Last Wednesday, February 3rd, Democracy for NYC combined our neighborhood Linkups into one big Linkup, with special guest Jim Dean, chair of Democracy for America.  It was a well-attended evening filled with a good mix of socializing and politics. 

Jim Dean gave a rousing speech to the crowd about the importance of fighting for progressive principles, even in the face of recent setbacks.  He spoke about some recent victories of Democracy for America, and our continued activism in the fight for health care reform.

We also held a raffle to help raise money for Haiti earthquake relief.  All raffle proceeds have been sent to Doctor's Without Borders.  If you could not attend and wish to donate please click here. 

Heather Woodfield and Tracey Keij-Denton addressed the crowd to talk about a big change in DFNYC--upcoming bylaws and elections for new leadership.  The current leadership of Democracy for NYC has been proud to serve for the past six years, and now it is time to move forward with new leaders.  A DFNYC transition committee drew up bylaws for DFNYC, which will be provided to the general membership for ratification in upcoming weeks.  You'll be able to review the bylaws online and at the March Linkup.

Elections:  The big news is that elections will be held for leadership positions in Democracy for NYC.  The following offices shall be filled: