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MARK YOUR CALENDAR: 2013 Endorsement Meeting!
Tuesday, August 27th. 6:30 p.m.
St. Luke’s Church – 1737 Hillandale Rd.
All members are eligible and encouraged to attend. You may join at the door, however, only those who have been members 30 days or more are allowed to vote per the PA-PAC bylaws.
Our decision making process will be better with YOU in attendance!
BUT FIRST…Come To a PA Candidate Mixer!
Wednesday, August 21st, 5:30-7 p.m.
Motorco Garage – 723 Geer Street
We want you to get to know the candidates…but more importantly, we want the candidates to get to know YOU!
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PA Endorses Don Moffitt for Council Vacancy
DURHAM PEOPLE’S ALLIANCE PAC ENDORSES MOFFITT FOR CITY COUNCIL WARD 3 VACANCY
At its meeting Thursday, December 6, the Durham People’s Alliance endorsed Don Moffitt for appointment to the Ward 3 City Council seat soon to be vacated by Mike Woodard. Woodard will resign the seat effective December 31 in order to take his new post in the North Carolina Senate. The city council will appoint someone to finish the remaining year of Woodard’s incomplete term, then Durham voters will decide who will fill the Ward 3 seat in the 2013 council elections.
Moffitt is one of four applicants vying to fill the vacancy. The other three are Anita Daniels, Edward Kwon, and Jason Melehani. Of these, only Daniels and Moffitt actively pursued the People’s Alliance PAC endorsement by completing candidate questionnaires and meeting with the organization’s leaders. After an hour of debate Thursday night, the PAC’s members voted to endorse Moffitt.
During discussions it became clear that People’s Alliance members want someone who, like Woodard, will earn the trust and respect of the whole Durham community. Moffitt was praised for his ability to move between activist groups and the business community. “In Don, the savvy of the chamber of commerce and the progressive’s desire for economic and social justice come neatly together.” said PA PAC coordinator Tom Miller. Moffitt has a degree in architecture from the University of Texas and an MBA from the Keenan-Flagler Business School at UNC. He was for many years an executive of Whole Foods and oversaw the company’s expansion into North Carolina and the southeast. Currently Don is a business consultant with a client list that includes local businesses in Durham and Chapel Hill, regional players such as Capitol Broadcasting in Raleigh, and national giants like Whole Foods and General Mills. At the same time, Don has been active in Durham non-profits. He has been the president of the Eno River Association and recently served as that organization’s treasurer. He is also a former president of the Durham People’s Alliance. “Wherever Don has been involved, he has used his business experience to put the group on a sound organizational and financial footing.” said Milo Pyne, who shares PA PAC’s gavel with Miller. “If Don is appointed to fill Mike’s unexpired city council term, I expect him to be a serious watchdog over the public’s money.” Pyne added.
Moffitt served two terms on the City-County Planning Commission, considered by many to be a stepping stone to council service. There he quickly earned a reputation for patient fairness not only among the citizens who appeared before the Commission, but also among his fellow commission members who twice elected him to chair the body. Don often led the commission through a code-based analysis of the merits of sometimes contentious zoning cases. This leadership through patience, knowledge, and trust makes a strong argument in favor of Moffitt’s bid for the Ward 3 council appointment.
On the issues, Moffitt’s questionnaire responses indicate that he is well-informed and ready to step into the council’s business. “Don’s positions on thorny problems, like the need for low-income housing and the extension of water and sewer services beyond the boundaries set out in Durham’s comprehensive plans show not only knowledge, but a thoughtful decisiveness.” said Miller. “Don is not someone who just repeats back to people what he thinks they want to hear. He is methodical. He studies. He listens. He applies his considerable skills. And then he decides. When he decides, he can tell you the reasons and they always make sense.” Miller continued. “But he is not doctrinaire. This is the practical, business side in him coming out. As chair of the Planning Commission we frequently saw Don not only urging zoning opponents to compromise, but suggesting to them the areas where compromise might satisfy both sides.”
According to Milo Pyne, “Few people are better prepared as Don Moffitt to hit the ground running as a city an appointed city council member. Durham People’s Alliance PAC urges the City Council to appoint Don at its earliest opportunity. The community will not regret it.” Longtime PA member Mark Hellman added, “Don has the same position on a number of important issues as the Council member he would replace. So I hope the Council will honor Mike Woodard's work by appointing the candidate who can best continue it.”
The People’s Alliance and its PAC have been active in Durham political life for nearly 40 years. Candidate endorsements are made by the members of the organization in a democratic process where every member who desires to speak is guaranteed the right to do so. In preparation for endorsement debates, the PAC researches candidates’ backgrounds and challenges them on the issues with interviews and questionnaires.
Click to read Don Moffitt and Anita Daniels PA-PAC Questionnaires.
