Alan Clendenin
Please join us in support of theThe Hillsborough County Democratic Party
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Social Hour 6:00 p.m.
Dinner 7:15 p.m.
Tampa Convention Center
333. S. Franklin St. Tampa, FL 33602
Individual Tickets to dinner - $150
Alan Clendenin
Statement by Alan Clendenin on Lt. Governor Jennifer Carroll’s resignation.
(Tampa, FL) As the Florida Republican Party of Florida attempts to wash the Jim Greer hooker and sleazy bookkeeping stench off their party, they are once again knocked back down into the gutter. Gov. Rick Scott (who made millions running a company that pleaded guilty to Medicare fraud) demonstrates, we are judged by the company we keep. And his company has been Lt. Governor Jennifer Carroll.
Medicare fraud, voter registration fraud, money laundering, grand theft, and now allegations of racketeering, Floridians deserve better. Florida Republican leaders have demonstrated time after time a willful disregard of ethics and law. When will the for sale sign come off our governors mansion and Republican controlled legislature?
Feb 15 2013
Feb 15, 2013 DNC Weekly Update
DNC
President Obama Delivers State of the Union AddressOn Tuesday night, President Obama delivered the State of the Union Address, in which he outlined his plan for a thriving middle class and a strong America. During his speech, the President reflected upon the progress we have made as a nation and presented his vision for an even stronger future, saying:
Feb 08 2013 - Feb 09 2013
DNC Update - February 8, 2013
Democratic National Committee Weekly Update
Click the link below to read the DNC update containing the following stories:
- President Obama Holds Roundtable in Minneapolis with Local Leaders and Law Enforcement Officials, Discusses Need to Reduce Gun Violence
- The President Delivers Statement on the Sequester and Our Economic Recovery
- President Obama Announces Sally Jewell as His Choice to Lead Department of Interior
- The President Speaks at the National Prayer Breakfast
- Issues in the News
Click here: February 8, 2013 Democratic National Committee Weekly Update
Feb 08 2013 - Feb 09 2013
Solicitation for Committee Volunteers
Alan Clendenin
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Dear Fellow Democrat, On Monday February 4, 2013, Allison Tant and I met to discuss building our new Florida Democratic Party team. To expand opportunities for you to participate in building our party, we are soliciting your help to recruit new members to our leadership team. Rather than just appoint members of our standing committees, we believe we need to expand our outreach to ensure our leadership is as diverse and multicultural as our incredible state. To reach this goal, we are soliciting volunteers and recommendations to serve on these important standing committees. Individuals should represent a cross section of our Democratic leadership and activists, who have the dedication, knowledge, skills and time to serve. This communication is an official call for volunteers to serve on the Florida Democratic Party standing committees. Logistics will ultimately limit the size of the committees, however we will strive to include the faces, principles and values that best represent our party and our state. Individuals interested in serving on the committees must be willing to participate in telephone conference calls, attend regional meetings and travel to statewide meeting locations. With the exception of the Judicial Council (see below) all registered Democrats in our state are eligible to serve on standing committees. The following are the Florida Democratic Party standing committees:
If you would like to join our incredible team submit by e-mail a brief note why you are interested and qualified to serve. alan@alanclendenin.com. Applications must be received by February 15, 2013. Appointments will be made by February 28, 2013. Thank you for your consideration. Alan Clendenin |
Jan 19 2013
Facts are Facts
Alan Clendenin
FACTS ARE FACTS
On Monday, January 21st, we will be celebrating both the birth of
Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the nation's strongest advocates for justice and human rights, and the inauguration of President Barack Obama, a man who is working tirelessly to build a more perfect union for our children and our children's children.
Inspired by these men, and the hundreds of men and women who are the backbone of the Florida Democratic Party, I put my hat in the ring to become the next Chairman.
I expected to travel the state presenting my vision and my qualifications, and I also expected to compete on the merits with anyone else who might be running for this position.
What I didn't expect was to find Democratic leaders in our own party practicing a campaign of disinformation, misinformation, and fear mongering that reminds me of the "Swift Boat" attacks that Republican groups launched against Senator John Kerry in 2004.
Facts are facts, or as one of my favorite Presidents Bill Clinton recently said during our convention. “I came from a place where people still thought two and two was four. It’s arithmetic.”
