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- We intend to bring together activists, bloggers, and voters to work toward progressive political change in Arizona.
- By sharing information and keeping each other informed, we can coordinate efforts to promote progressive causes and candidates.
- We hope to provide a forum for local Democratic candidates to present their positions on issues of concern to Arizonans.
- Anyone who shares our goals is welcome to join and contribute.
- The age of open source politics is here. Lobbyists and special interests have run Arizona for too long.
- Let's take back Arizona from the big money special interests and the right wing crazies!
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Drinking Liberally Phoenix
Every Other Thursday
6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
George and Dragon
4240 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ
Drinking Liberally Tempe
Every Friday
5:30 PM onward
El Penasco
19 E. Broadway
Tempe, AZ
Drinking Liberally Scottsdale
Last Friday of Month
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Epicurean Wine Bar
7101 E. Thunderbird Rd
Scottsdale, AZ
Drinking Liberally Tucson
Thursday Nights
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
The Shanty on 4th Ave.
Tucson, AZ
Drinking Liberally Flagstaff
2nd Thursday of Month
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Bigfoot Bar B Que
120 N Leroux St, basement
Flagstaff, AZ
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Thu Oct 01, 2009 at 18:13:31 PM MDT
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The GOP cocktail hour known as "Politics on the Rocks" is having a fundraiser for Arizona Right to Life this evening. As you may have heard, the founder of this group,Charles Jensen, was recently embarrassed to find his name on the list of clients for a major prostitution ring called Desert Divas. Jensen denies that he ever used the services of Desert Divas, but some say his alibi is more full of holes than swiss cheese. Meanwhile, State Treasurer Dean Martin has canceled his scheduled appearance at a "Politics on the Rocks" event and prominent members of the board of directors for the group have resigned, including KFYI talker Mike Broomhead. GOP candidates for governor Vernon Parker and John Munger have resigned from the organization's board as well. They're obviously not waiting for the other shoe to drop and you can't be too careful these days.
Anyways, back to the AZ Right to Life fundraiser...
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Tue Sep 15, 2009 at 21:02:52 PM MDT
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Get the real scoop on health care reform from some people who know.
This month the Foothills Democrats presents a panel of experts, including Dr. Michael Sills, one of our members, Ashley Pinedo of Organizing for America, Peter Cerchiari of Arizonan's for Responsible Health Care, and others.
Don't miss what is sure to be an enlightening, intelligent discussion of the issue that President Obama wants resolved by Christmas.
Mark your calendar:
Sept. 24th at 7:00 p.m.
Legend Trail Community Center
34575 N Legend Trail Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ
Let Mark Kahnke know you can attend: info@foothilldemocrats.org
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Wed Jul 08, 2009 at 20:56:30 PM MDT
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"Public Option Now!"
Health Care Rally in Phoenix
Where: Sen. John McCain's District Office,
5353 North 16th Street, Suite 105, Phoenix, AZ
When: Thursday, Jul. 9, 2009, at 12:00 PM
Why: Key Senate votes on health care are coming next week. So we're rallying at Senator John McCain's office to urge him to fight for a strong public health insurance option. We'll hear from speakers with firsthand stories about the health care crisis and deliver a massive petition to the senator's staff.
Sponsored by MoveOn.org
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Mon Jun 29, 2009 at 22:05:12 PM MDT
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There will be a Healthcare MegaForum on Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at the Windham Hotel in downtown Phoenix.
Cash donations accepted at the door
Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Time: 7 - 10 p.m.
Where: The Wyndham Phoenix Hotel
50 E. Adams Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Don't sit idly by while healthcare reform laws are written for you. Help shape the debate!
Keynote Speakers
•Donna Smith - California Nurses Association
•Kyrsten Sinema - AZ State Representative
We will also have a call-in by John Conyers, and perhaps even Howard Dean.
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Sun May 03, 2009 at 18:35:31 PM MDT
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Jeff Farias will be back on the Phoenix airwaves on KXXT (1010 on your AM dial) starting this Monday, May 4th from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Jeff's show will air Monday through Friday at these times. The call in number is (602) 296-3632
For more details, check out Jeff's website where you can also stream him live. KXXT is, ironically, the station where liberal talk radio and Jeff Farias first got started here in Phoenix.
