FLORIDA SENATOR JOSEPH ABRUZZO ENDORSES ALAN CLENDENIN FOR FLORIDA DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR

 Senator Joseph Abruzzo supports Alan Clendenin in his race to become the Chair of the Florida Democratic Party. 

“I am proud to stand with the Democratic Black Caucus and the Democratic Hispanic Caucus in endorsing Alan Clendenin,” Abruzzo said. “I am committed to working with Alan to ensure we will have an expanded, diversified and strategic fundraising plan. Alan’s organized approach and dedication is what we need to ensure Democratic victories.”

Senator Joseph Abruzzo has been in the United States Coast Guard Reserves since 2005. He has also served as a State Representative from 2008-2012 and is currently the State Senator to District 25 in Palm Beach County.

“I am humbled by Senator Abruzzo’s support,” said Clendenin. “His many successes as a leader, loyal Democrat and fundraiser reinforce my vision of furthering our party. I look forward to having Senator Abruzzo as a member of the Florida Democratic Party leadership team.”

Senator Abruzzo’s endorsement adds to the growing list of Democrats leaders and Democratic caucuses supporting Mr. Clendenin:

Congresswoman Kathy Castor

State of Florida former CFO Alex Sink

Senator Arthenia Joyner

Senator Audrey Gibson

Senator Joseph Abruzzo

Mayor Sandy Freedman

Mayor Bob Buckhorn

Rep. Victor Torres

Rep. Janet Cruz

Rep. Dwight Dudley

Rep. Darryl Rouson

Rep. Betty Reed

Rep. Carl Zimmermann

Rep. Mark Danish

Clerk of the Circuit Court Pat Frank

Public Defender Julianne M. Holt

Property Appraiser Bob Henriquez

Commissioner Les Miller

Commissioner Kevin Beckner

Commissioner Janet Long

Mike Williams President AFL-CIO

International Brotherhood of Teamsters

Councilwoman Yvonne Yolie Capin

Councilman Steve Kornell

Councilwoman Lisa J. Montelione

Councilman Mike Suarez

Councilman Harry Cohen

Councilwoman Gwen Miller

Councilman Bryan Caletka

Bradford State Committeewoman Kathy Still

Bradford State Committeeman Paul Still

Broward County State Committeewoman Maggie Davidson

Broward County State Committeeman Ken Evans

Collier County Democratic Party Chair Gene Vaccaro

Hillsborough County School Board Chair April Griffin

Hillsborough County School Board Member Susan Valdez

Hillsborough County DEC Chair Chris Mitchell

Hillsborough County State Committeewoman Diane Hart

Miami-Dade County State Committeewoman Verna Lewis Edington

Miami-Dade County State Committeeman Bret Berlin

Manatee County State Committeeman Mitch Mallett

Manatee County State Committeewoman Susie Copeland

Palm Beach County State Committeewoman Bunny Steinman

Monroe County State Committeeman Ian Whitney

Pasco County State Committeeman Michael Ledbetter

Pinellas County Chair Mark Hanisee

Pinellas County State Committeewoman Karen Hodgen

Polk County Chair Charlene Hypes  

Polk County State Committeeman Dean Hypes

Polk County State Committeewoman Ruth Ann Eaddy

The Democratic Business Caucus of Florida

The Democratic Veterans' Caucus of Florida

The Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida

The Democratic Black Caucus of Florida

The Democratic Hispanic Caucus of Florida

Hillsborough County Democratic Executive Committee

Okaloosa County Democratic Executive Committee

Palm Beach County Democratic Executive Committee

Polk County Democratic Executive Committee

Boca/Delray Democratic Club President Linda Rosenthal

Committee on Clubs and Caucuses Chair Chuck Mohlke

Eladio Jose Armesto Democratic League of Miami-Dade County

FEA Chairman Terri Brady

Democratic Congressional Nominee J.R Gaillot

James Ryan Hoyne Young Democrats of America

Former Congressional Candidate Jim Roach

Putnam County DEC Vice Chair Joseph Petrucci

Former FDP Chair and Former State Representative Luis Garcia

Mayor Daisy Black

Former LGBT Caucus President Michael A. Albetta

Former candidate Florida House of Representatives Adam Tebrugge

2007 OFA Organizer Michelle Stile

DNC Member Chuck Mohlke Endorses Alan Clendenin for the next Chair of the Florida Democratic Party

ONE OF FLORIDA’S MOST RESPECTED DEMOCRATIC LEADERS AND DNC MEMBER CHUCK MOHLKE ENDORSES ALAN CLENDENIN FOR FLORIDA DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR 

Chuck Mohlke, Florida Democratic party political institution in his own right announced today his strong support for Alan Clendenin to lead the Florida Democratic Party.