I am very proud of who I am, my accomplishments, and my record. So let's get a few things straight, once and for all:
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Lie – Alan will direct all party resources to Senator Nan Rich’s gubernatorial primary campaign. Lie – Alan will direct all party resources to CFO Alex Sink’s (rumored) gubernatorial primary campaign. Lie – Alan will direct all party resources to Gov. Charlie Crist (rumored) gubernatorial primary campaign. |
FACT –I will not allow the Democratic Party to pick favorites in a Democratic primary. I respect our Democratic candidates too much to tilt the table towards or away from any one of them. 1
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Lie – Alan will not support Charlie Crist for Governor. |
FACT – I am a Democrat. I will support the choice of Democratic voters in our primary. I enjoy a respectful relationship with all three of the above-mentioned potential nominees. As Chair I will ensure our party is ready, willing and able to support the voters choice. 2 |
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Lie – Alan will fire the <insert any one of many names> staff if he is elected. |
FACT – I have not stated nor do I have any intention to ‘Fire’ staff. 3 |
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Lie – Alan is opposed to marriage equality |
FACT – I support marriage equality2 |
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Lie – Alan said that he wouldn't " serve under a woman" |
FACT – As a son and a father of two strong independent women, This one is so outrageous I don’t know what to say about it. Really? It is 2013 not 1913 . 2 |
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Lie – Alan said that he "burn the house down if I don't get this job" |
FACT – Two years ago I stepped aside when asked because I was convinced it was the right thing to do for our party. I didn’t cut a deal and I didn’t burn the house down I just stepped aside and kept doing what I do. I have always been, I am, and will continue to be a loyal Democrat. I am running to lead the party because we need to change our trajectory. My type of change does not involve matches or flames; it involves training and empowering our activists. 8 |
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Lie – Alan has paid the authors of the Political Hurricane blog and paid for an ad on their site in exchange for their support. |
FACT – I did not pay the Political Hurricane Blog for an ad or their support. 4
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Lie – If Alan is elected he will fire <insert name here> and he will hire <insert a number of names here> to replace him/her. |
FACT – I have not promised a job or position to anyone. |
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Lie – Alan is not grassroots. He doesn’t do the work. |
FACT – I am a proven grassroots organizer and team member. I walk precincts, stand at polls, help organize events and just about anything else our party or candidates ask me to do. |
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Lie – Clendenin is a puppet of “Big Sugar” 5
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FACT – I am not a puppet of anyone or any organization. Not ‘Big Sugar’ or any individual. I have never solicited or received a donation for or from anyone associated with ‘Big Sugar’. I do not owe anyone anything. |
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Lie – Alan Clendenin does not have fundraising experience |
FACT – As National Chair of the air traffic controller’s legislative team I led the team effort to build the PAC.6 |
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Lie – During Alan’s term he did not grow the PAC by 900%. |
FACT – Under my leadership the PAC grew 900%. When I became chair the PAC brought in less than $200,000/cycle when I left the PAC was bringing in 2 million dollars a cycle. That is 900% according to my calculator. (During my term the PAC raised over 4 million dollars.) 7 |
1 - This is not just a personal value, I committed to this during a presentation on December 5, 2013 at a meeting called by the Orange County State Committeeman and attended by many party leaders.
2 – Progressive Voices You Should Know Interview
http://newmercurymedia.com/audio/alan-clendenon.mp3
3 - In July I spoke with Scott Arceneaux about this rumor. Subsequent to this discussion I have personally called Rod Smith, Scott Arceneaux and I spoke with two other concerned members of our staff in an attempt to stop this rumor. As recently as December 17, 2012 I reconfirmed this commitment verbally with Scott Arceneaux.
4 - The Political Hurricane Statement Regarding Our Position in the FDP Chairs Race
5 - Progressive Dems United
http://progressivefloridademsunited.blogspot.com/
6 - National Air Traffic Controllers Association Constitution
National Legislative Committee Charter (10/97)
The NATCA National Legislative Committee, hereafter referred to as the Committee, will seek to advance the status, professionalism, benefits & working conditions of all air traffic controllers and other safety related employees through political action. The Committee shall assist the President, Executive Vice President and National Executive Board in defining the roles and responsibilities of the National Legislative Affairs Department. The Committee shall be the focal point for all grassroots legislative activity in the United States. By working closely with the National Legislative Affairs Department, the Committee shall serve as a resource to the membership, National Office and National Executive Board. The Committee shall coordinate grassroots efforts on national issues as directed by the National President and Legislative Affairs Department. The Committee shall identify the legislative training needs of the membership and take steps to ensure that adequate training programs are developed. The Committee shall promote the growth of NATCA PAC through member education and ongoing efforts to solicit new PAC members and increase contributions. The members of the Committee shall make recommendations to the National Legislative Affairs Department on the distribution of PAC funds.
The Committee shall receive guidance from the National President, Executive Vice President and the National Legislative Affairs Department. The Committee, through the Chairperson or his/her designee, shall brief the National Executive Board on Committee activities, including Lobby Week and other national legislative training, strategy for promoting grassroots activism, and annual goals of the committee. There shall be at least four meetings of the Committee during the calendar year, or as deemed appropriate by the National President and/or the Committee Chair.
http://nso.natca.org/NSO%20Docs/NSO_PDF/Constitution%202004.pdf
7 - National Air Traffic Controllers Association 2003 Annual Report
NATCA PAC
PAC reached record amount of $2.3 million for the election cycle.
http://www.natcamembership.org/assets/Documents/mediacenter/NATCAAR2003Final.pdf
8 – Press Release issued November 24, 2010
- Hillsborough State Committeeman and DNC member Alan Clendenin said, “The Florida Democratic Party has never, and will never be about any one individual. This election is about doing what is best for our Party and our state. Rod Smith embraced many of the reforms I proposed. He is a proven leader, committed to reorganize and rebuild the Florida Democratic Party. I fully support his candidacy and I urge all Florida Democrats to unite behind him.
