Dear Neighbors, Friends & Fellow Democrats,
While we are disturbed by the number of Americans who decided to cast their votes for President-elect Donald Trump over Vice President Kamala Harris this year, we remain encouraged by the enthusiasm and hard work performed by dedicated volunteers within our Malibu community and across the nation to help elect Democrats. The fight continues onward, and we are prepared to do our part to defend the inhabitants, institutions, and interests of the United States and our allies abroad.
This election cycle, over one hundred volunteers from Malibu hand-wrote over ten thousand postcards, called hundreds of thousands of voters, canvassed across neighboring battleground congressional districts and swing states to knock on many additional thousands of doors, and helped raise over one million dollars for Democratic candidates. Additionally, Malibu Democrats spent hundreds of hours speaking directly with voters and distributing voter registration forms and election information on Sundays at the Malibu Farmers Market.
Congratulations to Malibu’s U.S. Representative Brad Sherman (CA-32), California State Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (AD-42), our newly-elected U.S. Senator Adam Schiff, Congressmember-elect George Whitesides (CA-27), and all other victorious candidates who voters entrusted with the great responsibility of representing our shared values and accomplishing our common goals. We look forward to continuing to work with Sen. Schiff, Rep. Sherman, Asm. Irwin, and our other elected officials to address ongoing local issues such as improving PCH and public safety, strengthening fire prevention and response, and protecting our environment and open spaces.
Locally, while county election officials will continue to count votes until the end of the month, Bruce Silverstein, Steve Uhring, and Haylynn Conrad currently lead the field of Malibu City Council candidates. We thank each of the candidates who participated in our Malibu Democratic Club forum in October, congratulate the to-be-certified winners, and trust that they will each do their best to serve Malibu. We also congratulate the committee supporting our local school facilities bond, Measure MM, which appears to have passed.
We extend our gratitude to President Joe Biden, California’s own Vice President Kamala Harris, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and all of the Democratic candidates and grassroots volunteers across the country for their service and commitment to defending democracy. Faced against candidates promoting hate, division, and falsehoods, history will remember that Democrats stood on the side of justice, unity, and truth.
We especially thank our partners at Grassroots Democrats HQ and Westside Democratic HQ for all of the incredible work that they do, and for consistently supporting our volunteer efforts in Malibu.
If you are feeling afraid or vulnerable in the aftermath of this election for any reason, please know that we at the Malibu Democratic Club are here to foster community, support those at risk and in need, and provide information on other helpful resources and organizations.
We will continue to host monthly Board meetings and organize regular events throughout non-election years, and invite you to join the club or renew your annual membership to support our ongoing efforts to be of service while fighting to protect our democracy, our rights, and our freedoms. We will soon resume our monthly hikes and gatherings to more closely unite our Malibu Democratic community, and continue to send out periodic email updates highlighting upcoming events and other useful information.
We wish you joy over the final months of 2024 and during whichever holidays you choose to observe and celebrate.
In solidarity & with gratitude,
Gina Muscatel, Co-President, Malibu Democratic Club
Hap Henry, Co-President, Malibu Democratic Club
Marilyn Green, Volunteer Chair, Malibu Democratic Club
Mar
24
Sat
2018
The LA March for our Lives against gun violence is one of 832 “March for Our Lives” events taking place on Sat., Mar. 24, in Washington DC and around the world. The LA March for Our Lives Website indicates that the rally starts at 9am, at the intersection of 6th & Spring Street (215 W. 6th St or 603 S. Spring St.). The march will start right after the rally. The LA County Democratic Party (LACDP) is meeting up for the march at Pershing Square (532 S. Olive St.) at 9 am, or at 501 S. Broadway, across from the Pershing Square Metro Station. Because a large crowd anticipated, we recommend meeting at Pershing Square and walking with the LACDP. LACDP asks, if you want to march with them, to rsvp at rsvp@LACDP.org. The rally and march begin at 9 am, so we recommend getting to your destination no later than 8:45 am. The march concludes at City Hall, between 1st and Temple Streets.
What time should I get there?
Setup will start around 8 am, so plan to arrive between 8:45 am and 9 am. The rally will begin at 9 am and the march will lead off a little while after.
How can I get there and back?
For those who don’t want to drive, you can catch the metro from Santa Monica to near Pershing Square. We recommend using Google maps to get directions. Google maps has not only driving directions, but public transportation directions as well.
The Palisades Democratic Club provides the following information for those taking the metro back to Santa Monica from Downtown:
The Civic Center/Grand Park Metro Station is located near City Hall where the March concludes on Hill Street between 1st and Temple Streets. To get to Santa Monica from this station, take the Red/Purple line toward North Hollywood and exit 7th St. Station. Go upstairs to Platform 2 and take the Expo line to Santa Monica. A one-way fare if you have a TAP card is $1.75. You can purchase a TAP card for $1 at station.
If I drive, where can I park my vehicle?
Parking in Downtown Los Angeles can be very difficult. Please plan on taking ride share or the Metro Line. But if you must drive, you can use the ParkParkGoose app to find free or cheap parking nearby.
What should I bring to the march?
Protest signs, banners, costumes, puppets, flags, decorated umbrellas, anything that helps communicate your message. Hold it high for all to see. The march and rally will happen rain or shine, so an umbrella might be useful too.
