Treasure Island Commissioner Gail Caldwell has been endorsed by the Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County.   She needs your support to help lead her campaign to victory!  If you would like to donate to Gail’s campaign, click here

To get involved in Brooke’s campaign or to make a donation, please visit www.brooke2012.com.

Annual
Holiday Party

Wednesday, December 14, 2011
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Beaks Old Florida Tavern

2451 Central Avenue in St. Petersburg

Join the members of the Stonewall Democrats as we share the spirit of
the holiday season with our elected officials, Party leaders, and other
friends.

Cash bar. Hors d’oeuvres provided through the
generous support of our event sponsor –

Rick Kriseman and
the law firm of Lucas, Green & Magazine,
a professional member of the
Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County.

Please let us know you if you plan to attend by
emailing us at info@stonewallpinellas.org or through the “Contact Us”
link on our website (www.stonewallpinellas.org). For information about
the Stonewall Democrats, our professional members and professional
membership, visit our website!
 

Paid for by the Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County. Contributions to the Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County are not tax deductible. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate’s committee

Last night we had several victories in St. Petersburg and Largo!  Steve Kornell and Wengay Newton were both re-elected to the St. Petersburg City Council and will be joined by Charlie Gerdes who won the District 1 seat. 
Congratulations to these great pro-equality public servants!   

We also made history in Largo!  Anti-equality incumbent Mary Gray Black, who has served stints on the Largo City Commission since the 1970′s where she championed anti-equality causes, was unseated by Michael Smith!  Not only has Mary Gray Black been replaced, but she’s been replaced by someone who represents everything she has championed against.   With your help, we have sent a message to Largo that anti-equality views are not going to be accepted. Michael will give a “new voice” to the residents of Largo, and we look forward to this tremendous change! 

Pinellas County now has three openly-LGBT elected officials who are members of the Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County:  St. Petersburg City Councilman Steve Kornell, Treasure Island Commissioner Gail Caldwell, and now a Largo City Commissioner Michael Smith!  Because of your votes, support, and hard work, we also have many allies!

If you are not a member, please consider joining the Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County TODAY and help us continue to elect pro-equality Democrats!
 
Click Here to JOIN TODAY!

The Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County Announce Endorsements for
St. Petersburg City Council and Largo City Commission

Charlie Gerdes, St. Pete City Council District 1
Charlie Gerdes is strong in his message that he wants to represent all of St. Petersburg. Our membership appreciated Charlie Gerdes approach to issues regarding equality as well as his vision for St. Pete. We are proud to recommend Charlie Gerdes for St. Petersburg City Council District 1. (Note: Mr. Gerdes was previously endorsed by the Stonewall Democrats for the August 30 primary, along with Josh Shulman.)

Councilman Steve Kornell, St. Pete City Council District 5
Councilman Kornell received the support of the Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County during his race in 2009, and we are proud to support him once again. As the newest member to the St. Petersburg City Council, Councilman Kornell has been one of our strongest leaders offering new ideas, common sense approaches, and advocating for the people. His campaign is just as strong as it was in 2009, and we’re proud to recommend Councilman Kornell once again for St. Petersburg City Council District 5. (Note: There have been rumors that Councilman Kornell has won his election after his opponent dropped out of the race. This is not the case. Councilman Kornell will be on the ballot against a “New Election”, so it’s extremely important that we turn out the vote to ensure victory in this race! Councilman Kornell has also been endorsed by the Victory Fund and Equality Florida as well as the Suncoast PBA, Firefighters, Labor Unions, Congresswoman Kathy Castor and numerous other organizations and individuals.) www.votekornell.com

Councilman Wengay Newton, St. Pete City Council District 7
Councilman Newton received the support of the Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County during his race in 2007, and since that time has been an ally for the Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County. Although the Stonewall Democrats appreciate that his opponent Gershom Faulkner also sought the organization’s endorsement, members felt that Councilman Newton has a stronger record of support for the LGBT community. The Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County feel it is vital to elect public servants who will represent all residents fairly and without prejudice. We are proud to once again recommend Councilman Newton for St. Petersburg City Council District 7. (Councilman Newton has also been endorsed by the Firefighters.)