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Sat May 02, 2009 at 11:30:25 AM MDT
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Because man does not live by politics alone.
Tomorrow, May 3rd, Art in Phoenix is sponsoring a free arts expo at 4700 N. Central Ave. in Phoenix. This is at about Central and Highland (just S. of Camelback).
Events start at 12pm and run to around 5pm. There will at least 30 artists, music, live entertainment at 2pm and food vendors. Should be fun.
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Wed Oct 15, 2008 at 12:06:30 PM MDT
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The final Debate Watch Party will be held on Wednesday, October 15th at 5:30pm at El Penasco Restaurant, 19 E. Broadway in Tempe (SE corner of Broadway and Mill).
Come join us and meet your fellow progressives.
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Sat Oct 11, 2008 at 00:22:49 AM MDT
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JOIN US for an OBAMA RALLY and
Door-to-Door CANVASS
DATE: SATURDAY OCTOBER 11
TIME: 9AM - 12PM
LOCATION: 6055 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix
BE A PART OF HISTORY
Lawn signs, buttons, bumper stickers and T-shirts AVAILABLE!
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Sat May 24, 2008 at 16:38:23 PM MDT
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Bush and McCain are on the run from the OUR protest of THEIR endless war!
So, PROTEST PRESIDENT BUSH's APPEARANCE IN MESA at Defense Contractor Silverado Cable Company this Tuesday, May 27th from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. We will meet at the corner of 1st Avenue and Dobson Rd. (south of Main Street and Dobson Road) in Mesa.
Parking is available in the shopping mail on Dobson between Main and 1st Avenue in Mesa.
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Rally at César Chávez Memorial Plaza in Phoenix
Entertainment and speakers!
Washington Street at Second Avenue (in front of Phoenix City Hall) from 4:00 - 5:30 PM - Tuesday, May 27.
Join us at a rally where we anticipate a disconcerting sight: McCain in Bed with Bush!
From 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. Help us chase embedded McCain and Bush out of Phoenix.
March down Adams Street to the Phoenix Convention Center (Second Street between Adams and Monroe).
Park on the street (free after 5 pm) or in surrounding parking garages.
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Thu May 22, 2008 at 14:32:50 PM MDT
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The Phoenix Chapter of Drinking Liberally meets every other Thursday at Rosie McCaffrey's at 906 E Camelback Rd and guess what day it is? It's that Thursday!
So if you're in the vicinity, please feel free to join us for a brewski and banter. Starts at 5:30pm and we'll be at the big table in the rear with our DL sign prominently displayed.
Our humble host of Drinking Liberally, The Desert Rat, has a birthday coming up soon, so stop by and wish Stu a happy birthday. Stu is the guy who sends out the biweekly email invite for DL along with his snarky summary of the news. If you're not on our email list, his latest missive can be found below the jump.
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Tue May 20, 2008 at 23:06:49 PM MDT
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On Tuesday May 27th Shrub will be in Phoenix raising money for Senator McSame (VIP $25,000 per couple). Let's be there to greet them!
Join Thousands At The Downtown Phoenix Convention Convention Center
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Mon Mar 31, 2008 at 23:02:02 PM MDT
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Ray McGovern, a 27 year veteran CIA analyst who has briefed seven presidents, will speak at Grace Lutheran Church (1124 N. 3rd St.) in Phoenix on Friday, April 11th from 6:30-8:30 pm. McGovern has defied the Bush Administration to tell the truth about our involvement in Iraq and Iran.
Ticket are $14.80 online at speakthetruthtopower.com or $20 at the door. Student admission is $10. Call (480) 650-0746 for more details.
Co-sponsored by Arizona Alliance for Peace & Justice, Phoenix PDA, Ronn Lavit, Esprit Decor Gallery, and 1480 KPHX.
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Sun Feb 24, 2008 at 19:53:34 PM MST
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Just say no to Sheriff Joe!
