Washington, D.C. Gertrude Stein Democratic Club http://www.steindemocrats.org/ en Copyright 2008 Mon, 21 Jan 2008 19:45:42 -0500 http://www.movabletype.org/?v=3.3-en-wheeljack-r1029-20070117 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Stein Club Supports Clinical Trial Bill  

Washington, DC – January 21, 2008 – The Gertrude Stein Democratic Club, the largest LGBT political organization in the District, submitted written testimony to the Council of the District of Columbia in support of the Clinical Trials Insurance Act of 2007.  Below is the text of the testimony.

 Testimony of the Gertrude Stein Democratic Club In Support of Bill 17-469, The Clinical Trials Insurance Coverage Act of 2007

 

Councilmember Mary Cheh

Committee on Consumer Affairs and Public Services

Chairman

1350 Pennsylvania Ave NW Suite 108

Washington DC, 20004

 

January 16, 2008

  

Dear Councilmember Cheh:

 

The Gertrude Stein Democratic Club, the largest LGBT political organization in the District of Columbia, supports the intent of Bill 17-469, the Clinical Trials Insurance Coverage Act of 2007.  We believe that this legislation will have a meaningful impact on the LGBT community in the District.    

 

This legislation will bring the District on par with several other jurisdictions and will ensure that all participants of clinical trials are treated fairly and equitably.  A study provided by the American Cancer Society suggests that a lack of insurance coverage is often a barrier for some patients who would otherwise be eligible to participate in a clinical trial.   In one specific survey, sixty percent (60%) of cancer patients said they feared having their insurance denied as a major reason for not signing up to take part in a clinical trial.

 

 

]]> http://www.steindemocrats.org/2008/01/stein_club_supp_2.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2008/01/stein_club_supp_2.php News Mon, 21 Jan 2008 19:45:42 -0500 Stein Club members Support Candidates But Offer No Endorsement Stein Club members commit to continue to support candidates and become involved in their campaigns

Washington, DC – January 16, 2008 – The Gertrude Stein Democratic Club (Stein Club), the largest LGBT political organization in the District, held a presidential endorsement at a packed meeting on January 14, 2008.    

In order to receive an official endorsement from the Stein Club, a candidate must receive at least 60% of the vote.  No one candidate received this minimum percentage during the first ballot, and the Stein Club voted not to have a run-off vote.   Therefore, the Stein Club will offer no formal endorsement in the Democratic presidential primary race.   

Official Results  

Senator Hillary Clinton received the majority of votes from Stein Club members present, 38 votes for 51%.  Senator Barack Obama received 31 votes for 41%.   John Edwards received 4 votes for 5%.  The remaining 3% was for 2 write-in candidates. 

]]> http://www.steindemocrats.org/2008/01/candidates_comp_1.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2008/01/candidates_comp_1.php News Wed, 16 Jan 2008 20:24:37 -0500 Minutes of October 15, 2007 Meeting http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/12/minutes_of_octo_2.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/12/minutes_of_octo_2.php Minutes Thu, 06 Dec 2007 17:14:35 -0500 Minutes of the August 13, 2007 http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/12/minutes_of_the_1.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/12/minutes_of_the_1.php Minutes Thu, 06 Dec 2007 17:10:56 -0500 Stein Club Testifies on Health Education Standards / DC State Board of Education Washington, DC – December 3, 2007 - The Gertrude Stein Democratic Club, the largest LGBT political organization in the District, testified at a hearing held by the DC State Board of Education on November 28 to consider the proposed health education standards for DC Public Schools.  Below is the text of our testimony.   

  ]]> http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/12/stein_club_test.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/12/stein_club_test.php News Mon, 03 Dec 2007 16:42:58 -0500 Stein Club Calls on Washington Nationals to Ensure Inclusion of Protections Covered by DC Human Rights Act Washington, DC - October 19, 2007 - The Gertrude Stein Democratic Club, the largest LGBT political organization in the District, passed a resolution at the October 15th meeting calling on the Washington Nationals to ensure that its Vendor Procurement Program nondiscrimination policy complies with the DC Human Rights Act.

In a letter sent to the Nationals’ President, Stan Kasten, the Stein Club informed the Nationals that its nondiscrimination policy did not include all protected classes covered by the DC Human Rights Act, especially LGBT protections such as sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. The Stein Club urged the Nationals to revise its policy to ensure it complies with the DC Human Rights Act and promptly distribute the inclusive policy to the public.

]]> http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/10/stein_club_call.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/10/stein_club_call.php News Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:33:20 -0500 Stein Club Affirms Support for ENDA Washington, DC - October 19, 2007 - The Gertrude Stein Democratic Club, the largest LGBT political organization in the District, passed a resolution at the October 15th meeting affirming its support for ENDA. The resolution also included the Stein Club urging Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton to work with her colleagues, as the ENDA legislation moves through the legislative process, to strive for the best possible legislation.

Below is the text of the letter sent to Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton.