“Chuck Mohlke has been an incredible mentor for me. There is no one in the state of Florida with the depth and institutional knowledge held by Chuck Mohlke and Dr. T. Wayne Bailey*. It is important a leader has an in depth knowledge of where the party has been (who, what, why and where), the current state of the party and has a vision for where the party needs to go. Chuck Mohlke’s insight and experience have prepared me to a lead our party from where we were to where we need to be.” –Alan Clendenin

STATEMENT FROM CHUCK MOHLKE

Alan Clendenin has earned my support as an experienced, trusted, reliable, dedicated Democrat clearly capable of providing the leadership needed now by the Florida Democratic Party.  

As our next State Chair, he will bring years of uninterrupted involvement as a union bargaining agent, Hillsborough County fundraiser and state committeeman, and Democratic Party policy maker. 

For the last four years, I have served with Alan as a member of the Democratic National Committee and marveled at his willingness to take on new party-building responsibilities.  His chairmanship of the committee to construct and adopt our Party's platform for the 2012 election is a notable example of Alan taking on and completing a task benefiting all Florida Democrats. 

Because I know he will be open and honest in capturing the commitment of contributors and voters of all stripes to elect a Democratic Governor and Cabinet in 2014 as well as a full complement of Democratic congresspersons, legislators, and local officials throughout our state -- I support Alan unreservedly as having the commitment and skill required to be the next State Chair of the Florida Democratic Party. - Chuck Mohlke, Member of the Democratic National Committee - Florida

Democratic leaders through out the state have publicly announced their support for Mr. Clendenin.  The list includes: Congresswoman Kathy Castor, State of Florida former CFO Alex Sink, SenatorArthenia Joyner, Mayor Sandy Freedman, Mayor Bob Buckhorn, Clerk of the Circuit Court Pat Frank, Mike Williams, International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Public Defender Julianne M. Holt, Rep. Victor Torres, Rep. Janet Cruz, Rep. Dwight Dudley, Rep. Darryl Rouson, Rep. Betty Reed, Rep. Janet Cruz, Rep. Carl Zimmermann, Rep. Dwight Dudley, Rep. Mark Danish, CommissionerLes Miller, Commissioner Kevin Beckner, Commissioner Janet Long, Councilwoman Yvonne Yolie Capin, Councilman Steve Kornell, Councilwoman Lisa J. Montelione, Councilman Mike Suarez, Councilman Harry Cohen, Councilwoman Gwen Miller, Councilman Bryan Caletka, Property Appraiser Bob Henriquez, Chair of the Hillsborough County School Board Chair April Griffin, Hillsborough County School Board Member Susan Valdez, Former Gubernatorial NomineeBill McBride, Chris Mitchell, Hillsborough County Chair, Diane Hart, Hillsborough County State Committeewoman, Mitch Mallett, Manatee County State Committeeman, Susie Copeland, Manatee County State Committeewoman, Michael Ledbetter, Pasco County State Committeeman,Mark Hanisee, Pinellas County Chair, Karen Hodgen, Pinellas County State Committeewoman,Charlene Hypes, Polk County Chair, Dean Hypes, Polk County State Committeeman, Ruth Ann Eaddy, Polk County State Committeewoman, The Democratic Business Caucus of Florida, The Democratic Veterans' Caucus of Florida, The Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida, The Democratic Black Caucus of Florida, The Democratic Hispanic Caucus of Florida.

I am grateful of the support of these state leaders and the thousands of DEC members, Democratic voters and my Tampa Bay neighbors who know me best. Join our team to Rebuild, Rebrand, and Recruit for a more inclusive the Florida Democratic Party. Stand with me and I will stand up for you, together we can change our party, together we can change our state.

*Dr. T. Wayne Bailey has not pledged his support to either candidate.

DOLPHIN DEMOCRATS ENDORSE ALAN CLENDENIN FOR FLORIDA DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR

The Souths Oldest Gay And Lesbian Democratic Organization, The Dolphin Democrats Have Endorsed Alan Clendenin for Florida Democratic Chair

At its general membership meeting, the Dolphin Democratic Club endorsed Alan Clendenin for Florida Democratic Party Chair.

