A message from the Second Gentleman
Sunday 10/6 — Yes on Prop 1
Rescheduled from Sept 29th. Join GSD this Sunday in raising awareness for Prop 1, also referred to as the Equal Rights Amendment on November’s ballot. According to “Yes on Prop 1,” voting yes “would close those loopholes by prohibiting government discrimination based on a person’s ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, and sex—including LGBT, pregnancy, and abortion rights. It will ensure no one can be discriminated against for who they are.”
Sunday, October 6
12:00 – 2:00 pm
Grand & Clinton (in front of Citibank)
RSVP To volunteer: marion@grandstreetdems.nyc
NY Dems Voter Protection Initiative
NY Dems Voter Protection initiative is still looking for election day hotline monitors, and any licensed attorney can be a poll observer. They offer free training for both.
- Hotline Volunteers – Remote
The NY Dems Voter Assistance Hotline provides personalized voting information and real-time support to voters experiencing issues. Hotline volunteers can answer calls remotely from the comfort of home! We provide training on voting procedures, deadlines, and hotline technology, and a hotline captain will always be available to support you and help you troubleshoot during your shift.
- Poll Observer – In Person
Poll observers are our eyes and ears at poll sites across the state, ensuring proper voting procedures are followed. Observers are trained to spot, report, and resolve voting issues in real-time and are always supported by a dedicated team of lawyers and experienced voter protectors. Poll observers must be registered voters in the county of assignment and complete virtual training.
For more info: https://www.nydems.org/vopro
Yes on Prop 1
This Sunday – Join GSD in raising awareness for Prop 1, also referred to as the Equal Rights Amendment on November’s ballot. According to “Yes on Prop 1,” voting yes “would close those loopholes by prohibiting government discrimination based on a person’s ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, and sex — including LGBT, pregnancy, and abortion rights. It will ensure no one can be discriminated against for who they are.”
Sunday, September 29
12:00 – 2:00 pm
Grand & Clinton (in front of Citibank)
RSVP To volunteer: marion@grandstreetdems.nyc
High Priority Virtual Phone Bank — Every Day!
Join us to make calls for Kamala Harris and Democrats up and down the ballot! Very flexible schedule — every day 9:00 am – 11:00 pm.
Sessions start with a FULL TRAINING and an overview of the calls we are making that day. You can use a computer, tablet or smartphone to make calls, but we suggest joining our zoom with a computer or tablet for the best experience.
Canvass with Vote Blue – September 28 & 29
Vote Blue buses are selling out fast! Save your spot today to canvass September 28th and 29th.
September 28 — Buses to NY & NJ
One bus will be traveling to NY CD-4 to canvass for Congressional candidate Laura Gillen.
Our SECOND bus will travel to NJ CD-7 to campaign for Sue Altman, running to oust the Republican incumbent member of Congress.
September 29 — Bus to NY CD-17
The bus will be traveling to a competitive and crucial district in New York CD-17 to canvass for Mondaire Jones.
Canvasses will also support the Harris/Walz and Senate tickets. No experience necessary! Vote Blue will train you on the bus ride out, and will take excellent care of you from beginning to end. All you need to bring is a working, charged smartphone, comfortable shoes, and your own energy and enthusiasm.
Phone Bank Party with Sister District
Hosted by: GSD’s Emily Blank and Alec Appelbaum
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 28, 3-5p
WHERE: location upon RSVP
WHAT TO BRING: A laptop, a phone, and headphones. (It’s easiest to work with both a laptop and phone, but you can also just use your phone).
WE’LL PROVIDE: Snacks, scripts, training, paper, pens, and background materials.
HOW TO PREPARE: Create an ActionID account, if you don’t have one already.
RSVP by 9/20 alecappelbaum@gmail.com.
Text Bank with Voters of Tomorrow
Sun, Mon, Tues, & Wed!
Text young voters with Voters of Tomorrow ahead of the 2024 election! Note: On Tuesdays, we will be texting in coordination with the DCCC! Register here.
September General Meeting Recap
Assemblymember Grace Lee detailed Proposition 1, also called the Equal Rights Amendment, which will be on the ballot in November.
To raise awareness for Prop 1, GSD members will be tabling on Sunday, September 29th from 12 noon to 2:00 pm. Email marion@grandstreetdems.nyc to volunteer.
Councilmember Chris Marte went over several of the proposals that will also be on the ballot this upcoming election. GSD will send out more details in advance of early voting, but be prepared to Flip The Ballot!
Thank you to the home healthcare workers via Ain’t I A Woman, who bravely shared their stories of deplorable work conditions, which led to Councilmember Marte’s “No More 24 Act” (24 hour workday for home health providers) bill. They advocate tirelessly for City Council to pass Int 175.
Andrew Berman of Village Preservation shared VP’s view on rezoning with the “City of Yes” and how it affects the LES and broader NYC (less green space, air rights, less affordable housing).
GSD member Alec Appelbaum detailed canvassing and made it more accessible for hesitant first timers. Slots are still available for this Saturday, September 21st carpools to Bethlehem to doorknock forAnna Thomas (PA-137) with Sister District. Sign up to carpool here!
May Meeting With Marte
Thank you to our community for coming to our general meeting this past Monday, and for listening to our City Councilmember Christopher Marte and his Director of Land Use and Housing, Conor Allerton, talk about the “City of Yes” proposal (attached). They laid out the three main components of it: Carbon Neutrality, Economic Opportunity, and Housing Opportunity. They gave us the latest on the City Council’s perspective, including Councilmember Marte. We will keep our eyes open for changes to the proposal as it is readied for a vote and opportunities for public comment. We appreciate all of their work in deciphering this huge document and helping us understand it.
The Traffic Working Group provided an update on local traffic updates (report attached). We held our club vote to endorse President Biden, which passed unanimously. We also welcomed our two newest youth members who will work with Kim Sillen on furthering voter registration in New York City high schools.
Once again, please look out for our upcoming Primary Kick-off on June 11th from 6-8 pm in Hester Street Lot, where GSD will meet and hear from some of our endorsees for the June 25th Primar