2011 Spring Reception

2011 Spring Reception

The 2011 Fem Dems Spring Reception and Silent Auction was held Thursday, April 28th at the Barton Art Gallery in Sacramento.

We were pleased to award Speaker pro Tempore Fiona Ma the Honorary Fem Dem of the Year award for her tireless advocacy of electing women to office.

The 2011 Fem Dems Spring Reception and Silent Auction celebrated Democratic women in politics and provided an opportunity to meet, connect, and network in support of one another. All proceeds from the event will go to two new initiatives to support the cause of gender parity in politics:

1. The new Fem Dems PAC, which will support women candidates in their campaigns for elected office; and

2. A comprehensive, on-line directory of women in the business of getting Democratic women elected. 

We are pleased to provide this unique service free to the public to showcase the many women-owned political consulting, polling, fundraising and lobbying firms that have trail- blazed in this traditionally male profession. This wonderful resource will help women candidates and candidates who support women’s rights find a winning campaign team!

Thank you again to all who came and showed support.   

Thank you to our Sponsors & Friends:

  • Assemblymember Nancy Skinner
  • Gale Kaufman
  • Law Office of Amber Rose Maltbie
  • Leah Cox
  • Minas Photography
  • Oakland City Councilwoman Rebecca Kaplan
  • Shawnda Westly
  • Swanson Communication

Wine Tasting Fundraiser

Wine Tasting Fundraiser

2011 Wine Tasting Fundraiser

Thank you to all who joined us for our Fall into 2012 Fundraising event for the Fem Dems and to our generous sponsors for your continued support.

We were proud to announce the creation of our new PAC the Feminist Democrats of Sacramento.

The PAC will allow us to actively contribute to and support candidates  in order to provide candidate training and campaign support.

We are excited to be actively involved in the 2012 election cycle as we continue our mission and vision of more involvement of women in all levels of politics.

We believe that our State urgently needs more representation by women and that 2012 provides us a unique opportunity to encourage, promote and elect more women to public office.

Screening of Miss Representation

Screening of Miss Representation

Screening of Miss Representation

Thanks to all who came out to attend our special screening of the documentary Miss Representation! 

And special thanks to our co-sponsors : 

  • The Legislative Women’s Caucus
  • California Commission on the Status of Women
  • Manatt, Phelps & Phillips  


It is a great film to watch and share, especially as we head into the 2012 elections.

Candidate Training Boot Camp

Candidate Training Boot Camp

Our 2012 Boot Camp Graduates!

About the Boot Camp:

The inaugural Fem Dems candidate training Boot Camp was an exceptional opportunity for feminist Democrats who are candidates or considering running for office to learn the ins and outs of a campaign.  

California’s foremost political professionals  headlined a series of panel discussions and workshops on fundraising, election finance law, messaging, grassroots organizing, and social & new media.

Immediately following the boot camp was a reception for all members, attendees, panelists and sponsors at the Grange in Sacramento.  The reception offered everyone an opportunity to network with rising candidates, accomplished professionals, dedicated sponsors and the members of the Fem Dems who work tirelessly to to provide these kind of opportunities. 

About the Sponsorship Opportunities:

The Fem Dems offered exclusive sponsorship opportunities to leaders in business, politics, and the community.  

Sponsorship of the 2012 Fem Dems Campaign Boot Camp helps to amplify the voice of feminist Democrats in politics and provide a valuable atmosphere for women to meet, connect, and network to better support each other.

If you would still like to make a contribution to the Fem Dems, you may pay securely online through our Act Blue event page or make checks payable to:

Fem Dems of Sacramento
915 L Street, Suite C415
Sacramento, CA 95814   

2012 Fem Dems Boot Camp sponsors

The Fem Dems is dedicated to the vision of more involvement of women in all levels of politics. We believe that our State urgently needs more representation by women. Our boot camp is for like minded candidates running or thinking about running for local office. We will provide training to run a successful 2012 campaign so together we may bring diversity and equality to elected office.  

For more information,  email info@femdems.org 

 

Platinum

  • Dimare Van Vleck & Brown LLC
  • California Medical Association

 

Gold

  • Duffy and Capitolo
  • Maria & Jim Gonzlaez of Jim Gonzalez & Associates
  • MarketPlace Communications
  • Richard Harris

 

Silver

  • Amber Maltbie
  • CA Beer and Beverage Distributors
  • Deane & Company
  • Daniel C. Weitzman Consulting LLC
  • K Street Consulting
  • Kelly F. Rivas
  • Lori Nelson
  • Natalie LeBlanc
  • ROQ Strategies
  • Sean P. Farrell
  • Stratton Consulting

Unite Against the War on Women

Unite Against the War on Women

Unite Against the War on Women

On Saturday, April 28, 2012, in cities and Capitols across America, the Fem Dems helped organize the local march and rally here in Sacramento to Unite Against the War on Women.  April 28th was a day when Americans loudly denounced the ongoing attacks on women from the extreme right as well as to honored the diversity and continued fight for the freedom of women. 

