ACTIVISTS TAKE IT TO MORAN

A number of long-time Democrats met at the home of Linda Laird to discuss current issues. As a result several attendees visited the Hutchinson office of Sen-elect/Representative Jerry Moran to voice their concerns. Items addressed included the "Millionaire Bailout"/repeal of DADT/rising costs of health care. Local, state and national officials need to know that we are constituents as well and demand their attention. Actions such as this, writing a letter or making a phone call have an impact. Spurred on by rant radio/FOX and the Tea Party, extremists have used these tactics to make their presence known. It's time for Progressive, Liberal Democrats to take up these tools and learn to use them effectively.

MEET THE ENERGIZED DONKEY

We're here! We're motivated! We're not going away! It's very likely voters will soon suffer from a huge case of election remorse. The reality of the results of the 2010 election will become clear and we're going to be ready for the fallout. An effort is already underway to recruit candidates and events are in the planning stage to make Reno County Democrats bigger and better than ever. The odds may be against us but when you know your principles are right you just don't quit. The Kansas 101st District Representative from Reno County has given the public a good look at just what the GOP and extreme conservatives are all about with his actions, spreading lies and discrimination via an e-mail. Watch for coming events and attend the monthly meetings to stay informed and involved as we move forward.

GOP WINS - KANSAS LOSES

It wasn't the results we had hoped for. Across the state, across the nation the power of money from special interests, a sorry lack of accurate information and a combination of voter apathy and anger shook the foundations of government and incumbants. We can be proud of the campaigns mounted by Kansas Democrats. Obviously being on the right side of issues doesn't always translate into winning. In an interesting development several of the GOP candidates booked space at the Anchor Inn alongside the Election Night Democratic Party. They ate and left as the reporters and photographers from the Hutch News stayed on to talk with RCDems. Best lesson of the night, hold your head high and be proud of standing up for what you believe in. Our congratulations to the fine Democratic candidates we supported - our sympathies to Kansas at the loss of outstanding public servants that served the state and the political process so well.

IN IT TO THE END!

Democratic headquarters was a beehive of activity on the last Saturday prior to the election. About a dozen volunteers showed up to make last minute calls in support of candidates and to encourage voters to go to the poles. Though the reports from polls don't look promising, Reno County Democrats don't give up easily. And there's always that next opportunity on the horizon.