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Sharon Sanders Named Dean of TDU

We are pleased to announce that Sharon Sanders of Northbrook has been named Dean of Tenth Dems University (TDU). This program’s free courses and events offer a chance to become a more-informed voter as well as a more active and effective political volunteer. They also teach skills that political candidates can use. sharon sanders

Sharon Sanders has been a long-time volunteer and an integral part of Tenth Dems. She was named Rosenblit Volunteer of the Year in 2010. A former teacher and small business owner, Sharon has helped run our “Let’s Talk Politics” current events series, and many know her as an active progressive volunteer for important causes.

Deputy Voter Registrar Training in Waukegan

When: Thursday, July 16, 2015, at 6:00 PM

Where: Tenth Dems Community Connection, 118 N. Genesee ST., Waukegan, IL

What: A training for deputy voter registrars will be held. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and registered to vote in Lake County. This training is available to all those wishing to register new voters.  The training itself is less than an hour.

This training is being held through the County Clerk’s Office and is free of charge.

To RSVP, click here, e-mail volunteers@tenthdems.org, or call 847-266-VOTE (8683).

Deputy Voter Registrar Training in Highland Park

When: Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at 7:00 PM

Where: Moraine Township Democratic Organization, 474 Central AVE., Suite 200, Highland Park, IL

What: A training for deputy voter registrars will be held.  Participants must be at least 18 years of age and registered to vote in Lake County.  This training is available to all those wishing to register new voters.  The training itself is less than an hour.

This training is being held by the County Clerk’s Office and is free of charge.

To RSVP, click here, e-mail volunteers@tenthdems.org, or call 847-266-VOTE (8683).

Tenth Dems University (TDU) “Let’s Talk Politics” with “Unlock Congress” Author Michael Golden

When: Thursday, June 11, 2015 from 7:00 – 8:30pm

Where: The RAM Restaurant and Brewery, 700 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, IL

What: This continuation of the TDU moderated series “Let’s Talk Politics” features author Michael Golden discussing his new book, “Unlock Congress: Reform the Rules – Restore the System.”  He proposes political reforms to break Washington gridlock.

TDU’s “Let’s Talk Politics” series provides opportunities for Democrats, liberals, and progressives in and around the 10th District to converse about important issues of the day with each other and with guests who often include elected officials, candidates, political analysts, and authors.

Admission is free.

To RSVP click here, email events@tenthdems.org or phone 847-266-VOTE (8683)

 

Shaping Our Democracy: A Conversation with the Honorable Abner J. Mikva and Sen. Adlai Stevenson III

When:  Monday, April 13, 2015 at 7:00 pm

Where:  Highland Park Public Library, 494 Laurel Ave., Highland Park, IL 60035

What: The Tenth Congressional District Democrats and Tenth Dems University present Civic Action for a New Generation.  The Hon. Abner J. Mikva and Sen. Adlai Stevenson III will talk about the Mikva Challenge and the Adlai Stevenson Center on Democracy.  Students from the Mikva Challenge program at Stevenson High School will share their experiences and reflections.

The Tenth Dems appear to have reached capacity for this event.

RSVP for wait list: https://tenthdems.org/Mikva-Stevenson