THE PACE, YDA's OFFICIAL BLOG
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March 25, 2013
A message from YDA Executive Vice President Colmon Elridge: When my brother Keith came out to our family, over ten years ago this Easter Sunday, it was a defining moment in his life and for our family. We had all known he was a gay man, but in his fear of judgment, even from those [...]
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March 13, 2013
Recent cuts to higher education have proven, once again, that the Republican-led Kansas legislature and the administration of Governor Brownback do not have the best interests of young people at heart. The budget recently passed by the Kansas House includes a 4% slashing of funds to higher education in the state, and represents an attack [...]
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March 13, 2013
We are excited to announce the fourth annual Young Democrats of America High School Leadership Academy on July 7 – 10 in Washington, D.C. This unique four-day summer camp will focus on developing the next generation of Democratic Party leaders. Students will participate in leadership workshops and policy panels and will be introduced to the [...]
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February 25, 2013
Join us March 15-17 for the second annual YDA Faith and Values Leadership Summit. This year’s summit will be held at Columbia University’s Union Theological Seminary in New York City. As part of the YDA Faith and Values Initiative, the event will bring together Young Democrats from around the country as well as many of the nation’s top religious voices [...]
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February 21, 2013
Earlier today, YDA wrote a letter to the Cecil Roberts, President of the United Mine Workers of America, to stand in solidarity with the employees and retirees of Patriot Coal who could lose their long term health care benefits under pending bankruptcy proceedings. For more information, please visit http://www.fairnessatpatriot.org/. – – – – – – – [...]
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February 15, 2013
We are just one week away from the YDA 2013 Winter National Conference. Leaders from across the country will convene in Oklahoma City from Friday, February 22 through Sunday, February 24, and it’s not too late for you to make plans to join us. Click here to view an overview of the agenda. Online registration for [...]
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February 07, 2013
The Young Democrats of America is excited to announce our second annual Faith and Values Leadership Summit, which will take place at Union Theological Seminary on March 15 – 17 in New York City. The goal of the interfaith summit is to develop a group of committed young Democrats eager and ready to lead at [...]
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February 01, 2013
Statement from YDA president Rod Snyder: “The Young Democrats of America express our overwhelming gratitude for the service, leadership, and statesmanship of Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton. As she exits her role as America’s top diplomat, we applaud her impressive record of helping to restore America’s image abroad, championing women’s rights, and using our nation’s diplomatic [...]
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January 25, 2013
Statement from YDA Executive Director Emily Sussman: “Today I informed the Board of Directors of the Young Democrats of America that I’ll be stepping down as executive director effective February 1, 2013; however, I will continue to fight for issues impacting the Millennial Generation through online advocacy, media appearances and future organizing opportunities. I’m humbled [...]
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January 18, 2013
Presidential Inauguration Youth Events Guide Official Inaugural Events: What: National Day of Service Date: Saturday, January 19th Time: 10:00am, 12:30pm, and 3:00pm Location: National Mall and nationwide Tickets: Free and open to the public Website: http://2013pic.org/service/serve What: Kid’s Inaugural Concert Date: Saturday, January 19th Time: 6:00pm Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center Tickets: All tickets [...]
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