Alan Clendenin is a life-long democrat, born and raised in Florida. “The Dolphin Democrats members considered experience in organizing and the detailed plan he presented, when making our decision,” .. “His plan, “Rebrand, Rebuild, Recruit” gives us a guide to becoming a more competitive party.”

Alan was very humbled by the support of The Dolphin Democrats 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

Dolphin Democrats joins a growing list of activists and community leaders who support Alan Clendenin’s candidacy for FDP Chair including:

• Alex Sink, Former CFO
• Congresswoman Kathy Castor
• The Democratic Business Caucus of Florida
• The Democratic Veterans' Caucus of Florida
• The Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida
• The Democratic Black Caucus of Florida
• The Democratic Hispanic Caucus of Florida

Mayor Daisy Black Endorses Alan Clendenin

As the 2008-2012 First Vice Chair of the Miami Dade Democratic Party, I saw first hand who was actively involved in the Get Out The Vote effort in Miami Dade County. The majority of the work in Miami Dade was done by grassroots volunteers who took their time to canvass, make phone calls and register voters. This was a labor of love for the President and some of them partnered with Organizing for America.

I have been involved with the Miami Dade Democratic Party over 20 years and the Florida Democratic Party for fifteen years. I have seen the transition from Miami Dade Democratic Party Chairs over the last twelve years. Miami Dade has several strong clubs that have come through when the times got tough and I commend them. They are the unsung heroes who give their time over and over. I have also been the state president of the Democratic Black Caucus of Florida(2003-2007) and organized over twenty five county caucuses that worked well with their local county Democratic Executive Committees.

I read Alan Clendenin's Plan; "Rebrand, Rebuild, Recruit." I found it to be the best plan I have seen coming from a candidate running for Florida Democratic Party Chair. It is a plan of inclusion and direct action. I also had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Clendenin at the Broward County Democratic Executive Committee elections and had the opportunity to ask him questions about his plan. I came away satisfied that he would do well as our Florida Democratic Party Chair.

Let us not lose sight of the main goal of the Democratic Party. We must elect the best qualified candidates to lead in all political races and we must start with electing the best candidate to lead the Florida Democratic Party. "That candidate is Alan Clendenin."

OKALOOSA DEMOCRATS ENDORSE ALAN CLENDENIN FOR FLORIDA DEMOCRATIC PARTY STATE CHAIR

 The Okaloosa Democratic Executive Committee, State Committeewoman Ellen Holt and State Committeeman John Whitley endorse Alan Clendenin for Florida Democratic Party (FDP) Chair.

Alan Clendenin is a life-long democrat, born and raised in Florida. “The Okaloosa DEC members considered experience in organizing and the detailed plan he presented, when making our decision,” said Ellen Holt, Okaloosa State Democratic Committeewoman. “His plan, “Rebrand, Rebuild, Recruit” gives us a guide to becoming a more competitive party.”

“The plan is something I have been thinking about for a long time,” said Clendenin. “I spent the last several years talking to the grassroots activists, the women and men who make the phone calls and go door to door, asking them what they want in a FDP Chair.”

Okaloosa County joins a growing list of activists and community leaders who support Alan Clendenin’s candidacy for FDP Chair including:

• Alex Sink, Former CFO
• Congresswoman Kathy Castor
• The Democratic Business Caucus of Florida
• The Democratic Veterans' Caucus of Florida
• The Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida
• The Democratic Black Caucus of Florida
• The Democratic Hispanic Caucus of Florida

Congresswomen Kathy Castor Endorses Alan Clendenin for Chairman of the Florida Democratic Party

Congresswomen Kathy Castor Endorses Alan Clendenin for Chairman of the Florida Democratic Party.

 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 

Miami-Dade, Broward County and Palm Beach Counties Endorse Alan Clendenin For Florida Democratic Party Chair

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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Alex Sink endorses Alan Clendenin for Chairman of the Florida Democratic Party

Former Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Democratic Governor nominee Alex Sink endorses Alan Clendenin for Chairman of the Florida Democratic Party.

 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

Congressional Swearing-In Ceremony - January 14, 2013

Democratic Business Caucus of Florida announced its endorsement of Alan Clendenin for Chairman of the Florida Democratic Party

Democratic Business Caucus of Florida announced its support and endorsement of Alan Clendenin for Chairman of the Florida Democratic Party.  

