Off to a Great Start -- Our Early Accomplishments

 

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Founded in October 2007, Houston Area Stonewall Democrats has grown to well over 100 members.  Now, we are the largest GLBT Democratic organization in Southeast Texas. 

2008 is a watershed year in American politics, and we are dedicated to making sure it is one for Harris County, too.

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In chronological order, some highlights of our first several months --

  • Held our first meeting on October 9, 2007 at Ziggy's Healthy Grill
  • Attended NSD's Presidential Leadership Weekend in Manchester, New Hampshire
  • Adopted our Bylaws on December 11, 2007
  • Hosted our First Annual Winter Party at the Rice (co-hosted by Houston Stonewall Young Democrats)
  • Elected our first officers on January 8, 2008
  • robert gant.jpgHeld our first Endorsement Meeting (Standing Room Only) on February 9, 2008
  • Conducted a Mock Precinct Convention Training in February
  • Hosted the Houston Summit for 2008 Presidential Primary & Debate Watch Party
  • Conducted an endorsement screening with Senator Hillary Clinton via telephone
  • Hosted Clinton Endorsement Party at the Guava Lamp featuring QAF's Robert Gant, SF Mayor Newsom, and Houston Vice Mayor Sue Lovell
  • Hosted Clinton Endorsement Party at Chances with QAF's Robert Gant, Civil rights icon Dolores Huerta & Houston Controller Annise Parker
  • Sponsored a booth at Senate District 13 Convention
  • Attended the Texas Democratic Convention in Austin -- large number of HASD members as delegates
  • Participated in Camp Equality sponsored by HRC
  • Hosted a table at Ginny McDavid's Champagne Brunch to raise funds for her campaign to unseat Dwayne Bohac (TX House -- 138)
  • Conducted Voter Identification drive at the Pride Parade (collaborative effort with other organizations)
  • Won competitive "Grow to Win" grant from the National Stonewall Democrats; NSD selected Sherrie Matula (Texas House District 129) as one of only four candidates to target with funds 
  • Launch of Project 500!  Join us for what will possibly be the most exciting campaign of your lifetime.

Much more to come!  Join us!