am fine. To survive this experience is nothing but the hands of God.
Everyone has been great. I thank God for everyone who called, texted, visited,
sent flowers, and especially sent up prayers.
This valiant Democrat’s email is: [email protected].
CHIMNEY ROCK PRECINCT ORGANIZED FOR THE FIRST TIME IN YEARS!
Chimney Rock is one of North Carolina’s most visited tourist attractions.
Now it is an organized Democratic Precinct!
31 patriotic citizens gathered at the Mountains Branch Library on March 6th to enjoy
getting their precinct organized to fight for Democratic victories.
This strong lineup of Officers was elected:
Precinct Board Member Bill Frykberg, Chair Jim Proctor, Vice Chair Esther Lusk,
Board Member Kellie Kovach, and Secretary/Treasurer Ken Jordan.
FIRST LADY KRISTIN COOPER HOSTS DEMOCRATIC WOMEN!
What a gracious First Lady! Kristin Cooper invited everyone who was attending the Raleigh
meeting of the Southern Region of the National Federation of Democratic Women
to be her guests at the Executive Mansion on the evening of March 10 th.
Wake DW Vice President Cindy Sinkez is with Kristin in the picture on the left.
Pictured on the right: Ann Huggins, Susan Smith, Joyce Mitchell on the front row.
On the second row: Betsy Wells, Brenda Pollard, and Linda Gunter
State Young Democrats President Timothy
State DW Secretary Brenda Rivas-Diaz and her
Webster was a Speaker at the DW meeting
husband, 7th Congressional District Chair
Francisco Rivas-Diaz
Brenda Pollard with former State DW
Elegant Duplin Democratic Women at the Mansion:
President Barbara Faison
Thomasina Williams and Marzella Morrisey
The Delegates gave a gift and special recognition to the only North Carolinian
to ever be President of the National Federation of Democratic Women,
Angie Elkins of Durham!
Angie represented the NFDW on the Democratic National Committee for 20 years!
Sharon Castleberry, Angie Elkins with Brenda
Gigi Gunter with First Lady Kristin Cooper
STATE CHAIR WAYNE GOODWIN KEYNOTES
“POOR MAN’S DINNER IN UNION COUNTY!”
Tiffany Wilson and Matt Alexander welcomed Wayne Goodwin to the
Old Armory Community Center in Monroe.
Every odd-numbered year the
Democrats of Union County
hold a “Poor Man’s Dinner.”
The menu was Pinto Beans,
Boiled Cabbage, Corn Bread,
& a Desert!
State Chair Wayne Goodwin
took attendees minds off the
skimpy menu with
a fiery speech, motivating
them to achieve
great things!
UNION DOES ITS PART!
County Chair Nancy Rorie
(blue dress on right)
and all the Union Precinct
Chairs happily presented
to Wayne a check for
100% of Union County’s
2017 Sustaining Fund!
EVERYONE IS INVITED TO
RON SANYAL NIGHT
6:00PM – 7:00PM
THIS SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 2017
THE GOODWIN HOUSE
220 HILLSBOROUGH STREET, RALEIGH
PEOPLE OF GOODWILL
ARE COMING FROM ALL OVER THE STATE
TO UPLIFT AND SUPPORT
RON IN HIS BATTLE WITH
STAGE FOUR LUNG CANCER.
WE DEMOCRATS ARE A FAMILY!
RECORD CROWDS CONTINUE TO FILL BRUNSWICK MEETINGS!
State Representative Deborah Butler of New Hanover and NCDP 2nd Vice Chair Matt Hughes
addressed an overflow crowd at the March 9th meeting of the Brunswick County Democratic
Party at their Headquarters in Bolivia. So many people came that the Party had to
have parking attendants to direct traffic as the cars entered!
Rep. Butler talked about her fight against the oppressive GOP bills in Raleigh
WE’LL SAY IT AGAIN:
BRUNSWICK HAS ORGANIZED ALL 26 OF ITS 26 PRECINCTS!
Congratulations to County Chair Janis Simmons and all the Democrats of Brunswick County!
Matt Hughes talked about the strong efforts that the State Party is making to assist local parties,
provide information, answer questions, and listen to what local Democrats are saying.
ANNE EVANGELISTA FOR YOUNG DEMOCRATS
PIEDMONT REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT!
ANNE’S PLATFORM!
INCLUDE:
It’s time to include and welcome all people who are interested in joining our organization,
especially young people who are new to political activities.
EMPOWER:
Our members should be empowered to effect change in their community through
the resources, knowledge, and experience they gain from involvement in YDNC.
LISTEN:
It is imperative that YDNC be responsive to the needs of its county chapters
and that Regional Vice President are accessible and transparent.
You may write to Anne at: [email protected]
ZACK HAWKINS HEADLINES DURHAM EVENT!
Zack Hawkins presented a dynamic speech teaching men
how to effectively make their voices heard in the political atmosphere of 2017.
His March 7th speech to the Men’s Think Tank of Durham was entitled
“Political Awareness And Mobilization.”
Zack is an expert on political strategies.
Here are some of the political positions in which he has served:
President of the Young Democrats of North Carolina
Third Vice Chair of the North Carolina Democratic Party
Second Vice Chair of the North Carolina Democratic Party
First Vice Chair of the North Carolina Democratic Party
Some of the attendees at the Men’s Think Tank of Durham
joined Zack for this picture.
OVERFLOW FORSYTH DEMOCRATIC CROWD
NOMINATES NEW LEADERS!
The Forsyth County Democratic Executive Committee met on March 14th to nominate a new
County Commissioner and to make nominations for the Forsyth Board of Elections.
As you can see, there were about as many people standing as could find seats.
The five Democrats who are standing at the front of the room
were candidates to replace County Commissioner Walter Marshall who died recently.
The business at this packed
Executive Committee meeting
was conducted by
Forsyth County Democratic Party
Chair Eric Ellison.
The Executive Committee selected Fleming El-Amin as their nominee for County Commissioner.
Fleming served as Forsyth County Party Chair for four years
and he resigned from his position on the Forsyth Board of Elections to run for Commissioner.
He is a native of Winston-Salem and he is a retired school teacher.
After his appointment is approved by the Board of County Commissioners
he will serve the remainder of Walter Marshall’s term which will end in December, 2018.
The Executive Committee then voted for two nominees to send to Governor Roy Cooper
to fill Fleming El-Amin’s seat on the Forsyth Board of Elections.
Governor Cooper will select between Susan Campbell and Robert Durrah
who were named first and second choice by the Executive Committee.
The pictures for this article were received from Katie Hall and Anne Wilson.
EVERYONE IS INVITED TO
FIRST ANNUAL BURKE COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY
BLUE GALA!
7:00PM – 10:00PM
Saturday, April 29, 2017
City of Morganton Municipal Auditorium
401 College Street, Morganton, North Carol0ina 28655
Join Burke County Democrats for a fabulous night of dancing,
hors d’oeuvres, craft beer and Special Wine Punch
to benefit the Burke County Democratic Party.
- Silent Auction of amazing pieces
- Surprises
- Talent
Ticket: $50 in Advance
Become a Sponsor for $1,000, $500, $250, or $100.
RSVP To: [email protected]
YADKIN COUNTY DEMOCRATS!
This picture shows Yadkin County Democratic Party Chair Larry Vestal
standing on the left as he conducted the March 14th meeting of the Yadkin Democrats.
The meeting was held at Theo’s Restaurant in Jonesville and it focused on
planning for the upcoming County Convention.
Fifth District Democratic Party Chair Charlie Wallin was a special guest.
Walter Smith gave an update on State Democratic Party activities.
Roy Thomasson from Surry County discussed upcoming opportunities for
several counties to join together promote the Democratic cause.
DEMOCRATS AT AG AWARENESS DAY AT THE LEGISLATURE!
Walter Smith is everywhere! Here Walter is with Harnett County Democrat
Alan Longman at “Agriculture Awareness Day” at the NC General Assembly in Raleigh.
Hundreds of farmers and other agricultural stakeholders flooded the
legislature to call attention to issues that are important to them.
This picture was sent by Elizabeth Crudup who says:
“Walter Smith really knows the business of agriculture!”
Your Democratic Friend,
Melvin Williams, Secretary
North Carolina Democratic Party
Send Your GOOD NEWS To Me At:
[email protected]