Tired of the antics and shameless publicity stunts? Tired of paying for lawsuits against Maricopa County? Are you ready for a real sheriff, instead of someone who just plays one on TV?
Come meet Dan Saban who is running against incumbent Joe Arpaio for Maricopa County Sheriff.
Tuesday, Feb. 26th from 7-9pm at the home of Kit Filbey and Paul Ingle 3409 E. Downing St, Mesa AZ
RSVP at 480-981-5300
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Sun Feb 24, 2008 at 19:45:36 PM MST
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On Monday Feb. 25th:
The Greater Phoenix Chapter of PDA will meet at My Mother's, 4130 N. 19th Avenue
Socializing at 6pm
Meeting begins at 6:30pm
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Wed Sep 26, 2007 at 21:02:21 PM MDT
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For those of you not on the mailing list, there will be no Drinking Liberally this Thursday, September 27th due to illness in the Desert Rat family. Our next get together will be two weeks from Thursday on October 11, 2007.
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Mon Jun 25, 2007 at 22:56:12 PM MDT
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War Crimes and Civil Disobedience from Vietnam to Iraq.
Wednesday, June 27th
Carnegie Center - Library
1101 West Washington St, Phoenix
(Parking garage NE corner Washington and 10th Ave. Street parking on 10th Ave. and 11th Ave. by Carnegie Center Library)
6:30 p.m. Doors open
7:00 p.m. Forum Speakers - Q&A
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Wed Jun 13, 2007 at 09:21:59 AM MDT
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You Are Invited To A Special Screening Of "Serenity"
Thursday, June 21, 2007
7 p.m. at Harkins Centerpoint 11
730 South Mill Avenue
Tempe, Arizona 85281
Doors open at 6pm
Tickets on-sale at all Arizona Bookmans locations and are $10 a piece, $12 at the door.
The annual screening of the Joss Whedon film, "Serenity" is part of a global fund-raising effort for his favorite charity, Equality Now.
Arizona screenings are June 21 in Tempe and June 23 in Tucson. Joss Whedon is responsible for "Buffy, the Vampire Slayer," "Angel," "Firefly," "Serenity."
A global charity event for the women's rights advocacy group Equality Now with a portion of the proceeds benefiting local charities GIFT (Growth Improvement for Female Teens) and The Women's Foundation of Southern Arizona.
Presented by the Arizona Browncoats with Harkins Theatres and The Loft Cinema.
Sponsored by Bookmans Entertainment Exchange.
More info here.
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Tue Apr 17, 2007 at 18:44:05 PM MDT
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DFA-MC Presents
Celebrate & Launch `08 Dinner
with
Jeff Farias, Randy Camacho, Corey Woods
and a special surprise guest
Emceed by Cynthia Black
May 20, 2007
Sunday 4pm to 6pm
RigaTony's Restaurant
223 E. Brown Rd. Mesa, AZ 85201
Featuring a 3 course dinner, cash bar, a silent auction and 50/50 raffle.
Find out more at http://www.dfa-mc.or...
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Fri Jan 19, 2007 at 19:00:47 PM MST
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The 2007 Arizona Democratic Party State Committee Reorganization Meeting is on January 20, 2007 at the Wyndham Hotel in Downtown Phoenix.
The meeting will run from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Saturday, January 20 at 1:00 PM
Duration: 4 hours
Host: Toni M. Morales
Location:
Wyndham Hotel, Phoenix (Phoenix, AZ)
50 East Adams Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Wed Jan 03, 2007 at 17:15:41 PM MST
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Initiated by Robyn & Serena of the AZ Student Association
Come to FEZ (3815 N Central Ave) and get a change to meet other Arizona progressive hacks, activists, politicos, and assorted groupies on January 4th from 5:30 to 8:30 pm.
The elections are over, and we have a few short weeks until the legislative session starts. What better time to get together and have some drinks and chat it up?
This will be the first of many Progressive Happy Hours so spread the word to all your progressive friends, acquaintances, or people you have been meaning to get to know better.
(cross posted from Spidelblog)
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