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
Saturday, June 29, 2019, 4:00pm. Buy tickets here.At Ahrya Fine Arts by Laemmle 8556 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211. Just west of La Cienega. We suggest ride-sharing, carpools and looking at parking signs in the area. Limited metered parking is available. A suggested parking lot is at the La Cienega Tennis Center, 325 S. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, just a short walk from the theater.
Your ticket(s) will be mailed to you by Brown Paper Tickets unless you select Will Call.
Ticket: $20 One General Admission Ticket
Really Special Deal!$40 One General Admission ticket with one copy of Joy Reid’s The Man Who Sold America.
Is Donald Trump running the “longest con” in U.S. history? What will be left of America when he leaves office? How did we get here? Joy-Ann Reid examines why he succeeded, and whether America can undo the damage he has done.
Candidate Trump sold Americans a vision that was seemingly at odds with their country’s founding principles. Now in office, he’s put up a “for sale” sign– on the prestige of the presidency, on America’s global stature, and on our national identity. At what cost have these deals come? The Man Who Sold America delivers an urgent accounting of our national crisis from one of our foremost political commentators.
Three years ago, Donald Trump pitched millions of voters on the idea that their country was broken, and that the rest of the world was playing us “for suckers.” All we needed to fix this was Donald Trump, who rebranded prejudice as patriotism, presented diversity as our weakness, and promised that money really could make the world go ’round.
Trump made the sale to enough Americans in three key swing states to win the Electoral College. As president, Trump’s raft of self-dealing, scandal, and corruption has overwhelmed the national conversation.
What is the hidden impact of Trump, beyond the headlines? Through interviews with American and international thought leaders and in-depth analysis, Reid situates the Trump era within the context of modern history, examining the profound social changes that led us to this point.
(Text Courtesy of Amazon.com)
In conversation with political activist, producer, director and actor Rob Reiner. Reiner is an informed and brilliant moderator. He has played a part in some of the most iconic television shows and films for decades, from his role in All in the Familyto director of This is Spinal Tap, When Harry Met Sally, The Princess Bride and so many more.
ALL BOOKS MUST BE PICKED UP AT THE EVENT. WE DO NOT MAIL OR HOLD BOOKS.
Your ticket(s) will be mailed to the shipping address you listed. If you do not receive your ticket(s) in the mail, please contact Brown Paper Tickets at support@brownpapertickets.com. We can only refund orders if there has been a significant change made to an event, and we have announced that refunds are available. We cannot offer any refunds or exchanges due to scheduling conflicts, location change, illness or other personal issues.
The Pacific Palisades July 4 Americanism Parade is one of the best and most fun July 4 parades in LA, and indeed, one of the best July 4 Parades in the nation.
It’s a joy to watch, the perfect way to celebrate July 4.
BUT EVEN BETTER!THIS YEAR YOU CAN BE IN THE PARADE!
The Pacific Palisades Democratic Club is one of the community groups walking in the Parade, and invites all Dems to walk with them in this years’ Pacific Palisades July 4 Parade. You can bring your children if they are able to do the walk – about 1.5 – 2.0 miles.
IF YOU WANT TO BE IN THE PACIFIC PALISADES PARADE WITH THE PACIFIC PALISADES DEMOCRATIC CLUB, YOU NEED TO RSVP asap.To RSVP: Click Here *** Please also be sure to read important Participant Information Below.****
Started in 1948, the Palisades Parade starts with skydivers, and has over 100 groups, including great marching bands from all over the country, equestrian units, celebrities, elected officials and many community groups, children, and one of the best groups, “The Patriotic Pups” (Palisadians dress up their dogs for July 4 to be in the “Patriotic Pups” section of the Parade.
DRESS CODE FOR PARADE PARTICIPANTS: Wear red, white &/or blue. OR you can wear the Pacific Palisades Democratic Club T-shirt. You can buy a PPDC T-shirt by emailing Info@PalisadesDemClub.org . Please specify your size(s) (XL, L, M, S). If still available, PPDC T-shirts can be bought when you arrive at the parade, but cash only and exact change will be needed ($ 25.) If you pick your t-shirt up at the Parade, women can wear tank tops, etc., and slip t-shirt over if desired
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Check the weather forecast on July 4 to see how hot it will be. Wear Comfortable Shoes. Bring Water, and Sunscreen and/or a Hat or Parasol.
NOTE FOR THOSE IN THE PARADE: The Pacific Palisades July 4 Americanism Parade is a celebration where all in the community come together to celebrate July 4 and the founding of our great nation. It’s a community, non-political, non-partisan event, where the community celebrates each other, our country and the holiday. The PPDC participates as part of the community. Rather than a protest march, this is a day of celebration. So issue or protest signs or T-shirts are not appropriate. This is a time when Dems can come together, have some fun, and celebrate the democracy that we were so lucky to inherit, and we will always fight to protect.
