Dena Horton

Vote for Democrats – by Dena Horton, Chair of the Clark County Democratic Central Committee

Why vote for Democrats? Because there is work to be done and Republicans will not do it. Republicans believe government is too big. Their answers are always the same: just cut spending. Will they cut Social Security? Pell Grants? National Parks? Funding for enforcement of clean water standards or oversight of Wall Street? What government function will they cut and what impact will it have on you, your family, and our community? There are always ways to be more efficient and to streamline regulatory processes. But simply cutting all spending will throw the baby out with the bath water and cause harm to our most vulnerable citizens. Democrats value our seniors, veterans, students, children, workers, and all cultures that contribute to making America rich in experience and dreams.

In 2008, people had a choice to buy into negativity and fear. Instead they dared to hope and believe that our country can be strong, prosperous, responsible and honorable.

In just two years, Democrats haven’t been able to repair all the damage done by eight years under the Bush Administration and by irresponsible actions of Wall Street executives. It takes time and continued commitment to do what is right. Democrats are prepared to keep fighting for economic prosperity and job creation, promoting equality, fairness, and transparency, protecting our natural resources, keeping our promise to seniors and veterans, educating our citizens for jobs in the global economy, investing in our national infrastructure, and ensuring the American Dream is a possibility for all our citizens.

The Clark County Democratic Central Committee (CCDCC) meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Longshore (ILWU) Hall at 1205 Ingalls Street in downtown Vancouver. Please join us!