Michael Smith, Largo City Commission
Michael Smith is a candidate for Largo City Commission, facing an outspoken, anti-equality, career politician Mary Gray Black. Our membership believes that the City of Largo deserves a fresh voice on the Largo City Commission. Michael Smith is running a strong campaign in Largo, has an exciting vision for the City, and will represent the City of Largo well. At our endorsement meeting, our membership and the Stonewall PAC contributed $1,000 for Michael’s campaign, and we are proud to support his efforts to serve the residents of Largo. (Michael Smith has also been endorsed by the Victory Fund, Equality Florida, Firefighters, and Pinellas School Board Member Linda Lerner.) www.smithforlargo.com

“These candidates have expressed solid support for equality”, said Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County President Rick Boylan, “Our membership is proud to recommend each of these candidates to voters.”

The Stonewall Democrats recommendation brings a commitment from the organization to promote the candidates to the group’s membership, the LGBT community and allies. The organization will also direct efforts toward canvassing, phone banking, and assistance with fundraising for targeted candidates.

  We will have TWO guest speakers at 
Thursday’s meeting that you
DON’T WANT TO MISS: 
Largo City Commission Candidate Michael Smith
 and
Jason Smith from the Labor Union IBEW Local 824 and Awake The State
 

The Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County Announce Endorsements for
St. Petersburg City Council and Largo City Commission

Charlie Gerdes, St. Pete City Council District 1
Charlie Gerdes is strong in his message that he wants to represent all of St. Petersburg. Our membership appreciated Charlie Gerdes approach to issues regarding equality as well as his vision for St. Pete. We are proud to recommend Charlie Gerdes for St. Petersburg City Council District 1. (Note: Mr. Gerdes was previously endorsed by the Stonewall Democrats for the August 30 primary, along with Josh Shulman.)

Councilman Steve Kornell, St. Pete City Council District 5
Councilman Kornell received the support of the Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County during his race in 2009, and we are proud to support him once again. As the newest member to the St. Petersburg City Council, Councilman Kornell has been one of our strongest leaders offering new ideas, common sense approaches, and advocating for the people. His campaign is just as strong as it was in 2009, and we’re proud to recommend Councilman Kornell once again for St. Petersburg City Council District 5. (Note: There have been rumors that Councilman Kornell has won his election after his opponent dropped out of the race. This is not the case. Councilman Kornell will be on the ballot against a “New Election”, so it’s extremely important that we turn out the vote to ensure victory in this race! Councilman Kornell has also been endorsed by the Victory Fund and Equality Florida as well as the Suncoast PBA, Firefighters, Labor Unions, Congresswoman Kathy Castor and numerous other organizations and individuals.) www.votekornell.com

Councilman Wengay Newton, St. Pete City Council District 7
Councilman Newton received the support of the Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County during his race in 2007, and since that time has been an ally for the Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County. Although the Stonewall Democrats appreciate that his opponent Gershom Faulkner also sought the organization’s endorsement, members felt that Councilman Newton has a stronger record of support for the LGBT community. The Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County feel it is vital to elect public servants who will represent all residents fairly and without prejudice. We are proud to once again recommend Councilman Newton for St. Petersburg City Council District 7. (Councilman Newton has also been endorsed by the Firefighters.)

Michael Smith, Largo City Commission
Michael Smith is a candidate for Largo City Commission, facing an outspoken, anti-equality, career politician Mary Gray Black. Our membership believes that the City of Largo deserves a fresh voice on the Largo City Commission. Michael Smith is running a strong campaign in Largo, has an exciting vision for the City, and will represent the City of Largo well. At our endorsement meeting, our membership and the Stonewall PAC contributed $1,000 for Michael’s campaign, and we are proud to support his efforts to serve the residents of Largo. (Michael Smith has also been endorsed by the Victory Fund, Equality Florida, Firefighters, and Pinellas School Board Member Linda Lerner.) www.smithforlargo.com

“These candidates have expressed solid support for equality”, said Stonewall Democrats of Pinellas County President Rick Boylan, “Our membership is proud to recommend each of these candidates to voters.”

The Stonewall Democrats recommendation brings a commitment from the organization to promote the candidates to the group’s membership, the LGBT community and allies. The organization will also direct efforts toward canvassing, phone banking, and assistance with fundraising for targeted candidates.

When:
Tuesday, September 20th, 2011
Time:
6:00PM-8:00PM
Where:
Queenshead Eurobar & Restaurant
Address: 2501 Central Avenue

If you are an LGBT Veteran, please contact Susan McGrath at SKMcGr1@aol.com so we can recognize you for your service to our country. Please share this email as an invitation with anyone you know!

Steve Kornell – St. Petersburg City Council District 5 Re-election Campaign www.VoteKornell.com

Charlie Gerdes – St. Petersburg City Council District 1 Campaign www.CharlieGerdes.com

Michael Smith – Largo City Commission Campaign www.SmithForLargo.com