At its meeting Thursday, December 6, the Durham People’s Alliance endorsed Don Moffitt for appointment to the Ward 3 City Council seat soon to be vacated by Mike Woodard. Woodard will resign the seat effective December 31 in order to take his new post in the North Carolina Senate. The city council will appoint someone to finish the remaining year of Woodard’s incomplete term, then Durham voters will decide who will fill the Ward 3 seat in the 2013 council elections.
Moffitt is one of four applicants vying to fill the vacancy. The other three are Anita Daniels, Edward Kwon, and Jason Melehani. Of these, only Daniels and Moffitt actively pursued the People’s Alliance PAC endorsement by completing candidate questionnaires and meeting with the organization’s leaders. After an hour of debate Thursday night, the PAC’s members voted to endorse Moffitt.
During discussions it became clear that People’s Alliance members want someone who, like Woodard, will earn the trust and respect of the whole Durham community. Moffitt was praised for his ability to move between activist groups and the business community. “In Don, the savvy of the chamber of commerce and the progressive’s desire for economic and social justice come neatly together.” said PA PAC coordinator Tom Miller. Moffitt has a degree in architecture from the University of Texas and an MBA from the Keenan-Flagler Business School at UNC. He was for many years an executive of Whole Foods and oversaw the company’s expansion into North Carolina and the southeast. Currently Don is a business consultant with a client list that includes local businesses in Durham and Chapel Hill, regional players such as Capitol Broadcasting in Raleigh, and national giants like Whole Foods and General Mills. At the same time, Don has been active in Durham non-profits. He has been the president of the Eno River Association and recently served as that organization’s treasurer. He is also a former president of the Durham People’s Alliance. “Wherever Don has been involved, he has used his business experience to put the group on a sound organizational and financial footing.” said Milo Pyne, who shares PA PAC’s gavel with Miller. “If Don is appointed to fill Mike’s unexpired city council term, I expect him to be a serious watchdog over the public’s money.” Pyne added.
Moffitt served two terms on the City-County Planning Commission, considered by many to be a stepping stone to council service. There he quickly earned a reputation for patient fairness not only among the citizens who appeared before the Commission, but also among his fellow commission members who twice elected him to chair the body. Don often led the commission through a code-based analysis of the merits of sometimes contentious zoning cases. This leadership through patience, knowledge, and trust makes a strong argument in favor of Moffitt’s bid for the Ward 3 council appointment.
On the issues, Moffitt’s questionnaire responses indicate that he is well-informed and ready to step into the council’s business. “Don’s positions on thorny problems, like the need for low-income housing and the extension of water and sewer services beyond the boundaries set out in Durham’s comprehensive plans show not only knowledge, but a thoughtful decisiveness.” said Miller. “Don is not someone who just repeats back to people what he thinks they want to hear. He is methodical. He studies. He listens. He applies his considerable skills. And then he decides. When he decides, he can tell you the reasons and they always make sense.” Miller continued. “But he is not doctrinaire. This is the practical, business side in him coming out. As chair of the Planning Commission we frequently saw Don not only urging zoning opponents to compromise, but suggesting to them the areas where compromise might satisfy both sides.”
According to Milo Pyne, “Few people are better prepared as Don Moffitt to hit the ground running as a city an appointed city council member. Durham People’s Alliance PAC urges the City Council to appoint Don at its earliest opportunity. The community will not regret it.” Longtime PA member Mark Hellman added, “Don has the same position on a number of important issues as the Council member he would replace. So I hope the Council will honor Mike Woodard's work by appointing the candidate who can best continue it.”
The People’s Alliance and its PAC have been active in Durham political life for nearly 40 years. Candidate endorsements are made by the members of the organization in a democratic process where every member who desires to speak is guaranteed the right to do so. In preparation for endorsement debates, the PAC researches candidates’ backgrounds and challenges them on the issues with interviews and questionnaires.
Click to read Don Moffitt and Anita Daniels PA-PAC Questionnaires.
Election Night Results Party
Thanks for all your hard work this year! After your final volunteer shift of the 2012 Election on Tuesday, come down to Motorco to Celebrate with friends!
The party will get started after the polls close. PA will provide food and entertainment for our volunteers and supporters at Motorco, and we'll watch results on the big screen. Next door at Fullsteam, Durham for Obama will be watching live results. Down the street at The Bar DFO will be rocking too. The 700 Block of Rigsbee is Election Night Central!
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE DETAILS!
The party will get started after the polls close. PA will provide food and entertainment for our volunteers and supporters at Motorco, and we'll watch results on the big screen. Next door at Fullsteam, Durham for Obama will be watching live results. Down the street at The Bar DFO will be rocking too. The 700 Block of Rigsbee is Election Night Central!
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND MORE DETAILS!