The Fem Dems are proud to endorse this new and growing movement, 'Unite Women' and we are proud to have been a part of the organizing committee for the Sacramento march and rally.  

2014 Endorsements

2014 Endorsements

And the 2014 endorsement goes to.... 

 


Legislation
 

*elected/passed

 

Endorsed Candidates for ADEM Delegates

Are you a registered Democrat? Do you live in Assembly District 07, 08, 09? Vote for Fem Dems endorsed ADEM Delegates! 

The California Democratic Party will be convening ADEMs on Saturday January 10 and Sunday January 11, 2015, where 14 people (7 men / 7 women) from each Assembly District will be elected to represent their district as DSCC (Democratic State Central Committee) Delegates for both the 2015 and 2016 State Conventions.

Fem Dems has endorsed the following candidates in your Assembly District:

AD 07
Jann Dorothy
Sarah Kerber
Mario Guererro
Rosalyn VanBuren

AD 08
Tristan Brown

AD 09
Mike Hothi
Anna Molander

Let us know if you can come out on 1/10 & 1/11and vote for our endorsed candidate or if you have any questions! 

Please contact info@femdems.org with any questions or for more information.

2014 Candidate Questionnaire

  1. If you have a history of political activism on issues regarding women's rights/equity, please describe your most memorable/meaningful experience.
  2. What is your definition of feminism? How does your definition influence your decision making process?
  3. Do you support the Administration's decision to require employer's insurance plans to cover contraception with no co-pays, under health care reform? Do you believe an employer that is not a  religious institution has the right to refuse to cover contraception or any medication or medical procedure for their employees based on their religious or personal beliefs? Why or why not?
  4. What differentiates you from your opponent(s)?
  5. How will you improve our community?
  6. Give us an example of how you would change an existing policy to benefit women.
  7. How did you hear about the Fem Dems? Have you been involved with the Fem Dems before?

2013 Endorsements

2013 Endorsements

And the 2013 endorsement goes to.... 


Legislation


Sponsorship

  • Emerge CA Sacramento Reception
  • Stonewall Four Freedoms
  • Vagina Monologues
  • Planned Parenthood 'Toast it Up'


*elected/passe

2013 Candidate Questionnaire

  • If you have a history of political activism on issues regarding women's rights/equity, please describe your most memorable/meaningful experience.
  • What is your definition of feminism? How does your definition influence your decision making process?
  • Do you support the Administration's decision to require employer's insurance plans to cover contraception with no co-pays, under health care reform? Do you believe an employer that is not a  religious institution has the right to refuse to cover contraception or any medication or medical procedure for their employees based on their religious or personal beliefs? Why or why not?
  • What differentiates you from your opponent(s)?
  • How will you improve our community?
  • Give us an example of how you would change an existing policy to benefit women.
  • How did you hear about the Fem Dems? Have you been involved with the Fem Dems before?

2012 Endorsements

2012 Endorsements

AND THE 2012 ENDORSEMENT GOES TO...


Previously endorsed* candidates include:


Candidates for Sacramento City Charter Commission:

  • Alan Lafaso
  • David Ruff
  • Melanie Ramil
  • Neil Pople
  • Sarah Moussa
  • Tamie Dramer
  • Tamika L'Ecluse
  • Betty Williams
  • Anna Molander
  • Terry Schanz
  • Heather Fargo
  • Raquel Simental*
  • Shannon McKinley*

2012 CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE 

  1. If you have a history of political activism on issues regarding women's rights/equity, please describe your most memorable/meaningful experience.
  2. What is your definition of feminism? How does your definition influence your decision making process?
  3. Do you support the Administration's decision to require employer's insurance plans to cover contraception with no co-pays, under health care reform? Do you believe an employer that is not a  religious institution has the right to refuse to cover contraception or any medication or medical procedure for their employees based on their religious or personal beliefs? Why or why not?
  4. What differentiates you from your opponent(s)?
  5. How will you improve our community?
  6. Give us an example of how you would change an existing policy to benefit women.

If you would like to view a candidates response to the questionnaire, please email your request to: President@femdems.org