Alan Clendenin
"Stand with me and I will stand with you. Together we will change our party, together we will change our state!” –Alan Clendenin
Jan 09 2013
South Florida Endorses Alan Clendenin
Alan Clendenin
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Chris Mitchell 813-728-6331
January 8th, 2013
Gold Coast Counties State Committeemen and Committeewoman (Palm Beach, Broward and Dade) are proud to endorse and pledge their votes to Alan Clendenin for Chair of the Florida Democratic Party.
(Miami , FL) Miami-Dade State Committeewoman Verna Edington, Miami-Dade State Committeeman Bret Berlin, Broward County State Committeeman Ken Evans, Broward County State Committeewoman Maggie Davidson, Palm Beach County State Committeewoman Bunny Steinman, and Palm Beach County State Committeeman John Ramos met Monday evening in Broward County for four hours and emerged from the meeting to unanimously announce their support, their vote, and their endorsement for Alan Clendenin for State Chair of the Florida Democratic Party.
All six had agreed prior to the meeting to vote as a group representing South Florida for the State Chair. At the conclusion of the meeting, all six signed a pledge card formally endorsing and showing their support for Alan Clendenin. The South Florida vote represents roughly 30% of the votes for Chair of the Florida Democratic Party.
Alan was very humbled by the support of these six South Florida leaders and is committed to his vision of Rebuild, Rebrand, and Recruit brining the Democratic Party, which the majority of Floridians are, back to power in Florida
The South Florida Six join a growing list of key Democrats and Democratic caucuses supporting Mr. Clendenin: Congresswoman Kathy Castor * Alex Sink * Mike Williams * The Democratic Black Caucus of Florida * The Democratic Hispanic Caucus of Florida * The Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida * The Democratic Veterans Caucus of Florida * The Democratic Business Caucus of Florida
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Jan 09 2013
Alex Sink Endorses Alan Clendenin
Alex Sink
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Chris Mitchell 813-728-6331
January 9, 2013
Former Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Democratic Governor nominee Alex Sink endorses Alan Clendenin for Chairman of the Florida Democratic Party.
(Tampa, FL) Alex Sink announced her support and endorsement of Alan Clendenin for Chairman of the Florida Democratic Party.
“Alan is a fearless advocate for Democrats and I have seen firsthand over the years how he has worked tirelessly to represent Democrats, serving as a State and National Committeeman, organizing to deliver votes to many successfully elected Democrats in Florida, and recruiting candidates to run for office. Alan has put forth a plan and vision which will lead our Party forward and help us continue to win elections at all levels."–Alex Sink
“The leadership of Alex Sink has brought quality representation for democrats, positively affecting all 67 Florida counties. I am honored and proud to have the support of CFO Sink, a dynamic democratic woman leader. To all Florida democrats, I stood with you yesterday, I stand with you today and I will still be standing with you tomorrow. Together we will move our party forward.” -Alan Clendenin
Alex Sink joins a growing list of key Democratic caucuses supporting Mr. Clendenin: The Democratic Black Caucus of Florida * The Democratic Hispanic Caucus of Florida * The Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida * The Democratic Veterans Caucus of Florida * The Democratic Business Caucus of Florida
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Alan Clendenin
Democratic National Committee
alan@alanclendenin.com
http://www.alanclendenin.com/
Jan 09 2013
Congresswomen Kathy Castor Endorses Alan Clendenin for Chairman of the Florida Democratic Party
Kathy Castor
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Chris Mitchell 813-728-6331
January 8th, 2013
Congresswomen Kathy Castor Endorses Alan Clendenin for Chairman of the Florida Democratic Party.
(Tampa, FL) Congresswoman Kathy Castor reinforced her support and endorsement of Alan Clendenin for Chairman of the Florida Democratic Party. Castor, who has supported him since his announcement, is excited by the growing momentum behind his candidacy.
“Alan has been fighting for democratic causes and representing Hillsborough for many years as a State Committeeman and working on numerous elections to deliver victories to democrats.
Alan’s plan to Rebrand, Rebuild, and Recruit builds upon the grassroots work of President Obama and will lead the Florida Democratic Party forward and help us win elections across Florida in 2014 and beyond.”
Kathy Castor won a successful reelection bid November 6 th, 2012. Kathy Castor is the U.S. Representative for Florida's 14th congressional district, serving in Congress since 2007.
“Kathy Castor is a model Democrat who fights for economic opportunity for all. Cong. Castor represents the Tampa Bay Area where we have worked together on voter registration and GOTV, especially our robust showing in 2012. I stood with you yesterday; I stand with you today, and I will still be standing with you tomorrow. Together we will move our party forward .” -Alan Clendenin
Kathy Castor is included in a growing list of key Democrats and Democratic caucuses supporting Mr. Clendenin: CFO Alex Sink * Mike Williams * The Democratic Black Caucus of Florida * The Democratic Hispanic Caucus of Florida * The Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida * The Democratic Veterans Caucus of Florida * The Democratic Business Caucus of Florida
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