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The February CalCoDem Meeting -

For starters, the Calhoun County Democratic Party enjoyed a great pitch-in pot-luck meal! Chair Sheila Degan Gilbert welcomed all present and introduced the individuals who qualified for positions on the Calhoun County Democratic Executive Committee; followed by the State Democratic Executive Committee candidates.

Introducing the Calhoun County Young Democrats -

Trevor Stewart, a member of the newly formed group - Calhoun County Young Democrats – spoke briefly about their first planned initiative – producing podcasts. They are asking for donations to help purchase the necessary equipment. The conference room in HQ will be modified slightly for noise abatement - Just enough to dampen the noise of the traffic outside the building. Pam Lowery is mentoring the group - offering help and advice along the way. Updates to follow 😊

Candidates for Alabama House of Representatives -

Pamela Howard is running for Alabama House of Representatives, District 40. Howard says, ‘There is much work to be done for the people of Alabama, and I am ready to represent District 40!’

Two Democratic candidates for Alabama House of Representatives are running for the position previously held by Barbara Boyd, District 32. They are – Debra Foster and David Reddick, both of whom spoke briefly about why they want to represent District 32 and highlighted issues they want to improve.

Thank you Representative Boyd for 32 years of service!

Who Is Barbara Boyd? She has lived a life of Leadership, Service, making a Lasting Impact in Alabama Politics. Ms Boyd served from 1994 until the present – 32 years. Her constituents repeatedly returned her to office, a testament to the trust she built through consistent service. Ms Boyd has served her district well, serving as Ranking Democratic Member of the House Children and Senior Advocacy Committee; Ranking Member of the House County and Municipal Government Committee, Ranking Member of the House Rules Committee; and Ranking Democratic Member of the House State Government Committee. At 89, Ms Boyd is ready to enjoy some much deserved ‘time off.’

Alabama's 3rd Congressional District - Vote for Lee McInnis

Special Guest Speaker Lee McInnis, is the Democratic candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives to represent Alabama's 3rd Congressional District in the 2026 election. He is challenging incumbent Republican Representative Mike Rogers. Many of us have seen more of Lee in the past several months – than we have Rogers in the more than 23 years he has held office. Please visit McInnis’ website at https://leemcinnis4alabama.com/ Hit the DONATE button while you're there :) It’s way past time to elect a new face with new ideas, objectivity, integrity, fairness, transparency and lastly - somebody who isn’t in ‘hiding.’

Lee wants to meet as many people as possible to share his message for the future - for our future as Alabamians. If you have a group of 10-12 people who’d like to hear his positions and ask questions – he wants to meet with you. He wants to do more than ‘sing to the choir.’

McInnis wants to hear from Independents, Republicans, Undecideds, and the Disenfranchised. If you have a group that’s interested - get in touch with him on his website. Lee won’t be working for one party or a small group of privileged people – he will be working for ALL of us. We haven't had that in over 20 years, but I think we could ALL get used to that idea.

Some photos from the meeting! First to last, left to right :)

Debra Foster; David Reddick; Pam Howard; Lee McInnis(2); guests (3); Beverly, Vice Chair Vernon Presley, LaNita; Debra and Jim; cupcakes for 'Be Pretti Good.'