Election Inspectors Needed in Houghton County

Election Inspectors Needed in Houghton County

ELECTION WORKERS ARE NEEDED FOR THE AUGUST PRIMARY AND NOVEMBER GENERAL ELECTIONS.

Becoming an election worker is a great way to support the democratic process in your local community.

Election workers are hired, paid, and trained local government workers who assist with running local elections.

During an election, Houghton County needs a staff of paid and skilled election workers, called election inspectors, to assist voters and help process ballots. Anyone in Houghton County can be trained to serve as an Election Inspector in Houghton County. Houghton County Clerk Jennifer Kelly will provide training in May. The training takes about an hour. Training info below -

ELECTION INSPECTOR TRAINING

Friday, May 10th at 1:00 p.m.

Franklin Township Hall

An Election Inspector Application form is available here. To apply for the training, download, complete and submit this form to your local City/Township Clerk (use this search tool if you need help to find your local clerk). NOTE: You must declare a party on this form because State Law requires a balance of party affiliation among the Election Inspectors at each poll. It doesn't mean that you must be a member of a party, just that you identify with one of the parties.

If you’d like to learn more about what it means to be an election worker, view these Frequently Asked Questions from the Michigan Department of State.

Rural Organizing Training Available from the Michigan People’s Campaign

A fantastic Houghton-based training opportunity is available from our friends at the Michigan People's Campaign. If you'd like to come together with like-minded folks to learn how to organize to win the justice our communities deserve, then take advantage of this FREE training. The first of three sessions is THIS SATURDAY. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.mobilize.us/mipeoplecampaign/event/610290/

Campaign Ads for Biden / Harris - I’m With Joe

The Presidential election campaign season is really heating up now that both the Republican and Democratic lead candidates have crossed the threshold to achieving enough delegates to win their parties nominations.

Now as President Biden and Vice President Harris are criss-crossing the country campaigning, their team is also busy producing some effective advertising. Many of the ads are targeted at critical states, and Michigan is one of them. You’ve likely seen some of these, but below is a selection of recent campaign ads that are driving home President Biden’s message.

The ad “Only One Choice” is running concurrently in Spanish and English and is aimed at a Latino audience.

The ad “For You” pokes fun at the President’s age while highlighting his successes over his first term.

The ad “Flatline” reminds voters of Donald Trump’s history of trying to repeal Obamacare and take health insurance away from millions of Americans.

Finally, here’s a couple of ads from unions endorsing the President. First from the United Steelworkers:

And this ad with a Michigan focus from LiUNA, the Laborers' International Union of North America:

Spring Fling Tickets - Get Yours Today!

Join your friends who’ve already purchased their tickets for our annual Spring Fling event on Saturday, April 20th, from 5 to 8 PM. We’ll be at the Bonfire at the Continental Fire Co. in Houghton. We’d love to see you there.

TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE THROUGH ACTBLUE.

The event is also posted on Facebook. Feel free to share the event with your Facebook friends - the link to purchase tickets is available on Facebook as well.

Ticket prices this year will again be $50, with Student tickets available at $40.

The Spring Fling is a great way to meet up and converse with fellow Democrats and progressive voters while listening to elected officials who represent you, and learning first hand about candidates who are looking for your support.

The Fling is also one of our largest fundraising events each year, and in an election year your support is especially important.

REQUEST FOR SILENT AUCTION ITEMS

Do you have an item or items you are willing to donate to our Spring Fling Silent Auction. Past items have included gift baskets, original crafts or works of art, new books, tickets to events, gift certificates and more. If you’d like to donate an item contact Barb Turuc at [email protected].

BUY AN AD IN OUR SPRING FLING EVENT PROGRAM

Each year the HCDP puts out a high quality printed program that contains information on our organization and on local and state Democratic elected officials. The program is both a momento of the event and a handy reference. Ads in our program are available at $25 for a quarter page, $50 for a half page, $100 for a full page, and $200 for the back cover (which is available in full color). Ads can promote a business, commemorate a loved one, or support a candidate or cause aligned with the HCDP. We can take your ad copy or help you format an ad. If you’d like to support the HCDP by purchasing an ad in our program contact Steve Blackburn at [email protected].

Registrations Now Open for the Michigan Rural Summit

THE RURAL CAUCUS OF THE MICHIGAN DEMOCRATIC PARTY IS NOW ACCEPTING REGISTRATION FOR THE 2024 MICHIGAN RURAL SUMMIT.

The Houghton County Democratic Party is a sponsoring organization for the Rural Summit.

The first annual Rural Summit was held in April 2023. Over 150 rural activists attended the Summit from 45 Michigan counties. These activists attended work sessions designed for sharing ideas about the work that has been previously done and ideas for moving forward with coordinated strategies.

On April 11-13, 2024 the Rural Caucus will bring together even more rural activists, candidates, and elected officials, along with other organizations working in the rural organizing space to learn, discuss and collaborate to improve the lives of our rural neighbors in Michigan.

Confirmed speakers for the Summit include Mark Brewer, Paul Kendrick of Rust Belt Rising, and Celinda Lake. The Friday Dinner Keynote will be delivered by Senator Debbie Stabenow. The Saturday Dinner Keynote will be delivered by Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist. Many State Legislators have also confirmed they will be in attendance.

JOIN OTHER HOUGHTON COUNTY DEMOCRATS WHO HAVE ALREADY SIGNED UP TO ATTEND!!

For more information, and to register for the Summit and book hotel rooms, click the button below.

Next Monthly Meeting

HCDP Monthly Meetings: Unless otherwise communicated our monthly meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month. Potluck at 6 PM, Meeting at 7 PM. In the conference room at the Houghton Super 8, and by Zoom (starting at 7 PM).

NEXT MEETING: APRIL 3RD

Community Events

Governmental meetings are scheduled throughout the month by bodies from the County Commission to City, Village and Township boards, committees and commissions; as well as local School Boards and the Copper Country Intermediate School District.

Check by phone or on the particular governmental website for meeting notices in your community. Your participation in local government meetings lets your elected and appointed officials know you are interested in their work, and can provide you with the opportunity to speak about your concerns during public comment periods.

WED MAR 27

The Houghton City Council meets at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Meeting Agenda can be found in the Searchable Document Center of the Council's website.