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Poll work is a great opportunity to encourage and educate voters on about all of the choices on the ballot. Many voters this cycle will show up for the sole purpose of voting for President Obama. We need to make sure they know about ALL the critical choices and races on their ballot - from Walter Dalton and Linda Coleman to County Commissioners and the CRITICAL non-partisan judicial races on the back of the ballot. We want to make sure every voter steps into that booth prepared to vote in all contests. Many voters will appreciate our information on progressive candidates and want our materials for themselves, families, coworkers & friends.
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Early Vote shifts are our top priority. The Obama for America campaign will be pushing all new registrants and less-regular voters to vote early.
Before you go, please read these rules about campaigning at election sites. Information such as this and other poll work instructions will be included with your materials.
HAVE MORE QUESTIONS? Watch this training video to see if this job is right for you! We need you!
PA Announces Final 2012 Endorsements
PA held our final 2012 endorsement meeting on Monday, Sept. 24th. Our full list of our 2012 endorsements is now available, as well as important election and early vote information.
Vote October 11 for Bill Bell, Eugene Brown, Diane Catotti, and Steve Schewel!
Be sure to vote in the 2011 Primary! Early Voting begins September 22nd and closes on October 8th. Election Day is October 11th. Be sure to vote for all three council candidates.
Check out our attractive Primary Endorsement Card. We raised funds to print and distribute this to over 5,000 likely voting households for the Primary. We are still raising funds for our General Election card. If you'd like to contribute, please fill out our contribution card and mail it, along with check to PA-PAC, P.O. Box 3221, Durham, NC 27715.
Mayor Bill Bell has provided steady political leadership for the City of Durham, and has presided over a period of growth and economic revitalization. His approach is sensible and effective. Even in a period of economic downturn, Durham’s transformation while Bill has been mayor has been nothing short of remarkable.Few can match his record of public service. He should be re-elected for another term.
Diane Catotti is the anchor of the progressive viewpoint on Council. She will continue to work for affordable housing, thoughtful and balanced development, transit, and improvement of roads, parks, and other services. In her two terms on the council she has established herself as someone who does her homework and who is alwaysready for hard work. We are happy to endorse her re-election.
Steve Schewel is a committed, thoughtful, and practical progressive. He is an educator, a journalist, and a businessman. His Independent Weekly has long provided special insight into Durham affairs—always quick to cheer our successes and shine light on our difficulties. He is dedicated to community service and as an elected leader he will not shrink from tough decisions. As a member of the Durham School Board his patient and respectful style brought peace to a body paralyzed with infi ghting and got it working again. Count on Steve to work to improve neighborhoods at risk and to enhance programs and opportunities for Durham’s youth and those most in need. His run for council is a stroke of good fortune for the community.
Eugene Brown is an independent voice on Council and provides a significant viewpoint on issues of fiscal responsibility. He asks hard questions and makes sure important issues get aired. As the owner of a successful real estate business, he knows Durham and is a jealous guardian of the community’s welfare, special heritage, and reputation. Gene is an advocate for neighborhoods and growth when it makes sense. He deserves another term.
These three candidates will become part of a strong team that will help formulate progressive policies for Durham in these fiscally challenging times.
Check out our attractive Primary Endorsement Card. We raised funds to print and distribute this to over 5,000 likely voting households for the Primary. We are still raising funds for our General Election card. If you'd like to contribute, please fill out our contribution card and mail it, along with check to PA-PAC, P.O. Box 3221, Durham, NC 27715.
Mayor Bill Bell has provided steady political leadership for the City of Durham, and has presided over a period of growth and economic revitalization. His approach is sensible and effective. Even in a period of economic downturn, Durham’s transformation while Bill has been mayor has been nothing short of remarkable.Few can match his record of public service. He should be re-elected for another term.
Diane Catotti is the anchor of the progressive viewpoint on Council. She will continue to work for affordable housing, thoughtful and balanced development, transit, and improvement of roads, parks, and other services. In her two terms on the council she has established herself as someone who does her homework and who is alwaysready for hard work. We are happy to endorse her re-election.
Steve Schewel is a committed, thoughtful, and practical progressive. He is an educator, a journalist, and a businessman. His Independent Weekly has long provided special insight into Durham affairs—always quick to cheer our successes and shine light on our difficulties. He is dedicated to community service and as an elected leader he will not shrink from tough decisions. As a member of the Durham School Board his patient and respectful style brought peace to a body paralyzed with infi ghting and got it working again. Count on Steve to work to improve neighborhoods at risk and to enhance programs and opportunities for Durham’s youth and those most in need. His run for council is a stroke of good fortune for the community.
Eugene Brown is an independent voice on Council and provides a significant viewpoint on issues of fiscal responsibility. He asks hard questions and makes sure important issues get aired. As the owner of a successful real estate business, he knows Durham and is a jealous guardian of the community’s welfare, special heritage, and reputation. Gene is an advocate for neighborhoods and growth when it makes sense. He deserves another term.
These three candidates will become part of a strong team that will help formulate progressive policies for Durham in these fiscally challenging times.