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The Clinton Democratic Club Monthly Newsletter

Volume 4, Issue 2 October 2012

President: Paul Vallone Past President: John Dorsa District Leaders: MaryAnn Dorsa Coordinator: Anna-Marie Vallone Secretary: Roxane Carrabis Treasurer: Michael Serao Editor: Breeana Mulligan

Clinton Democratic Club Welcomes Candidates for Congress and State Senate
The Clinton Democratic Club held its monthly meeting on Wednesday, October 17 at the law offices of Vallone & Vallone. With Election Day less than three weeks away, Candidates for Congress and State Senate spoke to members and explained the importance of this years election. Congressman Steve Israel, whose Congressional District will now expand into NorthPictured from Left: Past President John Dorsa, Congressman & Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Chairman Steve Israel, State Senator Tony Avella, SuperChef east Queens and is up for Kids Semifinalist & Former Clinton Club Kids Alessandra Ciuffo, District Leader MaryAnn re-election, urged memDorsa, CDC President Paul Vallone, Assemblywoman & Congressional Candidate Grace Meng, and the Clinton Club Kids. bers to continue President Not pictured: NYC Dept. of Buildings Queens Liaison Anthony Iuliano, Community Affairs Detective Kevin ODonnell of 109th Precinct and Crime Prevention Unit Officer Obamas messages from Anthony LoVerme of the 109th Precinct. the October 16 debate and vote on November 6. He insisted winning the races is not just about politics, however, but for the futures of our children and the middle class. State Senator Tony Avella, who is also up for reelection, asked for volunteers for his campaign and members support for legislation, including increased budgets for local programs, such as senior centers, Little Leagues, and illegal truck traffic prevention. Assemblywoman Grace Meng thanked the Vallone Family and members for their support of her groundbreaking Congressional campaign and explained her wishes to reform Congress, including womens rights and the equal tax code. Officer ODonnell thanked the Club for their annual candy donations that are distributed to over 500 children on Halloween. NYC Dept. of Buildings Queens Liaison Anthony Iuliano gave an update on ongoing local community construction projects and engaged in a helpful question and answer session with members. The Clinton Democratic Club will not meet in November but will still run its annual food collection. Donations will be given to St. Vincent de Paul and St. Andrew Avellino Homeless Shelter. Kindly drop off all donations at the offices of Vallone & Vallone, located at 25-59 Francis Lewis Blvd., until November 16.

Mark Your Calendars! November 6th: Election Day!!!!! December 12th: Holiday Party!

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Reminder: No meeting next month! We will be holding our Annual Food Drive. Please donate any nonperishable items to our office until Nov. 16.

State Senator Tony Avella Reaches Out to Members

As State Senator Avella seeks re-election, he not only asked for members support for his race but asked for support in important pieces of legislation. As budget cuts may force valuable societies such as Bayside Historical Society and Poppenhusen Institute to close, it is a wake up call for our elected officials to prioritize. State Senator Avella has proposed a lottery scratch off game to help fix the budget. Instead of using taxpayers money, money from this game would go right into the budget. State Senator Avella has also enforced to prevent illegal truck traffic and urged that the law must be obeyed by everyone.

Congressman Steve Israel Meets New Constituents

Congressman Steve Israel has served as a Long Island Congressman since 2001 but due to redistricting laws, he will represent part of Northeast Queens. As he seeks re-election on November 6, he explained the importance of this years election as it is critical for the middle class. Congressman Israel told a story of a gentleman who could not afford to donate to the Congressmans campaign but instead donated his fathers war bond from Guam. Congressman Israel noted that kind of dedication is what our country needs right now, and that dedication will be evident on Election Day. He added we all could do a little more to get our nation back on track.

Pictured: State Senator Tony Avella

Pictured: Congressman Steve Israel

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Assemblywoman Grace Meng Makes One Final Pitch

We will be holding a Holiday Party on Wednesday, Dec. 12 at Patrizias of Bayside. Stay tuned for details...
As we near Election Day, Assemblywoman Grace Meng asked for members continued support for her bid for Congress. She thanked the Clinton Democratic Club for having her and also thanked President Paul Vallone and the Vallone Family for helping her along the way. Assemblywoman Meng pledged to fight for more resources if elected; she vowed to fight for womens rights as well as tax code reform.

NYC Buildings Dept. Queens Liaison Anthony Iuliano Updates on Local Construction
NYC Buildings Department Queens Liaison Anthony Iuliano briefed members on whats happening with the Buildings Department and updated on local construction projects. As the Buildings Department remains very important to New Yorkers, Mr. Iuliano noted that Queens County makes up 50% of complaints to the department. Mr. Iuliano held a very engaging question and answer session and let members know he is always available should anyone need assistance.

Pictured: Assemblywoman / Democratic Candidate for Congress Grace Meng

Pictured: NYC Dept. of Buildings Queens Liaison Anthony Iuliano

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