Here is a message from Tenth Dems Founder and current Lake Dems Chair, Lauren Beth Gash, that we thought you’d be interested in:
As Black History Month comes to an end, we celebrate the 153rd anniversary of the ratification of the 15th Amendment, which barred federal and state governments from denying or abridging the right to vote “on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude.” The month comes to an end, but the fight for equality goes on.
Our country still strives to fulfill Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King’s dream of a “nation [that] will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.” But we still have a long way to go. In states across the country, radical MAGA Republicans are passing laws that make it harder for Black Americans and others to vote, or that dilute their electoral power.
Lake County Democrats will continue to fight for every citizen’s right to vote. We’ll continue to organize, to campaign, and to protest against attempts to limit rights. We’ll keep working to help ensure that everyone who is entitled to vote is allowed to vote and we’ll keep fighting to fulfill Dr. King’s dream. We hope you’re with us in this fight. Democrats know that our diversity is our strength. When we’re united, the politics of division will always fail.
As Dr. King said, “The arc of history is long, but it bends toward justice.” Yes, history bends toward justice. But each one of us should do what we can to help that arc bend faster. There’s a lot more to be done as we work to make the world a better place.
Sincerely,
Lauren Beth Gash, Chair
Lake County Democrats
Here is a message from Tenth Dems Founder and current Lake Dems Chair, Lauren Beth Gash, that we thought you’d be interested in:
As Black History Month comes to an end, we celebrate the 153rd anniversary of the ratification of the 15th Amendment, which barred federal and state governments from denying or abridging the right to vote “on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude.” The month comes to an end, but the fight for equality goes on.
Our country still strives to fulfill Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King’s dream of a “nation [that] will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.” But we still have a long way to go. In states across the country, radical MAGA Republicans are passing laws that make it harder for Black Americans and others to vote, or that dilute their electoral power.
Lake County Democrats will continue to fight for every citizen’s right to vote. We’ll continue to organize, to campaign, and to protest against attempts to limit rights. We’ll keep working to help ensure that everyone who is entitled to vote is allowed to vote and we’ll keep fighting to fulfill Dr. King’s dream. We hope you’re with us in this fight. Democrats know that our diversity is our strength. When we’re united, the politics of division will always fail.
As Dr. King said, “The arc of history is long, but it bends toward justice.” Yes, history bends toward justice. But each one of us should do what we can to help that arc bend faster. There’s a lot more to be done as we work to make the world a better place.
Sincerely,
Lauren Beth Gash, Chair
Lake County Democrats
On Saturday, February 11, join Tenth Dems in Northbrook from 4:00 – 5:00 PM for another edition in our Tenth Dems University’s (TDU) “Let’s Talk Politics”) (LTP) series. This one will be Let’s Talk Politics: The Assault Weapon Ban in Illinois. We’re so happy we’ll be joined by State Representative Bob Morgan and State Senator Julie Morrison, bill sponsors who led the floor debate in their respective chambers, to pass the recently-enacted Assault Weapons Ban.
The event will take place at Max and Benny’s Restaurant and Deli, 461 Waukegan Rd in Northbrook. Doors open at 3:45 PM and the LTP event starts at 4:00 PM. Many of us will be staying after to continue the conversation over dinner. Food will be available for purchase. Admission is free and open to Democrats.
Want to discuss gun violence prevention and what Republicans are doing to try to block it? Click here to RSVP for Let’s Talk Politics in Northbrook on Saturday, February 11th, at Max and Benny’s.
Let’s Talk Politics is a moderated discussion and allows opportunities for Democrats in and around the 10th District to talk about important issues of the day with each other and guests that often include elected officials, candidates, political analysts, and authors.
To RSVP click here.
Hope to see you there!