“Mr. Clendenin is an outspoken advocate for small business. He understands small 

businesses are the economic engine that will grow our economy and increase 

employment.” Richard O’Brien, Chairman, Democratic Business Caucus of Florida.

The Democratic Business Caucus of Florida was created during the summer of 2011 in 

order to build business relationships, share information and promote green businesses to 

better support Democratic candidates and issues. Mr. Clendenin was a founding board 

member and current officer of the Democratic Business Caucus of Florida.

“I am honored to have received the support of the Democratic Business Caucus. As one 

of the co-founders of the caucus, I fully support its mission to promote public policies 

that will expand small business job creation and expanding Florida’s middle class.” Alan 

Clendenin

The Democratic Business Caucus of Florida 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

BSO LAUDED FOR HOMELESS & HATE CRIMES ADVOCACY

1:30 p.m. News Conference

Friday, January 4, 2013

Public Safety Building

2601 W. Broward Blvd.

Fort Lauderdale

For more than four years the Broward Sheriff’s Office has worked to reduce hate crimes and crimes against the homeless. As a result of that hard work and dedication, Florida  no longer leads the nation in attacks on the homeless and Broward no longer leads the state in reported hate crimes.

“Hatred based on a person’s race, religion, sexual orientation and residential status can’t be tolerated. Four years ago I was disturbed to learn that Broward was number one when it came to these senseless acts fueled by hate, and I am proud today that is no longer true,” said Sheriff Al Lamberti.  

Earlier this week, in two separate reports, BSO was lauded for its efforts to reduce violence against the homeless population. In the National Coalition for the Homeless report titled “Hate Crimes Against the Homeless: The Brutality of Violence Unveiled,” it states “…that in 2011, hate crimes against homeless people significantly decreased in Florida due to the emergence of a new state-level legislation that incorporated homelessness into its hate crimes law.” According to the Florida Attorney General’s 2011 Hate Crimes Report, Broward County no longer leads the state in reported hate crimes.

Sheriff Lamberti created the Hate Crimes/Anti-Bias Task Force in September 2008 and tapped Captain Rick Wierzbicki to head the effort.

Captain Wierzbicki worked tirelessly to get Florida House Bill 11 passed through the House and Senate. On May 11, 2010, Governor Charlie Crist signed the historic Crimes Against Homeless Persons Act into law. HB 11 enhanced Florida’s Hate Crimes statute and afforded more protection to crime victims who are attacked on the basis of their homelessness.

Since then, Captain Wierzbicki has taken his fight to Washington DC, testifying before the United States Senate and House of Representatives about the importance of protecting the rights and equality of all people. Captain Wierzbicki said, “BSO is now considered a national model for protecting the rights of the homeless.”

How To Cut Spending: End Corporate Welfare!!!

As Rex Nutting of Marketwatch noted in his 12/18/2012 article “Why isn’t Obama demanding corporate welfare cuts?”, “$2.6 trillion could be saved [...] It’s possible to achieve all the budget savings we need for the next 10 years simply by cutting the fat out of discretionary spending programs and tax expenditures [removing all of the corporate welfare] without raising tax rates on the wealthy or cutting the safety net at all.”     
     
Oil and gas companies, which are raking in record profits, certainly don’t need $4 billion a year in subsidies, and even the oil company CEOs admit they don’t need it!     
     
Why are cuts to Social Security and Medicare even being discussed while literally billions in corporate welfare are constantly spilling out of the Treasury? 
    
White House petition to End Corporate 
http://1.usa.gov/VxOXdn

WE FLORIDA ENDORSES ALAN CLENDENIN FOR STATE PARTY CHAIR

		Alan Clendenin  has provided a detailed plan to rebuild the FDP with a focus on rebranding the party image and message, rebuilding from the bottom-up and recruiting new Democrats and stronger candidates. Alan's Plan Click this link to download Plan for the Democratic Party, Rebrand, Rebuild, Recruit. Click the link below to download the non graphic version. Plan for the Democratic Party, Rebrand, Rebuild, Recruit. Permalink: http://www.alanclendenin.com/2012/11/plan-for-the-florida-democratic-party REBRAND DEMOCRATIC VALUES Reclaim Our Message Democratic Messaging Respect our Base REBUILD START FROM THE BOTTOM Bottom Up Reorganization Campaign 365 Finance Development Board RECRUIT DEMOCRATIC FARM TEAM Build a Bench School House to the State House Train our Team