SCHEDULE FOR PARADE PARTICIPANTS
1:00 pm: Arrive and Park.
1:30 pm: Those walking in the parade with the PPDC are to meet at 1:30 pm at the intersection of Via de la Paz & De Paux
1:50 pm: Skydivers Begin Parade at Sunset & Drummond
2:00 pm:Parade Begins
4:00 pm:Estimated end of Parade
PACIFIC PALISADES JULY 4 STREET CLOSINGS
Morning from 4:00 A.M. until 11:30 A.M. (5K/10K route):
La Cruz Drive from Swathmore Avenue to Sunset Blvd.
Alma Real Drive, from La Cruz Drive to Altata Drive
Corona Del Mar, from Altata Drive to Chautauqua Blvd.
Toyopa Drive, from Corona Del Mar to W. Pampas Ricas Blvd.
E. Pampas Ricas Blvd., from El Cerco Place to Sunset/Chautauqua Blvd.
W. Pampas Ricas Blvd., from Sunset Blvd. to El Cerco Place
Toyopa Drive, from Pampas Ricas Blvd. to Alma Real Drive
Drummond Street, from Ocampo Drive to Sunset Blvd.
Sunset Blvd., from Drummond Street to Amalfi Drive
Will Rogers State Park Road from Sunset Blvd. to State Park Entry Gate
Chautauqua Blvd., from Sunset Blvd. to Drummond Street
Drummond Street, from Chautauqua Blvd. to Sunset Blvd.
Sunset Blvd., from Drummond Street to La Cruz Drive/Monument Street
Carey Street, from Sunset Blvd. to Toyopa Drive
Ocampo Drive, from Alma Real Drive to Drummond Street
Afternoon from 12 Noon to 4:00 P.M. (Parade assembly and disbanding areas):
Hartzell Street from Sunset Blvd. to Albright Street
Albright Street, from Hartzell Street to Via de la Paz
Haverford Avenue, from Temescal Canyon Road to Antioch Street
Via de la Paz, from Via de las Olas to Bowdoin St.
Antioch Street, from Sunset Blvd.to Haverford Avenue
Bowdoin Street, from Via de la Paz to Swarthmore Avenue
Carthage Street, from Via de la Paz to Swarthmore Avenue
DePauw Street, from Haverford Avenue to Swarthmore Avenue
Earlham Street, from Beirut Avenue to Lombard Avenue
Friends Street, from Beirut Avenue to Lombard Avenue
Via de las Olas, from Beirut Avenue to Lombard Avenue
Swarthmore Avenue, from Bowdoin Street to Monument Street
La Cruz Drive, from Swarthmore Avenue to Ocampo Drive
Alma Real Drive, from La Cruz Drive to Ocampo Drive (through 5 P.M.)
Ocampo Drive, from Alma Real Drive to Drummond Street
• Drummond Street, from Sunset Blvd. to Ocampo Drive
Afternoon from 1:15 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. (Parade route):
Via De La Paz, from Bowdoin St. to Albright St.
Sunset Blvd., from Temescal Canyon Road to Hartzell St.
Drummond Street, from Sunset Blvd. to Ocampo Drive
Toyopa Drive, from Pampas Ricas to Alma Real Drive
Ocampo Drive, from Pampas Ricas to Alma Real Drive
Evening from 5:00 P.M. to 10:30 P.M. (Concert and Fireworks):
• Bowdoin Street, west from Temescal Canyon Road to Erskine Drive.
Evening from 8:00 P.M. to 9:45 P.M. (Concert and Fireworks):
• Erskine Drive between El Medio and Miami Way.
Evening from 8:55 P.M. to 9:35 P.M. (Fireworks):
• Temescal Canyon Road between Pacific Coast Highway and Bowdoin Street
(per request of LAFD, for emergency vehicle access/exit for area).
The 4th in our “Meet the Candidate” Series will feature Presidential Candidate, Washington State Governor Jay Inslee. Gov. Inslee will come to the Palisades to meet the community and answer your questions. The “Meet the Candidate” events are designed to provide you the opportunity to meet the Democratic Presidential candidates in person. We believe there is a qualitative difference between meeting a candidate in person and getting an impression on television.
Hosts: Malibu Democratic Club, Pacific Palisades Democratic Club, Santa Monica Democratic Club & West LA Democratic Club
When: Monday, July 22. Doors Open at 4:30 pm. Program begins at 5:00 pm.