]]> http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/10/stein_club_affi.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/10/stein_club_affi.php News Fri, 19 Oct 2007 15:36:26 -0500 Ward 7 Candidates - DC Council http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/09/ward_7_candidat.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/09/ward_7_candidat.php Top Fri, 21 Sep 2007 11:35:07 -0500 STEIN CLUB CONGRATULATES CHRISTOPHER DYER ON HIS APPOINTMENT AS DIRECTOR OF OFFICE OF LGBT AFFAIRS Washington, DC - September 10, 2007 - The Gertrude Stein Democratic Club (Stein Club), the largest LGBT political organization in the District, congratulates Stein Club member Christopher Dyer on his appointment as permanent director of the Mayor's Office of LGBT Affairs. Mayor Fenty announced the appointed of Christopher Dyer as permanent director on September 7, 2007. Christopher Dyer served as interim director of the Office of LGBT Affairs since February 2007.

Christopher Dyer is a longtime member of the Stein Club, and served as its Secretary in 2006. During his tenure as Interim Director, Mr. Dyer attended every Stein Club meeting and event, and worked closely with the Stein Club on several important initiatives such as the DC Voting Rights, the MPD's GLLU, and in meetings with Mayor Fenty and high-level officials from the Fenty Administration.

]]> http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/09/stein_club_cong_2.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/09/stein_club_cong_2.php News Mon, 10 Sep 2007 14:38:46 -0500 STEIN CLUB MOURNS PASSING OF CHERYL SPECTOR Washington, DC - September 6, 2007 - The Gertrude Stein Democratic Club (Stein Club), the largest LGBT political organization in the District, mourns the passing of Cheryl Spector, a longtime leader within the LGBT community and a member and supporter of the Stein Club.

Cheryl Spector was one of the most active community leaders dedicated to documenting the history, accomplishments, and contributions of the LGBT community in the District. She demonstrated unwavering commitment to building our community, mentoring leaders, and supporting many LGBT initiatives. The Stein Club joins our community in remembering Cheryl Spector and her life.

]]> http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/09/stein_club_mour_1.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/09/stein_club_mour_1.php News Thu, 06 Sep 2007 21:23:01 -0500 STEIN CLUB ANNOUNCES 31TH ANNIVERSARY AND LEADERSHIP AWARDS HONOREES Washington, DC - August 22, 2007 - The Gertrude Stein Democratic Club (Stein Club), the largest LGBT political organization in the District, today announced the 31th Anniversary and Leadership Awards honorees who will be recognized for their outstanding accomplishments and contributions to advance the LGBT community.

Event Information: (Please note change in date)

31st Anniversary and Leadership Awards
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Woman's National Democratic Club
1526 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Washington, DC

]]> http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/08/stein_club_anno.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/08/stein_club_anno.php News Wed, 22 Aug 2007 21:32:54 -0500 31st Anniversary Sponsorship Opportunities Presenting Sponsor ~~ $2,500-$5,000
  • Recognition in all event promotional materials and press releases
  • Name / logo placement on event invitation as presenting sponsor
  • Full-page event program recognition
  • Special recognition from stage, including remarks from representative
  • Recognition on event program and signage
  • 8 tickets to the Awards Reception

Equality Sponsor ~~ $1,000

  • Recognition in all event promotional materials
  • Verbal recognition from stage
  • Recognition on event program and signage
  • 6 tickets to the Awards Reception

Justice Sponsor ~~ $500

  • Recognition in all event promotional materials
  • Verbal recognition from stage
  • Recognition on event program and signage
  • 3 tickets to the Awards Reception

Freedom Sponsor ~~ $250

  • Verbal Recognition from stage
  • Recognition on event program and signage
  • 2 tickets to Awards Reception

To become a sponsor, please contact Mario at steinclubdc@aol.com

]]> http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/08/31sponsor.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/08/31sponsor.php Event Sponsor Wed, 22 Aug 2007 18:31:22 -0500 Minutes of June 18, 2007 Meeting http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/07/minutes_of_june_1.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/07/minutes_of_june_1.php Minutes Tue, 10 Jul 2007 18:10:49 -0500 Minutes of the May 14, 2007 Meeting http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/07/minutes_of_the.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/07/minutes_of_the.php Minutes Tue, 10 Jul 2007 10:04:02 -0500 STEIN CLUB MOURNS PASSING OF RICHARD RAUSCH Washington, DC - May 30, 2007 - The Gertrude Stein Democratic Club (Stein Club), the largest LGBT political organization in the District, mourns the passing of Richard Rausch, a founding member and longtime leader of the Stein Club. Richard Rausch was one of only three individuals honored by the Stein Club as an "Honorary Life Member" of the Club. The other Life Members are Dr. Frank Kameny and Club Founder Richard Maulsby.

Richard Rausch was an advisor and confidant to Stein Club leaders for many decades and a force to be reckoned with within the Stein Club and the DC political community. He served as the first openly gay member of the Democratic National Committee from the District of Columbia, Vice-Chair of the DC Democratic State Committee, and Chair of the Ward Six Democrats.

"Our community, and the entire DC political community, has lost a valued friend, a wise advisor and most of all, a fighting progressive. We miss Richard already, but we re-commit ourselves to fighting for the values and causes he held so dear," commented Mario Acosta-Velez, Stein Club President.

]]> http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/06/stein_club_mour.php http://www.steindemocrats.org/2007/06/stein_club_mour.php News Sat, 02 Jun 2007 17:35:38 -0500