The County Democratic Party is actively recruiting candidates for 2010.

Our first training event for local Democrats who are planning or considering running for office is coming up on Saturday, July 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Miramar College. This "Getting Ready to Run" training will include workshops on the following:

• What to expect as a candidate and how to organize your community outreach
• Fundamentals of filing, financial reporting, and legal compliance
• An overview of campaign planning and the Democratic Party's role

This event is solely for current or potential candidates -- not campaign managers, volunteers, or others. (Later trainings will be open to campaign aides.) Space is limited, so please call today for information or to reserve your spot: (858) 277-3367. Or feel free to e-mail Ryan at ryan@sddemocrats.org. We can also tell you more about which races will be on the ballot and what the process involves.

Next year we will be electing Democrats not only to federal and state offices, but also to the County Board of Supervisors, 18 municipalities, 48 boards of education, and 72 special districts in San Diego County. We intend to field candidates in every race.

July's training is part of our ongoing effort to ensure that our candidates know what to expect and how to succeed in their mission to win.


CDP Chairman John Burton on the severe budget cuts

"The governor’s latest proposed budget contains severe cuts that will devastate millions of poor and middle-class Californians, shred the safety net and stunt California’s economic recovery. As Democrats, we stand firmly against the severity of the cuts and we will do everything possible to minimize the cuts and the harm they will inflict.

We thank legislative Democrats for standing firm and doing what they can to lessen these harsh cuts. Meanwhile, obstructionist Republicans would rather defend tax breaks for oil companies and big business than keep kids insured and allow the frail elderly to remain in their homes. California’s budget must reflect the services we all need and how to pay for them. Californians need a balanced budget solution that includes revenue increases along with cuts."

For more, and what you can do, click HERE.