Inslee served 7 terms in the US Congress, before being elected Governor of Washington in 2012. Inslee has long supported policies that would reverse climate change and create a strong, green economy. This will be his top priority if elected President. Inslee believes Washington State shows the economic power of progressive action. During Inslee’s tenure as Governor, Washington state has become first in job, wage, and GDP growth. It is the only state to rank as both the best place to work, and the best place to do business. As Governor, he has signed laws that (1) invest in public education, (2) significantly increased the state minimum wage, (3) provide sick leave for all workers, (4) provide 12 weeks of family leave for new parents, (5) invest in green infrastructure and jobs; (6) change the protocols for use of deadly force by the police, (7) implement a buy-back program from bum-stocks, (8) implement a suite of clean energy laws, and (9) improve mental health care, among other things. In the US House of Representatives, Inslee voted for the Federal Assault Weapons Ban in 1994 and against the war in Iraq in 2002.
Hosts: Santa Monica Democratic Club, Malibu Democratic Club, Pacific Palisades Democratic Club, West LA Democratic Club, the Bern Democratic Club, The Progressive Democrats of the Santa Monica Mountains and the Bernie Sanders campaign.
***Arrive early as this event WILL reach capacity.***Overflow seating will be available at Barnum Hall.
Where: Santa Monica High School, Memorial Greek Amphitheater,
601 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
Public Transport: Check Google maps for bus & metro info. Closest Metro Stop: Expo Line, “Downtown Santa Monica” station (at Santa Monica Place).
Parking: Civic Center Parking Structure, 330 Olympic Dr, Santa Monica (3 min. walk)
This is the 5th in our “Meet the Candidate” Series, designed to enable you to meet the Democratic Presidential candidates in person. There is a qualitative difference between meeting a candidate in person and getting an impression on tv. Hope you can make it.
Volunteer Information
for the July 26 Bernie Event
Volunteer Captains
10 more Captains needed to lead Volunteer Groups
(start by signing up as a volunteer with the link below).
(To volunteer, you’ll need to be available at the times below.)
Friday, July 26, 2019
Volunteer Training
2:30PM Team Captains
3:00PM General Volunteer
4:30PM Doors Open
6:00PM Event Starts
9:00PM Event Finishes
* The Santa Monica Democratic Club, like other Democratic Clubs, has not yet endorsed a Democratic Presidential candidate. The “Meet the Candidate” events are to give our members and voters the opportunity to meet the candidates in person.
Two nights, July 30 & 31!This is the info for July 30!
CNN Moderators: Dana Bash, Don Lemon and Jake Tapper
First Night Debaters: Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Pete Buttigieg, Beto O’Rourke, Amy Klobuchar, Marianne Williamson, John Delaney, John Hickenlooper, Tim Ryan, Steve Bullock.
A landmark on Santa Monica Pier, at the west end of the historic Route 66, Rusty’s Surf Ranch was selected “Most Loved Pier Business” two years in a row. Rusty’s (and The Albright) are part of the historical fabric of our community activism. The Save the Pier! movement at Al’s Kitchen (now The Albright) was ground zero for our progressive values that helped shape our city and the nation.
Please join us at 4:00 for Happy Hour drinks and classic American food and a welcome from Rusty Hicks, chair of the California Democratic Party and Mark Gonzalez, Chair of Los Angeles California Democratic Party as well as some surprise guests!
Free admission. Pier parking lots, Ocean Avenue meters, Parking structure 1 at SM Place and Metro Expo line a short walk to Pier.
Hosted by Westside Democratic HQ:
Heart of LA, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, Stonewall, West LA and Westchester-Playa Democratic Clubs! Open to All!
PleaseRSVPfor Night 1
PLEASE JOIN US!!
(For Night 2 of this round of Presidential debates,
CNN Moderators: Dana Bash, Don Lemon and Jake Tapper
Second Night Debaters: Joseph R. Biden, Kamala Harris, Julián Castro, Andrew Yang, Cory Booker, Jay Inslee, Kirten Gillibrand, Tulsi Gabbard, Michael Bennet, Bill di Blasio
In its 100 years, this bar, formerly called Menotti’s Buffet – the oldest bar in Venice, and one of the oldest in great Los Angeles area – has always kept the party going. Located in the basement of Townhouse in Venice, the Del Monte Speakeasy has been a hidden hideout since 1915. During Prohibition, Townhouse secretly operated the space located underneath a grocery store that served illegal hooch smuggled from the former Abbot Kinney Pier through underground tunnels
Large Screen TV. Plenty of seating. Free Admission. Complimentary Pizza and Desserts.
(Donations accepted!) No-host Bar @ Happy Hour prices. Metered parking on Windward and in surrounding areas, free after 6 p.m.