Optional – Wear Orange
Orange is the color that Hadiya Pendleton’s friends wore in her honor after she was shot and killed at 15 years old – just one week after performing at President Obama’s 2nd inaugural parade in 2013. Orange is what hunters wear in the woods to protect themselves and others from harm. Orange expresses our collective hope as a nation — a hope for a future free from gun violence. You can buy an Orange “Every Town for Gun Safety Tshirt or other accessories at:
Wear Orange TeeWho should come to this event?
Everyone is welcome, not just students and teachers and their families. This is a family friendly event, and the more people who come together and show how strongly we feel about this issue, the better our voices will be heard.
Useful Links
March for Our Lives LA Website: http://www.MarchForOurLivesLA.com
March for Our Lives LA Eventbrite Page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/march-for-our-lives-los-angeles-tickets-43382254491
LA Democratic Party (LACDP) Facebook Page – Events: http://www.facebook.com/events/160988674604530/
Pacific Palisades Dem Club Bus & Location Info (Bus Sold Out): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bus-from-pacific-palisades-to-march-for-our-lives-event-tickets-44157783118
Info on March from Pacific Palisades Dem Club Website: http://www.PalisadesDemClub.org
How can I contact the organizers with questions or offers of help?
Join the Facebook group and ask your questions there to get the fastest response: https://www.facebook.com/events/1489561971152365/
Which hashtags should I use when I share this event with my friends on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook?
#NeverAgain #MarchForOurLivesRiverside #TasteofBroadway
As marchers, we control the story. With our collective voices we have the power to change the narrative in Washington so future, senseless tragedies don’t happen again.
https://medium.com/s/story/to-end-school-shootings-lets-call-on-one-of-our-greatest-superpowers-storytelling-c771edf9e5db
The Santa Monica March for our Lives is one of 832 “March for Our Lives” events, taking place on March 24 in Washington, DC and around the world. Bring posters, flyers, banners or anything else! For more info, go to www.MarchForOurLives.com. Go to their webpage. Under the “Marches” menu, look for “Sibling Marches”. You can then enter “Santa Monica” and it will bring up info on the Santa Monica march.
Video message from the Honorable Leon Panetta. Speakers: US Rep., the Hon.Ted Lieu; Jeremy Wolf, Office of State Sen. Henry Stern; Dayna Bochco, California Coastal Commissioner; Sarah Friedman, National Sierra Club Chair; Chad Nelson, Surfrider CEO; Nancy Hastings, OCEANA Southern California Organizer; Damian Nagami, Natural Resources Defense Council . Refreshments. Free Parking. RSVP’s appreciated: 310-457-2347, or loislane@headlines.org.
Mar
25
Sun
2018
Annual Membership Meeting, including election of new Officers and Board, takes place from 1-2 pm. An open reception and forum, where 9 of our elected and Democratic Party officials will speak, will be held from 2-4:30 pm. Food and refreshments will be served. For more information, including the programs and list of speakers, go to the “Annual Meeting” page of this website. Please join us. Look forward to seeing you there.
Apr
5
Thu
2018
Lance Simmens will examine media echo chambers, technological change, and seismic shifts in demographics in our nation, in an attempt to reflect on constitutional principles and restore confidence in leaders and government.
Simmens writes on contemporary political issues, guided by his senior level experience with two US Presidents, two US Senators, two prominent Governors, the US Conference of Mayors and the US Senate Budget Committee. Focusing primarily on environmental issues, Simmens has delivered over one hundred presentations worldwide on behalf of Al Gore’s Climate Reality Project. He regularly contributes to The Huffington Post and has numerous published works. Currently he resides in Malibu, California where he is active in local politics.
Lunch served.
May
2
Wed
2018
Board meetings are open to all members and interested Democrats.
May
19
Sat
2018
Henry Stern is asking all Malibu Democrats to join him this Saturday to walk, talk, and get out the vote for Katie Hill, in Santa Clarita.
Followed by a Party where Henry will BBQ for you!
Katie Hill is one of the Democratic Candidates running to flip CA’s 25th District for the US House of Representatives. CA-25 is one of the top 7 districts in the US to flip this November. It is the only congressional district covering part of LA that is represented by a Republican, incumbent US Rep. Steve Knight. In a recently released poll from an independent polling source “
http://www.ca-bam.com/about/“,
Katie is shown to beat incumbent Steve Knight in the general election by 13 points.Host: Senator Henry Stern
Where: Katie Hill for Congress HQ,
23120 Lyons Ave., Unit # 16, Newhall (Santa Clarita), CA
* Information on events for specific Democratic candidates is provided for those who are interested in attending these events. The Malibu Democratic Club is not endorsing candidates running against other Democrats during the primary season. We support all Democrats who are running, especially those who are attempting to flip red districts blue, or keep districts blue in close races.
Saturday, May 19, 2018, 2-4 pm
MEET KATIE HILL*
One of the Democratic Candidates Running to Flip CA’s 25th District for the US House of Representatives.
Hosts: Judy Hellinger, Sara Nichols, Jan Levine & Fran Diamond
Where: Pacific Palisades, address provided upon rsvp.
Suggested contribution levels:
Activist: $ 60 / Guest: $100 / Host: $250 / Friend: $500 / Sponsor: $1,000
Event Paid for by Katie Hill for Congress.
* Information on events for specific Democratic candidates is provided for those who may be interested in attending these events. The Malibu Democratic Club is not endorsing candidates running against other Democrats during the primary season. We support all Democrats who are running, especially those who are attempting to flip red districts blue, or keep districts blue in close races.
